Safety instructions
A5.03
M20-M601C
en / 01.12.1999 AA000022 2/4
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• When work is being carried out on engines and systems, the switch-on devices have to
be switched off and protected. In order to prevent reconnection, the engines and
systems have to be marked with a plate “Do not switch” or an appropriate pictogram
plate!
• Re-install removed guards and protecting devices on completion of work.
• During replacement work, individual parts and large assemblies are to be carefully
fastened and secured on hoists to avoid risks of accidents!
• Use only suitable and technically perfect lifting gear and suspension systems with
adequate lifting capacity!
• Never work or stand under suspended loads!
• When carrying out overhead assembly work, the specially designed or safety-oriented
climbing aids are to be used only!
• Do not use engine/plant parts for climbing on!
• Keep all handles, steps, handrails, platforms, ladders free from dirt, e.g. oil, grease,
fuel!
• Clean the engine parts, especially connections and threaded unions of any traces of oil,
fuel or preservatives before carrying out maintenance/repair (disassembly, assembly)!
• Never use aggresive detergents and preservatives!
• Use non-fuzzy cleaning rags!
• Pressurized plant components (lube oil, hydraulic oil, fuel, cooling water, starting and
control air) must be depressurized. Shut-off valves are to be secured by a plate “Do not
open”!
• Mounting openings are to be protected!
• Perfect hoists, tools and devices are to be used only!
• Observe all indicating labels attached to the engine!