OM2036 06/06 Safety - Section 20 Page 20-11 Precautions With The Battery When repairing the electrical system, or when arc welding, remove the negative (-) terminal of the battery to stop the flow of current. Maintenance Near High Temperatures And High Pressures Immediately after stopping, the engine coolant and operating oils are at high temperature and may be pressurized. In these conditions, opening the system or replacing the filters, may result in burns or other injury. Wait for the temperature to cool and the pressure to subside before servicing. Handling High-Pressure Hoses DO NOT bend or hit high-pressure hoses. DO NOT use bent or cracked piping, tubes, or hoses.
They may burst during use. Rotating Fan And Belts Keep a safe distance from rotating parts, such as the radiator fan and fan belts. Repair any loose or broken hoses. Fuel and/or oil leaks may result in a fire. Precautions With High-Pressure Oil Serious bodily injury may result from direct or indirect contact with rotating parts and flying objects. Hydraulic circuits may be pressurized. Ensure that all pressure is released before loosening hydraulic fittings or hoses. DO NOT service a system before completely releasing the internal pressure. Waste Materials DO NOT dump oil or other harmful fluids into a sewer system, rivers, etc.
Obey appropriate laws and regulations when disposing of harmful objects, such as oil, fuel, coolant, solvent, filters, batteries, and others. Small, high-pressure pinhole leaks are extremely dangerous. The jet of high-pressure oil can pierce the skin and eyes. Wear safety glasses and thick gloves. Use a piece of cardboard or a sheet of wood to check for oil leakage. Drain fluids from your machine into the appropriate containers. DO NOT drain fluids directly onto the ground.