HYUNDAI Crawler Excavator R55-9 Service & Operating Manual

1-1 Think-safety first. In special situation, wear protective clothing including a safety helmet, safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses and ear protection as required by the job condition. Almost every accident is caused by disregarding the simple and fundamental safety hints. Be sure to understand thoroughly all about the operator's manual before operating the machine. Proper care is your responsibility. Fully understand the details and process of the construction before starting the work. If you find anything dangerous on the job, consult with the job supervisor for the preventive measures before operating the machine. Do not operate when tired, or after drinking alcoholic beverages or any type of drugs. 1. BEFORE OPERATING THE MACHINE 1. BEFORE OPERATING THE MACHINE 13031SH01 13031SH02 13031SH03 13031SH05 SAFETY HINTS SAFETY HINTS

1-2 Check daily according to the operation manual. Repair the damaged parts and tighten the loosened bolts. Check for leakage of engine oil, hydraulic oil, fuel and coolant. Keep machine clean, clean machine regularly. Do not operate the machine if it requires repairs. Operate after complete repair. Be prepared if a fire starts. Keep a fire extinguisher handy and emergency numbers for a fire department near your telephone. 13031SH05 13031SH06 13031SH07 13031SH08

1-3 UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATION UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATION Any modification made without authorization from Hyundai can create hazards. Before making a modification, consult your Hyundai distributor. Hyundai will not be responsible for any injury or damage caused by any unauthorized modification. PREPARE FOR EMERGENCY PREPARE FOR EMERGENCY Only in case of emergency, use the installed hammer for breaking the windshield of the cab, and then exit carefully. Have a fire extinguisher and first aid kit ready for emergencies such as fires or accidents. Learn how to use the fire extinguisher. Be sure you know the phone numbers of persons you should contact in case of an emergency. Hammer 5591SH02 ROTATING BEACON ROTATING BEACON When you operate a machine on a road or beside a road, a rotating beacon is required to avoid any traffic accident. Please contact your Hyundai distributor to install it. Beacon 21071SH03

1-4 PRECAUTIONS FOR ATTACHMENTS PRECAUTIONS FOR ATTACHMENTS When installing and using an optional attachment, read the instruction manual for the attachment and the information related to attachments in this manual. Do not use attachments that are not authorized by Hyundai or your Hyundai distributor. Use of unauthorized attachments could create a safety problem and adversely affect the proper operation and useful life of the machine. Any injuries, accidents, product failures resulting from the use of unauthorized attachments are not the responsibility of Hyundai. The stability of this machine is enough to be used for general work. When you operate this machine, allow for the lifting capacity tables. If you want to use other special applications (not covered in this manual), you have to attach additional counterweight or be cautious while running the machine. SAFETY RULES SAFETY RULES Only trained and authorized personnel can operate and maintain the machine. Follow all safety rules, precautions and instructions when operating or performing maintenance on the machine. When working with another operator or a person on worksite traffic duty, be sure all personnel understand all hand signals that are to be used. SAFETY FEATURES SAFETY FEATURES Be sure all guards and covers are in their proper position. Have guards and covers repaired if damaged. Use safety features such as safety lock and seat belts properly. Never remove any safety features. Always keep them in good operating condition. Improper use of safety features could result in serious bodily injury or death.

1-5 CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 Diesel engine exhaust and some of its constituents are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm. This product contains or emits chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer or birth defects or other reproductive harm. Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING ! : Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds,chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. 13031SH55 Do not load the machine with the lifting eyes on the counterweight. The wrong loading method can result in The wrong loading method can result in serious bodily injury or death. serious bodily injury or death. MACHINE CONTROL PATTERN MACHINE CONTROL PATTERN Check machine control pattern for conformance to pattern on label in cab. If not, change label to match pattern before operating machine. Failure to do so could result in injury.

HYUNDAI Crawler Excavator R55-9 Service & Operating Manual

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