Safety regulations
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D When working on the electrical system, first disconnect the earth cable of the battery
and reconnect this last to prevent short circuits.
D Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for handling batteries.
Caution:
Accumulator acid is toxic and caustic. Battery gases are explosive.
D When performing welding work, observe the “Notes for welders”.
2. Regulations designed to prevent damage to engine and premature wear
D The engine must be cleaned thoroughly prior to repair. Ensure that dirt, sand or foreign matter
will not get into the engine during repair work.
D If engine operation is disrupted, immediately determine the cause and have it remedied to prevent addi-
tional damage.
D Always use genuine MAN parts only.Installation of “equally” good parts from other suppliers may cause
severe damage for which the workshop carrying out the work is responsible.
D Never allow the engine to run dry, i.e. without lubricant or coolant.
Appropriate notices must be attached to engines that are not ready for operation.
D Use only MAN-approved service products (fuel, engine oil, anti-freeze and anti-corrosion agent). Pay
attention to cleanliness. Diesel fuel must be free of water.
D Do not fill engine oil beyond the max. notch on the dipstick. Do not exceed the maximum per-
missible tilt of the engine.
Serious damage to the engine may result if these instructions are not adhered to.
D Control and monitoring devices (charge control, oil pressure, coolant temperature) must be in perfect
working order.
D Observe the instructions for operating the alternator; see chapter “Maintenance and care” in the Oper-
ator’s Manual.
3. Regulations designed to prevent pollution
Engine oil and filter cartridges and elements, fuel / fuel filters
D Old oil must be passed on for recycling.
D Take strict precautions to ensure that no oil or Diesel fuel gets into the drains or the ground.
Caution:
The drinking water supply could be contaminated.
D Filter elements are classed as dangerous waste and must be treated as such.
Coolant
D Treat undiluted corrosion protection agents and / or antifreeze as hazardous waste.
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