Safety
4.10 Maintenance
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Operator’s Manual | BPS | 5100060589 | 07/2021 | [us]
4.10.2
Vehicle fluids
• Always wear protective goggles and gloves when handling vehicle
fluids. Seek medical advice immediately if, for example, hydraulic oil,
fuel, oil or coolant gets into the eyes.
• Avoid direct skin contact with vehicle fluids. Wash skin immediately
with soap and water.
• Do not eat or drink while working with vehicle fluids.
• Contaminated vehicle fluid (e.g. with dirt, water) can lead to prema-
ture wear or failure of the machine.
• Dispose of discharged or spilled vehicle fuel in accordance with appli-
cable environmental regulations.
• If vehicle fluids leak from the machine, stop operating the machine
and have it repaired immediately by a service partner.
4.10.3
Combustion engine
WARNING
Danger of poisoning!
Inhalation of exhaust fumes can lead to death in a few minutes. Exhaust
gases contain carbon monoxide.
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Do not operate the machine in a closed area, e.g. a tunnel.
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Unless there is adequate ventilation through exhaust fans or hoses.
• Before start of work, check the engine for leaks and cracks in the fuel
line, tank and filler cap.
• Do not start the defective engine. Replace damaged parts immedi-
ately.
• The preset engine speed must not be adjusted. This could lead to en-
gine damage.
• Ensure that the exhaust system of the engine is free of flammable
materials. Fire hazard!
• Before refueling, switch off the engine and let it cool down.
• Use the correct type of fuel. Observe the prescribed mixing ratios.
• Use clean filling aids for refueling. Do not spill fuel, wipe up spilled
fuel immediately.
• Do not start the engine near spilled fuel. Explosion hazard!
• When operating in partially enclosed rooms, sufficient ventilation
must be provided. Do not inhale exhaust gas. Hazard of poisoning!
• The engine surface and exhaust system can become very hot after
only a short time. Hazard of burning!
• Do not use jump start sprays. These can cause misfiring and engine
damage. Fire hazard!
• Smoking prohibited!
