
4SECTION 00 −GENERAL GUIDELINES −CHAPTER 1
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−Only use specified towing points for towing the
tractor. Connect parts carefully. Make sure that
all pins and/or locks are secured in position be-
fore applying traction. Never remain near the
towing bars, cables or chains that are operating
under load.
−Transport vehicles that cannot be driven using a
trailer or a low−loading platform trolley, if avail-
able.
−When loading or unloading the vehicle from the
trailer (or other means of transport), select a flat
area capable of sustaining the trailer or truck
wheels. Firmly secure the tractor to the truck or
trailer and lock the wheels in the position used by
the carrier.
−Electric heaters, battery−chargers and similar
equipment must only be powered by auxiliary
power supplies with efficient ground insulation to
avoid electrical shock hazards.
−Always use suitable hoisting or lifting devices
when raising or moving heavy parts.
−Take extra care if bystanders are present.
−Never pour petrol or diesel oil into open, wide or
low containers.
−Never use petrol, diesel oil or other inflammable
liquids as cleaning agents. Use non−inflam-
mable, non toxic commercially available
solvents.
−Wear safety goggles with side guards when
cleaning parts with compressed air.
−Limit the air pressure to a maximum of 30.45 psi
(2.1 bar), according to local regulations.
−Do not run the engine in confined spaces without
suitable ventilation.
−Do not smoke, use naked flames, or cause
sparks in the area when fuel filling or handling
highly inflammable liquids.
−Never use naked flames for lighting when work-
ing on the machine or checking for leaks.
−All movements must be carried out carefully
when working under, on or near the vehicle.
Wear protective equipment: helmets, goggles
and special footwear.
−When carrying out checks with the engine run-
ning, request the assistance of an operator in the
driver’s seat. The operator must maintain visual
contact with the service technician at all times.
−If operating outside the workshop, position the
vehicle on a flat surface and lock in position. If
working on a slope, lock the vehicle in position.
Move to a flat area as soon as is safely possible.
−Damaged or bent chains or cables are unreliable.
Do not use them for lifting or towing. Always use
suitable protective gloves when handling chains
or cables.
−Chains should always be safely secured. Make
sure that the hitch−up point is capable of sustain-
ing the load in question. Keep the area near the
hitch−up point, chains or cables free of all
bystanders.
−Maintenance and repair operations must be car-
ried out in a CLEAN and DRY area. Eliminate any
water or oil spillage immediately.
−Do not create piles of oil or grease−soaked rags
as they represent a serious fire hazard. Always
place them into a metal container.
Before starting the tractor or its attachments,
check, adjust and block the operator’s seat. Also
check that there are no persons within the tractor
or implement range of action.
−Do not keep into your pockets any object which
might fall unobserved into the tractor’s inner
compartments.
−In the presence of protruding metal parts, use
protective goggles or goggles with side guards,
helmets, special footwear and gloves.
−When welding, use protective safety devices: tin-
ted safety goggles, helmets, special overalls,
gloves and footwear. All persons present in the
area where welding is taking place must wear tin-
ted goggles. NEVER LOOK DIRECTLY AT THE
WELDING ARC WITHOUT SUITABLE EYE
PROTECTION.
−Metal cables tend to fray with repeated use. Al-
ways use suitable protective devices (gloves,
goggles, etc.) when handling cables.
−Handle all parts carefully. Do not put your hands
or fingers between moving parts. Always wear
suitable safety clothing −safety goggles, gloves
and shoes.