McLaughlin EC050-500, Operator And Maintenance Manual

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VX30/VX50 Gen3/ECO50 Vacuum Excavators Shutdown Procedure 23-1
Section 23: Shutdown Procedure
S
TOPPING THE
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ACHINE
NOTICE: For your safety and the safety of others, use the shutdown procedure before servicing, cleaning,
unclogging, or inspecting the machine.
A variation of this procedure may be used if instructed within this manual, or if an emergency requires it.
Step 1: Reduce engine speed to idle.
Step 2: Verify all switches are in OFF/down position.
Step 3: Move Reverse Flow Control to NEUTRAL.
Step 4: Allow engine to idle for 5 minutes before turning it off after full-load operation.
NOTICE: Failure to allow engine to idle for the recommended time may result in turbocharger damage.
Step 5: Turn engine off and remove ignition key.
Step 6: Relieve water pressure from water-assisted tools by squeezing trigger. Disconnect tool(s) from hose.
WARNING:
Avoid high pressure water. High pressure water from digging tool or wash wand
can penetrate body tissue and result in death or serious injury. Fluid injected under the skin
must be removed immediately by a surgeon familiar with this type of injury.
Never point the digging tool or wand at anyone or at any part of the body. Never use the high
pressure wand to clean any part of your body or clothing.