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Safety Precautions
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5. When welding is required, ensure that the battery ground
cable is disconnected and that all electrical equipment is
completely electrically isolated before welding is initiated
(Figure 1)
.
6. Before starting any welding, ensure that the area to be
repaired is cleaned of debris and combustible material.
Have a charged fire extinguisher available and know
how to use it.
7. When searching for an oil leak, wear work gloves and
use a piece of cardboard or wood as a detector. Wear a
safety face shield or goggles for eye protection. NEVER
use your bare hands to check for fluid leaks
(Figure 2)
.
Failure to properly protect yourself when
searching for hydraulic leaks could result
in fluid injection into the skin which,
if not avoided
, could result in death or
serious injury.
8. Pressure can remain in a hydraulic system after the power
source and pump have been shut down. Ensure that there
is no pressure in any of the hydraulic cylinders or hoses
before performing work on components, or disconnecting
any hoses
(Figure 3)
.
Failure to depressurize the hydraulic
system could result in fluid injection into
the skin which, if not avoide
d, could
result in death or serious injury.
NOTE:
Batteries contain acid that can burn and they
also produce gas that can explode, follow battery
manufacturers’ provided safety instructions when
working on your battery.
Failure to follow manufacturers’ safety
instructions when handling batteries may
result in explosion which, if not avoided,
could result in minor to moderate injury.
9. Inspect the equipment daily for potential fire hazards and
make any necessary repairs immediately.
10. Inspect electrical wiring and connections, and hydraulic
hose runs to ensure they are secure and not rubbing
against other components.
11. Clean up any excess grease, oil accumulation and spillage
immediately. Use only non-flammable products for cleaning
the liftgate or components.
