Avoid Tipping - Hitachi EH 5000AC-3 Technical Manual

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Avoid Tipping

DO NOT ATTEMPT TO JUMP CLEAR OF TIPPING MACHINE ---
SERIOUS OR FATAL CRUSHING INJURIES WILL RESULT
MACHINE WILL TIP OVER FASTER THAN YOU CAN JUMP
FREE
THEREFORE, HOLD FIRMLY ONTO THE STEERING WHEEL IF
THE MACHINE SHOULD TIP OR ROLL OVER. DO NOT JUMP.
FASTEN YOUR SEAT BELT
The cab, cab mounting structure and frame are designed
for the protection of the operator and it meets the
requirements for Roll-Over Protection Structures (ROPS)
according to the adopted standard for this machine.
IMPORTANT:
Never make any unauthorized modifications or
alterations to the Roll-Over Protective Structures
(ROPS) such as; welding on fire extinguisher
brackets, CB antenna brackets, or fire suppression
systems. Such unauthorized modifications will affect
the structural limits of the ROPS and will void the
certification and could result in loss of protection to
the operator.
Contact your authorized dealer for modification or
repair of ROPS.
Do not convert Hauler into Water Truck. (This cab has
not been certified to meet specified requirements
according to ISO 3471 Tractor.)
The Roll-Over Protective Structures (ROPS) has been certified
to meet specified requirements according to ISO 3471 Hauler.
The danger of tipping is always present when operating on
a grade, possibly resulting in serious injury or death.
To avoid tipping:
Be extra careful before operating on a grade.
Keep the machine at a safe distance from the edge of
cliffs and slide areas.
Reduce operating speeds to avoid tipping or slipping.
Avoid changing direction when driving on grades.
Use the seat belt during operation.
When operating the machine, both doors should be
closed at all times.
Be careful when working on frozen ground.
Temperature increases will cause the ground to become
soft and make ground travel unstable.
SAFETY
SA-16
SA-1584

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