AGCO 1- 7
MF 2600 H SERIES WORKSHOP SERVICE MANUAL
INTRODUCTION AND SAFETY
Lifting Appliances
Always ensure that lifting equipment, such as
chains, slings, lifting brackets, hooks and eyes are
thoroughly checked before use. If in doubt, select
stronger equipment than is necessary.
Never stand under a suspended load or raised
implement.
Avoid injury through incorrect handling of
components. Make sure you are capable of lifting
the object. If in doubt get help.
Jacking
Select a jack strong enough to carry the load.
Stabilize the tractor and chock the wheels.
Put support stands under the tractor. Lower the
jack and let the tractor rest on the stands.
DO NOT go under a tractor supported by a chain
hoist or jack.
Compressed Air
The pressure
f
rom a compressed air line is often as
high as 7 bar (100 psi). Any misuse may cause injury.
Never use compressed air to blow dust, filings, dirt
etc., away from your work area unless the correct
type of nozzle is fitted and eye protection is used.
Compressed air is not a cleaning agent, it will only
move dust, etc., from one place to another. Look
around before using an air hose as bystanders may
get grit into their eyes, ears or skin.
Used approved air guns, wear safety goggles, and
use proper shielding to protect yourself and others in
the work area.
Never point an air nozzle at a persons body.
Hand Tools
Many cuts, abrasions and injuries are caused by
defective tools. Never use the wrong tool for the job,
as this generally leads either to some injury, or to a
poorly done job.
Never use
–
A hammer with a loose head or split handle.
–
Spanners or wrenches with splayed or
worn jaws.
–
Spanners or files as hammers; or drills,
clevis pins or bolts as punches.
Grind off mushroom heads from chisels. The
sharp edges can tear your skin if the tool slips.
And, when the tool is struck, chips could break
off and fly into your eyes.
Keep a handle on every file to prevent the tang
from piercing your palm or wrist if the file should
slip or catch.
For removing or replacing hardened pins use a
copper or brass drift rather than a hammer.
For dismantling, overhauling and assembly of
major components, always use Special Service
Tools recommended.
These will reduce the work effort, labour time
and repair cost.
Always keep tools clean and in good working
order.
Electricity
Electricity has become so familiar in day to
day usage, that its potentially dangerous
properties are often overlooked. Misuse of
electrical equipment can endanger life.
Before using any electrical equipment
particularly portable appliances – make a visual
check to make sure that the cable is not worn
or frayed and that the plugs, sockets, etc., are
intact. Make sure your know where the nearest
isolating switch is located. Always use an
earthed (grounded) 3 pin electrical cord.
GENERAL CONSIDERATION
Solvents
Use only cleaning fluids and solvents that are
known to be safe. Certain type of fluid can cause
damage to components such as seals, etc.,
and cause skin irritation. Solvent label is to be
checked whether chemical contained in it is
harmful to the individual who uses it.
