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Perform Maintenance Safely
Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel (ULSD) Hazard
WARNING! Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel (ULSD) poses a
greater static ignition hazard than earlier diesel
formulations with higher sulfur content. Avoid death or
serious injury from re or explosion; consult with your
fuel or fuel system supplier to ensure the delivery
system is in compliance with fueling standards for
proper grounding and bonding practices.
Engine Coolant Hazards
WARNING! Avoid serious injury or death. Liquid
cooling systems build up pressure as the engine gets
hot, so use extreme caution before removing the
radiator cap.
• Stop the engine and wait for the system to cool
• Wear protective clothing and safety glasses
• Turn the radiator cap slowly to the rst stop to allow
the pr
essure to escape before removing completely
Hydraulic System Hazards
Be sure to follow manufacturer’s instructions for relieving
uid pressure before performing any maintenance. The
hydraulic system is pressurized whenever the engine is
on and may hold pressure even after the engine is shut
off. Cycle hydraulic controls, including auxiliary hydraulic
control (if equipped), after the engine is shut off.
During inspection of the hydraulic system:
• Wait for uid to cool befor
e disconnecting the lines
Hot hydraulic uid can cause sever
e burns
• Wear appropriate eye pr
otection. Hydraulic uid can
cause permanent eye injury
•
When venting or lling the hydraulic system, loosen
the ller cap slowly and r
emove it gradually
• Never reset any r
elief valve in the hydraulic system
to a pr
essure higher than recommended by the
manufacturer
Check for
leaks and inspect
hoses
Allow radiator to cool
before removing cap
slowly
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Perform Maintenance Safely
Hydraulic Fluid Injection Hazard
WARNING! Accidental injection of high-pressure
uid into the hands or body is dangerous and could
result in death or serious injury. Use caution when
checking hydraulic leaks as pressurized hydraulic
fluid has enough force to penetrate skin, causing
serious personal injury.
If a leak is discovered:
• Ensure engine is turned off; relieve pressur
e in
hydraulic cir
cuit
• Wear proper hand and eye protection
•
Visually examine the hydraulic hoses or uid lines in
the vicinity of the leak for br
eaks or cracks. Do not
use your hand to check for leaks
• Repair or replace hydraulic lines accor
ding to the
manufactur
er’s recommendations
Fluid injection injuries are not always obvious. Victims
have reported such injuries feel like a bee sting or
splinter under the skin. If you suspect you have a uid
injection injury, do not take chances. Seek proper
medical care immediately. If any uid is injected into the
skin, it must be surgically removed within a few hours by
a doctor familiar with this type of injury.
Wear
eye protection
High pressure
fluid can inject
into the body
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