Operation and maintenance manual

Safety
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DX140R/DX140LCR
SUMMARY OF SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS FOR LIFTING IN
DIGGING MODE
To lift safely while in Digging Mode, the following items must be
evaluated by the operator and the work site crew.
• Condition of ground support.
• Excavator configuration and attachments.
• Weight, lifting height and lifting radius.
• Safe rigging of the load.
• Proper handling of the suspended load.
Tag lines on opposite sides of the load can
be very helpful in
keeping a suspended load secure, if they are anchored safely to
control points on the ground.
Always engage the "Digging Mode" control on the Instrument
Pane
l b
efore using the excavator for lifting work.
DANGER
AVOID DEATH
Unsafe use of the excavator while making rated lifts could
cause s
erious, potentially fatal injuries or extensive
damage to the machine or nearby property. Do not let
anyone operate the machine unless they've been properly
trained and understand the information in the Operation
and Maintenance Manual.
WARNING
AVOID DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY
NEVER wrap a tag line around your hands or body.
NEVER rely on tag lines or make rated lifts when wind gusts
are
more than 48.3 km/h (30 MPH). Be prepared for any wind
gust when working with loads that have a large surface
area.