COVER 1U0466 - Caterpillar

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Before you service the machine or before you repair the machine, attach a "Do Not Operate" warning tag or a similar warning tag to the start switch or to the controls. These warning tags Special Instruction, SEHS7332 are available from your Caterpillar Dealer .Know the width of your equipment in order to maintain proper clearance near fences, boundary obstacles, etc.Wear a hard hat, protective glasses and other protective equipment in order to accommodate job conditions.Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry that can catch on controls or on other parts of the machine.Ensure that all protective guards and all covers are secured in place on the machine.Keep the machine free from foreign material. Check the deck, the walkways and the steps. Remove debris, oil, tools and other items.Secure all loose items that are not a part of the machine. Secure lunch boxes, tools and other items.Know the appropriate work site hand signals. Also, know the personnel that are authorized to give the hand signals. Accept signals from one person only. Do not smoke when you service an air conditioner. Also, do not smoke if refrigerant gas may be present. Inhaling the fumes that are emitted from a flame that contacts air conditioner refrigerant can cause bodily harm or death. Inhaling gas from air conditioner refrigerant through a lighted cigarette can cause bodily harm or death.Never put maintenance fluids into glass containers. Drain all liquids into a suitable container.When you discard liquids, obey all local regulations.Use all cleaning solutions with care.Report all necessary repairs.Do not allow unauthorized personnel on the machine.Unless you are instructed otherwise, perform the maintenance with the following conditions:
The machine is parked on level ground.
The attachment controls are in HOLD position.
The transmission control is in NEUTRAL position.
The parking brake is engaged.
Lower the bowl until the bowl exerts a slight downward pressure on the ground.
The engine is stopped.
The engine start switch in the OFF position and the key is removed.
The disconnect switch is in the OFF position and the key is removed.Pressure Air
Pressure air can cause personal injury. When pressure air is used for cleaning, wear a protective face shield, protective clothing and protective shoes.The maximum air pressure must be below 205 kPa (30 psi) for cleaning purposes.Fluid Penetration
When you check for a leak, use a board or cardboard. Leaking fluid that is under pressure can penetrate body tissue. Fluid penetration can cause serious injury and possible death. A pin hole leak can cause severe injury. If fluid is injected into your skin, you must obtain treatment immediately. Seek treatment from a doctor that is familiar with this type of injury.Asbestos Information
Caterpillar equipment and replacement parts that are shipped from Caterpillar are asbestos free. Caterpillar recommends the use of only genuine Caterpillar replacement parts. If any replacement parts that contain asbestos are used, the following guidelines should be used in handling these parts and asbestos debris.Use caution. Avoid inhaling dust that might be generated when you handle components that contain asbestos fibers. Inhaling this dust can