CHAPTER
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SAFETY INFORMATION
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1.5.11 TIRE IFORMATION
1.5.11.1 Explosion of air inflated tires have resulted from heat-induced gas combusion inside the
tires. explosion can be caused by heat that is generated by welding ,by heating rim components, by
external fire.
1.5.11.2 A tire explosion is much more violent than a blowout. the explosion can propel the tire ,
the rim components , and the axle components as far as 500m or more from the machine. Both the force
of explosion and the flying debris can cause damage to buildings, and personal injury, or death.
1.5.11.3 Do not approach a hot tire. Do not use water or calcium as a ballast for the tires. Dry
nitrogen gas is recommened for inflation of tires. To avoid overinflation, special nitrogen inflation
equipment and training in the usage of equpment are necessary. A tire blowout or arim failure can result
from improper equipment or from misused equipment.
1.5.11.4 When you inflate a tire, stand behind the tread and use a spare chuck.
1.5.11.5 servicing tire and rims can be dangerous. only trained personnel that use proper tools
and proper rocedures should perform this maintenance. if correct procedures are not used for servicing
tires and rims, the assemblies could burst with explosive force. this explosive force can cause serious
personal injury or death.
1.5.12 LIGHTENING INJURY PREVENTION
1.5.12.1 When the lightening is striking in the neighbourhood of the machine, the operator should
never perform the following procedures:
1.5.12.2 Mount the machine.
1.5.12.3 Dismount the machine.
1.5.12.4 When the lightening is striking, if you are in the cab , do not leave the cab. If you are on
the ground, stay away from the vicinity of the machine.
1.5.13 ENGINE STARTING
1.5.13.1 If a warning label is attached to the engine start switch or controls , do not start the engine
or move any controls.
1.5.13.2 Before starting the engine, move all the handle joystick to NEUTRAL position.
1.5.13.3 Diesel engine exhaust contains products of combusion which are harmful to your health.
Always operate the engine in a well ventilated area. if you are in an enclosed area, vent the exhaust to
the outside.
1.5.14 UP AND DOWN THE MACHE SATELY
1.5.14.1 Before mounting the machine, clear the stairs and railings. Check stairs and railings. Do
all necessary repairs.
1.5.14.2 Face to the machine when up and down the machine. Keep a three-point contact with
steps and handrails.
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