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2 - SAFETY INFORMATION
• Before leaving the vehicle:
• Park the vehicle on a hard, level surface.
• Put all controls in neutral or park lock position.
• Engage the parking brake; use wheel chocks if re-
quired.
• Lower all hydraulic equipment, attachments/imple-
ments or tools, to the ground.
• Shut down the engine and remove the key.
• In a rare circumstance when the engine must be run-
ning without an operator in the cab, take these precau-
tions:
• Reduce engine speed to low idle.
• Disengage all drive systems.
• Put the transmission in neutral.
• Apply the parking brake.
Safety rules - Battery
WARNING
Battery acid causes burns. Batteries contain sulfuric acid.
Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Antidote (external): Flush with water. Antidote (eyes): flush
with water for 15 minutes and seek medical attention immediately. Antidote (internal): Drink large
quantities of water or milk. Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical attention immediately.
Failure to comply could result in death or serious injury.
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• Follow manufacturer's instructions when storing and
handling batteries.
• Always wear eye protection when working with a bat-
tery.
• Do not create sparks or have open flame near the bat-
tery.
• Do not weld, grind, or smoke near a battery.
• Ventilate when charging or using a battery in an en-
closed area.
• When disconnecting the battery terminals, remove the
negative (-) cable first; then remove the positive (+) ca-
ble. When connecting the battery terminals, connect
the positive (+) cable first; then connect the negative
(-) cable.
• Disconnect the battery (both terminals) before welding
on any part of the machine. Failure to do so may cause
damage to sensitive electrical components. For addi-
tional welding precautions, refer to page
7-9 .
• When using auxiliary batteries or connecting booster
cables to start the engine, use the procedure shown in
this manual. DO NOT short across terminals.
• When working around storage batteries, remember that
all of the exposed metal parts are “live”. Never lay
a metal object across the terminals because a spark,
short circuit, explosion, or personal injury may result.
• Frozen electrolyte can cause the battery to explode. Do
not charge a frozen battery or use a frozen battery to
booster start the machine. Always keep the battery at
full charge to prevent the electrolyte from freezing.
• Keep batteries out of reach of children and other unau-
thorized persons.
• Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories con-
tain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands after han-
dling.
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