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Do not try to start the engine using an unsuitable booster cable as it
may result in an explosion and serious injury.
Only use the booster cable to start the engine in a ventilated open
space, as starting the engine with a booster cable may generate inflam-
mable gas.
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When hydraulic equipment and piping are overheated, inflammable gas
or airborne particles may explode.
Make sure to protect and insulate such parts to prevent overheating.
(3) Corrective Actions Before and After a Fire
In the event of a fire in the machine, the top priority should be the safety of the operator and workers in
the work area.
In the event of a fire at a level that does not endanger the operator or workers, the following actions
should be taken:
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Move the machine well away from any inflammable materials (e.g., fuel, engine oil, clothes, and
bits of wood) and adjacent buildings.
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If the engine is running, it may cause a persistent fire. Stop the engine without delay.
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In the event of an electric short, disconnect the batteries to eliminate the main ignition source.
In the event of an electricity leak resulting from damage to the power wiring caused by fire, discon-
nect the batteries to eliminate the secondary ignition source.
If a fire becomes too large to control, assess the
following risks:
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If the machine is mounted with wheels, the tires
may be subject to a risk of combustion and ex-
plosion, and high-temperature particles may
splash into the air.
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The tank, accumulator, hose and fitting may
burst into flames, splashing fuel and scattering
particles throughout the surrounding area.
If you have to handle a machine that has been
damaged by fire or one that is exposed to excessively high heat after extinguishing a fire, take the
following precautions:
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Wear thick protective gloves and protective
goggles.
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Never touch any materials left after combustion
with your bare hands.
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Avoid contact with melted polymer materials
(e.g., plastics).
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