Proper Tools Use only tools suited to the task. Using damaged, low quality, faulty, or makeshift tools could cause personal injury. There is a danger that pieces from, chisels with crushed heads, or hammers, may get into your eyes and cause blindness. HDO1037L Figure 32 Use of Lighting When checking fuel, oil, battery electrolyte, or window washing fluid, always use lighting with antiexplosion specifications. If such lighting equipment is not used, there is a danger of an explosion. If work is carried out in dark places without using lighting, it may lead to injury, so always use proper lighting. Even if the place is dark, never use a lighter or flame instead of lighting.
There is a danger of fire. There is also danger that battery gas may catch fire and cause an explosion. HDO1040L Figure 33 Fire Prevention and Explosion Prevention All fuels, most lubricants and some coolant mixtures are flammable. Leaking fuel or fuel that is spilled onto hot surfaces or onto electrical components can cause a fire. Store all fuels and all lubricants in properly marked containers and away from all unauthorized persons. Store oily rags and other flammable material in a protective container. Do not smoke while you refuel the machine or while you are in a refueling area. HDO1015I Figure 34 Do not smoke in battery charging areas or in areas that contain flammable material.
Clean all electrical connections and tighten all electrical connections. Check the electrical wires daily for wires that are loose or frayed. Tighten all lose electrical wires before you operate the machine. Repair all frayed electrical wires before you operate the machine. Remove all flammable materials before they accumulate on the machine. Do not weld on pipes or on tubes that contain flammable fluids. Do not flame cut on pipes or on tubes that contain flammable fluids. Before you weld on pipes or on tubes or before you flame cut on pipes or on tubes, clean the pipes or tubes thoroughly with a nonflammable solvent. OP001759 1-35 Safety