Instruction Manual

Caterpillar: Non-Confidential
 When refilling, park machine in a
ventilated area, and stop the engine. Do not
smoke when refilling.
 Tighten caps of storage containers for all
the above flammable fluids.
 Store flammable fluids in properly marked
containers, and in a specified place as per
categories. Do not allow unauthorized person
to use.
 Store oily rags and any flammable
materials in protective containers, and in a
secured place.
 Do not weld on or flame cut lines that
contain flammable fluids. Clean any such lines
thoroughly with a nonflammable solvent prior
to welding or flame cutting.
 Remove all flammable materials such as
fuel, oil, and debris from the machine.
 Do not operate the machine near any
flame or burning brush.
This wheel loader is of general construction
equipments. Therefore, do not operate under
any flammable and explosive environment.
Fire Extinguisher and First Aid
Kit
Follow the precautions below in case of
sinjuries or fire.
 Make sure that a fire extinguisher is
available. Read the usage guide carefully and
be familiar with the operation of the fire
extinguisher.
 Make sure that a first aid kit is available at
the job site. Check it regularly and add medical
contents if necessary.
 Know what to do in the event of a fire or
personal injury.
 Be sure you know the phone numbers of
the people who should be contacted in case of
an emergency, such as, doctors, first-aid
centers, firehouses. Put up those numbers in a
specified place, and make sure that all
personnel know the numbers, location and the
correct contact method.
Asbestos Dust Hazard
Prevention
Asbestos dust can be hazardous to your health
if it is inhaled. Use the following guidelines
when you handle any materials that contain
asbestos:
 Never use compressed air for cleaning.
 Use water for cleaning so that the dust will
be dissolved in the water.
 Areas that may have asbestos particles in
the air are hazardous. Operate the machine in
the same direction as the wind, whenever
possible.
 Use an approved respirator if necessary.
Precautions When Operating
Under High Temperature
 Immediately after operations hydraulic oil,
oil and water in the engine and radiator will be
at high temperatures and under pressure.
Attempting to remove the filler cap and radiator,
to drain oil or water, or to replace the filters
may lead to serious burns. Allow components
to cool and follow the specified procedures.
 To prevent hot oil from spurting out, stop
the engine first, and wait to allow oil to cool.
Remove the filler cap slowly in order to relieve
pressure. (When checking if the oil is cool
enough, put your hand near the front face of
the radiator of hydraulic oil and converter oil,
and check the air temperature. Be careful not
to touch the radiator.)
 When engine is hot, do not touch the relay