SAFETY RULES
- The load lifted by jacks
is
always dangerous: it
is
neces-
sary to transfer loads to appropriate blocking as a safety
measure, before proceeding with service or mainte-
nance work, according to local or national regulations.
- Steel cables are frayed after prolonged use; always
wear appropriate protections (heavy gloves, goggles
etc.).
- Handle all parts carefully. Keep hands and fingers away
from structures, gears or moving parts. Use and wear
always the appropriate protections
- Compressed air systems can have water deposits creat-
ed by moisture condensation due to changes of atmos-
pheric conditions. If required, discharge deposits, as
instructed.
STARTING
- Do not
run
the engine
in
closed areas without proper
ventilation to remove deadly exhaust fumes.
- Do not place head, body, limbs, feet, hands or fingers,
near rotating fans or belts.
Be
especially alert near
pusher fans.
ENGINE
- Loosen the radiator cap very slowly, to release pressure
from the system, before removing it. All coolant level top-
ups must be performed with engine OFF.
- Avoid that flammable materials touch exhaust parts.
Should this be possible, provide the necessary protec-
tions.
- Do not
run
engine when refuelling and use care if the
engine is hot due to the increased possibility of a fire if
fuel is spilled.
- Never attempt to check or adjust fan belts when engine
is
running.
- Do not adjust engine fuel pump when machine is mov-
ing.
- Do not lubricate the machine with engine running.
- Do not
run
the engine with air intakes, door or protections
open.
VI
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Disconnect batteries prior to any intervention
on
ma-
chine or electrical system (cleaning, repair, mainte-
nance).
- Should booster batteries be used, remember to connect
both ends of the booster cables
in
the proper manner(+)
with(+)
and(-)
with(-). Avoid short-circuits of the termi-
nals. Follow thoroughly the instructions of this Manual.
- Before any intervention, make sure that the main switch
isOFF.
- BATTERY GAS
IS
HIGHLY FLAMMABLE. Leave battery
box open to improve ventilation when recharging batter-
ies. Never check charge by placing metal objects across
the posts. Keep sparks or open flames away from batter-
ies.
Do
not smoke near battery to guard against the
possibility of causing an explosion.
- Before any intervention, make sure that there are no fuel
or electrolyte leakages; eliminate them before proceed-
ing with further work. When recharging batteries
in
closed ambients, make sure that there
is
appropriate
ventilation to prevent possible accidental explosions
due to the accumulation of gases generated during the
recharge.
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
- Fluid escaping under pressure from a very small hole
can be almost invisible and can have sufficient force to
penetrate the skin. Use a piece of cardboard or wood to
search for suspected pressure leaks. DO NOT USE
HANDS. If injured by escaping fluid, see a doctor at once.
Serious infection or reaction can develop
if
proper med-
ical treatment
is
not administered immediately.
- Stop the engine and release all pressures
in
the system
before removing panels, housings, plugs or covers.
-
In
case pressures must be measured, use instruments
of adequate capacity. Always follow the recommended
procedures.
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