3 - SAFETY/DECALS
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FIRE EXTINGUISHER
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SERVICE COMPARTMENT
A fire extinguisher is equipped on your machine in the left hand service compartment on the operator’s platform.
Make sure the fire extinguisher is maintained and on the Combine during field operation to assist in the event of a
fire.
Fire Extinguisher Inspection
It is the responsibility of the person operating the machine to regularly inspect the condition of the fire extinguisher
to ensure that it are fully charged and operable.
Inspection items:
1. Operating instructions decal not damaged and legible. Replace if necessary.
2. Safety seals and pull pin not broken or missing. Replace if necessary.
3. Inspect extinguisher gauge. Gauge must not be damaged. Indicator needle must be in green zone. Replace/
recharge if necessary.
4. Visually inspect extinguisher for obvious physical damage, corrosion, blocked discharge nozzle, or leakage.
Replace if necessary.
5. Determine by weighing or “hefting” that extinguisher is full of dry chemical. Replace if necessary.
IMPORTANT: Inspect fire extinguisher before harvest operation and each day of harvest operation.
IMPORTANT: Fire extinguisher recharge or service work must be performed by a trained professional.
IMPORTANT: Fire extinguishers will not prevent machine fires. The danger of fire is ever present during harvest. It
is essential that you regularly clean and maintain the machine. Clean at least daily or more often as required by
harvest conditions. Refer to the “Fire Prevention” on the Next Page.
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