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* Failure to follow this precaution may cause an accident or the machine
to malfunction due to improper maintenance.
3. Inspection and maintenance before
and after operating the machine
Add oil and refuel when the engine is cool.
Do not add oil or refuel when the engine is running or if the engine is
hot.
* Failure to follow this precaution may cause the fuel to ignite, resulting in
a fire.
Fire is strictly prohibited when refueling.
Do not smoke or use open flames when refueling.
* Failure to follow this precaution may cause the fuel to ignite, resulting in
a fire.
Check for fuel leaks.
If the fuel pipe is damaged, check it for fuel leaks.
* Failure to follow this precaution may cause fuel to ignite, resulting in a
fire.
Close the fuel cap and clean up any spilt fuel.
After refueling, be sure to securely close the fuel cap and thoroughly
clean up any spilt fuel.
* Failure to follow this precaution may cause a fire.
Fire is strictly prohibited when checking the battery.
The use of fire is strictly prohibited when checking or charging the
battery.
* Failure to follow this precaution may cause the battery to ignite and
explode, which may result in burns.
Do not allow electrolyte to come into contact with your skin.
Do not allow electrolyte to come into contact with your skin or your
clothes. Should your skin or clothes come into contact with electrolyte,
immediately wash the affected area with water.
* Failure to follow this precaution may cause burns or damage to your
clothes.
Follow the correct procedure when installing and removing
the battery.
To install the battery, connect the positive (+) battery cable first. To
remove the battery, disconnect the negative (-) battery cable first.
* Failure to follow this precaution may cause a short circuit, which may
result in burns and a fire.
Clean the engine and the oil cooler.
Be sure to clean the engine and the oil cooler after you have finished
operating the machine.
* Failure to follow this precaution may cause overheating or seizure of the
engine. It can also cause failure of the hydraulic equipment.
Perform inspections and maintenance on a flat and stable
surface.
For inspections and maintenance, bring the machine to a stop on a flat,
stable area that is free from traffic to ensure that the machine will not
overturn or move, then lower the attachments.
* Failure to follow this precaution may cause the machine to overturn and
cause an unexpected accident.
Remove debris from the muffler and engine.
Check that there is no grass, debris, or fuel around the muffler and
engine or on the brakes every day before operating the machine.
* Failure to follow this precaution may cause a fire.
Do not allow the air pressure in the tires to exceed the
specified maximum.
When filling the tires with air, do not allow the air pressure in the tires to
exceed the specified maximum.
* Failure to follow this precaution may cause the tires to explode and
cause an injury.
Be sure to check the electrical components and wires.
Check whether the electrical wires are touching other parts, if their
covers have come off, or if the connectors are loose every day before
operating the machine.
* Failure to follow this precaution may cause a short circuit, which may
result in a fire.
Do not allow the electrolyte to fall below the “LOWER” limit.
Make sure that the electrolyte is between the “UPPER” and “LOWER”
level marks and that it does not fall below the “LOWER” level mark.
