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WEBM1000 Safety Section (Pipelayer Attachment Kit)
Operation
• Operator training
• Warning symbols or warning signs on machines or
on vehi
cles
• A system of communication
• Communication between workers and operators
prior to
approaching the machine
Operation
Machine Operating Temperature
Range
The standard pipelayer component configuration is
intended for use within an ambient temperature
range of -40 °C (-40 °F) to 50 °C (122 °F). Special
configurations for different ambient temperatures
may be available. Consult your dealer for additional
information. Refer to the specific tractor Operation
and Maintenance manual for standard tractor
capabilities.
Machine Operation
Only operate the machine while you are in a seat.
The seat belt must be fastened while you operate
the machine. Only operate the controls while the
engine is running.
Before you move the machine, make sure that no
one w
ill be endanger
ed.
Check for proper operation of all controls and
pro
tective devices while you operate the machine
slowly in an open area. Do not allow riders on the
machine unless the machine has the following
equipment:
• additional seat
• additional seat belt
Report any needed repairs that were noted during
o
per
ation.
Do not go close to the edge of a cliff, an excavation,
or an
overhang.
If the machine begins to sideslip, turn the machine
downhill.
Be careful to avoid any condition which could cause
t
he machin
e to tip. The machine can tip when you
work on hills, banks, and slopes. Also, the machine
can tip when you cross ditches, ridges, or other
obstacles.
Whenever possible, operate the machine up the
slo
pes and
down the slopes. Avoid operating the
machine across the slope, when possible.
Keep the machine under control. Do not overload
th
e mach
ine beyond capacity.
Be sure that the towing eyes and towing devices are
adequa
te.
Towing eyes and towing devices should only be
used to r
ecover the machine.
Connect trailing equipment to a drawbar or to a hitch
only
.
When you maneuver the machine to connect
equipmen
t, be sure that there are no personnel
between the machine and trailing equipment. Block
the hitch of the trailing equipment in order to align
the equipment with the drawbar.
Never straddle a wire cable or allow other personnel
to
stra
ddle a wire cable.
Know the maximum dimensions of your
machine.
Lifting Capacities
Maintain control of the machine. Do not overload the
machine beyond the machine capacity. Ensure that
the correct load chart is referenced. Loads must be
within the capabilities of the machine. Lifting
capacity decreases as the load is moved further
from the machine.
Use lifting slings that are approved and use lifting
s
lings that
are load tested. Also, all wire ropes or
chains must be properly maintained. The wire ropes
and chains must meet local regulations. You must
know the load carrying capacity of these devices
and you must know the correct use of these devices.
Wire rope limitations, soil co
nditio
ns, and slope of
terrain reduce actual capacity. All lifts must be made
with the load line vertical, and the boom centerline
directed toward the load.
To prevent cable from slipping off the drum, a
minim
um of
five full-wraps of cable must remain on
the winch drum at maximum working extension of
the hook or boom.
Limitations on Lifting Loads That
Exceed the Working Range
Do not load the boom beyond the maximum load
capacity. See Operation and Maintenance Manual,
“Lifting Capacities” for the load capacity of the
boom.