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SAFETY PRECATIONS
3. Exhaust fumes are poisonous and
can cause illness, brain injury, or
even death due to lack of oxygen.
Therefore, operate the engine
where there is good ventilation and
there are no people or cattle.
4. Don't operate diesel engines in a
place where may be combustible
vapors. Responsibility for operating
the engine safely in dangerous
places must be assumed by the
machine managers and workers
5. Use diesel fuel only. Never mix
gasoline or alcohol with diesel
fuel. Fuel mixtures will damage
the engine and may cause an
explosion.
6. Confi rm that the engine is stopped
when repairing the machine,
performing maintenance work, or
refilling the fuel. Don't open the
caps of the radiator or auxiliary
tank while operating the engine or
just after the engine is stopped.
If opened, hot water is ejected,
which may cause burning injuries
to people around. Open the
radiator cap 10 minutes after the
engine is stopped.
7. Make sure that all drains and caps
are tightly closed and all fl uid levels
are correct before starting. Always
check for leaks and ensure that
any loose parts are repaired before
operating the engine. Loose parts
are the operator’s responsibility
and may cause damage or injury
if ignored. Loose parts are the
operator’s responsibility and may
cause damage or injury if ignored.
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