SAFETY
AB18EJ&18HJ Maintenance Manual 1-11 © Oct 2020
BATTERY HAZARD
• Be sure to read and follow the
rocomendations given by the
battery manufacturor regarding
how to correctly use and maintain
the battery.
• Always wear protective glasses or
goggles and protective clothing
when working with batteries.
Remove all rings, watches and
other accessories.
CHEMICAL BURN HAZARD
Avoid spilling or contacting battery
acid with unprotected skin. Seek
medical attention immediately if
battery acid contacts skin.
BATTERY HAZARD
• Only the properly trained
personnel authorized by the
workplace are allowed to remove
the battery from the machine.
• Before replacing the battery, be
sure to identify the appropriate
number of personnel and the
lifting method.
• During the assembling or
disassembling process, never use
the battery in a forciable manner,
and never allow the battery to fall
off.
• Never directly short-circuit the
battery outputs with electrical
cords.
• Should the battery acid spill out,
use bicarbonate (baking soda)
mixed with water to neutralize the
acid.
• Never store the battery in water or
humid atomosphere.
• Daily check the battery cable for
damage, and replace any
damaged parts before operating
the machine.
NOTICE
After charging the battery, be sure that:
• The battery cable connections are free of
corrosion.
• The battery hold-down and cable connections are
secured.
Adding terminal protection and anti-corrosion
sealants will help reduce corrosion of the battery
terminals and cables.
HYDRAULIC HAZARDS
BURN AND SPRAY HAZARDS
• When the hydraulic system is hot,
do not touch to avoid severe skin
burn.
• After the machine shutdown,
thoroughly clean the spilled
hydraulic oil. Do not throw the oil
on the ground. Once the
maintenance and repair is
complete, immediately clean any
oil on the skin, Dispose of the
used oil as per the governing laws
and regulations.
• Do not use your hand to block the
hydraulic leaks. If the leakage
occurs, please first release the
system pressure and maintain
only after the hydraulic oil cools
down. If any injury is caused by
the spray of hydraulic oil, go to
the doctor immediately, otherwise
severe complication may develop.
WELDING AND POLISHING
REQUIREMENTS
Before welding, grinding and polishing operations,
always ensure you read and understand all operation
and maintenance requirements in this manual and the
Maintenance Manual.