PRECAUTIONS FOR MAINTENANCE SAFETY
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PROPER TOOLS
Always use the correct tools and handle them properly. Using
damaged or deformed tools or using tools for the wrong pur-
pose may cause injury.
SELECTION WORK PLACE FOR MAINTENANCE
When selecting the place to carry out inspection and maintenance, use flat firm ground that is safe for the opera-
tion, with no danger of landslide, falling rocks, or flooding.
STOP ENGINE BEFORE CARRYING OUT INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
q Always stop the machine before performing any inspection
and maintenance.
q Lower the work equipment to the ground and stop the
engine.
q Operate work equipment lock lever (1) and parking brake
lever (2) to the LOCK (L) position.
q Use chocks to immobilize the track shoes.