Important Safety Information
The Bobcat T590 Compact Track Loader is a sophisticated piece of industrial machinery that requires proper handling to ensure operator safety. Users must have read the instructions before operating the machine to avoid accidents and injuries. The loader must always be used with the Bobcat Interlock Control System (BICS) to prevent unauthorized use and to maintain safety standards. The manual includes a warning not to use the loader without understanding the instructions, as untrained operators could cause harm.
Correct Usage Guidelines
Operators should always use the seat bar, fasten the seat belt, and ensure that their feet remain on the foot pedals or footrests during operation. It’s strictly forbidden to use the loader as a man lift or elevating device for personnel. The bucket or attachments must be carried as low as possible, and the loader should not be operated with raised lift arms except in suitably safe and level conditions. Additionally, operators should never modify the equipment and should only use Bobcat-approved attachments for this model.
Operators Must Not:
- Operate the loader in environments with explosive dust, gas, or near flammable materials.
- Carry riders or allow bystanders within the work area.
- Leave the loader with the engine running or lift arms up.
- Exceed the Rated Operating Capacity.
Safety Equipment Requirements
The manual states that the proper safety equipment must always be in place, tailored to the job’s requirements. The necessary safety items include:
- A seat belt that is regularly checked for proper fastening and damage.
- A seat bar that securely locks the loader controls.
- An operator cab with all fasteners tight.
- The Operator’s Handbook must be in the cab at all times.
- Safety signs or decals, which should be replaced if they are damaged.
- Maintenance of safety treads, grab handles, and the lift arm support device, all of which should be replaced if damaged.
- A functional parking brake.
The presence and proper functioning of the Bobcat Interlock Control System (BICS) is also paramount to safety and must be maintained.
Manual:
Download: Bobcat T590 Compact Track Loader Operation & Maintenance Manual
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