AWARNING: Failure to follow these safety precautions may lead to a serious accident. 8. PRECAUTIONS FOR MAINTENANCE KEEP THE MACHINE CLEAN l Spilled oil or grease,or scattered tools or broken pieces are dangerous because they may cause you to slip or trip. Always keep your machine clean and tidy. l If water gets into the electrical system, there is danger that the machine may not move or may move unexpectedly. Do not use water or steam to clean the sensors, connectors, or the inside of the oper- ator’s compartment. STOPPING THE ENGINE BEFORE SERVICE l Stop the engine before servicing the machine whenever possible.
If the engine must be run during service, such as when cleaning the radiator, do it with another person in the operator’s seat so that he can stop the engine if necessary. l When servicing the machine with the engine running, ALWAYS move the SAFETY LOCK LEVER to the LOCK position. NEVER move any controls you do not need to operate. When servicing the machine, be careful not to touch any moving part or to get your clothes caught. 1-17