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801 Maintenance Manual
MA10:2
Chapter - Health and Safety
The information presented in this section does not infer there are any particular hazards
associated with these machines. It is given as a guide to the general precautions that should
be taken in any workshop environment when working on machines of this nature in the course
of their maintenance.
Safety symbol:
The universal symbol is used throughout this manual to indicate information which is essential
for health and safety of all operating personnel.
Refer to all state, district/company, or council Health and Safety Regulations and follow the
procedures laid down.
The repair and maintenance of machinery such as this can involve physical hazards or other
risks to health. This section lists some of these hazards and the precautions necessary to
avoid them.
The list is only general but all other operations, procedures and the handling of materials
should be carried out in accordance with the requirement of health and safety laws, which is
the responsibility of the Owner/Operator/Maintainer.
Sharp objects warning:
There can be a risk of injury from sharp objects such as discarded hypodermic needles
becoming lodged in the sweeping system. The use of ‘needle stick gloves’ is recommended
when changing brushes, using the wanderhose/Littasnatch and when
cleaning out the machine.
Anti Freeze:
Anti-freeze may be absorbed though the skin in toxic or harmful quantities.
If swallowed, seek medical attention immediately.
Some types, i.e., isopropanol, ethylene glycol and methanol are flammable.
Batteries:
Gases released during charging are explosive. Never use naked flames or allow sparks near
charging or recently charged batteries.
Disconnection:
Disconnect the negative battery lead from battery first. The positive cable must always be
disconnected last.
Re-connection:
Always reconnect the positive battery cable first.
Jump-starting and use of auxiliary (booster) batteries:
Do not jump-start maintenance free batteries if in a deeply discharged state as internal short
circuits may occur.
If a maintenance free battery is found to be in a deeply discharged state, it is essential to
remove the battery and recharge off the vehicle. Jump-starting will not enable the vehicles
own charging system to initiate the charging process.
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