TM 10-3930-659-34 2-4. GENERAL (Con’t). d. The following "Initial Setup" information applies to all maintenance procedures: (1) Resources are not listed unless they apply to the procedure. (2) "Personnel Required" is listed only if more than one mechanic is required to complete the procedure. e. All tags and forms attached to the equipment must be checked to learn the reason for removal of equipment from  service.  Modification  Work  Orders  (MWOs)  and  Technical  Bulletins  (TBs)  must  also  be  checked  for  equipment changes and updates. 2-5. WORK SAFETY. a.  Before  beginning  a  procedure,  think  about  the  safety  risks  and  hazards  to  yourself  and  to  others.  Wear protective gear such as safety goggles or lenses, safety shoes, rubber apron, or gloves. b.  Before  beginning  a  procedure,  ensure  that  the  following  conditions  have  been  observed,  unless  otherwise specified: (1) Forklift truck must be parked on level ground with parking brake applied. (2) Forks must be lowered to ground. (3) Transmission must be in N (Neutral) and locked. (4) Engine must be off. (5) Battery disconnect switch must be in OFF position. (6) Components must be at operating temperature to be tested. c. Immediately clean up spilled fluids to avoid slipping. d. When lifting heavy parts, have someone help you. Ensure that lifting equipment or jack is working properly, that it meets weight requirement of part being lifted, and that it is securely fastened to part. e. Always use power tools carefully. f. Observe all WARNINGs and CAUTIONs. 2-6. CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS. WARNING Improper cleaning methods and use of unauthorized cleaning liquids or solvents can Injure personnel and damage equipment. To prevent this, refer to TM 9-247 for further instructions. a. General. Cleaning instructions will be the same for  the  majority  of  parts  and  components  which  make  up  the forklift truck. The following applies to all cleaning operations: (1) Clean all parts before inspection, after repair, and before assembly. 2-3