Challenger Terra Gator 3244 Chassis. Manual - part 4

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STAY CLEAR OF ROTATING DRIVE 
LINES AND MOVING PARTS

FIG. 16: Entanglement in rotating drive lines or moving

components will cause serious injury or death.

FIG. 17: Keep all safety guards and shields in place at

all times when operating the vehicle.

Turn the key switch to the OFF position. Remove the

key from the switch to prevent unauthorized operation

of the vehicle before removing any safety guards and

shields.

Wear close fitting clothing. Stop the engine and make

sure the drive lines are stopped before making any

adjustments or performing any type of service on the

engine or vehicle.

TOWING OTHER VEHICLES / TRAILERS 
/ EQUIPMENT

FIG. 18: Towing of other vehicles without brakes is

NOT approved by Challenger.

Using the vehicle for towing can create a safety hazard

and can void the vehicle or system warranty.

MODIFICATIONS

Welding or altering the chassis in any way (such as

adding implement towing hitches) can cause damage

or failure of components and create a safety hazard.

Modifications not approved by Challenger can also void

the vehicle or system warranty.

FIG. 16

FIG. 17

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MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE SAFETY

FIG. 19: Read the maintenance and safety

instructions and understand them before performing

any maintenance procedures.

Never perform any maintenance procedures or repairs

if the instructions and safety procedures are not fully

understood. Only trained and qualified personnel

should perform any maintenance procedures or

repairs.

Never modify any equipment or add attachments not

approved by Challenger.

PRACTICE SAFE MAINTENANCE

FIG. 20: Never lubricate, service, or adjust the vehicle,

any of its systems or components while they are

moving.

Never wear a necktie, necklace, scarf or loose clothing

when working near machine tools or moving parts.

Tie long hair behind the head and wear a hair net.

Remove rings and other jewelry to prevent electrical

shorts or other personal injury when in contact with

machine tools or moving parts.

FIG. 21: Stop the engine. Remove the key.

Allow the vehicle to cool.

Keep all parts in good condition and properly installed.

Fix any damaged vehicle, systems or component

immediately.

Replace worn, damaged or broken parts immediately.

Remove any buildup of grease, oil or debris.

Disconnect the electrical system before making

adjustments on electrical systems or welding on the

vehicle.

FIG. 19

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CHEMICAL SAFETY

Operator Cabs

FIG. 22: Some cabs use filters that MAY NOT filter out

dangerous chemicals.

Follow instructions given by the chemical manufacturer.

Cabs labeled as "Enclosed Cabs for Pesticide

Application Incorporating Respiratory

Protection" or "ECPAR" comply with ASAE S525 and

EPA Worker Protection Standards for operating in a

pesticide environment. This does not include

fumigants. (Look for  the ECPAR decal to check if the

cab is an ECPAR cab.) However, to remain in

compliance, ECPAR cabs MUST be operated with the

door closed and the fan on MAX setting when applying

or driving in a treated area. Operators must also avoid

entering or exiting the cab in treated areas. Cabs must

be equipped with the required filters and maintained

properly. (See the Maintenance Section of this manual.) 

FIG. 23: Never spray hazardous chemicals when the

wind is in excess of the chemical manufacturer's

recommendation. NEVER allow chemicals to contact

the skin or eyes.

FIG. 24: Always wear APPROVED protective

equipment and clothing.

Before leaving the cab, wear personal protective

equipment as required by pesticide use instructions

and the chemical manufacturer recommendations.

Before re-entering the cab, remove protective

equipment and store; either outside the cab in a closed

box or another type of sealable container. Inside the

cab, use a pesticide resistant container such as a

plastic bag or approved container. Clean shoes or

boots to remove soil or other contaminant prior to

entering the cab.

Select a safe area to fill, flush, calibrate and

decontaminate the vehicle. Select an area where

hazardous chemicals will not drift or run off to

contaminate people, animals, vegetation, water supply,

etc.

If hazardous chemicals come in contact with the body,

wash immediately according to the chemical

manufacturer's recommendations.

Never place nozzles, tips or other parts to lips to blow

out trash or debris. Have spare tips available for

replacement.

FIG. 22

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FIG. 25: Clean the vehicle of hazardous chemicals

after use. Hazardous chemical residue can build up on

the inside and outside of the vehicle. 

Direct exposure to hazardous chemicals can cause

serious injury or death. Potentially hazardous

chemicals used with Challenger equipment include

such items as fuel, lubricants, coolants, hydraulic fluid,

paints and adhesives.

FIG. 26: The Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)

provides specific details on hazardous chemical

products: physical and health hazards, safety

procedures and emergency response techniques.

Check the MSDS before starting any project using a

hazardous chemical. Know exactly what the risks are

and how to do the project safely. Follow procedures

and equipment recommendations.

(See the chemical manufacturer for MSDS's on

chemical products used with Challenger equipment.)

WEAR PROTECTIVE CLOTHING

FIG. 27: Wear close fitting clothes and the proper

safety equipment required for the job.

Wear a suitable hearing protection device such as

earmuffs or earplugs to protect against objectionable or

uncomfortable loud noises.

Prolonged exposure to high decibels or loud noise can

cause hearing impairment or loss of hearing.

Operating equipment safely requires the full attention of

the operator. Never wear radio or music headphones

while operating the vehicle.

WORK IN A CLEAN AREA

FIG. 28: Thoroughly clean the work area, the vehicle,

systems, and components before starting a job. Dirty

and greasy areas can create work hazards.

FIG. 25

FIG. 26

FIG. 27

FIG. 28