SAFETY
S-20
• Disconnect battery ground cable (−) before making
adjustments to electrical systems or before welding on
the machine.
• Sufficiently illuminate the work site. Use a
maintenance work light when working under or inside
the machine.
• Always use a work light protected with a guard. In
case the light bulb is broken, spilled fuel, oil, antifreeze
fluid, or window washer fluid may catch fire.
SA-037
WARN OTHERS OF SERVICE WORK
• Unexpected machine movement can cause serious
injury.
• Before performing any work on the machine, attach a
“Do Not Operate” tag in an easy-to-see place such as
on the cab door or control lever.
• Never attempt to operate the machine with a “Do Not
Operate” tag attached.
• Make it a rule for the inspection/service person to hold
the engine start key during inspection/service work.
SA-287
SUPPORT MACHINE PROPERLY
• Never attempt to work on the machine without securing
the machine first.
• Always lower the attachment to the ground before you
work on the machine.
• If you must work on a lifted machine or attachment,
securely support the machine or attachment with stays
or blocks strong enough to support the machine
and/or attachment weight.
SA-527