WARNING (Cont)

TM 5-2420-224-10

WARNING

Before operating front loader/backhoe in area where your visibility is reduced (next to a building, etc.),

install guard rail and warning signs to keep other personnel away from your machine. Failure to do so

could result in personal injury.

WARNING

Before operating digging implements, visually check digging site for utilities (gas lines, power lines,

water mains, etc.). Failure to do so could result in personal injury.

WARNING

Never work on front loader while boom arms are raised or while anyone is near equipment controls. To

do so could cause personal injury.

WARNING

Never mount or dismount rear of vehicle with HI/LO engine RPM switch in HI position. To do so could

cause personal injury.

WARNING

Keep clear of digging area to avoid being crushed by swinging boom. Operate backhoe from operator's

seat only. Any other method could result in severe injury to operator or bystanders.

WARNING

Do not dig around or under stabilizers. Reposition stabilizers to permit digging when necessary to

avoid undermining that could cause vehicle to fall into excavation, resulting in serious personal injury.

WARNING

Always lower front loader to ground surface when operating backhoe to increase stability. Failure to do

so could result in personal injury.

WARNING

When operating backhoe on side of hill, dump earth from excavation on highest side of excavation to

prevent vehicle from overturning. Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury.