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12 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR REPAIRS
The »Safety instructions for repairs« section does not consist of instructions for repairs, but rather of safety instructions which, in addition to the generally valid safety regulations for repair work, refer to hazards that could occur during repair work, and of notes which should prevent the machine from being damaged during repairs.
Specific repair instructions are not included in this
Operator’s Manual.
Observe in particular:
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The basic safety instructions.
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The basic safety instructions for servicing and inspection.
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All warning signs and instructions attached to the loader.
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That the descriptions of work processes provide the necessary instructions only for experienced specialized personnel.
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That the Operator’s Manual is always kept with the loader
Repair personnel:
12.1 General safety regulations for repairs
Operator’s Manual:
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Perform repairs only if you have read and understood the Operator’s Manual.
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Repair personnel must have specialized knowledge and experience in repairing this or comparable loaders.
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Should knowledge be lacking, training by experienced repair, e.g. Wacker Neuson Service, should be perform.
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Articulated frame lock:
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Always install the articulating joint lock when performing repair work in the articulation crush zone.
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Remove the articulated joint lock and store it properly
(Ref. Section 6.2, page 112) after completing the re-
pair work.
Removing components:
WARNING
Burn hazard.
Engine components and fluids can get very hot during operation.
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Do
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remove components when the loader is warm from operation.
Accumulators:
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Do not attempt to repair accumulators. These are pressurized devices requiring special technical skill and tools to repair. Replace the entire assembly.
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Relieve hydraulic pressure in hydraulic lines and hose assemblies, cylinders, coolers, the hydraulic reservoir, pressure reservoirs and other systems or accumulators before beginning work.
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Replace defective components before using the wheel loader.
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Clean components carefully before removing them.
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Mark the parts removed in the correct order so that you do not make mistakes when installing them.
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When removing a component, plug the cleared connections, open holes and housing carefully so that no dirt can infiltrate.
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Do not remove seals or sealing wax:
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Changing rated pressures for relief valves is prohibited without the express consent of Wacker Neuson.
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Do not damage or remove seals and sealing wax on the engine, the pressure limiting valves and accumulators.
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If an area is repainted and a safety label is damaged or obliterated, replace the label before using the machine.
If a removed component or assembly had a safety message label, replace the label with the replacement part.
Your Wacker Neuson dealer can help you to get replacement labels for your machine
After completing the repair:
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Put protective paint on all uncoated machine parts to prevent corrosion damage.
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Install the cab mounting screws again after the repair work has been completed.
• Reattach all safety devices, covers and noise/vibration insulation after repair work has been completed.
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Check the functioning of the loader, in particular the parts repaired in trial operation. Make sure that no one is in the loader‘s danger area.
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Do not approve the loader for operation until all the loader‘s areas function properly.
