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Never jump across the starter solenoid terminals in order to start the engine. Unexpected machine movement could result.
Whenever there are equipment control linkages the clearance in the linkage area will change with the movement of the equipment or the machine. Stay clear of areas that may have a sudden change in clearance with machine movement or equipment movement.
Stay clear of all rotating and moving parts.
If it is necessary to remove guards in order to perform maintenance, always install the guards after the maintenance is performed.
Keep objects away from moving fan blades. The fan blade will throw objects or cut objects.
Do not use a kinked wire cable or a frayed wire cable. Wear gloves when you handle wire cable.
When you strike a retainer pin with force, the retainer pin can fly out. The loose retainer pin can injure personnel. Make sure that the area is clear of people when you strike a retainer pin. To avoid injury to your eyes, wear protective glasses when you strike a retainer pin.
Chips or other debris can fly off an object when you strike the object. Make sure that no one can be injured by flying debris before striking any object.
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Ensure that the filler cap is cool before removing the filler cap. The filler cap must be cool enough to touch with a bare hand. Remove the filler cap slowly in order to relieve pressure.
Cooling system conditioner contains alkali. Alkali can cause personal injury. Do not allow alkali to contact the skin, the eyes, or the mouth.
Oils
Hot oil and hot components can cause personal injury. Do not allow hot oil to contact the skin. Also, do not allow hot components to contact the skin.
Remove the hydraulic tank filler cap only after the engine has been stopped. The filler cap must be cool enough to touch with a bare hand. Follow the standard procedure in this manual in order to remove the hydraulic tank filler cap.
Batteries
Electrolyte is an acid. Electrolyte can cause personal injury. Do not allow electrolyte to contact the skin or the eyes. Always wear protective glasses for servicing batteries. Wash hands after touching the batteries and connectors. Use of gloves is recommended.
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Fire Prevention and Explosion Prevention
Burn Prevention
SMCS Code: 7000
Do not touch any part of an operating engine. Allow the engine to cool before any maintenance is performed on the engine. Relieve all pressure in the air system, in the oil system, in the lubrication system, in the fuel system, or in the cooling system before any lines, fittings or related items are disconnected.
Coolant
When the engine is at operating temperature, the engine coolant is hot. The coolant is also under pressure. The radiator and all lines to the heaters or to the engine contain hot coolant.
Any contact with hot coolant or with steam can cause severe burns. Allow cooling system components to cool before the cooling system is drained.
Check the coolant level only after the engine has been stopped.
SMCS Code: 7000
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General
All fuels, most lubricants, and some coolant mixtures are flammable.
To minimize the risk of fire or explosion, Caterpillar recommends the following actions.
