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• While traveling with the machine loaded, do not
start with a jerk, stop suddenly or turn sharply on
curves so as to prevent the machine from shifting
on the truck bed.
PRECAUTIONS FOR
SERVICING THE MACHINE
SAFELY
• Before checking, adjusting, or cleaning the machine
parts, or leaving the machine, follow the following
items.
1. Set the parking brake.
2. Stop the engine.
3. Lower the bucket and attachment to the ground.
4. Release the hydraulic pressure in the hydraulic
system by operating the control levers.
(For details, see RELEASING THE PRESSURE
TRAPPED IN THE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM on
page 51)
5. Lock all control levers in neutral.
6. Remove the key.
• Never be under the machine while it is being lifted
with only the bucket. If servicing or checking
underneath, support it firmly with strong jackstands.
• Secure the articulated steering with the steering
frame lock.
• Keep clear of articulation area when servicing.
• When checking or servicing the electrical system,
disconnect the battery cables.
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SAFE OPERATION
• It is dangerous to drain oil or coolant and to replace
the filter just after stopping the engine. Wait for the
engine to cool.
• Do not allow an unauthorized person to service or
maintain the machine. Do not perform any work or
equipment that is not authorized. Do not try to do
any repairs that you do not understand. Follow the
Maintenance and Service procedures.
• Service or check the machine after it has
completely cooled off. Do not touch the muffler and
the radiator until they have cooled off.
• When you drive the connecting pins in or out, guard
against injury from flying pieces of metal. Use eye
or face protection.
• Safety covers, shields, and guards may not be
modified or removed.
• Always stop the engine before refueling. Keep
away from sparks and naked flames, while
refueling. Avoid fuel spills and overfilling the fuel
tank. Always refuel from properly grounded fuel
tank or system. Keep first aid kit and fire
extinguisher nearby at all times.
(1) Starter key
(2) Fuel tank cap
• Do not use or charge the refillable type battery if the
fluid level is below the "LOWER" (lower-limit-level)
mark.
Otherwise, the battery component parts may
prematurely deteriorate, which may shorten the
battery's service life or cause an explosion. Check
(3) Tank cap cover
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