jcb 8040ZTS User Manual

Section 2 - Care and Safety
Safety Notices
Safety Check List
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!MWARNING
Accumulators
The accumulators contain hydraulic fluid and gas at
high pressure. Prior to any work being carried out on
systems incorporating accumulators, the system
pressure must be exhausted by a JCB distributor, as
the sudden release of the hydraulic fluid or gas may
cause injury.
INT-3-1-17
!MWARNING
Petrol
Do not use petrol in this machine. Do not mix petrol
with the diesel fuel; in storage tanks the petrol will rise
to the top and form flammable vapours.
INT-3-1-6
!MCAUTION
Do not disconnect the battery while the engine is
running, otherwise the electrical circuits may be
damaged.
INT-3-1-14
!MWARNING
If you try to charge a frozen battery, or jump start and
run the engine, the battery could explode. Do not use
a battery if its electrolyte is frozen. To prevent the
battery electrolyte from freezing, keep the battery at
full charge.
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!MWARNING
Battery Gases
Batteries give off explosive gases. Keep flames and
sparks away from the battery. Do not smoke close to
the battery. Make sure there is good ventilation in
closed areas where batteries are being used or
charged. Do not check the battery charge by shorting
the terminals with metal; use an approved battery
tester.
INT-3-1-8_2
!MDANGER
Electrolyte
Battery electrolyte is toxic and corrosive. Do not
breathe the gases given off by the battery. Keep the
electrolyte away from your clothes, skin, mouth and
eyes. Wear safety glasses.
INT-3-2-1_3
!MWARNING
Battery Terminals
The machine is negatively earthed. Always connect
the negative pole of the battery to earth.
When connecting the battery, connect the earth (-) lead
last.
When disconnecting the battery, disconnect the earth
(-) lead first.
INT-3-1-9
!MCAUTION
Never use water or steam to clean inside the cab. The
use of water or steam could damage the on-board
computer and render the machine inoperable. Remove
dirt using a brush or damp cloth.
8-3-4-8
!MWARNING
Asbestos
Asbestos dust can damage your lungs. Some engine
gaskets contain asbestos. Do not dismantle the
engine or exhaust system; get these jobs done by a
qualified person who has a copy of the engine service
manual.
5-1-6-1
!MDANGER
Before removing the boom from the machine, ensure
that the counterweight is adequately supported as in
certain ground conditions the machine could tip
backwards. Never travel or transport the machine with
the boom removed.
BF-6-3

jcb 8040ZTS Specifications

General

Brand	jcb
Model	8040ZTS
Category	Construction Equipment
Language	English