Lull 944E-42 Operation Manual - Manual (Page 14)

12 Model 944E Origin 3/04
Safety Practices
1. Seat Belt
Always fasten the seat belt before starting the engine.
2. Clothing and Safety Gear
DO NOT wear loose clothing or jewelry that can get caught on controls or
moving parts. Wear protective clothing and personal safety gear issued or
called for by job conditions.
3. Dismounting
DO NOT get off the vehicle until you:
ï level the vehicle,
ï ground the carriage,
ï place the travel select lever in the (N)
NEUTRAL DETENT position,
ï engage the parking brake switch,
ï turn the engine off, if appropriate,
ï unbuckle the seat belt,
ï exit the vehicle using the hand holds.
4. Chemical Hazards
A. Exhaust Fumes
Fumes from the engine exhaust can cause death or serious personal injury.
DO NOT operate vehicle in an enclosed area without a ventilation system
capable of routing the hazardous fumes outdoors.
B. Explosive Fuel
Engine fuel is flammable and can cause a fire and/or an explosion. Avoid
danger by keeping sparks, open flames and smoking materials away from
the vehicle and from fuel during refueling or when servicing the fuel
system. Know where fire extinguishers are kept on the worksite and how to
use them.
C. Ether or High Energy Starting Aids
The engine utilizes a grid heating system inside the induction manifold for
cold starting conditions.
Personal Considerations
WARNING:
This diesel engine uses a grid heating system inside
the induction manifold. DO NOT use ether or any high energy fuels to
assist starting. An explosion may cause death or serious personal injury
or engine damage.
ALWAYS
engage parking brake
before dismounting
WARNING
VEHICLE
ROLLAWAY
can cause
death or
serious
injury
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