Fire Or Explosion Prevention - New Holland T4.75F Operator's Manual

Fire or explosion prevention

Remove all litter or debris from the machine each day;
especially check the engine area and exhaust system.
A spark or a naked light can cause the hydrogen in a
battery to explode. To prevent an explosion carry out
the following: •
• When disconnecting the battery cables, disconnect the
negative (−) cable first; when connecting the battery
cables, connect the negative (−) cable last.
• When connecting jumper cables to start the engine, use
the procedure shown in this manual (see Auxiliary Bat-
tery connections in this manual).
• Do not weld, grind or smoke near a battery. Sparks
from the electrical system or engine exhuast can cause
an explosion and fire. Before you operate the machine
in an area with flammable dust or vapors, use good
ventilation to remove the flammable dust or vapors.
• Do not short circuit the battery posts with metal items.
• Use nonflammable cleaning solvent to clean parts.
• Keep the cooling system clean and maintain the correct
coolant level.
• Make sure that you DO NOT store oily rags or other
flammable materials on the machine.
• Engine fuel can cause an explosion or fire. Do not fill
the fuel tank with the engine running, if you are near an
open fire, or if you are welding, smoking, etc.
• If the machine has an oil, fuel or hydraulic leak, always
repair the leak and clean the area before operating.
• Check the electrical system for loose connections or
frayed insulation.
2 - SAFETY INFORMATION
Fire Extinguisher
Only operate your tractor when an approved fire extin-
guisher is installed. The fire extinguisher designed loca-
tion is identified on your tractor with the decal shown in
the accompanying image.
NOTICE: Please ensure to install an appropriate and cer-
tified fire extinguisher.
Never alter its position or remove it.
Ensure to replace it or have it checked or refilled after
every usage and/or date of expiry according to manufac-
turer's maintenance prescriptions.
It is not intended for use on an out−of−control fire, such
as one which has reached the ceiling, or the operator ; it
is meant only to help you
To check if the extinguisher is still under pressure,proceed
as follows:
1. Unscrew the pressure gauge from the valve.
2. The needle will go from the green area to "0" in the red
area.
3. Rescrew the pressure gauge on the valve. The needle
will go from "0" in the red area to the green area.
• Operate the extinguisher from a safe distance.
• Pull the Pin at the top of the extinguisher.
• Aim at the base of the fire, not the flames.
• Squeeze the lever slowly. This will release the extin-
guishing agent; If the handle is released, the discharge
will stop.
• Sweep from side to side. Using a sweeping motion,
move the fire extinguisher back and forth until the fire
is completely out.
• Check for re-ignition of fire.
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