Practice Safe Maintenance

If maintenance procedure must be performed with engine running, do not leave machine unattended.

Keep all parts in good condition and properly installed. Fix damage immediately. Replace worn or broken parts. Remove any buildup of grease, oil, or debris.

Understand service procedure before doing work. Keep area clean and dry.

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Use a loader boom service lock (A) to hold machine elements that must be raised for service work or repair.

Never lubricate, or service machine while it is moving. Keep hands, feet, and clothing from power-driven parts.

Before servicing machine and leaving the operator's seat, do the following:

1. Park machine on a level surface.
2. Lower all equipment to the ground.
3. Move FNR range lever to neutral "N".

causym CAUTION: Prevent possible personal injury from unexpected machine movement. NEVER rely on FNR range lever alone to keep machine from moving. Machine can unexpectedly roll or move under power, resulting in death or serious injury. Always set park brake to hold machine.

4. Set park brake.

IMPORTANT: Turbocharger may be damaged if engine is not properly shut down.

5. Operate at 1/2 speed without load for two minutes.
6. Move speed control lever to slow idle position.
7. Turn key switch to OFF position to stop engine and remove key from switch.
8. Move hydraulic control levers to release hydraulic pressure.

Disconnect battery ground cable (-) before making adjustments on electrical systems or welding on machine.

Allow engine to cool.

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