Fast UT3P, Operation And Maintenance Manual

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SAFETY
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Hydraulic Safety
The hydraulic system operates under
extremely high pressure. Escaping fluid under
pressure can penetrate the skin causing seri-
ous injury.
If an accident occurs, seek medical assistance
immediately. DO NOT DELAY. Any fluid
injected into the skin must be surgically
removed. Serious infection or toxic reaction
can develop from hydraulic fluid piercing skin
surface.
Doctors unfamiliar with the is type of injury
should reference a knowledgeable medical
source.
Avoid the hazard by relieving pressure before
disconnecting hydraulic or other lines.
Tighten all connections before applying pres-
sure.
Replace worn, cut, abraded, flattened or
crimped hoses.
Do not attempt makeshift repairs to hydraulic
lines, fittings or hoses by using tape, clamps
or cements.
Check for leaks with a piece of cardboard, Do
Not use your hands to check for leaks. Protect
hands and body from high-pressure fluids.
Avoid Heating
Near Pressurized
Fluid Lines
Flammable spray can be generated by heating
near pressurized fluid lines, resulting in severe
burns to yourself or bystanders.
Do not heat by welding, soldering, or using a
torch near pressurized fluid lines or other flam-
mable materials. Pressurized lines can be
accidentally cut when heat goes beyond the
immediate flame area.
Waste Disposal Safety
Improper disposal of waste can threaten the
environment and ecology. Potentially harmful
waste used with FAST equipment includes oil,
coolant, brake fluid, filters, and batteries.
Use leak-proof containers when draining flu-
ids. Do not use food or beverage containers
that may mislead someone into drinking from
them.
Do not pour waste onto the ground, down a
drain, or into any water source.
Follow instructions on chemical containers or
SDS sheets for disposal of chemicals, contain-
ers, and water used for cleaning the equip-
ment.
Safety Signs (Decals)
Keep safety signs in good condition.
Replace missing or damaged safety signs.
Be sure new equipment components and
repair parts include the current safety signs.
Replacement signs are available from
your FAST dealer.