
SEBU7494-06 25
Safety Section
Fire Prevention and Explosion Prevention
Check the coola
nt level only after the engine has
been stopped.
Ensure that th
e filler cap is cool before removing the
filler cap. The filler cap must be cool enough to touch
withabarehand.Removethefillercapslowlyin
order to reli
eve pressure.
Cooling system conditioner contains alkali. Alkali can
cause person
al injury. Do not allow alkali to contact
the skin, the eyes, or the m outh.
Oils
Hot oil and ho
t components can cause personal
injury. Do not allow hot oil to contact the skin. Also,
do not allow hot components to contact the skin.
Remove the hydraulic tank filler cap only after the
engine has been stopped. The filler cap must be
cool enough
totouchwithabarehand.Followthe
standard procedure in this manual in order to remove
the hydraulic tank filler cap.
Batteries
Electrolyte is an acid. Electrolyte can cause personal
injury. Do not allow electrolyte to contact the skin or
the eyes. A
lways wear protective glasses for servicing
batteries. Wash hands after touching the batteries
and connectors. Use of gloves is recommended.
i01359795
Fire Prevention and Explosion
Prevention
SMCS Code: 7000
g00704
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Illustration 10
All fuels, most lubricants, and some coolant mixtures
are flammable.
Flammable flui
ds that are leaking or spilled onto hot
surfaces or onto electrical components can cause
a fire. Fire may cause personal injury and property
damage.
Remove all flammable materials such as fuel, oil, and
debris from t
he machine. Do not allow any flammable
materials to accumulate on the machine.
Store fuels a
nd lubricants in properly marked
containers away from unauthorized persons. Store
oily rags and any flammable materials in protective
containers.
Donotsmokeinareasthatareusedfor
storing flammable materials.
Do not operat
e the machine near any flame.
Exhaust shields (if equipped) protect hot exhaust
components
from oil spray or fuel spray in case of
a break in a line, in a hose, or in a seal. Exhaust
shields must be installed correctly.
Do not weld on lines or on tanks that contain
flammable fluids. Do not flame cut lines or tanks
that conta
in flammable fluid. Clean any such lines or
tanks thoroughly with a nonflammable solvent prior
to welding or flame cutting.
Check all electrical wires daily. Repair any wires
that are loose or frayed before you operate the
machine. C
lean all electrical connections and tighten
all electrical connections.
Dust that i
s generated from repairing nonmetallic
hoods or nonmetallic fenders can be flammable
and/or explosive. Repair such components in a well
ventilat
ed area away from open flames or sparks.
Inspect all lines and hoses for wear or for
deterior
ation. The hoses must be properly routed.
The lines and the hoses must have adequate support
and secure clamps. Tighten all connections to the
recomme
nded torque. Leaks can cause fires.