Case CX145C SR Operator's Manual page 23

• Clean the machine regularly. Accumulations of grease,
dirt and debris can cause injuries or damage the ma-
chine.
• Periodically inspect the fastening of the main compo-
nents, as part of the machine maintenance programme:
counterweight, turntable bearing and operator's com-
partment. In the event of problems, consult your CASE
CONSTRUCTION Dealer.
• If the accumulator is not functioning correctly, consult
your CASE CONSTRUCTION Dealer. Never try to
carry out any servicing operation on the accumulator. If
this instruction is not followed serious injury can result.
• The accumulator is charged with nitrogen under high
pressure. Do not weld or allow flames to come near to
the accumulator.
• There is high pressure fuel in the feed pipe when the en-
gine is running and immediately after it has been shut
down. Wait for 2 minutes after engine shut down be-
fore you do any maintenance or inspections to allow
the pressure to drop in the pipe.
• The Diesel Particulate Diffuser (DPD) and the exhaust
gas from the exhaust system are extremely hot while
the engine is running, during DPD regeneration and im-
mediately after driving. Be careful not to inadvertently
touch them. Otherwise, you could get burned.
• High-voltage is charged to the controller and/or to the
injector while the engine is running and immediately
after it has been shut down.
Do not touch the controller or the injector.
If it is necessary to touch them for maintenance pur-
poses, consult your CASE CONSTRUCTION Dealer.
Quick coupler (optional)
• Every day, check that the locking bar functions correctly
and that it is not fouled by foreign matter. Clean the
locking system if necessary.
Preventing fires or explosions
• Engine fuel can cause an explosion or a fire.
Never refuel when the engine is running.
Never smoke while refuelling.
Take all necessary safety measures when welding,
grinding or working near a flame.
• When flammable materials such as plants, dry grasses
and paper waste are present near the machine, they
can be the cause of a fire.
• Always use a non-inflammable solvent for cleaning
parts.
• A spark or a light can cause the hydrogen in a battery to
explode. To avoid all risk of explosion, be sure to follow
the instructions below:
When disconnecting battery cables, always disconnect
the negative cable (-) first.
When connecting battery cables, always connect the
negative cable (-) last.
2 - SAFETY INFORMATION
Never short-circuit the battery terminals with metal ob-
jects.
Do not weld, grind or smoke near the batteries.
• Before performing maintenance for the electrical sys-
tems or electric welding, always place the key of the
battery master switch in "O" (Off) position (if equipped)
or disconnect the negative (-) terminal of the batteries,
in order to cut off the electric circuit.
• Always store batteries in a safe place, out of the reach
of children.
• Sparks can fly from the electrical system or the engine
exhaust. Before running the machine in an area where
there may be inflammable gasses, make sure there is
adequate ventilation.
• If possible, make sure there is a fire extinguisher (not
supplied) within easy reach on board the machine.
Make sure the fire extinguisher is regularly serviced in
conformity with the manufacturer's instructions.
• Clean the machine regularly, removing all debris and
inflammable material.
• Make sure there are no leaks and replace any damaged
hoses, lines or connectors. After any repair work, clean
the machine before operating.
Prevention of burns
• The electrolyte in the batteries can cause serious
burns.
contact with skin, eyes and clothing.
Antidote:
External: rinse thoroughly with water and remove
soiled clothes.
Internal: do not induce vomiting. Rinse the mouth out
with water. Seek medical advice.
Eyes: rinse thoroughly with water for 15 minutes and
seek medical advice.
• When battery electrolyte freezes it can explode if you
try to charge the battery or start up the engine with a
booster battery. To prevent the electrolyte from freez-
ing, always keep the battery fully charged.
• The battery produces explosive gases. Keep all naked
flames, sparks and cigarettes away. Ensure adequate
ventilation when charging batteries or when using in a
confined place. Always protect your eyes when work-
ing near the battery.
• Boiling coolant solution can spray out if the radiator cap
is removed while the system is still hot. Before remov-
ing the cap, let the system cool down and then turn
the cap to its first notch, waiting until all pressure is re-
leased. Then remove the cap.
• Never touch battery terminals with the hands as elec-
trolysis can take place within the human body and dam-
age vital organs.
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The battery contains sulphuric acid. Avoid