2 Safety
Safe handling of operating media
Safe handling of operating
media
The following operating media are used in this
truck:
• Gear oill
• Hydraulic oil
• Battery acid
The handling of these materials is governed
by comprehensive safety regulations. The
most important points include:
For gear and hydraulic oil
DANGER
Danger to life or danger of injury from hydraulic fluid
escaping under pressure.
If hydraulic fluid escapes under pressure, for ex-
ample from a damaged pipe or through leaks in
a component, it can easily penetrate the skin. By
poisoning the surrounding tissue this can lead to
the loss of the affected body part or even to death.
Even if such injuries do not feel particularly painful
or serious, a doctor must be consulted immediately.
The cause of the injury must be described exactly
and the treatment started promptly.
ENVIRONMENT NOTE
• Oils pose a threat to the water supply, and
must accordingly always be transported
and collected in regulation containers.
• Do not spill oil. Bind any spillages using
suitable materials..
• Takecaretodispose
of oil-containing
wastes correctly.
• Dispose of used oil correctly.
Personal protective gear
• Avoid all skin contact. Pay particular at-
tention to prevent contact with oil emerging
under pressure (hose breakage, leaks).
• Do not breathe in oil mi
st.
• If it is not possible to avoid contact with oils,
personal protective gear such as protective
gloves, protective goggles etc. must be
worn.
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212 804 3001 EN - 02/2017
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