Allied AutoLube II, Technical Manual

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SECTION 3.0
GENERAL CONSTRUCTION SAFETY
Always follow procedures that promote
s a f e c o n d i t i o n s f o r w o r k e r s a n d
bystanders. This includes, but is not lim-
ited to: locating existing underground util-
ity services, establishing pedestrian
barriers and wearing personal protective
equipment.
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CAUTION
Read and follow all equipment and
machinery instructions.
Comply with all federal and local regula-
tions regarding construction practices and
public safety. Identification of and compli-
ance to governing regulations are the re-
sponsibility of the owner and operator.
In the United States, comply with the rec-
ommendations of the Occupational Safety
and Health Administration standards of
the U.S. Department of Labor. For OSHA
construction guidelines contact your local
federal government office or write:
U.S. Government Printing Office
Superintendent of Documents
P.O. Box 371954
Pittsburgh, Pa. 15250
Ask for Construction Industry OSHA
Standards Stock #869-034-00107-6.
3.1 OPERATOR SAFETY
RECOMMENDATIONS
·
Do not run any hydraulic lines through
the operator’s cab; they may leak or even
burst, injuring the operator.
·
Relieve hydraulic oil pressure before dis-
connecting or removing existing lines on
the carrier.
·
Collect any oil which spills out and dis-
pose of it properly.
When welding as needed to mount the
Autolube II, the following instructions
must be observed:
·
Disconnect all battery cables from the
carrier battery.
·
Protect all hydraulic hoses in the imme-
diate vicinity of the point being welded to
prevent danger of fire or damage to hoses
from heat.
To avoid damage to the carrier and/or the
AutoLube II, perform the following daily
inspections.
·
Before starting, visually inspect all
hoses, fittings and fasteners for wear and
looseness.
·
Check lubricant level inside the car-
tridge. Refer to Section 6.4.
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