Western HTS Mechanic's Manual page 5

SAFETY INFORMATION
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Improper installation and operation
could cause personal injury, and/
or equipment and property damage.
Read and understand labels and the
Owner's Manual before installing,
operating, or making adjustments.
WARNING
Lower blade when vehicle is
parked. Temperature changes
could change hydraulic
pressure, causing the blade to
drop unexpectedly or damaging
hydraulic components. Failure
to do this can result in serious
personal injury.
WARNING
Keep 8' clear of the blade when
it is being raised, lowered, or
angled. Do not stand between
the vehicle and blade or
directly in front of the blade.
If the blade hits or drops on
you, you could be seriously
injured.
Lit. No. 41467, Rev. 01
WARNING
Keep hands and feet clear of
the blade and A-frame when
attaching or detaching the
snowplow. Moving or falling
assemblies could cause
personal injury.
WARNING
Do not exceed GVWR or GAWR
including blade and ballast.
The rating label is found on
the driver-side vehicle door
cornerpost.
WARNING
To prevent accidental
movement of the blade,
always turn the control OFF
whenever the snowplow is not
in use. The power indicator
light will turn OFF.
WARNING
Remove blade assembly before
placing vehicle on hoist.
CAUTION
Refer to the current eMatch
selection system for minimum
vehicle recommendations and
ballast requirements.
HYDRAULIC SAFETY
WARNING
Hydraulic fl uid under pressure
can cause skin injection
injury. If you are injured by
hydraulic fl uid, get medical
attention immediately.
• Always inspect hydraulic
components and hoses before
using. Replace any damaged or
worn parts immediately.
• If you suspect a hose leak, DO
NOT use your hand to locate
it. Use a piece of cardboard or
wood.
FUSES
The WESTERN electrical and
®
hydraulic systems contain several
automotive-style fuses. If a problem
should occur and fuse replacement
is necessary, the replacement
fuse must be of the same type and
amperage rating as the original.
Installing a fuse with a higher rating
can damage the system and could
start a fi re. Fuse Replacement,
including fuse ratings and locations,
is located in the Maintenance section
of the Owner's Manual.
PERSONAL SAFETY
• Remove ignition key and put
the vehicle in PARK or in gear
to prevent others from starting
the vehicle during installation or
service.
• Wear only snug-fi tting clothing
while working on your vehicle or
snowplow.
• Do not wear jewelry or a necktie,
and secure long hair.
• Wear safety goggles to protect
your eyes from battery acid,
gasoline, dirt, and dust.
• Avoid touching hot surfaces such
as the engine, radiator, hoses,
and exhaust pipes.
• Always have a fi re extinguisher
rated BC handy, for fl ammable
liquids and electrical fi res.
FIRE AND EXPLOSION
WARNING
Gasoline is highly fl ammable
and gasoline vapor is explosive.
Never smoke while working on
vehicle. Keep all open fl ames
away from gasoline tank and
lines. Wipe up any spilled
gasoline immediately.
Be careful when using gasoline. Do
not use gasoline to clean parts. Store
only in approved containers away
from sources of heat or fl ame.
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