PUMP GP-B 10R1001 - Caterpillar

Fire Extinguisher
Have a fire extinguisher available and know how to use it. Inspect and have it serviced as recommended on its instruction plate. * Recommended location for storage of fire extinguisher.Lines, Tubes, and Hoses
Do not bend or strike high pressure lines. Do not install bent or damaged lines, tubes, or hoses.Repair any loose or damaged fuel and oil lines, tubes, and hoses. Leaks can cause fires. Contact your Caterpillar dealer for repair or replacement.Check lines, tubes, and hoses carefully. Do not use your bare hand to check for leaks. Use a board or cardboard to check for leaks. See the topic Fluid Penetration in the Safety Section for detailed information. Tighten all connections to the recommended torque. Replace if any of the following conditions are found.* End fittings damaged or leaking.* Outer covering chafed or cut and wire reinforcing exposed.* Outer covering ballooning locally.* Evidence of kinking or crushing of the flexible part of hose.* Armoring embedded in the outer cover.* End fittings displaced.Make sure that all clamps, guards, and heat shields are installed correctly to prevent vibration, rubbing against other parts, and excessive heat during operation.Mounting and Dismounting
* Mount and dismount the machine only where steps and/or handholds are provided.* Inspect, and when necessary, clean and have repairs made to steps and handholds before mounting and dismounting. * Face the machine when mounting and dismounting.* Maintain a three-point contact (two feet and one hand or one foot and two hands) with the steps and handholds.* Never get on or off a moving machine.* Never jump off the machine.* Do not try to climb on or off the machine when carrying tools or supplies. Use a hand line to pull equipment up onto the platform.* Do not use any controls as handholds when entering or leaving the operator's compartment.Alternate Exit
Machines with cabs are equipped with alternate exits. The rear window can be used as an alternate exit. Slide the window open or use the hammer (1) to break the glass.Before Starting Engine
Start the engine only from the operator's compartment. Never short across the starter terminals or across the batteries, as this could bypass the engine neutral-start system as well as damage the electrical system.Inspect the condition of the seat belt and mounting hardware. Replace any damaged or worn parts. Replace the seat belt regardless of appearance, after three years of use.Adjust the seat to allow full travel of the pedals when the operator is seated against the seat back.Make sure the machine is equipped with a lighting system as required by conditions.Make sure all lights are working properly.Make sure no one is working on, underneath, or close to the machine before starting the engine or beginning to move the machine. Make sure the area is free of personnel.Engine Starting
Do not start the engine or move any of the controls if there is a DO NOT OPERATE or similar warning tag attached to the key start switch or controls.Move all hydraulic controls to the HOLD position before starting