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0.14 Use Proper Lifting Equipment
0.14.1 Lifting heavy components incorrectly can cause
severe injury or Seed Control Unit damage.
Follow recommended procedure for removal and
installation of components in the manual.
Ensure lifting equipment is rated for the job
Ensure operator is appropriately licensed to operate
lifting equipment
0.12 Avoid High-Pressure Fluids
0.12.1 Inspect hydraulic hoses periodically - at least
once per year - for leakage, kinking, cuts, cracks,
abrasion, blisters, corrosion, exposed wire brand or any
other signs of wear or damage.
Replace worn or damaged hose assemblies immediately.
Escapinguidunderpressurecanpenetratetheskin
causing serious injury.
Avoid the hazard by relieving pressure before
disconnecting hydraulic or other lines. Tighten all
connections before applying pressure.
Search for leaks with a piece of cardboard. Protect hands
andbodyfromhigh-pressureuids.
Ifanaccidentoccurs,seeadoctorimmediately.Anyuid
injected into the skin must be surgically removed within
a few hours or gangrene may result. Doctors unfamiliar
with this type of injury should reference a knowledgeable
medical source.
0.13 Dispose of Waste Properly
0.13.1 Improperly disposing of waste can threaten the
environment and ecology. Potentially harmful waste
includessuchitemsasoil,fuel,coolant,brakeuid,lters
and batteries.
Use appropriate tools and personal protective equipment
such as clothing, gloves, face shields or glasses, during
the removal or handling of objects and materials.
Useleakproofcontainerswhendraininguids.Donot
use food or beverage containers that may mislead
someone into drinking from them.
Do not pour waste onto the ground, down a drain, or into
any water source.
