Safety Prevent Fires Handle Fuel Safely: Store flammable fluids away from fire hazards. Never refuel machine while smoking or when near sparks or flame. T133552 –UN–14SEP00 Clean Machine Regularly: Keep trash, debris, grease and oil from accumulating in engine compartment, around fuel lines, hydraulic lines, exhaust components, and electrical wiring. Never store oily rags or flammable materials inside a machine compartment. T133553 –UN–07SEP00 Maintain Hoses and Wiring: Replace hydraulic hoses immediately if they begin to leak, and clean up any oil spills. Examine electrical wiring and connectors frequently for damage. Keep A Fire Extinguisher Available:
Always keep a multipurpose fire extinguisher on or near the machine. Know how to use extinguisher properly. T133554 –UN–07SEP00 TX03679,00016F5 –19–14APR08–1/1 Prevent Battery Explosions Battery gas can explode. Keep sparks, lighted matches, and open flame away from the top of battery. Never check battery charge by placing a metal object across the posts. Use a voltmeter or hydrometer. TS204 –UN–23AUG88 Do not charge a frozen battery; it may explode. Warm battery to 16 ° C (60 ° F). TX03679,000174A –19–03JAN07–1/1 TM2362 (25JUN08) 00-01-4 450DLC Excavator Repair 062508 PN=12 00 01 4 Beware of Exhaust Fumes Prevent asphyxiation. Engine exhaust fumes can cause sickness or death.
–UN–24AUG00 If you must operate in an enclosed space, provide adequate ventilation. Use an exhaust pipe extension to remove the exhaust fumes or open doors and windows to T133546 bring outside air into the area. TX03679,00016D4 –19–03JAN07–1/1