Kubota XN12-8 Operation Manual page 35

Safety
Precautions for Maintenance
Keeping Away from Motion Parts
Keep away from all rotating and motion parts.
The entanglement of hands or tools into
rotating or moving parts will probably cause
accidents of serious injuries or even deaths.
The tools or other objects fallen or inserted into
the fan or fan belt will be crushed or cut. Never
throw or insert any object into fan or fan belt.
Secure Fixing of Machine and Possibly
Falling Parts
Before the maintenance or repairs beneath the
machine, lower all movable working devices
onto the ground or lowest position and fix the
tracks.
If it's necessary to operate beneath the lifted
machine or device, always fix by cushion
woods, jack, or other firm and stable supports.
Do not access the area beneath the machine or
working device before it's firmly supported.
This operation is especially important for the
hydraulic cylinder operations.
Fixing of Working Device
During the repairs and replacements of bucket
teeth or side teeth, to prevent the accidental
movement of machine, securely fix the working
device.
Steady Placement of Opened Engine Hood
and Cover
Before operations within the machine, please
securely fix the engine hood or machine hood.
Keep the engine hood or cover closed under
windy weather or while parking the machine on
a slope.
Placement of Heavy Weights at Steady Place
If it's necessary to place temporarily heavy
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