Fire Prevention Measures - Hitachi EH1100-3 Workshop Manual

FIRE PREVENTION MEASURES

Fire prevention
manufacturer should be maintained in operational
condition and should be used to supplement
operator's fire prevention efforts. In no case should
the features be used or assumed as replacement
for diligent operator efforts at preventing fires.
Keep the work place clean. Oil and water on the
floor makes it slippery and dangerous around
electrical equipment or electrically powered tools.
Oily clothes are a serious fire hazard.
Keep the rigid dump truck and all equipment free of
dirt and oil. This will decrease possible fire hazards
and make it easier to find loose or defective parts.
This is especially important when working with
combustible materials.
Rigid dump trucks should be clean of debris
particularly around the engine, exhaust, and drive
shaft components. Keep the rigid dump truck extra
clean when working in a sensitive environment.
NOTE: If a high-pressure jet is used for cleaning,
take great care as the insulation of
electrical wires can become damaged
even at moderately high pressure and
temperature. Protect electrical wires in a
suitable way.
Gasoline is highly flammable and should never be
used as a cleaning fluid. Use an approved solvent
for cleaning.
Some solvents can cause skin rashes and or fire
dangers. Do not inhale solvent vapors.
Store flammable starting aids in a designated cool,
well-ventilated location. Identify location to others
with appropriate signage marked "Flammable"
following local regulations.
Smoking, open flames, etc. should not be permitted
around any rigid dump truck during fueling
operations and/or when the fuel system is open to
the atmosphere.
Prior to welding or brazing on any part of the rigid
dump truck, the part and the surrounding area
should be cleaned and a fire extinguisher should be
made readily available.
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE / Safety
features provided by the
SA-24
SA-019
SA-028