Fueling Use caution when you are refueling a machine. Fuel is flammable and can catch fire if it is brought close to a flame. Stop engine and let it cool before adding fuel. Do not smoke while you are refueling a machine. Do not refuel a machine near flames or sparks. Fill fuel tank outdoors. Keep fuel and other fluid reservoir caps tight and do not start engine until caps have been secured. Store fuels and lubricants in properly marked containers away from unauthorized personnel. Store oily rags and any flammable materials in protective containers. Static electricity can produce dangerous sparks at fuel filling nozzle.
In very cold, dry weather or other conditions that could produce a static discharge, keep tip of fuel nozzle in constant contact with neck of fuel filling nozzle, to provide a ground. ARO1050S Figure 14 Always place plastic fuel containers on the ground before filling. Never Use Ether Starting Aids Do not use ether or starting fluids on any engine that has glow plugs, or an electric grid type manifold heater. These starting aids can cause an explosion and result in death or serious injury. Use procedures in this manual for connecting battery and for jump-starting.
Figure 15 FG018458 Welding and Grinding Always clean machine and attachment, set battery disconnect switch to "OFF" position, and disconnect wiring from electronic controllers before welding. Cover rubber hoses, battery and all other flammable parts. Keep a fire extinguisher near machine when welding. Toxic dust or gas can be produced when grinding or welding painted parts. Grinding or welding painted parts must be done in a well ventilated area. Wear dust mask when grinding painted parts. Dust generated from repairing nonmetallic parts such as hoods, fenders or covers can be flammable or explosive. Repair such components in a well ventilated area away from flames or sparks.
Do not weld on lines or on tanks that contain flammable fluids. Do not flame cut lines or tanks that contain flammable fluid. Clean any such lines or tanks thoroughly with a nonflammable solvent before welding or flame cutting. Safety 1-23 DX225LC-3