Save your back.
4
Lower parts, do not drop them.
5
To prevent slipping, wipe hand levers
and knobs clean of oil or grease.
6
Do not use sheaves with cracked rims
or spokes.
7
Check for missing, cracked or frayed
V-belts.
8
Check for broken, defective or missing
parts and replace them. Keep equipment
clean and free of dirt and oil so you can
spot loose or defective parts.
9
When using cables to move a load, be
sure cables are of adequate size and
replace any worn, badly frayed, broken
or kinked ones. Check end connections
for wear.
FIRE HAZARDS
1
DO NOT smoke while refueling - or
when handling fuel containers.
2
SHUT OFF engine when refueling -
and use extra caution if engine is hot.
3
WHEN pouring fuel into the tank,
ground the funnel or spout against the
filler neck to avoid static electric spark.
4
DO NOT use gasoline or diesel fuel
for cleaning parts. Good commercial,
non-flammable solvents are preferred.
5
DO NOT smoke while using cleaning
solvents.
6
DO NOT let greasy, oily rags
accumulate in poorly ventilated area.
Store oily rags and other combustible
material in a safe place.
7
NEVER use an open flame to check
fuel, battery electrolyte or coolant levels
. . . or to look for hydraulic leaks
anywhere on the equipment.
Use a flashlight!
8
KNOW where fire extinguishers are
kept - and how they operate - and for
what type of fire. Check regularly - at
least monthly - to be sure it is in the
working area.
PRESSURIZED SYSTEMS -
HYDRAULIC OR AIR
1
Relieve ALL pressure before opening
or removing any hydraulic or air
pressure lines, valves, fittings, etc.
2
Check for worn hoses or damaged lines.
3
High pressure oil can be dangerous.
USE QUALITY PARTS
A replacement part for any item should always
be of com p arable S IZE, TYPE AND
QUALITY - as the part being discarded.
REPORT NECESSARY REPAIRS
If your daily check uncovers any item that
need attention - repair, replacement or
adjustment - REPORT IT NOW!
The most minor defect could result in more
serious trouble - IF THE MACHINE IS
OPERATED.
Only perform the work you’re authorized to
do. Do not attempt repairs you do not
understand.
Only work on equipment you thoroughly
understand - a pressure-loaded part, if
carelessly released could injure anyone in its
path.
Remember you are entrusted with the
operation and maintenance of a highly
valuable piece of equipment TREAT IT AS
SUCH!
Safety
12/97
2-01-B
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