Operation and maintenance manual

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Lubrication and Servicing
* Do not allow unauthorized personnel to service or maintain this vehicle.
Study the Operator’s Handbook and Maintenance Manual before starting,
operating or servicing this vehicle. Always follow procedures and safety
precautions detailed throughout the Maintenance Manual.
* Always attach a 'DO NOT OPERATE' or similar warning sign to ignition
switch or a prominent control before cleaning, lubricating or servicing the
vehicle.
* Never allow anyone to work on the vehicle while it is moving. Make sure no
one is on the vehicle before working on it.
* Do not work under or near unblocked or unsupported body. Always use the
body safety prop. The body safety prop must only be used when the body is
empty.
* Do not work under or near any unblocked or unsupported linkage, part or
machine.
* Always install the steering lock bar before making adjustments or servicing
the vehicle with the engine running. Refer to 'General' safety section.
* Always shut down vehicle according to the procedure under 'Stopping The
Engine', described on page 4-14, and turn off the master switch before
cleaning, lubricating or servicing the vehicle except as called for in this
Operators Handbook or the Maintenance Manual.
* Always relieve pressure before servicing any pressurized system. Follow the
procedures and safety precautions detailed in the relevant Maintenance Manual
section.
* When changing oil in the engine, transmission and hydraulic systems, or
removing hydraulic lines, remember that the oil may be hot and can cause
burns to unprotected skin.
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