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Maintenance Safety (cont'd)
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WARNING
Oil
Oil is toxic. If you swallow any oil, do not induce vomiting,
seek medical advice. Used engine oil contains harmful
contaminants which can cause skin cancer. Do not handle
used engine oil more than necessary. Always use barrier
cream or wear gloves to prevent skin contact. Wash skin
contaminated with oil thoroughly in warm soapy water. Do
not use petrol, diesel fuel or paraffin to clean your skin.
INT-3-2-3
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WARNING
Soft Ground
A machine can sink into soft ground. Never work under a
machine on soft ground.
INT-3-2-4
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WARNING
Tyres and Rims
Over-inflated or over-heated tyres can explode. Follow the
instructions in this manual for inflating the tyres. Do not weld
or cut rims. Get a tyre/wheel specialist to do any repair work.
INT-3-2-6
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WARNING
Fires
If your machine is equipped with a fire extinguisher, make
sure it is checked regularly. Keep it in the operator's cab until
you need to use it. Do not use water to put out a machine
fire, you could spread an oil fire or get a shock from an
electrical fire. Use carbon dioxide, dry chemical or foam
extinguishers. Contact your nearest fire department as
quickly as possible. Firefighters should use self-contained
breathing apparatus.
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WARNING
Hot Coolant
The cooling system is pressurised when the engine is hot.
Hot coolant can spray out when you remove the radiator cap.
Let the system cool before removing the radiator cap. To
remove the cap; turn it to the first notch and let the steam
pressure escape, then remove the cap.
INT-3-2-9
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CAUTION
Rams
The efficiency of the rams will be affected if they are not kept
free of solidified dirt. Clean dirt from around the rams
regularly. When leaving or parking the machine, close all
rams if possible to reduce the risk of weather corrosion.
INT-3-2-10
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CAUTION
Cleaning
Cleaning metal parts with incorrect solvents can cause
corrosion. Use only recommended cleaning agents and
solvents.
INT-3-2-11
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CAUTION
'O' rings, Seals and Gaskets
Badly fitted, damaged or rotted 'O' rings, seals and gaskets
can cause leakages and possible accidents. Renew
whenever disturbed unless otherwise instructed. Do not use
Trichloroethane or paint thinners near 'O' rings and seals.
INT-3-2-12
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WARNING
Hydraulic Hoses
Damaged hoses can cause fatal accidents. Inspect the
hoses regularly for:
Damaged end fittings
Chafed outer covers
Ballooned outer covers
Kinked or crushed hoses
Embedded armouring in outer covers
Displaced end fittings.
INT-3-3-2
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WARNING
Always wear safety glasses when dismantling assemblies
containing components under pressure from springs. This will
protect against eye injury from components accidentally
flying out.
GEN-6-2
Section 2 Care and Safety
9803/8500
Section 2
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