Section 2 - Care and Safety
Safety Check List
Maintenance Safety
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WARNING
Hydraulic Pressure
Hydraulic fluid at system pressure can injure you.
Before disconnecting or connecting hydraulic hoses,
stop the engine and operate the controls to release
pressure trapped in the hoses. Make sure the engine
cannot be started while the hoses are open.
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WARNING
Hot Coolant
The cooling system is pressurised when the engine is
hot. Hot coolant can spray out when you remove the
filler cap. Let the system cool before removing the
filler cap. To remove the cap; turn it to the first notch
and let the system pressure escape, then remove the
cap.
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CAUTION
Cleaning
Cleaning metal parts with incorrect solvents can
cause corrosion. Use only recommended cleaning
agents and solvents.
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WARNING
Hydraulic Hoses
Damaged hoses can cause fatal accidents. Inspect
the hoses regularly for:
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Damaged hose ends
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Chafed outer covers
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Balloned outer covers
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Kinked or crushed hoses
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Embedded armouring in outer covers
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Displaced end fittings.
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WARNING
Soft Ground
A machine can sink into soft ground. Never work
under a machine on soft ground.
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CAUTION
Rams
The efficiency of the rams will be affected if they are
not kept free of solidified dirt. Clean dirt from around
the rams regularly. When leaving or parking the
machine, close all rams if possible to reduce the risk
of weather corrosion.
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CAUTION
'O' rings, Seals and Gaskets
Badly fitted, damaged or rotted 'O' rings, seals and
gaskets can cause leakages and possible accidents.
Renew whenever disturbed unless otherwise
instructed. Do not use Triochloroethane or paint
thinners near 'O' rings and seals.
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WARNING
If you try to charge a frozen battery, or jump start and
run the engine, the battery could explode. Do not use
a battery if its electrolyte is frozen. To prevent the
battery electrolyte from freezing, keep the battery at
full charge.
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WARNING
Battery Gases
Batteries give off explosive gases. Keep flames and
sparks away from the battery. Do not smoke close to
the battery. Make sure there is good ventilation in
closed areas where batteries are being used or
charged. Do not check the battery charge by shorting
the terminals with metal; use a hydrometer or
voltmeter.
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WARNING
Battery Terminals
The machine is negatively earthed. Always connect
the negative pole of the battery to earth.
When connecting the battery, connect the earth (-)
lead last.
When disconnecting the battery, disconnect the earth
(-) lead first.
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