6. SERVICE And MAINTENANCE
6.1 Service
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WARNING
Pressurized fluids can penetrate the
skin.
Hydraulic hoses can fail due to physical
damage, age, kinks and exposure. Check
hoses regularly. Replace damaged
hoses.
Use body and face protection while
searching for leaks. A tiny, almost
invisible leak can penetrate the skin,
thereby requiring immediate medical
attention.
Use wood or cardboard to detect
hydraulic leaks, never use your hands.
Prevent the hazard by relieving pressure (See
tractor Operator’s Manual.) before connecting or
disconnecting hydraulic lines. Verify all connections
are tight before applying pressure.
Protect hands and body from high pressure fluids.
If an accident occurs, see a doctor immediately.
Any fluid injected into the skin must be surgically
removed within a few hours or serious infection
may result.
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WARNING
Prevent serious injury or death caused
by unexpected movement:
1.
Park tractor on a level surface.
2.
Engage tractor park brake.
3.
Disengage PTO.
4.
Shut off engine and remove key.
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WARNING
Drilling, sawing, sanding or machining
wood products can expose you to wood
dust, a substance known to the State of
California to cause cancer.
Avoid inhaling wood dust or use a dust
mask or other safeguards for personal
protection. For more information go to
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/wood.
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WARNING
Clean machine thoroughly before
service or maintenance procedures.
The health effects from exposure to
wood dust are due to chemicals in the
wood or chemical substances in the
wood created by bacteria, fungi, or
moulds.
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