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Safety - Section 20
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Mounting And Dismounting
• Never jump on or off the machine. Never climb on
or off a machine while it is moving.
• When climbing on or off a machine, face the
machine and use the hand-hold and steps.
• Never hold any control levers when getting on or
off a machine.
• Always maintain three-point contact with the
hand-holds and steps to ensure that you support
yourself.
• When bringing tools up to the operating deck,
always pass them by hand or pull them up by
rope.
• If there is any oil, grease, or mud on the hand-
holds or steps, wipe them clean immediately.
Always keep these components clean. Repair
any damage and tighten any loose bolts.
• Use the handrails and steps marked by arrows in
the diagram below when getting on or off the
machine.
NOTE: Some trucks may be equipped with different
boarding equipment than shown in the figure below.
Fire Extinguishers And First Aid Kits
• Ensure fire extinguishers
are
accessible
and
proper usage techniques
are known.
• Provide a first aid kit at
the storage point.
• Know what to do in the event of a fire.
• Keep the phone numbers of persons you must
contact in case of an emergency on hand.
Precautions For High Temperature Fluids
• Immediately
after
operation,
engine
engine oil, and hydraulic oil are
at high temperatures and are
pressurized.
If
the
removed, the fluids drained, the
filters are replaced, etc., there is
danger of serious burns. Allow heat and pressure
to dissipate before performing such tasks and
follow proper procedures as outlined in the
service manual.
• To prevent hot coolant from spraying:
1. Stop the engine, and wait for the coolant tem-
perature to decrease.
2. Depress the pressure relief button on the radia-
tor cap.
3. Turn the radiator cap slowly to allow pressure to
dissipate.
• To prevent hot engine oil spray:
1. Stop the engine.
2. Wait for the oil temperature to cool down.
3. Turn the cap slowly to allow pressure to dissi-
pate.
Asbestos Dust Hazard Prevention
Asbestos dust is hazardous to
your health when inhaled. If you
handle
materials
containing
asbestos
fibers,
follow
guidelines below:
• Never use compressed air
for cleaning.
• Use water for cleaning and to control dust.
• Operate the machine or perform tasks with the
wind to your back, whenever possible.
• Use an approved respirator, when necessary.
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