Zamboni 445 - Oils; Batteries

General Safety Practices
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Oils
• Hydraulic oil and its vapors are ammable and will ignite if they contact a
hot surface such as an exhaust pipe or manifold. A ash re can occur.
• Hot oil and components can cause personal injury. Do not allow hot oil or
components to contact the skin.
• At operating temperature, the hydraulic tank is hot and can be under pressure.
• Remove the hydraulic tank ller cap only after the machine has been stopped
and the ller cap is cool enough to remove with your bare hand.
• Remove the hydraulic tank ller cap slowly to relieve pressure.
Batteries
• Battery fumes may cause re or explosion. Battery acid can cause burns.
• Only trained and designated personnel should recharge or exchange batteries.
• Service, exchange and handle batteries only in authorized areas where proper
safety and ventilation facilities are provided (i.e. eye wash stand, showers,
etc.).
• Do not smoke, or expose battery to sparks or ame when checking, charging
or servicing battery. Keep chains and metallic tools away from the top of
the battery.
• Highly explosive gases are present and are especially hazardous toward the
end of the charging period as the battery approaches a full charge condition.
• Cover the top of the battery with plywood or other insulating material before
removing it from the machine.
• Do not add acid to a “wet” battery, add distilled water only.
• When preparing a dry charged battery for service, follow the battery
manufacturer’s instructions.
• Do not smoke in areas where batteries are charged or where ammable
materials are stored.
• Clean and tighten all electrical connections. Check daily for loose or frayed
electrical wires. Have all loose or frayed electrical wires tightened, repaired
or replaced before operating the Zamboni ice resurfacer.