RD 12 Safety Information
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1.5.12 DO NOT open the hydraulic lines or loosen the hydraulic connections
while the engine is running! Before dismantling the hydraulic connectors
or hoses, ensure that all pressure has been bled from the circuit. Hydraulic
fluid under pressure can penetrate the skin, cause burns, blind, or create
other personal injury hazards. Set all controls in neutral, turn engine off,
and allow the fluids to cool before loosening hydraulic fittings or attaching
test gauges.
1.5.13 ALWAYS check all external fasteners at regular intervals.
1.5.14 Keep the area around the muffler free of debris such as leaves, paper,
cartons, etc. A hot muffler could ignite the debris and start a fire.
1.5.15 When replacement parts are required for this machine, use only Wacker
Neuson replacement parts or those parts equivalent to the original in all
types of specifications, such as physical dimensions, type, strength, and
material.
1.5.16 Disconnect the spark plug on machines equipped with gasoline engines,
before servicing, to avoid accidental start-up.
1.5.17 Keep the machine clean and labels legible. Replace all missing and hard-
to-read labels. Labels provide important operating instructions and warn of
dangers and hazards.
1.5.18 ALWAYS do periodic maintenance as recommended in the Operator’s
Manual.
1.5.19 ALWAYS turn the engine off before performing maintenance or making
repairs.
1.5.20 ALWAYS keep hands, feet and loose clothing away from moving parts.
1.5.21 ALWAYS make sure slings, chains, hooks, ramps, jacks, and other types
of lifting devices are attached securely and have enough weight-bearing
capacity to lift or hold the machine safely. Always remain aware of the
location of other people in the area when lifting the machine.
1.5.22 Always make sure hose connections have been reconnected back to the
correct fitting. Failure to do so may result in damage to the machine and/
or injury to person on or near the machine.
1.5.23 ALWAYS secure the articulated steering joint using the locking bar before
lifting, jacking, and servicing the machine. The machine halves could
swing together unexpectedly and cause a serious injury.
1.5.24 ALWAYS lock the lifting cylinders in the open position when the seat
pedestal is raised.
1.5.25 Before you start the machine, ensure that all tools have been removed
from the machine and that replacement parts and adjusters are firmly
tightened.
1.5.26 Fluid leaks from small holes are often practically invisible. DO NOT use
your bare hands to check for leaks. Check for leaks using a piece of
cardboard or wood.