Tigercat 718 Feller Buncher
Safety
SERVICING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Conduct maintenance inspections at least as frequently as recommended in SECTION 3 of the OPERATOR'S MANUAL.
CAUTION The LOWER engine compartment access panels are NOT HINGED or permanently attached to the machine, the UPPER doors when closed hold the LOWER panels in place. Once an UPPER DOOR is opened remove the LOWER panel from the machine. DO NOT apply any weight or pressure to the LOWER panel. DO NOT use these LOWER panels as hand grips, when servicing the machine. The radiator and the engine cooling system should be cleaned and serviced at least daily to maintain moderate engine temperatures.
When servicing or repairing equipment, shut the engine down, and disconnect the positive (+) battery cable from both batteries. Install a “DO NOT START ENGINE” sign on the operator’s cab door and in the engine compartment when making repairs to the machine.
WARNING This machine is equipped with a reversible cooling fan. Exercise care when working in this area with the engine running. This machine is equipped with a reversible cooling fan to facilitate cleaning of the charge air/ radiator/oil cooler assembly and engine compartment doors. Exercise care when working in this area with the engine running. If the fan switch in the cab is in the AUTO position, the fan could turn ON and/or go into REVERSE mode without warning.
Before performing maintenance or repair work on any equipment, consult the manufacturer’s instruction manual and follow recommended procedures. UPPER DOORS
HAND KNOB
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HAND KNOB
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT ACCESS DOORS AND PANELS RIGHT SIDE
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