General Safety Information - New Holland L865 Repair Manual

SECTION 1 - GENERAL INFORMATION
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 puncture pressurized
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.
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.
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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.
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.