ABI Attachments ABI Force Z-23 Owner's Manual page 11

Safety Guards & Covers
Safety is a primary concern in the design and manufacturing
of all ABI Attachments, Inc. products. Our extensive efforts
to provide safe equipment can be negated by a single
careless act by the operator. In addition to the design and
configuration of the ABI Force, hazard control and accidents
are also dependent upon the awareness and knowledge
of the operator, along with proper maintenance of the ABI
Force. The best safety device is an informed and careful
operator.
Safety guards are mounted around the engine and in front
of the operator. These guards are designed to protect the
operator, along with the ABI Force. Removing these guards
could cause injury to an operator and could void the ABI
Force warranty. Remove these guards ONLY when the unit is
turned off, the parking brake is applied, and all attachments
are resting on the ground.
WARNING!
Hydraulics may move even without
engine running.
•
Never perform maintenance on the ABI Force when
children are present.
• Never allow anyone near the operation controls while
performing service or maintenance to the ABI Force.
• Keep the engine area of the ABI Force free of accumulate
debris, fuel, or excess grease and oil build up to prevent
fire hazard.
• Periodically check all hardware on the ABI Force. Ensure
that all hardware is present and tight to ensure the ABI
Force is in safe operating condition. Replace any damaged
or missing hardware prior to operating the ABI Force.
• Never perform maintenance on the ABI Force while
parking brake is disengaged.
Hydraulic Devices & Systems
Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure may have sufficient
force to penetrate skin and cause serious injury. If foreign
fluid is injected into the skin or eyes, seek immediate
medical attention.
WARNING!
Keep body and hands away from
pinholes or nozzles that could inject hydraulic
fluid under high pressure. Use paper or cardboard,
not your hands, to search for leaks! Wear gloves
and safety glasses.
Safely relieve all pressure in the system before performing
any work on the system, and make sure that:
•
The ignition switch is OFF
•
The key is removed
•
The engine spark plug wires are removed
•
All connections to the negative terminal of the battery are
removed
•
The parking brake is set
•
All bypass valves, if so equipped, are open
•
Hydraulic controls are actuated to release pressure on
pumps, cylinders, etc. If "float" positions are available, they
should be used.
After the above operations are completed, it should be safe
to begin disconnecting the lines or components. It is still a
good idea to cover the connection with a cloth shield and
then gently loosen connections.
WARNING!
connections are tight and all hydraulic hoses
and lines are in good condition before applying
pressure to the system.
Storage Safety Rules
•
Never store the ABI Force in an area accessible by children.
Always remove the keys before storage.
• Never store the ABI Force with fuel inside the tank inside a
building where fumes could reach an open flame or spark.
• Allow the ABI Force engine to cool before storing in an
enclosed area.
•
Lubricate all moving parts of the ABI Force to prevent rust
during long periods of storage.
•
Before storing remove all accumulated debris from the ABI
Force and all attachments.
Note:
Throughout this manual, Left and Right, front and
back are determined by someone in the operators position.
11
Make sure all hydraulic fluid