Progressive Turf Equipment TDR-30 - Manual (Page 13)

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 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.
WORKING ON GALVANIZED / PLATED SURFACES
 Only qualified welders should attempt a weld repair on galvanized or plated
components. Proper pre-welding surface preparation is required.
 Always ensure proper ventilation, wear proper respiratory protective equipment and
avoid direct contact with smoke emitted from welding process.