hitachi — Hitachi ZX14-3/ZX16-3/ZX18-3/ZX27-3 Hydraulic Excavator Operator's Manual

SAFETY Park Machine Safely Unless the machine is correctly parked, any hazardous situations such as running away of the machine or damage by vandalism may result, causing the machine to operate unsafely when the engine is restarted. Follow instructions described below when parking the machine. Park the machine on solid level surface to prevent the machine from running away. Lower the bucket and/or blade to the ground. Pull the lock lever to the LOCK position. Run the engine at slow idle speed without load for 5 minutes. Turn key switch to OFF to stop engine. Remove the key from the key switch. Before leaving the machine, close all windows, roof vent, and cab door.

Lock all access doors and compartments. SA-1306 Handle Fluids Safely−Avoid Fires Handle fuel with care; it is highly flammable. If fuel ignites, an explosion and/or a fire may occur, possibly resulting in serious injury or death. Do not refuel the machine while smoking or when near open flame or sparks. Always stop the engine before refueling the machine. Fill the fuel tank outdoors. All fuels, most lubricants, and some coolants are flammable. Store flammable fluids well away from fire hazards. Do not incinerate or puncture pressurized containers. Do not store oily rags; they can ignite and burn spontaneously. SA-018 SA-019 S-19