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2. HEALTH & SAFETY
Safety Precautions
PRACTICE SAFE MAINTENANCE
Understand service procedure before doing work. Keep area clean
and dry.
Never lubricate, service or adjust machine while it is moving.
Keep hands, feet, and clothing from power-driven parts. Disengage
all power and operate controls to relieve pressure. Lower
equipment to the ground. Stop the engine. Remove the key. Allow
machine to cool.
Securely support any machine elements that must be raised for
service work.
Keep all parts in good condition and properly installed. Fix
damage immediately. Replace worn or broken parts. Remove any
buildup of grease, oil, or debris.
Disconnect battery ground cable (-) before making adjustments on
electrical systems or welding on machine.
PREPARE FOR EMERGENCIES
Be prepared if a fire starts.
Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy.
Keep emergency numbers for doctors, ambulance service,
hospital, and fire department near your telephone.
WEAR PROTECTIVE CLOTHING
Wear close fitting clothing and safety equipment appropriate to
the job.
Prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause impairment or loss of
hearing.
Wear a suitable hearing protective device such as earmuffs or
earplugs to protect against objectionable or uncomfortable loud
noises.
Operating equipment safely requires the full attention of the
operator. Do not wear radio or music headphones while
operating machine.
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