BOOM FUNCTIONS

Tigercat 845 Feller Buncher Safety

OPERATING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS continued

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.

When the engine is running, DO NOT allow anyone in areas of the machine where they may be crushed by moving components.

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. To prevent roll-over when working on slopes, travel straight up or down the slope, do not swing a felling head full of trees over the down hill side of the machine. Before leaving operator's cab, 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. Regularly inform other crew members of your intentions, location and length of time to perform duties. • Turn the master disconnect switch off if the vehicle is to be parked for an extended period of time (Example - overnight). 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 with all operating safety precautions specified by felling head manufacturer.

Tigercat 845 Feller Buncher Safety

SERVICING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNING

Diesel fuel or hydraulic fluid under pressure can penetrate the skin and cause serious personal injury, blindness, or death. If any fluid is injected into the skin, it must be surgically removed within a few hours by a doctor familiar with treating this type of injury.

Conduct maintenance inspections at least as frequently as recommended in section 3 of the operator's manual. When servicing or repairing equipment, shut the engine down. Turn Master Disconnect switch OFF. Install a “DO NOT START ENGINE” sign on the operator’s cab door and in the engine compartment when making repairs to the machine. Never use your bare hand to check for fluid leaks. Fluid leaks under pressure may not be visible. When searching for leaks, wear work gloves and use a wrench or piece of wood to move hydraulic hoses. Do not grab hold of hydraulic hoses. Wear safety goggles for eye protection.

Before performing maintenance or repair work on any equipment, consult the manufacturer’s instruction manual and follow recommended procedures. The radiator and the engine cooling system should be cleaned and serviced daily to maintain moderate engine temperatures. Prior to welding on any part of the machine, it should be cleaned and a fire extinguisher should be made available at the welding location. Care must be taken in attaching the welding machine grounding clamp so current does not pass through bearings, especially the swing bearing. Also, disconnect the negative (-) battery cable from both batteries. This machine is equipped with an electronic horsepower limiting control. Prior to welding, the 25 pin connector should be disconnected from the black box located on the rear inside wall of the cab . Pressure can be maintained in a hydraulic system long after the power source and pump have been shut down. Lower the felling head to the ground, stop engine and relieve trapped pressure (from the accumulator on later machines) by operating the joystick several times before performing work on components, or disconnecting any hoses. Also relieve pressure in the hydraulic reservoir by loosening the breather cap and waiting until the sound of escaping air stops.

Tigercat 845 Feller Buncher Safety

SERVICING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS continued

Shut off engine. Only remove engine radiator filler cap when cool enough to touch with bare hands. Slowly loosen cap to first stop to relieve pressure before removing completely. Do not change any pressure or relief setting unless authorized instruction has been obtained. Use the proper tool for the job. Repair or replace worn or damaged tools including lifting equipment immediately. Work in a ventilated area. If it is necessary to run an engine in an enclosed area, use an exhaust pipe extension to remove toxic exhaust fumes. If you don't have an exhaust pipe extension, either work outside, or open the shop doors. Dispose of fluids properly.

Keep your hands, feet, head, and loose clothing away from power driven parts. Tie long hair behind your head. Remove rings and other jewelry to prevent electrical shorts and entanglement in moving parts. Always be aware of machine pinch points that could cause injury. Never place body parts within the range of motion of the working parts of the machine. Never stand under an object supported with hydraulics. Always use safety stands or a locking device. Before performing work under the felling head or boom, ensure they are firmly supported. Do not pour fluids into the ground, stream, pond or lake. Before draining any fluids, know the proper way to dispose of them. Read, understand and follow with all operating safety precautions specified by felling head manufacturer.

If the engine is running inside a building, ensure that sufficient ventilation is available to prevent a build-up of toxic exhaust fumes. Run the engine only when it is necessary for testing or adjustments.