SAFETY PRECAUTION DURING OPERATION WARNING: Failure to follow these safety precautions may lead to a serious accident. After loading, block the machine wheels and secure the machine with tie-downs. Loading and unloading, see “TRANSPORTATION” on page 147. SHIPPING When shipping the machine on a hauling vehicle, obey all state and local laws governing the weight, width, and length of a load. Also obey all applicable traffic regulations. Determine the shipping route while taking into account the width, height and weight of the load. BATTERY BATTERY HAZARD PREVENTION Battery electrolyte contains sulphuric acid and can quickly burn the skin and eat holes in clothing.
If you spill acid on yourself, immediately flush the area with water. 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. If you accidentally drink acid, drink a large quantity of water or milk, beaten egg or vegetable oil. Call a doctor or poison pre- vention centre immediately. When working with batteries. ALWAYS wear safety glasses or goggles. Batteries generate hydrogen gas. Hydrogen gas is very EXPLOSIVE, and is easily ignited with a small spark or flame. 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 termi- nals. When removing or installing, check which is the positive (+) terminal and negative (-) terminal. Tighten the battery cap securely. Tighten the battery terminals securely. Loosened terminals can generate sparks and lead to an explosion. When removing battery cap wear rubber groves to prevent electrolyte contact with skin. 31