Wacker Neuson RD 12A Operator's Manual
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3This Safety Manual covers many different types ofroller compactors … including steel wheel rollers,vibratory rollers, rubber-tired rollers, segmentedpad/sheepsfoot soil compactors and landfillcompactors.These may be either self-propelledride-on, walk-behind or towed rollers.They may beused for the compaction of asphalt, soil, landfill orother materials. Excluded from coverage arevibratory plates and hand rammers.Regardless of which machine you operate, it isYOUR responsibility to study and understand thisSafety Manual, and to see that a copy remainswith your machine.The manual begins with your“safety homework,” takes you step-by-stepthrough your working day, and ends withmaintenance operations.Manufacturers produce machines with manybuilt-in safety features. Employers provideaccident prevention programs.Yet, the ultimateresponsibility to operate and maintain yourmachine with the skill, care and knowledgeessential for safety is YOURS.Do not operate your machine until you have beentrained in the use of all operating controls andunderstand the handling characteristics of themachine.REMEMBER — SAFETY … YOURS AND THAT OFTHOSE AROUND YOU … IS UP TO YOU!WORD OF EXPLANATION4This safety manual is intended to point out some ofthe basic situations which may be encounteredduring the normal operation and maintenance ofyour machine, and to suggest possible ways ofdealing with these conditions.Additional precautions may be necessary, dependingon application, machine type, configuration andattachments used, and conditions at the work-siteor in the maintenance area.The manufacturer has nodirect control over machine application, operation,inspection, lubrication or maintenance.Therefore, itis your responsibility to use good safe practices inthese areas.The information provided in this manual supplementsthe specific information about your machine that iscontained in the manufacturer's manual(s). Otherinformation which may affect the safe operation ofyour machine may be contained on safety signs, or ininsurance requirements, employer's safety programs,safety codes, local, state/provincial and federal laws,rules and regulations.If you do not understand any of this information, orif errors or contradictions seem to exist, consult withyour supervisor before operating your machine.IMPORTANT: If you do not have themanufacturer's manual(s) for your particularmachine, get a replacement manual from youremployer, equipment dealer, or manufacturerof your machine. Keep this safety manual andthe manufacturer's manual(s) with yourmachine.Unauthorized modifications of machines createhazards. Machines should not be modified or alteredunless prior approval is obtained from the manufacturer.FOREWORDKE40246P2 6/9/05 3:16 PM Page 4 |
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