2 SAFETY AND ACCIDENT PREVENTION
2.12 MHL360 E
For maintenance and repair jobs, observe
the following points as described in these
operating instructions:
- park the machine only on a solid and level
surface,
- set down the open work attachment care-
fully on the ground,
- release the pressure in the hydraulic sys-
tem,
h Chapter 7.1.3 Discharging residual
pressure in the hydraulic circuit
- move all operating levers to the neutral
gate and fold up the left armrest,
- turn off the diesel engine and remove the
ignition key.
Before any work takes place on the hydrau-
lic circuit, the pressure in the hydraulic sys-
tem and inside the tank must also be
released as described in these operating in-
structions.
Secure all loose parts on the machine.
Never put the machine into operation with-
out having first performed a thorough walk-
around inspection and checking whether
any safety signs are missing or illegible.
The manufacturer's approval must be ob-
tained before making any changes, addi-
tions or conversions to the machine that
could impair safety. This also applies to the
installation and adjustment of safety devices
and safety relief valves, as well as to any
welding work on load-bearing elements.
2.5.1 Avoiding crushing and burns
Do not work under the loading equipment
unless it is resting safely on the ground or is
fully supported.
Do not work underneath the cab or under-
neath the lift frame when the cab is raised
and not secured by a support sleeve.
Do not use any restraining devices such as
cables or chains that are damaged or do not
have sufficient carrying capacity. Wear
safety gloves when working with wire ropes.
Never use your fingers to align the holes
when working on the equipment. Use a
suitable stake instead.
Check that there are no hands or objects
that could be pulled into the fan when the
diesel engine is running. The fan can cause
severe injuries, eject or destroy objects, or
be damaged itself by these objects.
Close to the operating temperature, the en-
tire engine cooling system is hot and pres-
surized. Avoid touching parts that carry
coolant. There is a risk of burns.
Only check the coolant level if the cap of the
expansion container has cooled off enough
for you to hold it. Then turn the cover care-
fully to first release the excess pressure.
Close to the operating temperature, the en-
gine oil and hydraulic fluid are hot. Avoid
touching hot oil or parts carrying oil.
Wear protective goggles and protective
gloves when you are working on the battery.
Avoid sparks and naked flames.
Never allow a helper to guide the grab
manually.
Before performing any work in the engine
compartment, always use the supports pro-
vided to prevent the engine cover closing
unintentionally.
There is a risk of being crushed by the lift
frame due to the movement of the cab,
since the operator in the cab cannot see all
areas fully. The same kind of risk applies
when lowering the elevating cab in an
emergency using the ball valves provided.
h Chapter 5.1.3 Emergency lowering of
cab
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