GENERAL PRECAUTIONS SAFETY WARNING: For reasons of safety, always follow these safety precautions. G Tighten all fuel and oil caps securely. G Refuelling and oiling should be carried out in well ventilated areas. G Keep oil and fuel in a secure place and do not allow unautho- rised persons to enter. PRECAUTIONS WHEN HANDLING AT HIGH TEMPERA- TURES G Immediately after operations are stopped, the engine coolant, engine oil, and hydraulic oil are at high temperatures, and are still under pressure. Attempting to remove the cap, drain the oil or water, or replace the filters may lead to serious burns.
Always wait for the temperature to go down, and follow the specified procedures when carrying out these operations. G To prevent hot water from spurting out: 1. Turn engine off. 2. Allow water to cool. 3. Slowly loosen cap to relieve pressure before removing. G To prevent hot oil from spurting out: 1. Turn engine off. 2. Allow oil to cool. 3. Slowly loosen cap to relieve pressure before removing. MACHINES FITTED WITH WHEELS Never perform any repair work or modifications to wheel rims while the tyres are fitted, and never apply heat in the vicinity on the tyres 18