Kubota KX033-4 Operator's Manual page 14

6 SAFE OPERATION
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9. Oil under high pressure can penetrate the skin and
may be harmful to your health if not treated
immediately.
10. Leaking hydraulic fluid has enough pressure to
penetrate the skin and cause serious injuries.
Leakages from pin holes can be totally invisible. Do
not use hands for checking for leaks. Always use a
piece of wood or
recommended that you use a face mask or eye
protection.
Should injuries occur with leaking hydraulic fluid,
contact a doctor immediately. This fluid can cause
gangrene or serious allergic reactions.
11. To avoid environmental damage from acid and heavy
metals, dispose of the battery appropriately.
12. Observe all laws and regulations concerning the
disposal of used oil, coolants, solvents, hydraulic
fluids, battery acids and batteries.
13. To avoid fire, do not heat the hydraulic components
(tanks, pipes, hoses, cylinders) before they have been
drained and washed.
14. Use eye protection or a face mask to protect the eyes
and respiratory system against dust and other foreign
particles.
cardboard. It is strongly
15. Securely support excavator with stands or suitable
blocking before working underneath. For your safety,
do not work under any hydraulically supported
devices. They can settle, suddenly leak down, or be
accidentally lowered.
16. Do not dismantle the spring of the track tensioner. If
dismantling is necessary, contact your KUBOTA
dealer where the machine was purchased, or
competent service shop. The assembly must be done
according to the KUBOTA work shop manual (W.S.M.)
for the product involved.
17. When lifting the machine itself with an attachment,
place a safety block or safety post to prevent the
machine from rolling over. Keep the pilot control lock
lever in the "LOCKED" position.
18. Inspect ROPS / OPG (Top Guard Level I) for damage
and if damage is found contact your KUBOTA dealer
for repair.
19. KUBOTA does not
components and recommends against the use of such
components.
Components containing asbestos should be handled
in accordance with applicable regulations and industry
practice.
20. Fire prevention
Excavator and some attachments have components
that are at high temperatures under normal operating
conditions. The primary source of high temperatures is
the engine and exhaust system. The electrical system,
if damaged or incorrectly maintained, can be a source
of arcing or sparks.
The following fire prevention guidelines will help to
keep your equipment up and running efficiently and
keep the risk of fire to a minimum.
A Blow off all accumulated debris near hot engine
exhaust components such as turbocharger and
exhaust manifold as well as exhaust pipes and muffler
more frequently when working in severe conditions.
A Clean out all accumulated flammable debris such as
leaves, straw, pine needles, branches, bark, small
wood chips and any other combustible materials from
inside the machine belly pans or lower unit structures
as well as from area in proximity to the engine.
use asbestos containing