AGT -SSFM81 Product Manual page 18

Handling safety
Safely Checking for Hydraulic Leaks
WARNING:
There is significant risk of injection from the high pressure spray at hydraulic leaks
The tremendous energy used to operate the machine and attachments can be stored in
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the hydraulic system even when the machine engine is off.
Very serious injuries from hydraulic fluid injection can seem insignificant at first. Often it
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can seem
like a pin prick or tingling, but later it may require amputation.
ARE
OFTEN INVISIBLE.
Hydraulic system injuries can include:
Burns from hot fluid
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Injection of hydraulic fluid
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Trauma from energized components or flailing lines
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DO
Always Lock Out Tag Out machine
controls before working on the machine or
attachment.
Always use the methods recommended
by the manufacturer to block loader arms and
other moving components to prevent
accidental movement.
Always use appropriate PPE (Personal
Protective Equipment) when working
on/around machinery.
Take an approved safety course related
to hydraulic systems. Local university
extension programs and equipment dealers
will offer training on hydraulic safety.
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parts,
to inspect for hydraulic leaks.
when the
machine has not been properly blocked,
locked out
and tagged out.
release
hydraulic pressure. Severe risk of injection.
components
when the system is pressurized.
depressurized.
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HIGH PRESSURE LEAKS
DO NOT
DO NOT use your hands, or other body
DO NOT position yourself in pinch points
DO NOT "crack" a hydraulic fifi tting to
DO NOT tighten or loosen hydraulic
DO NOT assume that the system is
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