SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR MAINTENANCE
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q Turn the battery isolator switch to the OFF position.
In the following events, follow the switch-off procedure as described below.
First turn the starting switch to the OFF position, wait at least 3 minutes, then turn off the battery isolator dis-
connect switch before:
q Storing the machine for one or more months;
q Repairing electrical systems;
q Performing electric welding;
q Handling batteries; or
q Replacing fuses or fusible links
q Danger of sparks
There is hazard that sparks will be generated, so always observe the following.
q Do not let tools or other metal objects make any contact between the battery cables. Do not leave tools
lying around near the battery.
q When removing the battery cables, first turn the starting switch to the OFF position, wait for at least 3
minutes, then turn off the battery isolator switch. Then begin the cable removal at the ground (negative “-“)
cable side. When installing the battery cables, be sure to begin with the positive (+) cable side and finish at
the ground cable side. Tighten the battery cable terminals securely.
q Secure the battery firmly in the specified position.
PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING HAMMER
When using a hammer, pins may fly out or metal particles may
be scattered. This may lead to serious personal injury or
death. Always do as follows.
q When hitting pins or bucket teeth, there is a hazard that
broken pieces might be sent flying and injure people in the
surrounding area. Always check that there is no one in the
surrounding area.
q If hard metal parts such as pins, bucket teeth, cutting
edges, or bearings are hit with a hammer, there is a hazard
that pieces might be scattered and cause serious personal
injury or death. Always wear safety glasses and gloves.
q If the pin is hit with strong force, there is a hazard that it
may fly out and injure people in the surrounding area. Do
not allow anyone to enter the surrounding area.
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