New Holland H8060, Service Manual

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INTRODUCTION
Wheels and tires
Make sure tires are correctly inflated. Do not exceed recommended load or pressure. Follow instructions in the
manual for proper tire inflation.
Tires are heavy. Handling tires without proper equipment could cause death or serious injury.
Never weld on a wheel with a tire installed. Always remove tire completely from wheel prior to welding.
Always have a qualified tire technician service the tires and wheels. If a tire has lost all pressure, take the tire and
wheel to a tire shop or your dealer for service. Explosive separation of the tire can cause serious injury.
DO NOT weld to a wheel or rim until the tire is completely removed. Inflated tires can generate a gas mixture with
the air than can be ignited by high temperatures from welding procedures performed on the wheel or rim. Removing
the air or loosening the tire on the rim (breaking the bead) will NOT eliminate the hazard. This condition can exist
whether tires are inflated or deflated. The tire MUST be completely removed from the wheel or rim prior to welding
the wheel or rim.
Driving on public roads and general transportation safety
Comply with local laws and regulations.
Use appropriate lighting to meet local regulations.
Make sure SMV emblem is visible.
Use safety chains for trailed equipment when provided with machine or equipment.
Lift implements and attachments high enough above ground to prevent accidental contact with road.
When transporting equipment or machine on a transport trailer, make sure it is properly secured. Be sure the SMV
on the equipment or machine is covered while being transported on a trailer.
Be aware of overhead structures or power lines and make sure the machine and/or attachments can pass safely
under.
Travel speed should be such that complete control and machine stability is maintained at all times.
Slow down and signal before turning.
Pull over to allow faster traffic to pass.
Follow correct towing procedure for equipment with or without brakes.
Fire and explosion prevention
Fuel or oil leaked or spills on hot surfaces or electrical components can cause a fire.
Crop materials, trash, debris, bird nests, or flammable material can ignite on hot surfaces.
Always have a fire extinguisher on or near the machine.
Make sure the fire extinguisher(s) is maintained and serviced according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
At least once each day and at the end of the day remove all trash and debris from the machine especially around
hot components such as engine, transmission, exhaust, battery, etc. More frequent cleaning of your machine may be
necessary depending on the operating environment and conditions.
At least once each day, remove debris accumulation around moving components such as bearings, pulleys, belts,
gears, cleaning fan, etc. More frequent cleaning of your machine may be necessary depending on the operating
environment and conditions.
Inspect the electrical system for loose connections or frayed insulation. Repair or replace loose or damaged parts.
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