jcb JS200 Service Manual page 18

Section 2
4 - 1
Maintenance Safety
! WARNING !
Soft Ground
A machine can sink into soft ground. Never work under a
machine on soft ground.
INT-3-2-4
! ! WARNING
Metal Splinters
You can be injured by flying metal splinters when driving
metal pins in or out. Use a soft faced hammer or drift to
remove and fit metal pins. Always wear safety glasses.
INT-3-1-3
! WARNING !
Communications
Bad communications can cause accidents. If two or more
people are working on the machine, make sure each is
aware of what the others are doing. Before starting the
engine, make sure the others are clear of the danger areas;
examples of danger areas are: the rotating blades and belt
on the engine, the attachments and linkages, and anywhere
beneath or behind the machine. People can be killed or
injured if these precautions are not taken.
INT-3-1-5
! WARNING !
Diesel Fuel
Diesel fuel is flammable; keep naked flames away from the
machine. Do not smoke while refuelling the machine or
working on the engine. Do not refuel with the engine
running. There could be a fire and injury if you do not follow
these precautions.
INT-3-2-2
! ! WARNING
Do not use petrol in this machine. Do not mix petrol with the
diesel fuel; in storage tanks the petrol will rise to the top and
form flammable vapours.
INT-3-1-6
! WARNING !
Oil is toxic. If you swallow any oil, do not induce vomiting,
seek medical advice. Used engine oil contains harmful
contaminants which can cause skin cancer. Do not handle
used engine oil more than necessary. Always use barrier
cream or wear gloves to prevent skin contact. Wash skin
contaminated with oil thoroughly in warm soapy water. Do
not use petrol, diesel fuel or paraffin to clean your skin.
INT-3-2-3
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Petrol
Oil
Care & Safety
If your machine is equipped with a fire extinguisher, make
sure it is checked regularly. Keep it in the operator's cab
until you need to use it.
Do not use water to put out a machine fire, you could spread
an oil fire or get a shock from an electrical fire. Use
carbondioxide, dry chemical or foam extinguishers. Contact
your nearest fire department as quickly as possible. Fire
fighters should use self-contained breathing apparatus.
INT-3-2-7/1
A battery with frozen electrolyte can explode if it is used or
charged. Do not use a machine with a frozen battery. To
help prevent the battery from freezing, keep the battery fully
charged.
INT-3-1-7
Batteries give off explosive gases. Keep flames and sparks
away from the battery. Do not smoke close to the battery.
Make sure there is good ventilation in closed areas where
batteries are being used or charged. Do not check the
battery charge by shorting the terminals with metal; use a
hydrometer or voltmeter.
INT-3-1-8
The machine is negatively earthed. Always connect the
negative pole of the battery to earth.
When connecting the battery, connect the earth (-) lead last.
When disconnecting the battery, disconnect the earth (-) lead
first.
INT-3-1-9
Understand the electrical circuit before connecting or
disconnecting an electrical component. A wrong connection
can cause injury and/or damage.
INT-3-1-4
Never use water or steam to clean inside the cab. The use
of water or steam could damage the on-board computer and
render the machine inoperable. Remove dirt using a brush
or damp cloth.
8-3-4-8
! WARNING !
Fires
! WARNING !
Battery
! WARNING !
Battery Gases
! WARNING !
Battery Terminals
! ! WARNING
Electrical Circuits
! CAUTION !
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