
SECTION 00 -- GENERAL -- CHAPTER 1 5
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START UP
-- Never run the engine in confined spaces that are
not equipped with adequate ventilation for ex-
haust gas extraction.
-- Neverplacethehead,body, limbs,feet, handsor
fingers near fans or rotating belts.
ENGINE
-- Always loosen the radiator cap slowly before re-
moving it to allow any remaining pressure in the
system to be discharged. Filling up with coolant
should only be carried out with the engine
stopped or idling (if hot).
-- Never fill up with fuel when the engine isrunning,
especially if hot, in order to prevent the outbreak
of fire as a result of fuel spillage.
-- Never check or adjust fan belt tension when the
engine is running.
Neveradjustthefuelinjectionpumpwhentheve-
hicle is moving.
-- Never lubricate the vehicle when the engine is
running.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
-- If it is necessary to use auxiliary batteries, re-
member that both ends of the cables must be
connectedasfollows:(+)with(+)and(--)with(--).
Avoid short--circuiting the terminals. GAS RE-
LEASED FROM BATTERIES IS HIGHLY IN-
FLAMMABLE. During charging, leave the bat-
tery compartment uncovered to improve
ventilation.Nevercheckthebatterychargeusing
“jumpers” (metal objects placed on the termi-
nals). Avoid sparks or flames near the battery
zone. Do not smoke to prevent explosion haz-
ards.
-- Before servicing operations, check for fuel or
current leaks: eliminate any eventual leaks be-
fore proceeding with work.
-- Do not charge batteries in confined spaces:
Make sure that there is adequate ventilation in
order to prevent accidental explosion hazards as
a result of the accumulation of gases released
during charging operations.
-- Always disconnect the batteries before perform-
inganykindofservicingontheelectricalsystem.
HYDRAULIC SYSTEMS
-- A liquidleakingfromatinyholemaybe almostin-
visiblebut,at thesametime,bepowerfulenough
to penetrate the skin. Therefore, NEVER USE
HANDS TO CHECK FOR LEAKS, but use a
piece of cardboard or wood for this purpose. If
any liquid penetrates skin tissue, call for medical
aid immediately. Failure to treat this condition
withcorrectmedicalproceduremayresultinseri-
ous infection or dermatosis.
-- In order to check the pressure inthe systemuse
suitable instruments.
WHEELS AND TYRES
-- Make sure that the tyres are correctly inflated at
the pressure specified by the manufacturer.
Periodically check the rims and tyres for dam-
age.
-- Stand away from (at the side of) the tyre when
checking inflation pressure.
-- Only check pressure when the vehicle is un-
loaded and the tyres are cold, to avoid incorrect
readingsasaresultofover--pressure.Donotuse
parts of recovered wheels as incorrect welding
brazing or heating may weaken and eventually
cause damage to the wheel.
-- Never cut or weld a rim mounted with an inflated
tyre.
-- To remove the wheels, lock both the front and
rear vehicle wheels. After having raised the ve-
hicle,position supportsunderneath,accordingto
regulations in force.
-- Deflate the tyre before removing any object
caught in the tyre tread.
-- Never inflate tyres using inflammable gases; as
this may result in explosions and injury to by-
standers.
REMOVAL AND RE--FITTING
-- Lift and handle all heavy parts using suitable
hoisting equipment. Make sure that parts are
sustained by appropriate hooks and slings. Use
the hoisting eyebolts for lifting operations. Extra
care should be taken if persons are present near
the load to be lifted.
-- Handle all parts with carefully. Do not put your
hands or fingers between parts. Wear suitable
safety clothing -- safety goggles, gloves and
shoes.
-- Avoid twisting chains or metal cables. Always
wear safety gloves when handling cables or
chains.