General Safety Instructions - Combustion Engines; General Safety Instructions - Fuel, Lubricants And Coolants; Maintenance - Wacker Neuson WP Series Operator's Manual

4.8

General safety instructions - Combustion engines

The following notes must be observed:
Before starting work, check the engine to ensure there are no leaks and cracks in the fuel lines, tank
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and fuel cap.
Do not operate a defective engine. Replace damaged parts immediately.
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The pre-set engine speed may not be adjusted. This could lead to engine damage.
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Make sure that the exhaust system of the engine is free of debris. Fire hazard!
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Switch off the engine and allow to cool before refueling.
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Use the correct fuel type. The fuel may not be mixed with other liquids.
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Use clean filling aids for refueling. Do not spill fuel. Immediately wipe up any spilled fuel.
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The engine may not be started near spilled fuel. Explosion hazard!
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For operation in partially closed spaces, sufficient ventilation and aeration must be ensured. Do not
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inhale exhaust fumes. Risk of poisoning!
The engine surface and exhaust system can quickly become extremely hot. Risk of burns!
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NOTICE
This machine is equipped with a certified engine (e.g. EU type approval, EPA).
Adjusting the revolutions per minute (rpm) impacts the certification and the emissions. Settings for
this engine may only be carried out by a professional.
For more information, contact the engine manufacturer or your Wacker Neuson contact partner.
4.9 General safety instructions – fuel, lubricants and coolants
The following notes must be observed:
Always wear safety glasses and protective gloves when handling fuel, lubricants, and coolants. If
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hydraulic oil, fuel, oil, or coolant gets into your eyes, see a doctor immediately.
Avoid direct skin contact with fuel, lubricants and coolants. Immediately rinse skin with soap and
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water.
Do not eat or drink while working with fuel, lubricants and coolants
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Contaminated hydraulic oil or fuel from dirt or water can lead to premature wear or failure of the
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machine
Dispose of spilled fuel, lubricants and coolants according to the applicable provisions for
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environmental protection.
If fuel, lubricants and coolants escape from the machine, do not operate the machine any longer and
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have it repaired immediately by the Wacker Neuson contact partner.
4.10

Maintenance

The following notes must be observed:
This machine may not be maintained, repaired, adjusted or cleaned while switched on.
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Adhere to maintenance intervals.
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After each maintenance or repair, the safety devices on this machine must be reattached.
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Observe the maintenance schedule. Non-listed work must be taken over by the service department
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of the Wacker Neuson contact partner.
Immediately replace worn or damaged machine parts. Only use spare parts from Wacker Neuson.
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Keep the machine clean.
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Missing, damaged, or illegible safety warning labels should be replaced immediately. Safety stickers
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contain important information for the protection of the operator.
Maintenance jobs must be performed in a clean and dry vicinity (e.g. workshop).
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