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Maintenance 9
Operations Manual
Bison 120
20-07-2018
Page 9-31
Revision 2.0
9.9 Engine Maintenance
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DANGER
Electrocution Hazard
The system also includes high voltage electrical equipment and any work for maintenance and/
or replacement should only be undertaken by suitably qualified experienced electrical engineers.
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WARNING
Always implement the lockout and tag out procedure when carrying out maintenance or
adjustments to the machine.
Wear personal protective equipment.
Burn Hazard
The oil in the system can be of a high temperature. Take precaution when working with high
temperature fluids.
Injection Hazard.
Fluid escaping under pressure can penetrate skin and result in death or serious injury.
Relieve pressure before disconnecting hydraulic lines.
Stay clear of leaks and pin holes. Use a piece of cardboard or wood to search for leaks. Do not
use hand.
Fluid injected into the skin must be surgically removed within a few hours by a doctor familiar with
this type of injury, or gangrene will result.
NOTICE
The diesel engine is the heart of your machine and a great deal of care and thought has gone
into its selection. In the interest of continued peak performance from your machine the engine
must be maintained and cared for with meticulous attention in accordance with the manufacturers
instructions as detailed in the “Operators Handbook”, a copy of which is included with this manual.
For the diesel engine power pack fitted to your machine to continue to perform safely, efficiently
and reliably it is imperative that all the recommendations given in the separate engine manual
are strictly followed with regard to:-
• Safety
• Operation
• Lubrication
• Maintenance
• Service
• Parts
See the engine operators manual for more detailed information regarding the engine before
carrying out any maintenance work.
Adhere to the regular maintenance schedules and procedures specified by the manufacturer
using the numbers of hours run as displayed on the engine service meter.