INTRODUCTION
Be careful with pressurized fluids
• Fuel or hydraulic fluid under pressure can penetrate
the skin or eyes, causing serious injuries, blindness, or
death.
• Avoid this hazard by releasing the pressure from the
systems before disconnecting the hydraulic or fuel
lines.
• Tighten all connections before pressurizing the sys-
tems.
• Search for leaks with a piece of cardboard or wood,
taking care to protect the hands and body from high
pressure fluids.
• Wear a face shield or protective goggles to protect the
eyes.
• If an accident occurs, see a doctor immediately.
• Any fluid injected into the skin must be treated quickly
to avoid major health problems.
• Never perform repairs on pressurized components until
the pressure has been released.
• Use extreme caution when you remove the radiator,
the expansion tank or the covers, the drain plugs, the
grease fittings, or other pressure components.
• Park the machine and let it cool before opening a pres-
surized tank.
• Release all pressure before you work on systems with
an accumulator.
• Hydraulic fluid or diesel fuel that leaks under pressure
can penetrate the skin and cause infection or other in-
juries.
NOTE:
To prevent personal injury, relieve all pressure
before disconnecting fluid lines or performing work on
the hydraulic system.
• Before applying pressure, make certain all connections
are tight and components are in good condition.
• Use a piece of cardboard, newspaper, or wood to check
for any pressurized leaks to prevent fluid penetrating
the skin.
• Unexpected movement of the machine could occur.
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