Progressive Turf Equipment Pro-Max 36 - Manual (Page 12)

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 Immediately replace any hydraulic hose that shows signs of swelling, wear, leaks or
damage so it does not burst.
 Do not use your hand to check for hydraulic oil leaks. Use a piece of cardboard
instead. Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure can penetrate the skin causing
serious injury. If skin penetration occurs, seek medical attention immediately.
Relieve all pressure before disconnecting hoses.
 Do not bend or strike hydraulic lines, tubes or hoses, or reinstall them in a bent or
damaged condition.
 Inspect tires daily for wear or damage. Check tire pressures weekly with an accurate
pressure gauge. Do not inflate tires beyond 35 psi.
 Mounting and dismounting tires from rims can be dangerous and should be
performed by trained personnel using correct tools, equipment and procedures.
WELDING AND GRINDING WORK PRECAUTIONS
IMPORTANT! A fire extinguisher should be easily accessible during all welding
work.
 Welding repairs are to be performed by a trained welder with proper service
instructions. Know the material to be welded and select the correct welding
procedure and materials (electrodes, rods, wire) that will provide a weld metal
strength equivalent to the parent material.
 Move the machine to a clean, safe area before welding, grinding or using a cutting
torch on it. This type of work should only be done in a clean area and not in places
that contain combustible liquids, such as fuel tanks, hydraulic pipes or similar.
 Connect arc welder ground as close as possible to work area.
 Work with extra care when welding, grinding or torch cutting near flammable
objects.
WORKING ON PAINTED SURFACES
Heated paint gives off poisonous gases. Therefore, paint must be removed from an
area with a radius of at least 4 in (10 cm) before carrying out welding, grinding,
or gas cutting. In addition to the health hazard, the weld will be of inferior
quality and strength if the paint is not removed.
Methods and precautionary measures when removing paint:
 Blasting – use respiratory protective equipment and protective goggles.
 Paint remover or other chemicals – use a portable air extractor, respiratory protective
equipment, and protective gloves.
 Grinding – use a portable air extractor, respiratory protective equipment, and
protective gloves and goggles.