Safety
DANGER
Charging or jump starting the battery may
produce explosive gases. Battery gases can
explode causing serious injury.
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Keep sparks, flames, or cigarettes away
from battery.
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Ventilate when charging or using battery
in an enclosed space.
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Make sure venting path of battery is
always open once battery is filled with
acid.
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Always shield eyes and face from battery.
DANGER
Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid,
which is poisonous and can cause severe
burns. Swallowing electrolyte can be fatal or
if it touches skin can cause severe burns.
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Wear safety glasses to shield eyes, and
rubber gloves to protect skin and clothing
when handling electrolyte.
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Do Not swallow electrolyte.
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In the event of an accident, flush with
water and call a doctor immediately.
CAUTION
If the ignition is in the “ON” position there
is potential for sparks and engagement of
components. Sparks could cause an explosion
or moving parts could accidentally engage
causing personal injury.
Be sure ignition switch is in the “OFF”
position before charging the battery.
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Keep all guards, shields and all safety devices in
place and in safe working condition.
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Check all bolts frequently to maintain proper
tightness.
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Frequently check for worn or deteriorating
components that could create a hazard.
WARNING
Removal or modification of original
equipment, parts and/or accessories may
alter the warranty, controllability, and safety
of the machine. Unauthorized modifications
to the original equipment or failure to use
original manufacturer parts could lead
to serious injury or death. Unauthorized
changes to the machine, engine, fuel or
venting system, may violate applicable safety
standards such as: ANSI, OSHA and NFPA
and/or government regulations such as EPA
and CARB.
WARNING
Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure
can penetrate skin and cause injury. Fluid
accidentally injected into the skin must be
surgically removed within a few hours by a
doctor familiar with this form of injury or
gangrene may result.
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If equipped, make sure all hydraulic fluid
hoses and lines are in good condition and
all hydraulic connections and fittings are
tight before applying pressure to hydraulic
system.
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Keep body and hands away from pinhole
leaks or nozzles that eject high pressure
hydraulic fluid.
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Use cardboard or paper, not your hands,
to find hydraulic leaks.
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Before performing any work on the
hydraulic system:
– Safely relieve all pressure in the ground
drive hydraulic system by placing the
motion control levers in neutral and
shutting off the engine.
– Safely relieve all pressure in the auxiliary
hydraulic system by shutting off the
engine, turning the ignition switch to
the “ON” position, and pressing the tine
ground engagement switch. Once the
tines have lowered to the ground, release
the tine ground engagement switch and
turn the ignition switch to the “OFF”
position.
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