LeeBoy 3000C - Page 13

• Always wear personal protective equipment, including
appropriate clothing, gloves, work shoes, and
protection for eyes and ears, as required by the task
at hand.
Explosion Hazard
While the engine is running or the battery is
charging, hydrogen gas is being produced
and can be easily ignited. Keep the area
around the battery well-ventilated and keep
sparks, open ame, and any other form of
ignition out of the area.
• Always disconnect the negative (-) battery cable
before servicing the force feed loader.
• DO NOT start the engine by shorting the starter circuit
or any other starting method not stated in this manual.
Only use the starting procedure as described in this
manual to start the engine.
• Never charge a frozen battery. Always slowly warm the
battery to room temperature before charging.
Fire and Explosion Hazard
• Diesel fuel is ammable and explosive under certain
conditions.
• Never use a shop rag to catch fuel.
• Wipe up all spills immediately.
• Never refuel with the engine running.
• Store any containers containing fuel in a well-
ventilated area, away from any combustibles or
sources of ignition.
Fire Hazard
Have appropriate safety equipment
available. Have all re extinguishers
checked periodically for proper operation
and/or readiness.
• Keep a charged re extinguisher within reach when
working in an environment where a re may occur.
• Always read and follow safety-related precautions
found on containers of hazardous substances
like parts cleaners, primers, sealants and sealant
removers.
Entanglement/Sever Hazard
Verify there are no people, obstacles or
other equipment near the machine before
starting the engine. Sound the horn as a
warning before starting the engine.
If the engine must be serviced while it is
operating, Remove all jewelry and tie back
long hair before operating or servicing the
machine.
• Keep hands, other body parts, and clothing away
from moving/rotating parts.
• Always stop the engine before beginning service.
Before maintenance, remove negative battery cable
from battery post to ensure vehicle is not operated
during maintenance.
• Verify that all guards and covers are properly attached
before starting the engine. Do not start the engine if
any guards or covers are not properly installed on the
force feed loader.
• If you must run the engine during maintenance
procedures, make sure you have a helper to keep
bystanders clear of the force feed loader and make
observations of moving parts as requested by the
operator.
• Always turn the start switch to the OFF position after
operation is complete and remove the key from the
switch. Keep the key in your possession when the
force feed loader is not operating.
• Attach a “Do Not Operate” tag near the key switch
while performing maintenance on the equipment.
• Never operate the engine while wearing a headset to
listen to a radio or music because it will be difcult to
hear the warning signals.
• Always start the engine and operate the controls while
seated in the operators seat.
Alcohol and Drug Hazard
Never operate the machine while under the
inuence of alcohol, drugs, or when ill.
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