Precautions For Operation; Precautions For Lightning; Object Handling - Hitachi ZW 100-G Workshop Manual

AVOID POWER LINES
Serious injury or death can result from contact with
electric lines.
Never move any part of the machine or load closer to
any electric line than 3 m (10 ft) plus twice the line
insulator length.

PRECAUTIONS FOR OPERATION

•
If the front attachment or any part of the machine
comes in contact with an overhead obstacle, both
the machine and the overhead obstacle may be-
come damaged, and personal injury may result.
•
Take care to avoid coming in contact with over-
head obstacles with the bucket or arm during op-
eration.
PRECAUTIONS FOR LIGHTENING
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The machine is vulnerable to lighting strikes.
•
In the event of an electrical storm, immediately
stop operation, and lower the bucket to the
ground. Evacuate to a safe place far away from
the machine.
•
After the electrical storm has passed, check all of
the machine safety devices for any failure. If any
failed safety devices are found, operate the ma-
chine only after repairing them.

OBJECT HANDLING

•
If a lifted load should fall, any person nearby may be
struck by the falling load or may be crushed under-
neath it, resulting in serious injury or death.
•
When using the machine for craning operations,
be sure to comply with all local regulations.
•
Do not use damaged chains or frayed cables,
sables, slings, or ropes.
•
Before craning, position the upperstructure with
the position of the bucket support located on the
chassis at the front.
•
Move the load slowly and carefully. Never move it
suddenly.
•
Keep all persons well away from the load.
•
Never move a load over a person's head.
•
Do not allow anyone to approach the load until it
is safely and securely situated on supporting
blocks or on the ground.
•
Never attach a sling or chain to the bucket teeth.
They may come off, causing the load to fall.
SAFETY
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032-E01A-0132
SA-16
SA-455
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