SAFETY
10
General Precautions
Avoid fire and explosion hazards
Keep flames away from fuel, hydraulic fluid,
oil, grease and antifreeze. Fuel is particularly
flammable and dangerous.
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When handling these combustible
materials, keep lit cigarettes, matches,
lighters and other flames or sources of
flames away.
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Do not smoke or permit open flames while
fueling or near fueling operations.
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Never remove the fuel cap or refuel with
the engine running or hot. Never allow fuel
to spill on hot machine components.
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Clean up spilled fuel, oil or other flammable
fluids immediately.
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Check for fuel, oil or hydraulic fluid leaks.
Stop all leaks and clean the machine
before operating.
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Do not cut or weld on pipes or tubes that
contain flammable fluids. Clean thoroughly
with nonflammable solvent before cutting
or welding.
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Remove all trash or debris from the
machine. Make sure that oily rags or other
flammable material are not stored on the
machine.
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Handle all solvents and dry chemicals
according to procedures identified on
manufacturers’ containers. Work in a well-
ventilated area.
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Never use fuel for cleaning purposes.
Always use a nonflammable solvent.
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Store all flammable fluids and materials in
a safe and well-ventilated place.
Be sure to lock the safety lock
lever before leaving the operator’s
seat
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Before leaving the operator’s seat, raise
the safety lock lever to engage the lock
and stop the engine. If any controls should
be touched accidentally when the safety
lock lever is lowered, the machine will
move suddenly, and cause serious injury
or death.
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Before leaving the operator’s seat, lower
the working equipment, raise the safety
lock lever to engage the lock, and stop
the engine. Also, be sure to remove the
key and take it with you.
