Additional Safety Hazards; Battery Safety - Mec Crossover Series Operator's Manual

Crossover Series

Additional Safety Hazards

Explosion and Fire Hazards
Damaged Machine Hazards
Bodily Injury Hazards
Weld Line to Platform Safety (if equipped)

Battery Safety

Burn Hazards
Explosion Hazard
Electrocution Hazard
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Crossover Series
DO NOT operate the machine in hazardous locations or locations where potentially flammable
or explosive gasses or particles may be present.
Conduct a thorough pre-start inspection of the machine and test all functions before each work
shift to check for damage, malfunction and unauthorized modification. Tag and remove a
damaged, malfunctioning or modified machine from service. DO NOT use a damaged,
malfunctioning or modified machine.
Routine maintenance must be performed by the operator before each work shift. Scheduled
maintenance must be performed by a qualified service technician at scheduled intervals. Tag
and remove from service any machine that has not had scheduled preventative maintenance
performed.
Check that all safety and instructional decals are in place and undamaged.
Check that the operator's, safety and responsibilities manuals are present in the storage
container located in the platform. All manuals must be complete, undamaged and readable.
DO NOT operate the machine when there is a hydraulic fluid or air leak. Hydraulic fluid or air
under pressure can penetrate and/or burn skin.
All compartments must remain closed and secure during machine operation. Improper
contact with components under any cover will cause serious injury. Only trained maintenance
personnel should access compartments. The operator should only access a compartment when
performing pre-operation inspection.
Read, understand and follow all warnings and instructions provided with the welding power
unit.
Do not connect weld leads or cables unless the welding power unit is turned off at the platform
controls.
DO NOT operate unless the weld cables are properly connected.
DO NOT connect the ground lead to the platform.
Batteries contain acid. Always wear protective clothing and eye wear when working with
batteries.
Avoid spilling or contacting battery acid. Neutralize battery acid spills with baking soda and
water.
Keep sparks, flame and lighted tobacco away from batteries. Batteries emit explosive gas.
Avoid contact with electrical terminals.
Safety
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