Farmtrac FT 6050 CROSS, Operator'S Manual

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Safety rules - Explosions and fires
Fire and explosion prevention
Fuel or oil leaks, or spills on hot surfaces or electrical
components can cause a fire.
Crop material, dead branches, debris, bird nests or
flammable material can ignite on hot surfaces.
Remove dead branches and debris from the machine at
least once a day and in any case at the end of the working
day, especially in the areas surrounding the hot
components such as the engine, transmission, exhaust,
battery, etc. Depending on the working conditions and
environment, more frequent cleaning may be needed.
Safety rules - Battery
General safety rules for the battery
Always wear eye protection when working on the batteries.
Do not create sparks or have open flame near the battery.
Ventilate when charging or using in enclosed area.
The negative terminal (-) must be disconnected first and
reconnected last.
When welding on the machine, disconnect both battery
terminals.
Do not weld, grind or smoke near a battery.
To start the engine with auxiliary batteries or jumper wires,
follow the steps outlined in the instruction manual. Do not
short across terminals.
When storing and handling the batteries, keep to the
manufacturer's instructions.
Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain
lead or lead compounds. Wash your hands after
maintenance Keep out of reach of children and other
unauthorized persons.
Battery acid causes burns. Batteries contain sulfuric
acid.
Avoid contact with skin, eyes, or clothing.
Antidote (in case of external contact):
• rinse with water.
Antidotes (eyes):
• Flush with water for 15 minutes.
• Consult a doctor promptly.
Antidote (if swallowed)
• Drink large quantities of water or milk.
• Do not induce vomiting.
• Seek medical attention immediately.
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