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Tigercat 720 Feller Buncher Safety

OPERATING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS continued

Maintain a safe operating distance between the machine and other personnel. Never operate the boom or attachment over the heads of bystanders. Use only prearranged and approved signalling practices. Operate the machine only from a seated position in the operator’s seat. Do not carry passengers either in the cab or anywhere else on the machine. When working on slopes, travel straight up or down the slope to prevent roll-over. Before leaving operator's cab, apply the parking brake and lower the felling attachment onto the ground. If out of the operator's cab for an extended period shut the machine off. Never work alone. Regulary inform other crew members of your intentions, location and length of time to perform duties. When parking the machine; •Park on level ground only and engage the swing brake.

•Do not park on a hillside or incline.

•Lower felling attachment onto level ground. •Stop the engine and relieve any hydraulic pressure trapped in the system. •Turn the master disconnect switch off if the vehicle is to be parked for an extended period of time (Example - overnight). When travelling on public roads, use accessory lights (when installed) and other cautionary devices to provide operators of other vehicles warning of your approach. Ensure your machine meets all regulatory requirements. When transporting the machine watch that enough clearance is available on both sides and above the machine or any of its attachments to avoid contact with power or telephone lines, bridge structures, etc. Before transporting the machine check to ensure that all doors, panels and access covers are installed properly and secured. Read, understand and follow all operating safety precautions specified by felling head manufacturer.