MacDon M2170 Operator's Manual page 49

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High-pressure hydraulic fluid hazard

To prevent serious injury, gangrene, or death:

• Hydraulic fluid emitted from a pinhole leak can easily

puncture skin. Hydraulic oil penetrating the skin can result in

serious injury, gangrene, or death.

• Do NOT approach hydraulic oil leaks.

• Do NOT use any part of your body to check for oil leaks.

• Relieve the pressure in the hydraulic system before you

loosen any fittings.

• If hydraulic oil penetrates the skin, seek emergency medical

help. Immediate surgery is required to remove the oil which

has penetrated the skin to prevent the occurrence of

Run-over hazard

To prevent machine runaway:

• Do NOT start the engine in gear. Starting in gear can kill.

• Do NOT start the engine by shorting across the starter or the

starter relay terminals. The machine can start with the drive

engaged and move if the starting circuitry is bypassed.

• Start the engine only from the operator's seat. Do NOT try

to start the engine with someone under or near the

Battery explosion hazard

To prevent serious bodily injury caused by explosive

battery gases:

• Keep sparks and flames away from the battery.

• Refer to the operator's manual for the battery boosting and

charging procedures.

Figure 1.39: MD #166832

Figure 1.40: MD #166834

Figure 1.41: MD #166835

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