Kubota RTV520 Operator's Manual page 13

• Do not smoke when working around battery or
when refueling. Keep all sparks and flames away
from battery and fuel tank. The battery presents
an explosive hazard, because it gives off hydrogen
and oxygen especially when recharging.
• Before "Jump starting" a dead battery, read and
follow all of the instructions. (See JUMP STARTING
on page 29.)
• Keep first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy at all
times.
• Disconnect the battery's ground cable before
working on or near electric components.
• To avoid the possibility of battery explosion, do not
use or charge the refillable type battery if the fluid
level is below the [LOWER] (lower limit level) mark.
Check the fluid level regularly and add distilled
water as required so that the fluid level is between
the [UPPER] and [LOWER] marks.
• To avoid sparks from an accidental short circuit,
always disconnect the battery's ground cable (-)
first and reconnect it last.
(1) Battery
• Do not remove radiator cap while coolant is hot.
When cool, slowly rotate cap to the first stop and
allow sufficient time for excess pressure to escape
before removing the cap completely. If the vehicle
has a coolant recovery tank, add coolant or water
to the tank, not the radiator. (See Checking coolant
level on page 57.)
• Do not attempt to mount a tire on a rim. This should
be done by a qualified person with the proper
equipment.
• Always maintain the correct tire pressure. Do not
inflate tires above the recommended pressure
shown in the operator's manual.
RTV520
SAFE OPERATION
• Securely support the vehicle when changing
wheels.
• Make sure that wheel bolts have been tightened to
the specified torque.
• Do not work under any hydraulically supported
devices. They can settle, suddenly leak down,
or be accidentally lowered. If it is necessary to
work under the vehicle or any vehicle elements for
servicing or adjustment, securely support them with
stands or suitable blocking beforehand.
• Escaping hydraulic fluid under pressure has
sufficient force to penetrate skin causing serious
personal injury. Before disconnecting hydraulic
lines, be sure to release all residual pressure.
Before applying pressure to the hydraulic system,
make sure that all connections are tight and that all
lines, pipes, and hoses are free of damage.
"High pressure fluid - Injection into body" hazard
warning.
• Fluid escaping from pinholes may be invisible. Do
not use hands to search for suspected leaks; use a
piece of cardboard or wood. Use of safety goggles
or other eye protection is also highly recommended.
If injured by escaping fluid, see a medical doctor
at once. This fluid will produce gangrene or severe
allergic reaction.
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