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Do not adjust the fuel pump when the machine is motion.
Do not lubricate the machine with the engine running.
Do not run the engine with air intakes, door or guards open.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Always disconnect the batteries prior to any work on the
machine or its electrical system (cleaning, repair,
maintenance).
Should booster batteries be used, remember to connect
ends of the booster cables in the proper manner: (+) to (+)
and (-) to (-). Do not short-circuit terminals. Thoroughly
follow instructions given in this Manual.
Before any intervention, make sure that the battery
isolator switch is off.
BATTERY GAS IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE. Leave the
battery compartment open during recharging to improve
ventilation. Never check battery charge by placing metal
objects across the posts. Keep sparks or open flames
away from batteries. Do not smoke near the battery to
prevent explosion hazard.
Before any work, make sure that there are no fuel or
electrolyte leakages. If any, correct prior to proceeding with
further work. Do not recharge batteries in confined spaces.
Ensure proper ventilation is provided to avoid accidental
explosions due to build-up of gas released during charg-
ing.
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
Pressure fluid escaping from a very small hole can be
almost invisible and still have sufficient force to penetrate
the skin. Always check any suspected pressure leaks
using a piece of cardboard or wood. DO NOT USE
HANDS. If injured by escaping fluid, obtain medical
attention immediately or serious infection or reaction may
develop.
Stop the engine and relieve all system pressure before
removing panels, housings, caps, plugs or covers.
Always use gauges of adequate capacity (end-of-scale
reading) and follow recommended procedures.
TOOLS
Always keep head, body, limbs, feet, or hands away from
bucket, blade, or ripper when in the raised position. Prior
to any intervention, install all safety devices according to
current regulations. In case the attachment is to be oper-
ated through the machine hydraulic system for mainte-
nance purposes, remember to do so only while sitting in the
Carefully read personal and machine SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (at the beginning of this manual)
SAFETY RULES
driver's seat. Make sure that no personnel is within the
machine operating range. Before operating the
attachment, alert personnel by sounding the horn and by
voice. Raise the attachment slowly.
Do not use the machine to transport loose objects, unless
proper devices to this purpose are provided.
Clutches and brakes of this machine as well as auxiliary
devices and attachments (such as drive cylinder or winch
control valves) should always be properly adjusted in
accordance with the instructions provided by the Manu-
facturer. Never perform adjustments with the engine
running, except when this is specifically required by the
relevant procedures.
TIRES AND WHEELS
Make sure that the tire inflation pressure corresponds to
specifications issued by the Manufacturer.
check inflation pressure.
Should pressure be changed, do this while staying on the
tire side and at a safe distance.
Pressure checks should always be carried out with the
machine unloaded and cold tires.
Never use reconditioned tire rims, since possible weldings,
incorrect heat-treatments or repairs
wheels and cause damages or failures.
Do not cut, nor weld rims with inflated tires installed.
The spare tire should be inflated only enough to keep the
rim components assembled. Remember that when not
installed on the disc, a tire inflated to maximum pressure
can explode.
Therefore, maximum care must be taken when handling a
fully inflated tire.
Before servicing tires, block all wheels, front and rear. After
jacking up the machine, block it in the raised position using
suitable stands conforming to current safety regulations.
Deflate the tire before removing objects from the tire tread.
Never inflate tires with flammable gas: explosions and
severe bodily injuries may result.
When starting your work shift, check for loose wheel or rim
bolts and brackets and retighten to correct torque.
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