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Safety Messages

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There are several specific safety messages on this machine. The exact location of the hazards and the
description of the hazards are reviewed in this section. Become familiarized with all safety messages.
Make sure that all of the safety messages are legible. Clean the safety messages or replace the safety
messages if you cannot read the words. Replace the illustrations if the illustrations are not visible. When
you clean the safety messages, use a cloth, water, and soap. Do not use solvent, gasoline, or other harsh
chemicals to clean the safety messages. Solvents, gasoline, or harsh chemicals could loosen the adhesive
that secures the safety message. Loose adhesive will allow the safety message to fall.
Replace any safety message that is damaged or missing. If a safety message is attached to a part of the
machine that is replaced, install a safety message on the replacement part. Any Cat dealer can provide new
safety messages. Do Not Operate (1)
Safety message (1) is positioned on the left-hand side of the cab post in view of the operator.

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Do not operate or work on this equipment unless you have read and
understand the instructions and warnings in the Operation and
Maintenance Manual. Failure to follow the instructions or heed the
warnings could result in injury or death. Contact any Cat dealer for
replacement manuals. Proper care is your responsibility.
Seat Belt (2)
Safety message (2) is positioned on the left-hand side of the cab post in view of the operator.

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A seat belt should be worn at all times during machine operation to

prevent serious injury or death in the event of an accident or machine
overturn. Failure to wear a seat belt during machine operation may
result in serious injury or death.
Do Not Weld On the ROPS (3)
Safety message (3) is positioned on the left rear side of the cab post.

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Structural damage, an overturn, modification, alteration, or improper

repair, can impair this structure's protective capability thereby voiding
this certification. Do not weld on or drill holes in the structure. Consult
a Caterpillar dealer to determine this structure's limitations without
voiding its certification.
This machine has been certified to the standards that are listed on the certification plate. The maximum
mass of the machine, which includes the operator and the attachments without a payload, should not
exceed the mass on the certification plate. Product Link (4) (If Equipped)
Safety message (4) is located in the right side of the cab on the rear support.

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This machine is equipped with a Caterpillar Product Link radio

communication device which must be deactivated within 6.0 m (20 ft) of
a blast zone. Failure to do so could result in serious injury or death.
Refer to Special Instruction, REHS1642, "Operation of the Product Link System" for additional
information. Improper Connections for Jump Start Cables (5)
Safety message (5) is in the battery compartment.

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Explosion Hazard! Improper jumper cable connections can cause an

explosion resulting in serious injury or death. Batteries may be located
in separate compartments. Refer to the Operation and Maintenance
Manual for the correct jump starting procedure.
Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Engine Staring with Jump Start Cables". Compressed
Recoil Spring (6)
Safety message (6) is located inside the track roller frames.

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Do not attempt to remove spring(s), they are not serviceable. Do not cut,
saw, torch or modify this chamber, serious injury or death may result.
Explosion Hazard (7)
Safety message (7) is located near the engine.

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Explosion Hazard! Spraying uncontrolled ether into the air inlet system
can cause explosions or fire that may result in personal injury or death.
Read and follow the starting procedures in the Operation and
Maintenance Manual.
High Pressure Fuel Lines (8)
Safety message (8) is located near the engine.

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Contact with high pressure fuel may cause fluid penetration and burn
hazards. High pressure fuel spray may cause a fire hazard. Failure to
follow these inspection, maintenance and service instructions may cause
personal injury or death.
Do Not Operate (9)
Safety message (9) is located inside the engine compartment.

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Do not operate or work on this equipment unless you have read and
understand the instructions and warnings in the Operation and
Maintenance Manuals. Failure to follow the instructions or heed the
warnings could result in serious injury or death.

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Falling Hazard (10) (If Equipped)

Safety message (10) is located on the blade angle cylinders.

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To prevent possible personal injury during installation and removal of

the laser receivers, lower the mast to the minimum height and use an
approved access system to reach the mounting locations of the laser
receivers at the top of the mast. Do not climb on the blade.
Rotating Fan (11)
Safety message (11) is located on the front of the cooling system fan door.

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Rotating fan blades can result in personal injury or death.

Stop the engine and allow the fan to come to a complete stop before
making any test or adjustment.
Before starting the engine, make sure all of the finger guards are
installed and the guard door is closed. Do not allow any tools or test
equipment to protrude or vibrate into the path of the rotating fan
blades.
Hot Fluid Under Pressure (12)
Safety message (12) is located in two places. One location is under the access door to the radiator cap.
The other location is outside the access door in the front bottom guard.

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Pressurized system! Hot coolant can cause serious burns, injury or

death. To open the cooling system filler cap, stop the engine and wait
until the cooling system components are cool. Loosen the cooling system
pressure cap slowly in order to relieve the pressure. Read and
understand the Operation and Maintenance Manual before performing
any cooling system maintenance.
Laser
If your machine is equipped with the AccuGrade - Laser System, this safety message is located on each
leg of the tripod for the laser.

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Movement of the transmitter could cause unexpected blade movement.

Death or serious injury could occur. Turn off the transmitter before you
move the transmitter or before you adjust the transmitter.

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