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300 SERIES ALL-IN-ONE POWER SYSTEM
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SECTION 1: SAFETY
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1.7.9
RELIEVE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
PRESSURE BEFORE REMOVING
ANY COMPONENTS FROM THE
SYSTEM
All hydraulic pressure must be
relieved from the hydraulic
system prior to removing any
components from the system.
To
relieve
the
hydraulic
pressure from the hydraulic system, turn off
the motor and operate the control panel with
the key in the ON position. Failure to comply
can result in serious injury. If you have any
questions concerning relieving the hydraulic
pressure from the system, please contact the
Vanair
®
Service Department.
1.7.10
LIFTING COMPONENTS
Hydraulic components can be
heavy. Use caution while
lifting
these
components.
Serious personal injury can
be
avoided
with
proper
handling of the components.
Use lifting bail to lift unit and properly
installed accessories only.
Lift and support unit only with proper
equipment and correct procedures.
If using lift forks to move unit, be sure forks
are long enough to extend beyond opposite
side of unit.
1.7.11
HYDRAULIC TEST GAUGES
Please contact Vanair if you require
assistance, when performing hydraulic test
procedures, use the proper hydraulic
gauges. Installing an incorrect test gauge
could result in serious injury if the gauge
fails. Use properly rated hydraulic hoses to
allow the test gauge to be read away from
moving parts and functions.
1.7.12
SYSTEM MODIFICATION
PROHIBITED
A Vanair
®
pump or pump
control must not be modified in
any way without authorization
from Vanair. Modifications may
not
comply
with
safety
standards, including ANSI safety standards,
and may result in serious personal injury.
Please contact Vanair if you require
assistance.
1.7.13
FALLING UNIT CAN CAUSE
INJURY
DO NOT
enter under hydraulic
supported equipment unless
they are fully supported or
blocked. Failure to follow this
procedure can result in serious
injury or death.
1.7.14
REPLACE DAMAGED SAFETY
DECALS
Any Vanair pump safety decals must be
replaced anytime they are damaged,
missing, or cannot be read clearly. Failure to
have proper decals in place can result in
serious injury or death. If machine package
requires safety decals, please contact Vanair
for replacement safety decals, at no charge.)
Refer to
Section 7.14
for proper decal
locations.
1.7.15
POST-SERVICING OPERATION
Be sure everyone is clear of the area around
the hydraulic system before operating after
servicing. Remain attentive at all times when
operating to check your work until you are
completely sure it is safe to return to service.
Failure to heed this warning may result in
serious personal injury or death.