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Environmental Protection
Various laws and regulations specify
specific procedures for disposing of parts
and oil. When disposing of parts or oil
yourself, you are responsible for ensuring
all actions comply with applicable laws and
regulations.
Considerations before operations
• Look around the machine and confirm the
absence of oil or water leaks.
Oil or water leaking from the machine may
cause soil contamination or water pollution if
allowed to seep into the ground or waterways.
Always collect and wipe up any waste fluids.
• Start the engine and allow the engine to warm
up. Operating the engine before it has warmed
up sufficiently will increase exhaust emissions
and may lead to engine problems.
Considerations during operations
• Do not operate at loads exceeding the rated
load. Overloading the machine may increase
exhaust emissions and cause overheating.
• Do not rev the engine or start or accelerate the
machine suddenly.
• Always shut off the engine before leaving the
machine.
Avoid unnecessary engine idling or revving.
• Be considerate towards residents in the vicinity
when operating the machine. Take special care
with noise and direction of lights at night or
early in the morning.
Considerations for inspections and
replacement
• Oil- or grease-soaked rags or other materials
used for cleaning or inspection work must be
stored in specified locations. Leaving rags or
other materials outside after use may result in
ground contamination due to rain seepage or
fire.
• Old oil, filters, and lamps must be disposed
of by a waste disposal contractor after
replacement.
• The batteries contain lead and dilute sulfuric
acid. Improper disposal will harm the
environment. Please contact AICHI or an AICHI
dealer to replace batteries.
• Burning old rubber tracks and shoe pads
produces toxic gases and will harm the
environment.
To replace the rubber tracks and shoe pads,
contact AICHI or an AICHI dealer. If you wish
to dispose of them yourself, contact a waste
disposal contractor.
Correct disposal of waste materials
• Consult with AICHI or an AICHI dealer to
dispose of the machine after a number of years
of use.
Dispose of the machine in the appropriate
manner. Improper disposal can be harmful to
the environment.
• Dispose of waste such as old rubber tracks
and shoe pads, batteries, and hydraulic
oil appropriately and in compliance with
applicable laws and regulations after
replacement.
