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Maintenance Safety
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WARNING
Repairs
Do not try to do repairs or any other type of maintenance
work you do not understand. To avoid injury and/or damage
get the work done by a specialist engineer.
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WARNING
Modifications and Welding
Non-approved modifications can cause injury and damage.
Parts of the machine are made from cast iron; welds on cast
iron can weaken the structure and break. Do not weld cast
iron. Contact your JCB distributor for advice before
modifying the machine.
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WARNING
Metal Splinters
You can be injured by flying metal splinters when driving
metal pins in or out. Use a soft faced hammer or drift to
remove and fit metal pins. Always wear safety glasses.
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WARNING
Electrical Circuits
Understand the electrical circuit before connecting or
disconnecting an electrical component. A wrong connection
can cause injury and/or damage.
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WARNING
Communications
Bad communications can cause accidents. If two or more
people are working on the machine, make sure each is
aware of what the others are doing. Before starting the
engine make sure the others are clear of the danger areas;
examples of danger areas are: the rotating blades and belt
on the engine, the attachments and linkages, and anywhere
beneath or behind the machine. People can be killed or
injured if these precautions are not taken.
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WARNING
Petrol
Do not use petrol in this machine. Do not mix petrol with the
diesel fuel; in storage tanks the petrol will rise to the top and
form flammable vapours.
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WARNING
Battery
A battery with frozen electrolyte can explode if it is used or
charged. Do not use a machine with a frozen battery. To
help prevent the battery from freezing, keep the battery fully
charged.
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WARNING
Battery Gases
Batteries give off explosive gases. Keep flames and sparks
away from the battery. Do not smoke close to the battery.
Make sure there is good ventilation in closed areas where
batteries are being used or charged. Do not check the
battery charge by shorting the terminals with metal; use a
hydrometer or voltmeter.
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WARNING
Battery Terminals
The machine is negatively earthed. Always connect the
negative pole of the battery to earth.
When connecting the battery, connect the earth (-) lead last.
When disconnecting the battery, disconnect the earth (-)
lead first.
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WARNING
Hydraulic Fluid
Fine jets of hydraulic fluid at high pressure can penetrate the
skin. Do not use your fingers to check for hydraulic fluid
leaks. Do not put your face close to suspected leaks. Hold a
piece of cardboard close to suspected leaks and then
inspect the cardboard for signs of hydraulic fluid. If
hydraulic fluid penetrates your skin, get medical help
immediately.
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DANGER
Hydraulic Pressure
Hydraulic fluid at system pressure can injure you. Before
disconnecting or connecting hydraulic hoses, stop the
engine and operate the controls to release pressure trapped
in the hoses. Make sure the engine cannot be started while
the hoses are open.
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