Operations Manual United Kingdom 1-October-2013
TA9 & 10 Tier 4 Page 8 - 1
Emergency Operating Procedures 8
8 Emergency Operating Procedures
In the event of an emergency or system failure try and place the machine in a position of safety
or in a safe condition.
Once the machine has been rendered safe the start key and battery isolator key must be
removed to prevent start up and a warning tag placed in a prominent position warning others not
to use the machine.
The fault or failure must be rectified before the machine is put back into use.
8.1 Running Out of Fuel on a Slope
8.2 “Jump Starting” a Machine
It is possible to connect a slave battery to boost a discharged battery on the machine - Refer to
figure 8.1. When doing so you must wear the correct protective clothing, gloves and a face shield
- see Safety Section in this manual.
Observe the following points:-
• The discharged battery must not be frozen.
• The slave battery must be of the same nominal voltage as the discharged battery.
• The “jumper” cables are of sufficient capacity to carry the starting current.
It is necessary to remove the floor plate to gain access to the battery - see Battery Access in
Maintenance section.
PROCEDURE
1. If Possible place the machine across the slope in a safe position.
2. Apply parking brake.
3. Chock or block the wheels.
4. Re-fuel the machine.
bDANGER
It is essential to avoid sparks when connecting cables to a discharged battery because the
battery generates inflammable gases and may pose a fire risk.
If the battery is frozen it may explode if the machine is “jump started” and the engine run.
NEVER jump start a frozen battery.
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