Snorkel AB50JRT - Manual (Page 15)

❑ Mounting and Dismounting Precautions
Use three points of support when getting on or off
the platform (two hands and one foot or a similar
set of points). Keep the platform clean.
DO NOT jump off the machine.
DO NOT dismount while the machine is in
motion.
❑ Starting and Stopping Precautions
DO NOT start until all personnel are clearly away
from the machine.
Before leaving the operator’s station, place the
machine in the stowed position.
When leaving the machine parked or unattended,
remove the starter key from the Master Key
Switch, set the Battery switch to OFF, then lock
the Battery switch.
❑ Operating Precautions
DO NOT modify the AB50J in any way.
When parts or components are replaced, they
shall be identical or equivalent to original Snorkel
parts or components.
DO NOT override any of the safety features of the
AB50J.
Limit travel speeds according to conditions. Take
into account: grade, surface, congestion, visibility,
side slope, location of personnel, and other
hazards.
❑ Operator Maintenance Precautions
Use extreme caution when removing radiator
caps. Park the machine and let it cool down
before opening a pressurized compartment.
DO NOT use your hand to search for hydraulic
oil leaks. High pressure hydraulic oil can easily
cut and penetrate your skin — a very serious
injury that requires immediate attention by a
medical specialist trained in that type of injury.
Use a piece of cardboard or wood to search
for hydraulic oil leaks.
DO NOT attempt repairs unless you are
trained. Refer to manuals and experienced
repair personnel for help.
❑ Fuel Handling Precautions
DO NOT smoke or permit open flames while
fueling or near fueling operations.
Never remove the fuel cap or refuel a gasoline
engine while the engine is running or hot. Never
allow fuel to spill on hot machine components.
Maintain control of the fuel filler nozzle when
filling the tank.
DO NOT fill the fuel tank to capacity. Allow room
for expansion.
Clean up spilled fuel immediately.
Tighten the fuel tank cap securely. If the fuel cap
is lost, replace it with an approved cap from
Snorkel. Use of a non-approved cap without
proper venting may result in pressurization of the
tank.
Never use fuel for cleaning purposes.
For diesel engines, use the correct fuel grade for
the operating season.
■ Safety Placards and Decals
There are several safety placards and decals on
the AB50J. Their locations and descriptions are
shown in this section. Take time to study them.
Be sure that all the safety placards and decals
on the AB50J are legible. Clean or replace
them if you cannot read the words or see the
pictures. Clean with soap & water and a soft
cloth. Do not use solvents.
You MUST replace a placard or decal if it is
damaged, missing, or cannot be read. If it is
on a part that is replaced, make sure a new
decal or placard is installed on the replaced
part. See your Snorkel dealer for new decals
and placards.
Refer to Placards and Decals in the “Daily
Inspection and Maintenance” chapter 7, for
part numbers, location, and required quantities
of all placards and decals.
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