Operation & Maintenance Manual
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LG958L/LG959 Wheel Loader
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Clean before operation and after repair.
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Check the wire to see whether it is breakage and voltage leakage; if so, replace it or repair it.
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Use inflammable liquid to clean the parts; do not use gasoline or other flammable materials.
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Never
weld or flame cut the pipe or tank containing flammable liquid. Clean them using
inflammable liquid before welding and flame cutting.
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Check the fire extinguisher before starting repair work. Know the location of fire extinguishers
and first-aid bag and know how to use them.
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Never
use fire (match or lighter) to check dark areas.
8.14 Air Storage Tank
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Open the drain valve of the air storage tank to drain every
day. This is especially important in cold weather. Make
sure the drain valve is closed before starting the engine.
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Examine the outside of the air storage tank frequently because of high pressure air. Examine the
anti-
erosion layer and welding line to ensure safety.
8.15 Electric System
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The electric system must be maintained by a professional person with a proper license.
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Connect the grounding cable last to prevent an explosion due to electric sparks near the battery
when adjusting outside power.
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Remove the start up key before repairing the electric system.
8.16 Maintenance of Storage Battery
Oxygen and hydrogen may be generated during battery charging because the electrolyte of the storage
battery contains vitriol. So mis-operation of the storage battery may lead to severe injury or fire.
Please do as follows:
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Keep kids away from the battery. Wear safety glasses and rubber gloves to deal with the battery.
If vitriol gets in the eyes or on the clothes or wash with lots of water and go to hospital if hurt
severely.
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Keep fire away from the battery during charging because the generation of oxygen and hydrogen
may cause an explosion. Prevent circuit from shorting.
