General Safety Information - New Holland LS160 Workshop Manual

GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION

HANDLE FLUIDS SAFELY
When you work around fuel or other flammable
material, do not smoke, work near heaters or other
fire hazards.
Do not store flammable material in open containers.
Store flammable fluids away from fire hazards.
Do not incinerate or
containers.
Make sure machine is clean of trash, grease, oil, and
debris.
Do not store oily rags; they can ignite and burn
spontaneously.
Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy.
Keep emergency numbers for doctors, ambulance
service, hospital, and fire department near your
telephone.
USE CARE AROUND HIGH-PRESSURE FLUID
LINES
Escaping fluid under pressure can penetrate the skin
causing serious injury.
Avoid the hazard by relieving pressure before
disconnecting hydraulic or other lines.
Tighten all line connections before applying
pressure.
Check for leaks with a piece of cardboard.
Protect hands and body from high-pressure fluids.
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If an accident occurs, see a doctor immediately. Any
fluid injected into the skin must be surgically removed
within a few hours or gangrene may result. Doctors
unfamiliar with this type of injury should reference a
knowledgeable medical source.
AVOID HEATING NEAR PRESSURIZED FLUID
LINES
Flammable spray can be generated by heating near
pressurized fluid lines, resulting in severe burns to
yourself and bystanders.
Do not heat by welding, soldering, or using a torch
near pressurized fluid lines.
Pressurized lines can be accidentally cut or
damaged when heat goes beyond the immediate
flame area.
USE CARE IN HANDLING AND SERVICING
BATTERIES
Prevent Battery Explosions
Keep sparks, lighted matches, and open flame away
from the top of the battery. Battery gas can explode.
Never check battery charge by placing a metal object
across the posts. Use a voltmeter or hydrometer.
Do not charge a frozen battery; it may explode. Warm
the battery to 60° F (16° C).
WARNING
If any servicing or adjustments require the
battery to be disconnected, or welding is
required on the skid steer, disconnect the (–)
negative ground cable. Failure to disconnect the
battery may result in damage to the eic
(electronic instrument
system and other electrical components.
WARNING
If welding on an attachment is required, first
remove the attachment from the skid steer boom
attaching plate.
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