At operating temperature, the engine coolant is hot and the engine coolant is under pressure. The radiator and all the lines to the engine contain hot water or steam. Any contact can cause severe burns.
Steam can cause personal injury.
Check the coolant level only after the engine has been stopped. In order to remove the filler cap, the filler cap must be cool enough to touch with your bare hand.
In order to relieve the pressure, remove the cooling system filler cap slowly .
Cooling system additive contains alkali that can cause personal injury. Avoid contact with the skin and with the eyes. Do not drink the cooling system additive.
Allow cooling system components to cool before draining.
Hot oil and hot components can cause personal injury. Do not allow hot oil or components to contact the skin.
At operating temperature, the hydraulic tank is hot and the hydraulic tank can be under pressure.
Remove the hydraulic tank filler cap only after the engine has been stopped. In order to remove the filler cap, the filler cap must be cool enough to touch with your bare hand.
Remove the hydraulic tank filler cap slowly in order to relieve pressure in the hydraulic tank. Before any lines, fittings or related items are disconnected or removed, relieve the pressure in the following systems:
- Air
- Oil
- Fuel
- Cooling
The pins and bushings in a dry track pin joint can become very hot. It is possible to burn the fingers if there is more than brief contact with these components.
Batteries give off flammable fumes which can explode. Do not smoke when you are observing the battery electrolyte levels.
Electrolyte is an acid. Electrolyte can cause personal injury if the electrolyte contacts the skin or the eyes. You must always wear protective glasses when you work with the batteries.