SAFETY
SA-20
PRACTICE SAFE MAINTENANCE
To avoid accidents:
• Understand service procedures before starting
work.
• Keep the work area clean and dry.
• Do not spray water or steam inside cab.
• Never lubricate or service the machine while it is
moving.
• Keep hands, feet and clothing away from
power-driven parts.
Before servicing the machine:
1. Park the machine on a level surface.
2. Lower the bucket to the ground.
3. Turn the auto-idle switch off.
4. Run the engine at slow idle speed without load for
5 minutes.
5. Turn the key switch to OFF to stop engine.
6. Relieve the pressure in the hydraulic system by
moving the control levers several times.
7. Remove the key from the switch.
8. Attach a “Do Not Operate” tag on the control
lever.
9. Lower the lock lever to the LOCK position.
10. Lock bar connects the front and rear frames.
11. Allow the engine to cool.
• If a maintenance procedure must be performed
with the engine running, do not leave machine
unattended.
• Never work under a machine raised by the lift
arm.
• Inspect certain parts periodically and repair or re-
place as necessary. Refer to the section discuss-
ing that part in the “MAINTENANCE” chapter of
operator`s manual.
• Keep all parts in good condition and properly in-
stalled.
• Fix damage immediately. Replace worn or broken
parts. Remove any buildup of grease, oil, or de-
bris.
• When cleaning parts, always use nonflammable
detergent oil. Never use highly flammable oil such
as fuel oil and gasoline to clean parts or surfaces.
• Disconnect battery ground cable (-) before mak-
ing adjustments to electrical systems or before
performing welding on the machine.
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