Wacker Neuson RTLx-SC3, Operator'S Manual

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Safety
Hydraulic Oil Safety 3.4
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3.4 Hydraulic Oil Safety
WARNING
Severe injury hazard
Hydraulic oil is under high pressure and becomes very hot during operation.
► To avoid injury, obey the safety instructions listed below.
Safety instructions
• Inspect the hydraulic system thoroughly before operating the machine.
• Do not touch hydraulic oil or hydraulic components while the machine is
operating. Wait until the machine is cool.
• Before disconnecting hydraulic fittings or hoses, ensure that all pressure
has been bled from the circuit. Set all controls in neutral, turn the engine
off, and allow the fluids to cool before loosening hydraulic fittings or at-
taching test gauges.
• Hydraulic oil escaping under high pressure may penetrate the skin, caus-
ing burns, blindness, or other serious injuries or infections. Contact a
physician immediately for treatment if your skin has been penetrated by
hydraulic oil, even if the wound seems minor.
• Fluid leaks from small holes are often practically invisible. Do not use
your bare hands to check for leaks. Check for leaks using a piece of
cardboard or wood.
• Hydraulic oil is extremely flammable. Stop the engine immediately if a
hydraulic leak is detected.
• After servicing the hydraulics, make sure all components are recon-
nected to the proper fittings. Failure to do so may result in damage to the
machine and/or injury to a person on or near the machine.
3.5 Safety Guidelines for Lifting the Machine
When lifting the machine:
• Make sure slings, chains, hooks, ramps, jacks, forklifts, cranes, hoists,
and any other type of lifting device used is attached securely and has
enough weightbearing capacity to lift or hold the machine safely. For ma-
chine weight,
see Technical Data on page 83 .
• Remain aware of the location of other people when lifting the machine.
• Only use the lifting points and tie-downs described in the operator’s man-
ual.
• Make sure the transporting vehicle has sufficient load capacity and plat-
form size to safely transport the machine.
To reduce the possibility of injury:
• Do not stand under the machine while it is being lifted or moved.
• Do not get onto the machine while it is being lifted or moved.
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