ANCHOR AS 7V9499 - Caterpillar

Machine Operating Temperature Range
The machine must function satisfactorily in the anticipated ambient temperature limits that are encountered during operation. The machine configuration is intended for use within an ambient temperature range of −15 °C (5 °F) to 45 °C (113 °F).Limiting Conditions and Criteria
Limiting conditions are immediate issues with this machine that must be addressed prior to continuing operation.The Safety Section of the Operation and Maintenance Manual describes limiting condition criteria for replacing items such as safety messages, seat belt and mounting hardware, lines, tubes, hoses, battery cables and related parts, electrical wires, and repairing any fluid leak.The Maintenance Interval Schedule in the Operation and Maintenance Manual describes limiting condition criteria that require repair or replacement for items (if equipped) such as alarms, horns, braking system, steering system, and rollover protective structures.The Monitoring System (if equipped) described in the Operation Section of the Operation and Maintenance Manual provides information on limiting condition criteria, including a warning level that requires immediate shutdown of the machine.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.Check for proper operation of all controls and of all protective devices while you operate the machine slowly in an open area.When the machine is moving watch the clearance of the boom. Uneven ground can cause the boom to move in all directions.Make sure that no personnel will be endangered before you move the machine. Do not allow riders on the machine.Never use the work tool for a work platform.Report any machine damage that was noted during machine operation. Make any necessary repairs.Hold attachments approximately 40 cm (15 inches) above ground level while you drive the machine. Do not drive the machine close to an overhang, to the edge of a cliff, or to the edge of an excavation.If the machine begins to sideslip on a grade, immediately dump the load and turn the machine downhill.Be careful to avoid any ground condition which could cause the machine to tip. Tipping can occur when you work on hills, on banks, or on slopes. Tipping can also occur when you cross ditches, ridges, or other unexpected obstructions.When possible, operate the machine up slopes and down slopes. Avoid operating the machine across the slope.Keep the machine under control. Do not overload the machine beyond capacity.Avoid changing the direction of travel on a slope. This could result in tipping or side slipping of the machine.Bring the load close to the machine before Traveling any distances.Bring the load close to the machine before swinging the load.Lifting capacity decreases as the load is moved further from the machine.Make sure that the towing eyes and the towing devices are adequate for your needs.Never connect trailing equipment to the machine.Never straddle a wire cable. Never allow other personnel to straddle a wire cable.Check the local regulations, state codes, and/or directives of the job site for a specific minimum distance from obstacles.Before you