GENERAL SAFETY RULES SAFETY NOTES To ensure that machines entrusted to Authorised Service Centres for repair or overhaul continue to function correctly, it is very important that all repair work is carried out in the prescribed manner. The procedures for checks and repairs indicated in this manual are safe and effective. Some of the operations described require the use of special tools and equipment: these tools have been designed for a specific purpose and may ordered directly from the Manufacturers. DO NOT USE MAKESHIFT TOOLS; not only is there is risk of personal injury, but such tools are rarely suited to the purpose for which they are used.
To prevent injury to operators, the symbols and are used in this manual to indicate the safety precautions required. The warnings accompanying these symbols must always be ad- hered to carefully. In potentially hazardous situations, always give priority to personal safety and take the necessary actions to eliminate the danger. GENERAL SAFETY RULES 1 - Even if you have a thorough knowledge of the machine as regards its com- ponents, operation and controls, always take particular care when carrying out the following operations. Remember that the machine you are working on is in need of repair or overhaul and consequently may not always be- have as expected.
2 - Before starting work, clean the machine thoroughly to remove all mud, dust and road dirt. Also clean the cab to remove all traces of oil, snow and ice from the access steps and grab rails. 3 - When climbing up to or down from the cab, always ensure you maintain three points of contact at a time (foot or handholds) in order to keep your balance and prevent accidental falls. 4 - Always take special care when carrying out fault diagnosis operations; these operations often require two persons, who must never stand in front of the wheels when the engine is running.
5 - When carrying out checks and repairs, wear close-fitting clothing, safety goggles and protective gloves that are suitable for the task (cleaning, draining fluids, repairs). When working near moving parts, long hair should be gathered up and se- cured safely under a cap to prevent the risk of entanglement and sever in- jury. 6 - Do not allow anyone who is not directly involved in the work to come near the machine; ensure that they remain at a safe distance. 7 - Keep well clear of moving parts; when the engine is running, some moving parts are not easily visible and therefore present a risk of entanglement, even if protected by safety guards.
8 - Ensure that the area is well ventilated before starting the engine in order to avoid the formation of dangerous concentrations of toxic gases; always connect suitable fume extraction equipment to the exhaust pipe. 00-3