Safety - Section 20 OM2033 Page 20-6 General Safety When carrying out operations near high voltage cables, do not let anyone come close to the machine. BATTERY Check with the electricity company about the voltage of the cables before starting operations. BATTERY HAZARD PREVENTION Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid and can quickly burn the skin and eat holes in clothing. If you spill acid on yourself, immediately flush the area with water. WHEN DUMPING Before starting the dumping operation, check that there is no person or object behind the machine. Stop the machine in the correct position, and check again that there is no person or object behind the machine.
Give the determined signal, then slowly operate the dump body. If necessary, use blocks for the wheels or position a flagman. Battery acid could cause blindness if splashed into the eyes. If acid gets into the eyes, flush them immediately with large quantities of water and see a doctor at once. When carrying out dumping operations on slopes, the machine stability will become poor and there is danger that it may tip over. Always carry out such operations extremely carefully. If you accidentally drink acid, drink a large quantity of water or milk, beaten egg or vegetable oil. Call a doctor or poison prevention center immediately. Do not travel with the dump body raised.
WORKING ON LOOSE GROUND Avoid operating your machine too close to the edge of cliffs, overhangs, and deep ditches. If these areas collapse, your machine could fall or tip over and result in serious injury or death. Remember that the soil after heavy rain or blasting is weakened in these areas. When working with batteries ALWAYS wear safety glasses or goggles. Earth laid on the ground and the soil near ditches are loose. They can collapse under the weight or vibration of your machine. Batteries generate hydrogen gas. Hydrogen gas is very EXPLOSIVE, and is easily ignited with a small spark of flame.
When operating in places where there is danger of falling rocks or danger of the machine turning over, always install ROPS and a seat belt. Before working with batteries, stop the engine and turn the starting switch to the OFF position. Avoid short-circuiting the battery terminals through accidental contact with metallic objects, such as tools, across the terminals. WHEN LOADING Check that the surrounding area is safe, stop the machine in the correct loading position, then load the body uniformly. When removing or installing, check which is the positive (+) terminal and negative (-) terminal. Do not leave the operator's seat during the loading operation. Tighten the battery cap securely.
PARKING THE MACHINE Tighten the battery terminals securely. Loosened terminals can generate sparks and lead to an explosion. Choose a horizontal road surface to park the machine. If the machine has to be parked on a slope, always put blocks under all the wheels to prevent the machine from moving. When parking on public roads, provide fences and signs, such as flags or lights, on the machine to warn pedestrians and other vehicles. Be sure that the machine, flags, or lights do not obstruct the traffic. Before leaving the machine, lower the dump body fully, set the parking lever to the PARKING position, stop the engine, then lock everything. Always take the key with you.