ESCAPING FLUIDS
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Relieve all pressure in the air, oil and cooling systems
before any lines, fittings or related items are removed or
disconnected.
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Be alert for possible pressure release when disconnecting any device
from a system that is pressurized. DO NOT check for
pressure leaks with your hands. High-pressure oil or fuel can
cause personal injury.
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Escaping hydraulic fluid under pressure has sufficient force to
penetrate skin causing serious personal injury.
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Fluid escaping from pinholes may be invisible. Use a piece of
cardboard or wood to search for suspected leaks: do not use
hands and body. Use safety goggles or other eye protection
when checking for leaks.
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If injured by escaping fluid, see a medical doctor immediately.
This fluid can produce gangrene or severe allergic reaction.
CAUTIONS AGAINST BURNS AND BATTERY EXPLOSION
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To avoid burns, be alert for hot components during operation and
just after the engine has been shut off. Such as the muffler, muffler
cover, radiator, piping, engine body, coolants, engine oil, etc.
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DO NOT remove the radiator cap while the engine is running or
immediately after stopping. Wait approximately ten minutes for the
radiator to cool before removing the cap.
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Be sure the radiator drain valve / petcock and hose clamps are
tighten. Check radiator pressure cap and oil fill cap before operating
the engine.
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The battery presents an explosive hazard. When the battery is
being activated, hydrogen and oxygen gases are extremely explosive.
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Keep sparks and open flames away from the battery, especially
during charging. DO NOT strike a match near the battery.
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DO NOT check a batteries charge by placing a metal object across
the terminals. Use a voltmeter or hydrometer.
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DO NOT charge a battery if frozen, it may possibly explode. Frozen
batteries must be warm up to at least 61°F (16°C) before charging.
KEEP HANDS AND BODY AWAY FROM ROTATING PARTS
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Keep your hands and body away from all rotating parts, such
as cooling fan, v-belts, pulleys and flywheel. Contact with these
rotating parts can cause serious personal injury.
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Be sure to stop the engine before adjusting belt tension or checking
the cooling fan.
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DO NOT run the engine without safety guards installed. Be sure the
safety guards are properly aligned and securely fastened before operating
the engine.
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