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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Operation
Fire extinguisher
The excavator driver and the maintenance personnel must inform themselves about how to handle the fire-extinguisher in order to be able to act fast and efficiently in case of beginning fires. Such instruction should be given by a qualified instructor.
Inspection
Have the fire extinguisher inspected regularly by an expert. This is required by authorities and insurance companies and is in the interest of your own safety.
Automatic fire-extinguishing system
The automatic fire-extinguishing system prevents fire from spreading.
It is, however, assumed that the machine is thoroughly cleaned of combustible and easily flammable substances.
The excavator operator and the maintenance personnel must familiarize themselves with the automatic fire-extinguishing system.
Such instruction should be given by a qualified instructor.
The fire-extinguishing system is activated automatically in an emergency.
Individual extinguishing circuits, e.g. for engine 1 or 2 (left or right) can be activated manually.
Inspection
Have the extinguishing system inspected regularly by an expert. This is required by authorities and insurance companies and is in the interest of your own safety.
