15
★
Support Machine Properly
Always lower the attachment or implement to the ground
before you work on the machine
．
If you must work on a
lifted machine or attachment
，
securely support the
machine or attachment
．
If left in a raised position
，
hydraulically supported devices can settle or leak down
．
Do not support the machine on cinder blocks
，
hollow tiles
，
or props that may crumble under continuous load
．
Do not
work under a machine that is supported solely by a jack
．
Follow recommended procedures in this manual
．
When implements or attachments are used with a tractor
，
always follow safety precautions listed in the implement
operator's manual
．
★
Remove Paint Before Welding or Heating
Avoid potentially toxic fumes and dust
．
Hazardous fumes can be generated when paint is heated
by welding
，
soldering
，
or using a torch
．
Do all work outside or in a well ventilated area
．
Dispose of
paint and solvent properly
．
Remove paint before welding or heating
：
·lf you sand or grind paint
，
avoid breathing the dust
．
Wear an approved respirator
．
·lf you use solvent or paint stripper
，
remove stripper with
soap and water before welding
．
Remove solvent or
paint stripper containers and other flammable material
from area
．
Allow fumes to disperse at least 15 minutes
before welding or heating
．
★
Avoid Heating Near Pressurized Fluid Lines
Flammable spray can be generated by heating near
pressurized fluid lines
，
resulting in severe burns to
yourself and bystanders
．
Do not heat by welding
，
soldering
，
or using a torch near pressurized fluid
lines or other flammable materials
．
Pressurized
lines can be accidentally cut when heat goes beyond the
Immediate flame area
．
