Lubrication and Servicing
8-3
Lubrication And Servicing
Do not allow unauthorized personnel to service or maintain this
machine. Study the operations manual and maintenance manual
before starting, operating or servicing this machine. Always follow
procedures and safety precautions detailed in the maintenance
manual.
Always attach a 'DO NOT OPERATE' or similar warning sign to
ignition switch or a control and lockout before cleaning, lubricating or
servicing the machine.
Never allow anyone to work on the machine while it is moving. Make
sure no one is on the machine before working on it.
Do not work under or near an unblocked or unsupported body. Always
use the body safety prop. The body prop must only be used when the
body is empty.
Do not work under or near any unblocked or unsupported linkage,
part or machine.
Always shut the machine down in accordance with the procedure
described in 'Stopping The Engine', within Section 4. Turn off the
master switch before cleaning, lubricating or servicing the machine
except as called for in this manual or maintenance manual.
Always install the steering lock bar before adjusting or servicing the
machine with the engine running. Refer to 'General' safety section in
Chapter 2.
Always relieve all pressure before servicing any pressurized system.
Follow the procedures and safety precautions detailed in the relevant
maintenance manual section.
Escaping fluids under pressure can penetrate your skin.
When changing oil in the engine, transmission and hydraulic systems,
or removing hydraulic lines, remember that the oil may be hot and can
cause burns to unprotected skin.
When working on or around exhaust components, remember that the
components may be hot and can cause burns to unprotected skin.
Always deflate tyre before attempting to remove any embedded
objects or removing the tyre and rim assembly from the machine.
Always use a self-attaching chuck with a long airline and stand to one
side while the tyre is inflating. Refer to Section 160-0050, Wheel Rim
and Tyre in the maintenance manual.
When working around battery area, keep all flames and sparks
away from batteries.
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