DAF LF45 Series, Manual

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS
Safety instructions and warnings
LF
45/55 series
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- Remain at a safe distance from rotating
and/or moving components.
- Do not remove the filler cap from the
cooling system when the engine is at
operating temperature.
- Be careful when changing the oil. Hot oil
can cause serious injuries.
- Avoid unnecessary contact with drained oil.
Frequent contact damages the skin.
- Various sorts of oil and other lubricants
used on the vehicle may constitute a health
hazard. This also applies to engine coolant,
clutch fluid, windscreen washer fluid,
refrigerant in air-conditioning systems,
battery acid and diesel fuel. So avoid
inhaling and direct contact.
- Tilt the cab fully if work must be carried out
underneath the cab.
- Always use stands to support the chassis or
components when working under the
vehicle.
- Be careful when working on activated
springs, such as those in spring brake
cylinders, valves, and similar. Inadvertently
released springs may cause serious
injuries. Small springs and circlips may also
cause injuries when inadvertently released
(wear goggles).
- Always use a tyre cage when fitting and
inflating tyres. Thoroughly clean tyres prior
to balancing. Only use a balancing device
fitted with a protective cover.
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