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2.4 MAINTENANCE SAFETY
• Read and understand all information provided in this Operator’s Manual
covering operation, adjustment, maintenance and repair prior to performing
any of these tasks.
• Plan work to ensure proper tools, equipment and personal protective
equipment is available prior to working on implement.
• Wear appropriate clothing when performing tasks around the implement. Ill-
fitting and/or frayed clothing as well as loose or dangling items should not
be worn when working near the implement.
• Stop the engine, lower the implement, set the parking brake, remove the
ignition key, and allow time for moving parts to stop prior to adjusting,
maintaining or repairing the implement.
• Ensure that all moving parts have come to a complete stop before
performing adjustments, maintenance or repairs.
• Ensure that hydraulic oil pressure in hoses, lines and components is fully
relieved prior to performing maintenance or repairs to the hydraulic system.
• Ensure that wings are either fully lowered or fully raised and secured with
their safety chains or securely block the wings if raised to perform
adjustment, maintenance or repairs.
• Securely block main frame and/or wings if adjustment, maintenance or
repair is required for wheels and tires.
• Wear personal protective equipment, such as gloves, eye protection, etc.
when inspecting hydraulic system for leaks. Use a small piece of cardboard
or wood to detect leaks.
• Ensure that all guards and shields are intact and in place after performing
adjustment, maintenance or repairs prior to operating implement.
• Store flammable fluids in approved containers and store out of access by
unauthorized persons, especially children.