CHAPTER 4 CONTROLS AND SAFETY EQUIPMENT Become familiar with and know how to use all safety devices and controls on the machine before operating it. Know how to stop machine operation before starting it. This machine is designed and intended to be used only with Manitou attachments or Manitou Group-approved referral attachments or accessories. Manitou Group cannot be responsible for operator safety if the machine is used with non-approved attachments.
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Guards and Shields Whenever possible and without affecting machine operation, guards and shields are provided to protect against potentially hazardous areas. In many places, safety decals are also provided to warn of potential hazards and/or to display special operating procedures. Read and thoroughly understand all safety decals on the machine before operating it. Do not operate the machine unless all factory-installed guards and shields are properly secured in place.
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Operator Restraint Bar Lower the operator restraint bar after entering the operator’s compartment and sitting in the seat. The restraint bar is securely anchored to the ROPS/FOPS. The operator must be seated with the restraint bar in its lowered position to start or operate the machine. Refer to Safety Interlock System on page 26 for more information. The dual joystick restraint bar provides fore-aft adjustment that allows the operator to determine the most comfortable position of the restraint bar. The right and left portions of the restraint bar system can be adjusted independent of one another by pushing the lever on the lower inside of either pad. The restraint pad can then be used to adjust to the desired position. The restraint pad locks in place when it is released.
WARNING wear the seatbelt.
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Never defeat the operator restraint bar or seat switch electrically or mechanically. Always
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