Farm Star T-1500 - Manual (Page 8)

MAINTENANCE SAFETY
Keep all persons away from operator control area while performing adjustments, service, or maintenance.
Make sure there is plenty of ventilation. Never operate the engine of the towing vehicle in a closed building.
The exhaust fumes may cause asphyxiation.
Before working on this mancine, drive to a level area, disengage the PTO, lower implement (or if working
underneath, raise an block securely), shut off the engine, set the brakes, and remove the ignition keys.
Never work under equipment unless it is blocked securely. Never depend on hydraulic system to keep
implement in raised position.
Always use personal protection devices such as eye, hand and hearing protectors, when performing any
service or maintenance.
Periodically tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws and check that all cotter pins are properly installed to ensure
unit is in a safe condition.
When completing a maintenance or service function, make sure all safety shields and devices are installed
before placing unit in service.
Never use your hands to locate a hydraulic leak on attachments. Use a small piece of cardboard or wood.
Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure can penetrate the skin.
Openings in the skin and minor cuts are susceptible to infection from hydraulic fluid. If injured by escaping
hydraulic fluid, see a doctor at once. Gangrene and death can result. Without immediate medical treatment,
serious infection and reactions can occur.
Check to ensure all safety signs are installed and in good condition. (See safety sign section for location
drawing).
Never replace hex bolts with less than grade five bolts unless otherwise specified, i.e. shear bolts. Refer to
bolt torque chart for head identification marking.
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