Safety - Section 22 8/11 OM2221 Page 22-6 WELDING EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN This caution decal is placed near the battery disconnect switches on the side of the battery box to alert service technicians to always disconnect the battery charging alternator lead wire before making welding repairs. This decal is placed on the ground level engine shutdown switch, which is mounted on the right side of the front bumper structure. It specifies that this switch is for emergency shutdown only. In addition, always isolate electronic control components and disconnect the positive and negative battery cables of the vehicle. Failure to do so may seriously damage the battery and electrical equipment.
Always fasten the welding machine ground (-) lead to the piece being welded. The grounding clamp must be attached as near as possible to the weld area . Never allow welding current to pass through ball bearings, roller bearings, suspensions, or hydraulic cylinders. Always avoid laying welding cables over or near the vehicle electrical harnesses. Welding voltage could be induced into the electrical harness and possibly cause damage to components. LIFTING POINT This page illustrates a decal which is placed on deck mounted cabinets, housings, and structures that must be lifted from specific points in order to safely move them.
If any of these decals is damaged or defaced so it is no longer legible, it should be replaced immediately.