Safety instructions Safety instructions for maintenance • Remove the ignition key before performing any service, maintenance, or repair work. • If you must have the engine running while performing service, maintenance, or repair work: • Only work in groups of two. • Both persons must maintain visual contact with each other. • Follow the safety instructions in the Operator’s Manual. • Keep a safe distance away from all rotating and moving parts (e.g. fan blades, V-belt drives, etc.).
• Carry out service, maintenance and repair work only if the: • Machine is positioned on firm and level ground. • Lever for selecting the travel direction is in neutral. • Parking brake is applied. • Hydraulic attachments and working equipment are lowered to the ground. • Machine is secured against unintentional movement. CAUTION! Avoid the risk of accidents by securing parts and large assemblies being moved to the lifting tackle. Stay clear of suspended loads. CAUTION! Never use machine parts, attachments, or superstructures as a climbing aid. Wear a safety harness when completing maintenance work at greater heights. Keep all handles, steps, handrails, platforms, landings, and ladders free from dirt, snow and ice. IMPORTANT! Before cleaning the machine with water, a steam jet (high-pressure cleaning), or detergents, cover or tape up any openings that must be protected against water, steam or detergent penetration. Special care must be taken with the electrical system.
• After cleaning, examine all fuel, lubricant, and hydraulic oil lines for leaks, chafe marks and damage.
• Tighten any loose connections. • Avoid contact with hot parts, such as the engine block or the exhaust system during the operation of the machine and for some time afterwards – risk of burns.
• Retainer pins can fly out or splinter when struck with force – risk of personal injury. • Do not use ether starting aids. This especially applies to those cases in which a heater (intake-air preheating) is used at the same time – risk of explosions. Service and maintenance work on ROPS superstructures (ROPS bar)
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• DO NOT do any straightening or welding work on ROPS structures. Damaged ROPS structures must be replaced with original Mustang service parts.
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