Section 3 - Maintenance
Routine Maintenance
Health and Safety
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Battery
!MWARNING
Batteries give off an explosive gas. Do not smoke
when handling or working on the battery. Keep the
battery away from sparks and flames.
Battery electrolyte contains sulphuric acid. It can burn
you if it touches your skin or eyes. Wear goggles.
Handle the battery carefully to prevent spillage. Keep
metallic items (watches, rings, zips etc) away from the
battery terminals. Such items could short the
terminals and burn you.
Set all switches in the cab to OFF before
disconnecting and connecting the battery. When
disconnecting the battery, take off the earth (-) lead
first.
Re-charge the battery away from the machine, in a well
ventilated area. Switch the charging circuit off before
connecting or disconnecting the battery. When you
have installed the battery in the machine, wait five
minutes before connecting it up.
When reconnecting, fit the positive (+) lead first.
First Aid - Electrolyte
Do the following if electrolyte:
GETS INTO YOUR EYES
Immediately flush with water for 15 minutes, always get
medical help.
IS SWALLOWED
Do not induce vomiting. Drink large quantities of water or
milk. Then drink milk of magnesia, beaten egg or
vegetable oil. Get medical help.
GETS ONTO YOUR SKIN
Flush with water, remove affected clothing. Cover burns
with a sterile dressing then get medical help.
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Warning Symbols
The following warning symbols may be found on the
battery.
!MCAUTION
Do not disconnect the battery while the engine is
running, otherwise the electrical circuits may be
damaged.
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Symbol Meaning
Keep away from children.
Shield eyes.
No smoking, no naked flames, no sparks.
Explosive Gas.
Battery acid.
Note operating instructions.
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