Ferris IS600z series Operator's Manual page 9

• Only authorized service locations should be utilized for
major service and repair requirements.
• Never attempt to make major repairs on this unit unless you
have been properly trained. Improper service procedures
can result in hazardous operation, equipment damage and
voiding of manufacturer's warranty.
• Units with hydraulic pumps, hoses, or motors: WARNING:
Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure may have sufficient
force to penetrate skin and cause serious injury. If foreign
fluid is injected into the skin it must be surgically removed
within a few hours by a doctor familiar with this form of injury
or gangrene may result. Keep body and hands away from
pin holes or nozzles that eject hydraulic fluid under high
pressure. Use paper or cardboard, and not hands, to search
for leaks. Make sure all hydraulic fluid connections are tight
and all hydraulic hoses and lines are in good condition
before applying pressure to the system. If leaks occur, have
the unit serviced immediately by your authorized dealer.
• WARNING: Stored energy device. Improper release of
springs can result in serious personal injury. Springs should
be removed by an authorized technician.
• Models equipped with an engine radiator: WARNING: Stored
energy device. To prevent serious bodily injury from hot
coolant or steam blow-out, never attempt to remove the
radiator cap while the engine is running. Stop the engine
and wait until it is cool. Even then, use extreme care when
removing the cap.
Roll Bar Instructions
For models equipped with factory-installed Roll Over Protection
System (ROPS).
WARNING
In order to avoid serious injury or death from roll over, it is
important to follow the warnings listed below.
Operational Warnings
• Always use the seat belt when the roll bar is in position.
• Check for overhead clearances before driving under any
objects. Do not allow roll bar to contact low overhanging
obstacles such as tree branches and guide wires.
• Never remove the roll bar from the vehicle.
• Do not exceed the machine weight rating of the roll bar.
• Read and follow all of the instructions shown below
regarding the inspection and maintenance of the roll bar
structure and the seat belt.
Inspection of the Roll Bar Protective Structure
WARNING
Failure to properly inspect and maintain the ROLL BAR
protective structure can cause serious injury or death.
A ROLL BAR, like any other safety device, needs to be
periodically inspected to verify that the integrity of the device
has not been compromised through normal machine use,
misuse, age degradation, modifications, or a roll over.
To maintain operator roll over protection and roll bar
effectiveness:
• If a ROLL BAR becomes damaged for any reason, such as
a collision, roll over or impact, the ROLL BAR must be
replaced. Small undetectable cracks can reduce the
effectiveness of the ROLL BAR. Never weld, straighten, or
repair the ROLL BAR.
• Never alter the ROLL BAR by welding anything to it or by
drilling additional holes.
• BEFORE FIRST TIME USE - Inspect the ROLL BAR
structure and mounting hardware for:
1) Check to make sure the machine GVW (Gross Vehicle
Weight), including attachments, restrained payload, fuel
and operator, is not in excess of the maximum weight
specified on the ROLL BAR label.
2) Make sure there isn't any missing, damaged, or loose
mounting hardware.
3) Make sure the ROLL BAR has been correctly and
completely installed.
• EVERY 100 HOURS - Inspect the ROLL BAR structure and
mounting hardware for:
1) Any cracks in the structure (structural members and/or
welds).
2) Significant corrosion on any part of the ROLL BAR
structure or hardware.
3) Missing, damaged, or loose mounting hardware
4) Mounting hardware that is of a grade lesser than
specified.
5) Machine GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight), including
attachments, restrained payload, fuel and operator, in
excess of the maximum weight specified on the ROLL BAR
label.
6) Any modifications that have been made, such as
unauthorized welds and holes.
7) Any permanent deformation or twisting of the ROLL BAR
structure.
8) That the ROLL BAR label is still in place and is readable.
9) That the ROLL BAR on-product warning labels are still
on the ROLL BAR and are readable.
• If there is any doubt as to the condition of the ROLL BAR,
remove the machine from service and contact your dealer
for assistance.
Inspection and Maintenance of the Roll Bar Seat
Belt
WARNING
Failure to properly inspect and maintain the seat belt can
cause serious injury or death.
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