EDGE AS 1778324 - Caterpillar

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Attach a "Do Not Operate" warning tag or a similar warning tag to the start switch or to the controls before you service the machine or before you repair the machine. These warning tags (Special Instruction, SEHS7332 ) are available from your Caterpillar dealer.Know the width of your equipment in order to maintain proper clearance when you operate the machine near fences or near boundary obstacles.Wear a hard hat, protective glasses, and other protective equipment, as required.Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry that can snag on controls or on other parts of the machine.Make sure that all protective guards and all covers are secured in place on the machine.Keep the machine free from foreign material. Remove debris, oil, tools, and other items from the deck, from walkways, and from steps.Secure all loose items such as lunch boxes, tools, and other items that are not a part of the machine.Know the appropriate work site hand signals and the personnel that are authorized to give the hand signals. Accept hand 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 released 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.Obey all local regulations for the disposal of liquids.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 under the following conditions:
The machine is parked on level ground.
The equipment is lowered to the ground.
The equipment control levers are in the HOLD position.
The hydraulic activation control lever is in the LOCKED position.
The engine is stopped.
The engine start switch key is turned off and the engine start switch key is removed.
The battery disconnect switch is in the OFF position and the disconnect switch 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 for cleaning purposes must be below 205 kPa (30 psi) .Fluid Penetration
Pressure can be maintained in the hydraulic circuit long after the engine has been stopped. The pressure can cause hydraulic fluid or items such as pipe plugs to escape rapidly if the pressure is not relieved correctly.Do not remove any hydraulic components or parts until pressure has been relieved or personal injury may occur. Do not disassemble any hydraulic components or parts until pressure has been relieved or personal injury may occur.Perform the following procedures in order to relieve pressure:
Lower the bucket or equipment to the ground.
Stop the engine.
With the operator in the seat, move the hydraulic activation control lever to the UNLOCKED position.
Actuate an equipment control lever about ten times in order to dissipate the pressure in the hydraulic circuit.Always