2�7 Hydraulic Safety; 2�8 Storage Safety; 2�9 Refuelling Safety; 2�10 Tire Safety - Wallenstein WX510 Operator's Manual

2.7 HYDRAULIC SAFETY
1� Make sure that all the components in the hy-
draulic system are kept in good condition and
are clean�
2� replace any worn, cut, abraded, flattened or
crimped hoses and metal lines�
3� Stop engine or motor, disconnect spark plug
wire or unplug power cord, and wait for all
moving parts to stop before servicing, adjust-
ing, repairing or cleaning�
4� Do not attempt any makeshift repairs to the
hydraulic lines, fittings or hoses by using
tapes, clamps or cements� The hydraulic sys-
tem operates under extremely high-pressure�
Such repairs will fail suddenly and create a
hazardous and unsafe condition�
5� Wear proper hand and
eye protection when
searching for a high-
pressure hydraulic leak�
Use a piece of wood or
cardboard as a backstop
instead of hands to iso-
late and identify a leak�
6� If injured by a concentrated high-pressure
stream of hydraulic fluid, seek medical atten-
tion immediately� Serious infection or toxic
reaction can develop from hydraulic fluid
piercing the skin surface�
7� Before applying pressure to the system, make
sure all components are tight and that lines,
hoses and couplings are not damaged�
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2.8 STORAGE SAFETY
1� Store the unit in an area away from human
activity�
2� Do not permit children to play on or around the
stored machine�
3� Store the unit in a dry, level area� Support the
frame with planks if required�
2.9 REFUELLING SAFETY
1� Handle fuel with care� It is highly flammable�
2� Allow engine to cool for 5 minutes before refu-
elling� Clean up spilled fuel before restarting
engine�
3� Do not refuel the machine while smoking or
when near open flame or sparks�
4� Fill fuel tank outdoors�
5� Prevent fires by keeping
machine clean of accu-
mulated trash, grease and
debris�
2.10 TIRE SAFETY
1� Failure to follow proper procedures when
mounting a tire on a wheel or rim can produce
an explosion which may result in serious injury
or death�
2� Do not attempt to mount a tire unless you have
the proper equipment and experience to do the
job�
3� Have a qualified tire dealer or repair service
perform required tire maintenance�
4� When replacing worn tires, make sure they
meet the original tire specifications� Never
undersize�