IMER Carry 107 E Plus, Gas Mini Concrete Buggies w/Tipping Bucket 5221110001 11hp Honda GX Engine

Safety Information

IMER Carry 107 E Plus, Gas w/Tipping Bucket 5221110001

SAFETY INFORMATION

This manual is a practical safe guide to the safe operation and control of the machine.
Before operating the machine, read the manual in full. This is the best way to avoid accidents.
Incorrect operation, control or servicing of the machine may cause injury or death.

Precautions are highlighted in the manual and on the machine itself with the symbol
and classified with
the words DANGER - WARNING - CAUTION, depending on the degree of hazard.
The classification is as follows:

A dangerous situation which may cause injury or death.

A potentially dangerous situation which may cause injury or death.

A potentially dangerous situation which may cause light or moderate injury. May also be used to indicate the potential for damage to the machine or its parts.
We have made every effort to reduce the risks associated with correct use of the machine and, nonetheless, we cannot be held responsible for predicting every kind of danger in all unintended operating conditions.
We have taken every effort to prevent accidents during he machine’s operation, however we are not liable for all hazards in all working conditions.
The owner or operator must ALWAYS take care during work and have read and understood this manual sufficiently to have the basic knowledge required to operate the machine correctly.


WARNING

• BEFORE OPERATING, INSPECTING OR SERVICING THE MACHINE, READ THIS MANUAL AND MAKE SURE YOU HAVE UNDERSTOOD ITS CONTENTS.

• INCORRECT OPERATION OR SERVICING MAY CAUSE ACCIDENTS, INJURY OR DEATH.

• KEEP THIS MANUAL AT HAND FOR REFERENCE AT ALL TIMES.

• IF LOST OR DAMAGED, ASK YOUR RESELLER FOR ANOTHER COPY.

• CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT IS COVERED BY A VARIETY OF FEDERAL, NATIONAL AND LOCAL
LEGISLATION. SINCE THIS LEGISLATION IS CONTINUALLY CHANGING AND DIFFERS FROM COUNTRY TO COUNTRY, WE CANNOT INCLUDE IT IN THIS MANUAL. THE OWNER OR OPERATOR ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR INFORMING THEMSELVES IN THIS REGARD.

• THE MACHINE’S COMPONENTS AND SPECIFICATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.

• MAKE SURE THAT THE SUPPLIED OPERATING MANUAL CORRESPONDS TO THE FEATURES OF THE
MACHINE, IN CASE OF DOUBT CONTACT KATO IMER ASSISTANCE SERVICE.

• KATO IMER RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE THE FEATURES OF THE MACHINE AND/OR THE
CONTENTS OF THIS MANUAL, WITHOUT BEING REQUIRED TO UPDATE THE PREVIOUS MACHINE AND/OR Manuals

1 SAFETY MEASURES

1.1 GENERAL

WARNING
BEFORE USING THE MACHINE MOVE AWAY EVERYONE NEARBY

1. MAKE SURE YOU HAVE READ AND UNDERSTOOD THE INSTRUCTIONS AND
WARNINGS
This manual, the nameplates and labels on the machine provide the information required for correct and safe operation of the machine. The user is responsible for reading and understanding the said information; failure to do so may lead to serious injury. Do not leave anything you have failed to understand to chance. Your reseller will provide any additional information you may require. If you lose or damage the manual, nameplates or labels, your reseller will replace them.

2. CHECK THE MINIDUMPER
Before starting work, check the mini dumper and make sure there are no persons or obstacles in your work area. Before starting, carefully check the machine for signs of wear and defects.

3. HEALTH

Take special care of your mental and physical health and note that the operator of a complicated machine should be PHYSICALLY FIT. NEVER operate the machine under the influence of alcohol, medicines or drugs of any kind.

4. SNUG FITTING WORK CLOTHES
Your work clothing must be snug, without lose sleeves, rings or other jewelry, as they may become trapped in moving parts. Always wear the necessary clothes and accessories, including: helmet, safety gloves, visible clothing, safety boots and ear defenders.

5. BEFORE STARTING THE MACHINE
Since all equipment is hydraulically operated, it is EXTREMELY IMPORTANT that the hydraulic fluid be at temperature BEFORE you start working. while the fluid is heating up, the operator should check the machine’s operation and whether it needs servicing. Remember; the basic principle of hydraulics is flow of
hydraulic fluid. If you hear a loud noise, this means that the pump is insufficiently lubricated due to cavitation, often caused by the use of too heavy or dense oil. NEVER OPERATE THE MACHINE in such conditions; it can seriously damage the pump.

6. MOVING PARTS
DO NOT approach moving parts. Do not hold anything close to moving parts. This may cause serious accidents.

7. TAKE CARE IN THE VICINITY OF THE MACHINE’S HOT PARTS
Keep the engine away from buildings and other equipment during operation. Keep flammable materials away and not place anything on the engine while it is running.
DO NOT touch the engine or exhaust when the machine is running or before it has had time to cool down.
These parts are very hot and cause serious burns.

8. GETTING ON AND OFF THE MACHINE
When getting on and off the machine, ALWAYS grip the handles.
NEVER grip the control levers when getting on or off the machine.
NEVER get on or off the machine while it is in motion.
Never attempt to get onto the machine with your hands full.

9. MAINTAIN GOOD VENTILATION
Do not use the machine for indoor works. Take all precautions to vent exhaust gas externally before starting the engine if working in a hole in the ground, tunnel or trench. In such a place, the air trends to stagnate.
Breathing exhaust gas is very dangerous. Note that exhaust gases are fatally poisonous.

10. LIGHTING
The machine is designed to work in building jobsites and it does not have own lighting. It must be used in enough illuminated places

1.2 USE OF THE MACHINE

1. EXECUTE EACH MANOEUVRE, WITH RESPECT OF SAFETY
Execute all maneuvers carefully. Operating brusquely the machine this can cause damages and reduce consistently efficiency. Take care of regulations that warrant safety on job site. Leave after a sufficient safety distance between machine and obstacle. Leading the machine on foot raise the platform assuring the hook.

2. DO NOT OVERLOAD
Never overload any cylinder enough to trigger the opening of the safety valve. This would cause an excessive rise in the oil temperature, lowering the useful life of the hydraulic components.

3. SECURE FOOTING FOR SAFE OPERATION
Check that the machine footing is level and firm to avoid skidding or overturning if you need to use the machine on the shoulder of a road or a slope.

4. MACHINE OPERATING LIMITS
The machine should be operated on a flat surface, but if you are moving material on sloping ground, be sure that the tracks are positioned in the direction of the slope and not crossways. If you need to work on soft, rough or unlevelled ground, take care to avoid overturning.

5. TIPPING
Be careful, during the reversal of accessory the center of gravity of the machine can moves, so the operation must be done on a stable and not yielding surface.

1.3 DRIVING SAFETY

1. WORKING MANEUVERS
In normal conditions (not emergency) ALWAYS steer as slowly as possible. Steering jerkily or while stationary reduces the service life of the machine and its tracks. Steer slowly so as not to overload the drive wheels, especially on uneven or sloping ground.

2. MOVING THE MACHINE IN SPECIAL CONDITIONS
If the ground is very uneven or rocky, drive the machine very slowly. NEVER CAUSE IMPACTS on the machine or its tracks.

3. TAKE CARE WHEN DRIVING ON SLOPES
When operating the machine on sloping ground, drive uphill in reverse, and operate the machine from the ground. Even slight roughness can cause the machine to bump around or tip over DRIVE IN REVERSE, THE OPERATOR MUST BE UPHILL OF THE LOAD AT ALL TIMES.
CAUTION
MAX. CLIMBABLE GRADIENT 20° - 36%

CAUTION
MAX. CLIMBABLE GRADIENT WITH MAXIMUM LOAD 11° - 20%

NEVER STEER on sloping or unstable ground; the machine may tip over.

NEVER DRIVE ACROSS A SLOPE. When working on sloping ground, always drive uphill or downhill. Take great care on icy ground as the machine may skid.

1.4 LOADING AND TRANSPORT

1. PRECAUTIONS WHEN LOADING/UNLOADING THE MINIDUMPER
ALWAYS load and unload the dumper on flat ground.
ALWAYS use sufficiently thick, wide and long ramps.
Remove any ice, snow or friable material form the ramps and truck bed before loading the machine.
NEVER steer on ramps.

2. TRANSPORT
Secure the machine to the truck with steel ropes and other locking equipment.

1.5 PARKING

WARNING

IF PARKED ON SLOPING GROUND OR WHEN THE MACHINE IS OUT OF SERVICE, ALWAYS ENGAGE THE PARKING BRAKE.
IF THE MACHINE IS TO BE PARKED FOR A LONG TIME ON VERY SLOPING GROUND, CHOCK THE WHEELS WITH ADDITIONAL CHOCKS.

1. PARKING ON EMBANKMENTS AND SLOPES
NEVER LEAVE THE MACHINE PARKED on or near to an embankment, or on the edge of a dig or quarry.
They may collapse under its weight. Move the machine away form such danger areas if it is to remain inactive for any time. If possible, park it on flat ground.

2. PARKING ON THE ROAD
If the machine must be parked on the road, warn other road users of its presence with barriers, flags, illuminated notices and signs.

3. LEAVING THE MACHINE UNSUPERVISED
Before leaving the machine unsupervised, ALWAYS switch off the engine. Make sure its chocks are placed and the parking brake engaged.

1.6 SERVICE

1. ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
Maintenance may be risky if not done with appropriate caution. Maintenance staff must be aware of the risks and implement suitable safety procedures. Before servicing or repairing the machine, always refer to the instruction manual. Before ANY service work, stop the engine and engage the parking brake to prevent unexpected movements which may cause injury, raise the accessory and fit its safety lock.
NEVER ALLOW ANYONE to work on the undercarriage with the accessory raised if it
is not securely locked.
During maintenance operations, mark the control levers with labels. These labels can only be removed by aware personnel able to ensure that safety rules are fully observed.

2. CLEANING THE MACHINE
Keep the machine clean. Remove al dirt and grease, and check the machine’s equipment. Never leave flammable materials in the machine’s work area.

3. ADJUSTING THE HYDRAULIC PRESSURE
The hydraulic pressure must be measured and adjusted by qualified staff using suitable equipment.
If such staff is not available, contact your reseller.

4. FIRE AND EXPLOSION
Always keep petrol, lubricants and coolants as far away as possible form sources of heat and ignition. Many liquids are extremely flammable. Dry immediately eventual overflows.
NEVER FILL THE FUEL TANK or lubricate the machine with the engine running.
NEVER SMOKE while filling the fuel tank or in the vicinity of flammable materials.

5. HYDRAULIC PLANT SERVICE
Before disconnecting a hydraulic line, make sure that:
- the engine is off;
- the bucket, if present, is resting on the ground;
- the accessory is raised with its safety lock engaged;
- all pressurized air has been discharged from the hydraulic reservoir (open the filler cap);
- the control levers have been moved back and forth several times to lower the pressure in the cylinders.
Before starting the engine once more, make sure all fittings are fully tightened down and all lines and unions are in good condition.
If you are struck by hydraulic fluid under pressure, you may have serious reactions if not given immediate medical treatment.

1.7 SAFETY LABELS AND SIGNS

The machine bears a variety of safety signs and labels.
This section indicates where they are located and the respective hazards.
Make sure that all safety labels are legible. Clean and replace damaged and illegible signs.
Clean the labels with a rag, water and soap. Do not use solvents or petrol to do so.
If the label is attached to a part which must be replaced, take care to fit the new part with a new label.