SAFETY REGULATIONS 4
AXH1157-UK (ENG) L3500 L4700 F7000 [FPT S3A] 31
The engine, reduction gears and hydraulic system oil
heat up during vehicle use. The engine, rigid and
flexible piping and other components heat up.
Wait until all parts cool down before beginning
maintenance or repair work.
DANGER
Caution with pressurized fluids.
Fluids such as fuel or hydraulic oil under pressure
can penetrate the skin and eyes causing serious
injuries.
Avoid these dangers while repairing or carrying out
maintenance on the vehicle, discharging the pressures
(using the hydraulic levers of the distributors) before
disconnecting or repairing pipes and hydraulic parts.
Before restarting the engine, ensure that all
connections have been correctly tightened.
Use a piece of cardboard to check for any leaks; make
sure your hands and body are adequately protected
against pressurized fluids. Wear a face mask or
accident-prevention goggles to protect your eyes.
Should there be an accident, seek medical attention
immediately. Any fluids that penetrate the skin must
be removed surgically within a few hours to avoid
infections.
DANGER
Electrocution
All maintenance and/or adjustment interventions
on powered parts must be carried out only and
exclusively by qualified and adequately trained
personnel.
DANGER
Risk of slipping.
During on-site operations, the areas around the
equipment may have debris and liquid (oil, water,
etc.) that might make the floor slippery. Pay the
utmost attention.
DANGER
Risk of falling, tripping.
Pay the utmost attention when climbing in and
out from the vehicle.
DANGER
Crushing of hands and feet.
The presence of moving parts during functioning
can cause risks for the ground operators. During
vehicle movements, carefully check no
unauthorized person is within the required
moving area.
4.5.5 - Contact with dangerous
substances
• Wear the necessary protective clothing.
• Refer to the safety data sheet of the product used
and take appropriate precautionary measures
when using the product.
• Avoid contact with skin and eyes
– In case of contact with eyes: rinse them
thoroughly with plenty of water for a few
minutes keeping the eyelids open and seek
medical attention.
– Should any fluid come into contact with skin,
wash the area carefully, remove contaminated
clothing, and when skin is dry,apply
moisturizing cream. Consult a doctor if
necessary.
– In the event of inhalation, move away from
the contaminated area and go to a well-
ventilated location. Consult a doctor in the
event of respiratory problems.
– If swallowed: immediately contact a doctor,
showing the label or container. Do not induce
vomiting to avoid the risk of inhalation via
respiratory passageways.
4.6 - Storing dangerous liquids
DANGER
Flammable material danger.
All fuels, most lubricants and some anti-freezes
are inflammable.
Handle fuel with care, it is easily inflammable. If
fuel is ignited, there may be an explosion and/or
a fire.
WARNING
All fluids must be kept out of the reach of
children and incompetent persons.
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