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WARNING: Failure to follow these safety precautions
may lead to a serious accident.
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Immediately after operations are stopped, the engine coolant, engine oil, and hydraulic oil are at high
temperatures, and are still under pressure. Attempting to remove the cap, drain the oil or water, or replace the
filters may lead to serious burns. Always wait for the temperature to go down, and follow the specified
procedures when carrying out these operations.
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To prevent hot water from spurting out:
1) Turn engine off.
2) Allow water to cool.
3) Slowly loosen cap to relieve pressure before removing.
(When checking if the water temperature has gone down, put your hand near the
front face of the radiator and check the air temperature. Be careful not to touch the
radiator.)
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To prevent hot oil from spurting out:
1) Turn engine off.
2) Allow oil to cool.
3) Slowly loosen cap to relieve pressure before removing.
(When checking if the oil temperature has gone down, put your hand near the front face of the hydraulic tank
and check the air temperature. Be careful not to touch the hydraulic tank.)
ASBESTOS DUST HAZARD PREVENTION
Asbestos dust can be HAZARDOUS to your health if it is inhaled.
If you handle materials containing asbestos fibers. follow these guidelines as given below:
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NEVER use compressed air for cleaning.
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Use water for cleaning to keep down the dust.
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Operate the machine with the wind to your back, whenever possible.
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Use an approved respirator if necessary.
CRUSHING OR CUTTING PREVENTION
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Do not enter, or put your hand or arm or any other part of your body between movable parts such as between
the work equipment and cylinders, or between the machine and work equipment. If the work equipment is
operated, the clearance will change and this may lead to serious damage or personal injury.
FIRE EXTINGUISHER AND FIRST AID KIT
SAFETY
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