KOVACO Elise900 Skid Steer Loader User Manual
- June 9, 2024
- KOVACO
Table of Contents
Operation manual
INTRODUCTION TO SAFETY MATERIALS
Machine driver is responsible for a safe operation of the machine during its
use. Elise900 is a high-performance loader suitable to a variety of terrain
conditions so it is necessary to abide all safety rules to prevent the
possibility of injury or death. Machine provider is responsible for a proper
training of all drivers. A duty of the provider is to explain all risks
connected to machine use and to ensure a proper use. The provider is
responsible for demonstration of proper machine control with regard to the
training materials (Manual for Machine Maintenance and Operation, Manual for
Machine Operation), providing these to all drivers for study:
Manual for Machine Maintenance and Operation includes all operating
information and common maintenance and service procedures.
Manual for Machine Operation includes all safety rules and elements necessary
to be known and observed to avoid injury or death.
The driver is obliged to familiarize themselves with these documents before
using the machine and have them available at any time.
The warnings in the Manuals, on the machine or inside the machine (safety
labels) are necessary to maintain the safety of the driver. Failure to observe
or familiarize with these warnings can lead to injury or death.
The driver is obliged to familiarize themselves with safe loader operation.
The driver must always wear a protective equipment (protective clothes,
protective shoes, protective helmet, protective glasses and protective gloves)
according to the conditions, surrounding and load.
The driver must be physically and mentally fit to drive the loader safely.
OVERVIEW OF SAFETY LABELS
In case the safety labels are damaged, contact the manufacturer immediately with a request to supply new labels and then replace the labels immediately.
WARNING: SECURING ADDITIONAL DEVICE PLACEMENT: HYDRAULIC ARMS| Ensure the
proper connection of additional device.
Improper connection can lead to injury or death.|
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WARNING: MOVEMENT
NEAR THE LIFTER PLACEMENT: LOWER PART OF HYDRAULIC ARM| The movement near the
turned on lifter can lead to injury or death. Do not move near the turnedon
machine. Do not stand under the lifted arms, nor on the lifted equipment.|
WARNING: OF UPSETTING,
OVERTURNING OR LOSS
OF VIEW PLACEMENT: BACK SIDE OF HYDRAULIC ARMS
TOWARDS THE DRIVER| Upsetting, overturning or loss of view from the machine
can lead to injury or death. At first always familiarize yourself with the
environment in which you will work.| 
WARNING: PROPER LEAVING
THE MACHINE CAB
PLACEMENT: IN THE CAB| Before you leave the machine it is necessary to:
- Lower the lift arms and place the device on the ground.
- Turn of the motor.
- Lift up the safety frame.
- Unfasten the safety belt.|
WARNING: FASTEN THE SAFETY SEATBELT PLACEMENT: IN THE CAB| Failure to fasten the seatbelt can lead to injury or death.
Always ensure the seatbelt is fasten before you start operating the machine.|
WARNING: ACCIDENTAL
LOADER MOVEMENT
PLACEMENT: IN THE CAB| Accidental machine movement can lead to death.
Familiarize yourself with loader control – travel and hydraulics before you start working.|
WARNING: RISK OF PRESS PLACEMENT: ON LIFTING ARMS| Do not get close to a loader while in operation.
Movement near the started loader can lead to injury or death.|
WARNING: DANGER OF FALLING PLACEMENT: IN FRONT SIDE OF THE LOADER| Do not transport other persons. Do not use the loader for lifting persons or as a work platform.|
WARNING: FLUID UNDER
HIGH PRESSURE PLACEMENT: IN THE CAB| Read the User Manual for Operation and Maintenance to
prevent fluid leakage from the machine. Leaking fluid that is under high can cause injury or death.|
WARNING: POSSIBLE BATTERY EXPLOSION PLACEMENT: ON THE BATTERY COVER| When the battery is being charged, it may explode. Read the User Manual for Operation and Maintenance before handling the battery. An explosion of the battery can
cause injury or death.|
WARNING: READ ALL
THE SUPPLIED MANUALS FOR
THE MACHINE OPERATION
PLACEMENT: IN THE CAB| Do not use the loader without reading Manual for Maintenance and Operation and Manual for Operation.
Ignorance of maintenance procedures and work with the
loader can result in injury or death.|
WARNING: GETTING TRAPPED IN PARTS OF THE LOADER PLACEMENT: IN FRONT SIDE OF THE LOADER| Do not touch the places where any part of the loader is moving. When the loader is moving the limbs may get trapped in the loader which can lead to injury or death.|
WARNING: FALL IN A SLOPE PLACEMENT: IN FRONT SIDE OF THE LOADER| Do not stand under the loader scoop or arm.
The moving loader can cause a fall or possibility of getting stuck under the lifting equipment of the loader which can result in serious injury or death.|
WARNING: OVERTURNING
THE MACHINE IN THE SLOPE
PLACEMENT: IN THE CAB| In the slopes, drive the heavy side of the loader towards the hill. Driving with the arms lifted can cause the loss of stability and overturning of the loader resulting in injury or death.|
WARNING: OVERTURNING THE MACHINE AS A RESULT OF IMPROPER OPERATION PLACEMENT: IN THE CAB| Do not drive nor turn with the arms lifted.
Load, unload and turn the machine on the straight surface.
Do not exceed the permitted operating capacity.|
WARNING: DANGER OF CRUSHING A BODY PART PLACEMENT: IN THE CAB| When working on an unstable surface or in a hazardous
environment, use the stand to secure the machine.
An unsecured machine can cause injury or death.|
WARNING: DANGER OF PARTS EJECTED INTO THE FACE
PLACEMENT: IN THE CAB| When working with the machine, the object may be thrown into the face of the machine operator. Always check the work environment and wear protective clothing (protective shield). Not using protective equipment can result in injury or death.|
SUMMARY SAFETY RULES
Before the start of operation the operator must have all the necessary instructions for the machine operation. The untrained operators can cause injury or death.
| Do not use the loader without completed training.
Read the labels (stickers) on the machine, Manual for Maintenance and
Operation and Manual for Operation.
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| Always use the safety frame and keep the safety seatbelt tighten.
Keep your feet always on the footrests whileoperating the machine.
| Do not use the loader without the cab with the homologation ROPS and FOPS.
| Do not use the loader as a platform for lifting the person.
| Do not use the loader in the environment with air containing explosive dust
or explosive gases or where the loader may come into contact with flammable
material.
| Never transport other persons. Make sure no authorized persons are in the
work area.
| Keep the scoop and other devices as low as possible. Do not drive nor turn
the machine with the arms lifted. Load, unload and turn the machine on the
straight
surface.
| Do not exceed the rated operating capacity of the loader and individual
additional devices.
| Do not operate the loader while or after ingestion of drugs, alcohol or
medication affecting the reactions of a person.
| Do not leave the motor turned on and arms lifted without any supervision.
While parking lower the devices straight to the ground.
| Do not adjust the work equipment. Use only the equipment approved by the
company Kovaco Electric for the given loader model.
| The braking distance is extended during the travel of loaded loader.
Therefore, take extra care while working on a sloping, muddy, icy or uneven
surfaces.
| Before the use, check the technical condition of the loader.
Damaged components need to be replaced immediately. Check the tire pressure
regularly.
| For loading the material and travel with the material do not exceed the
speed of 6 hm/h. Keep the operated device in the lowest possible position
while driving.
| Do not lift the load to extreme heights during the travel in the slope. Pay
attention to the condition of the terrain (evenness, strength).
| Avoid rapid brakes or rapid turns while driving with a load.
| Keep a safe distance from power lines while working near them.
| Do not stick the limbs or any objects out of the side grilles and boarding
opening of the loader.
MANDATORY ACTIONS BEFORE LAUNCHING THE LOADER
- Tighten carefully the safety seatbelt.
- The safety frame must be lowered and clicked shut (closed).
- Keep your feet on the footrests and hands on operating levers.
- Make sure there is no other person or living creature in the driving area.
- Make sure the windows are clean and you have a good view.
- Set your rear-view mirrors properly for a good view.
SAFETY EQUIPMENT
The loader Elise900 must be always equipped with safety components during
every use. Information about the safe use of equipment and devices will be
provided by your dealer.
SAFETY EQUIPMENT:
- SAFETY SEATBELT: Always check out the fastening components and make sure neither the belt nor clip are not damaged.
- SAFETY FRAME: If it is lifted, operating components of the loader must be blocked.
- CAB (ROPS and FOPS construction): Must be assembled to the loader and all connecting components must be tightened.
- MANUAL FOR OPERATION: Must be placed in the cab.
- SAFETY LABELS (STICKERS): Replace them in case of damage.
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