7. PRECAUTIONS DURING 7.1 WARNING: 4 OPERATION BEFORE STARTING F f follow these safety precautions. safety, al oy always ENGiNE SAFETY AT WORKSITE Before starting operations, thoroughly check the area for any unusual conditions that could be dangerous. Check the terrain and condition of the ground ground to set. at the worksite, and determine the best and safest lf you need to operate on a road, protect pedestrians and cars by designating a person for worksite traffic duty or by installing fences and putting up No Entry signs around the worksite. lf water lines, gas lines, or high-voltage electrical lines may be buried under the worksite, contact each utility and identify their locations.
Be careful not to sever or damage any of these lines. Make sure that the exhaust gas is not directed at passing pedestrians or neighboring houses. -PREVENTION OF FIRE Thoroughly remove wood chips, leaves, paper and other flammable things accumulated on the engine compartment. They could cause a fire. Check fuel, lubrication, and hydraulic systems for leaks. Have any leaks repaired. Wipe up any excess oil, fuel or other flammable fluids. Check point — See “12.1.1 WALK-AROUND CHECK”. Be sure that a fire extinguisher is present at the inspection and maintenance point. A0055020 VENTILATION FOR ENCLOSED AREAS Exhaust fumes from the engine can kill.
If it is necessary to start the engine within an enclosed area, or you handle fuel, flushing oil, or paint, open the doors and windows to ensure that you provide adequate ventilation to prevent gas poisoning. If opening the doors and windows still does not provide adequate ventilation, set up fans. A0055060 1-6