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SMART 2000
SERVICE PRECAUTIONS
For safety, read and follow the service precautions below. Know the hazards associated with the equip
ment you are working on to prevent personal injury or damage to equipment.
For service assistance, consult you nearest American Lincoln Technology Dealer. For best performance
replace worn parts with genuine American Lincoln Technology part s.
Refer all Maintenance and Service requirements to Qualified Maintenance Personnel.
WARNING
DO NOT attempt to service this machine until you have read and understand all Safety Warnings associated with
the equipment you are working on.
WARNING
Electrical repairs must be done by authorized personnel only. Consult your American-Lincoln Authorized Service
Person to do service procedures. Use only genuine American-Lincoln parts.
WARNING
Unexpected movement could cause injury. Always park on a level surface, turn key off, and engage parking brake
before working on the machine.
WARNING
Maintenance and repairs must be done by authorized personnel only. Always empty the hopper and disconnect
the batteries before doing any maintenance. Keep all fasteners tight. Keep adjustments according to the specifi-
cations as shown in the Service Manual for this machine.
WARNING
Always wear eye protection and protective clothing when working near batteries. Do not put tools or other metal
objects across the tops of the batteries. NO SMOKING.
WARNING
The hopper could fall and cause serious injury. Always engage the hopper safety arm before working under the
hopper.
WARNING
Moving the fan and belt may cause injury. Stay clear of moving parts.
WARNING
Pinch points may cause injury. Stay clear of moving parts.
WARNING
To maintain the stability of this machine in normal operation, the overhead guard, or any similar equipment
installed by the manufacturer as original equipment should not be removed. If it becomes necessary to remove
such equipment for repair or maintenance, this equipment must be reinstalled before the machine is placed back
in operation.
WARNING
To prevent injury or engine damage, do not remove the radiator cap under any conditions while the engine is
running or when it is hot. To prevent burns from steam or scalding hot coolant being expelled from the radiator,
use extreme care when removing the radiator cap. Wait until the engine has cooled.