MAINTENANCE

General

Prior to working on or servicing the machine:: • Read carefully all safety rules in this Manual; • Read and follow all safety decals and instructions attached to the machine. Do not allow non-authorized people to operate or carry out any servicing on the machine. Do not carry out any servicing without prior authorization. Follow the procedures provided in this manual for maintenance and servicing. Do not carry rings, wrist watches, jewelry, loose clothing such as ties, torn clothes, neck scarfs, unbottoned or zippered shirts or sweaters that may get caught in moving parts. Use of helmets, slip proof shoes, safety gloves, ear mufflers, safety goggles, etc., is recommended. Keep all hand rails, ladders and steps clean and free from any foreign objects or oil spots, grease or mud to keep the chance of slipping or stumbling to a minimum. Do not jump on or off the machine. Always keep both hands and one foot or both feet and one hand on the ladders and grab handles. Do not carry out any servicing on the machine with people seated on the operator’s seat other than an experienced and licensed operator who is assisting in the operation. If an implement must be operated during servicing or while working on the machine, ensure the operation is carried out from the seat operator’s position only. Keep the operator’s immediate vicinity free from any loose objects at all times. Always lock the implements or the machine parts that will be raised, prior to carrying out any work under these parts while they are in the raised position. Do not allow any persons to circulate near or under the raised implement in the unlocked condition. Avoid as much as possible standing under an attachment in the raised position, even if it is locked. Never carry out any servicing on the machine with the engine running, other than as recommended. Where the servicing operation contemplates access to components that cannot be reached from the ground, use a ladder or raised catwalk. If neither of these are available, use any means of access available on the machine. All servicing operations shall be carried with maximum care and caution. Do not check or fill the fuel tank and batteries while smoking or near a naked flame or sparks as the fluid and fluid vapors are highly flammable. If the machine must be towed, use only tiedowns provided. Engage carefully, ensuring prior to towing that the required pins and locks are firmly attached in place. When transporting a damaged machine, utilize as much as possible a flat, low deck trailer. If the machine must be towed, use local traffic signs and signaling. To load and unload the machine, choose a flat area that offers good ground support for the truck wheels. Use loading ramps of sufficient height and slope. Quickly attach machine to loading deck of the truck and block the wheels with wedged chocks. If there is a need for lifting or transportation of heavy parts, use a hoist or similar equipment of proper capacity. Use lifting supports, if provided. Ensure there are no other persons in the vicinity. For cleaning purposes, never use gasoline, diesel fuel or other flammable fluids such as detergents. Use authorized commercial, non-flammable, nontoxic solvents. When using compressed air to clean parts, use sideflapped safety glasses. Keep air pressure to 2 kg/cm2 maximum. Never operate the machine in closed areas, unless there is an efficient system for aspiration of the exhaust gases. Do not smoke, light flames or cause sparks when refueling or using readily flammable products. Do not use naked flames as lighting means when servicing or looking for leaks. When carrying out any servicing on the braking system, which will likely make them temporarily inoperative, park machine on level ground and chock all wheels with proper chocks. When working under the machine or beneath raised attachments, move with caution. Wear proper safety equipment such as: safety helmet, safety goggles, anti-slip shoes and ear mufflers. Check that all tools are in good state of repair. When carrying out any checks where the engine must be kept running, use the help of an operator who must be in the operator’s seat and keep him at all times within your area of visibility. Never carry out any service for which you have not been authorized. Follow procedures and recommendations provided in the technical service publications.

In the event of carrying out any work outside the workshop, park machine on level ground and chock all wheels. Do not rely on damaged cables or chains. Never use them for lifting or towing. Use only proper safety gloves to handle them. The area where service operations are carried out must be kept clean and dry at all times. Immediately eliminate any impounded water or oil spills on the floor. Do not pile up rags or cloth soaked in oil, grease or flammable fluid. These are serious fire hazards. Dispose of them in closed metal containers. Prior to operating the machine or engaging any implements or attachments, check, adjust and lock the operator’s seat in position. Ensure no one is within the machine’s area of operation. Rust inhibitors usually are volatile, flammable products. These must always be used in properly ventilated environments. Containers must be kept in fresh, dry, ventilated places not accessible to non-authorized people. Do not carry in your pockets objects that can drop into machine slots or openings. Clutches, brakes and other auxiliary equipment (distributor, cylinders, etc.) must be properly adjusted according to procedures published in the technical literature. Do not adjust with the engine running. When welding, use of safety welder’s glasses, safety helmet, leather apron, gloves and safety shoes is mandatory. Safety glasses must also be used by persons in the adjacent area, even if not participating in the work. Never stare into the weld beam without proper eye protection. Prior to performing any welding work on fuel tanks or adjacent to fuel tanks, drain all the contents from the tank and flush it properly to remove all residue and fumes that may have remained inside the tank. Try to become thoroughly familiar with the capacity and operation of hydraulic jacks or other lifting devices. Remember that the attaching point for lifting the machine must be appropriate to the load to be lifted and that the machine area of support on the ground must be stable. Any loads lifted with a hydraulic jack or loads lifted with other lifting means are hazardous. Prior to lifting, transfer the weight from the hydraulic jacks to other more secure means (stands, etc.). Wire cables fray out with use. When handling wire cables, wear proper protection (safety goggles, leather rasp safety gloves, etc.). Handle all parts with extreme care. Keep your hands and fingers out of slots, gears and similar items.

starting

Do not run engine in closed areas without proper ventilation systems for the exhaust gases. Never expose your head, body, feet, hands and fingers close to rotating fans or belts.

engine

Turn the expansion tank cap slowly to relieve system pressure before removing it. If any coolant is needed, add only to a cold or slow running engine. Do not refuel machine with the engine running, particularly if it is too hot, so as to prevent fire. Never attempt to check or adjust belt tensions with the engine running. Avoid running the engine with air intakes open without the protective guards. If for any technical reasons, this is not possible, fit proper protections over these openings prior to servicing or operation.

electrical system

If you have to jump start, remember cable ends must be connected as follows: (+) to (+) and (-) to (-). Avoid shortcircuits. Follow carefully the instructions in this Manual. Before any intervention in the electric system, make sure the ignition key is placed to the OFF position. The fumes released by the battery are highly flammable. While recharging, leave batteries uncovered for better ventilation. Never check battery charge by short-circuiting the battery terminals. Do not smoke near batteries to prevent explosions. Prior to carrying out any servicing, check for fuel or battery electrolyte leaks. Eliminate these leaks prior to proceeding with the work. Do not charge batteries in closed areas. Check for proper ventilation to prevent possible inadvertent explosion caused by fumes buildup from the charging operation.

Hydraulic system

Fluid gushing from a hole can be invisible to the eye but have sufficient force to penetrate the skin causing serious injuries. Under these circumstances, if you have to locate leaks, use a piece of cardboard or wood. Never use your bare hands: if the fluid penetrates your skin, see a doctor immediately. Lack of quick medical attention may lead to serious complications and skin disease. Relieve internal system pressure prior to removing any caps, plugs, etc. (See applicable instructions). When checking system pressures, use appropriate measuring instruments.

Implements

Keep your head, body, feet and hands away from the raised implements. Use supports provided as a safety measure, prior to proceeding to servicing and repair operations. Use proper safety elements. If you must operate an attachment using the hydraulic machine control system, remember that this operation must be carried out only from the operator’s seat position. The operator is responsible for any non-authorized persons allowed into the cab. Ensure no other persons are within the machine’s radius of operation. Give warnings using the horn or using your own voice. Lift the attachment slowly. Do not use the machine for transporting loose objects, unless suitable means are provided for this purpose. When leaving the operator’s cab, lower the attachment to the ground. Prior to carrying out any servicing or repair operation with raised attachments, these must be supported on stable supports. It is recommended that you carry a FIRST AID kit in the machine.