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FIRE PREVENTION CHECKLIST (FIG. 36)
• Remove debris such as rags,coal dust, oil,leaves,
pine needles.
• Check and repair fuel and hydraulic leaks.
• Check and repair damaged wiring.
• Prevent hose and electrical wire harness
abrasion.
• Tighten loose clamps and fittings.
• Secure loose wiring.
• Make sure guards and protective covers are
in place.
• Make sure fire extinguisher is available and
operable.
PERFORM MAINTENANCE SAFELY
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REFUELING (FIG. 37)
Precautions
When refueling,the following precautions must be
followed:
• Add proper type and grade of fuel only when
machine is not running and machine is parked with
no one in the cab.
• Fuel in a well-ventilated area.
• Turn off all electrical switches.
• Turn off cab heaters.
• Open lights, lighted smoking materials, flames,or
spark producing devices shall be kept at a safe
distance while refueling.
• Keep fuel nozzle in contact with tank being filled,
or provide a ground to prevent static sparks from
igniting fuel.
• Do not spill fuel on hot surfaces.
• Any spillage shall be cleaned immediately.
• Do not start engine until fuel cap is secured to
the fuel tank and people are clear of the machine.
• ALWAYS make sure fuel,oil, hydraulic fluid and water
are added to their proper tanks.
PERFORM MAINTENANCE SAFELY
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