SECTION 2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Page 8 2.4. MAINTENANCE Trained personnel in machine operation and their helpers only are allowed to take the operator' s seat while doing maintenance or repairs on a machine. Authorized personnel only is allowed to control, maintain or repair a machine. Do not hasten. It may cause accidents. Put objects onto a machine standing on the level ground before you climb on the machine. Loosen the radiator cap slowly to relieve all pressure in the system and use caution when removing the cap to prevent possible injury. Have all equipment resting on the ground or blocked before removing any hydraulic component.
Actuate the control levers in opposite directions to relieve all pressure from the system. Never work beneath a blade or ripper without proper blocking. Improper blocking could result in serious injuries. When service or maintenance requires access to areas that cannot be reached from the ground, use a ladder or platform. If such ladders or platforms are not available, use the machine’s hand holds and steps provided. Perform all service or maintenance carefully. Use only approved parts for repairs and maintenance shown in your parts catalog. Failure to do so could compromise your personal safety and machine’s performance and reliability. Never align holes with fingers or hands.
Use a proper aligning tool. Be sure all tools are in good condition. Do not use tools which are worn, bent or have mushroomed heads. Use the proper tool for the job. Remove sharp edges and burrs from reworked parts. For field service, move the machine to the level ground, if possible and block the tracks. If work is absolutely necessary on an incline, block the machine and its attachments securely. Move the machine to the level ground, as soon as possible. Before working on a machine, turn OFF the electric system master switch and take the key out so no one will start it unexpectedly.
Do not carry loose objects in your pockets that might catch on the machine or fall unnoticed into open compartments. Before working on any part of the engine or electric system, disconnect the battery ground cable. Tag the cable and all controls to alert personnel that work is in progress. When it is necessary to make any checks or adjustments with the engine running, always use two people. One trained person must be in the operator's seat to safeguard the second person making the checks or adjustments. As an additional precaution, when making checks or adjustments with the engine running, make sure the transmission shift lever is locked in neutral (N), and the parking brake is locked.
Never stand on the tracks or near the blade while the engine is running. TD-25H DRESSTA