Safety regulations
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During maintenance and care
D Always carry out maintenance work when the engine is switched off.
D Change the oil when the engines is warm from operation.
Caution:
There is a risk of burns and scalding. Do not touch oil drain plugs or oil filters with bare
hands.
D Take into account the amount of oil in the sump. Use a vessel of sufficient size to en-
sure that the oil will not overflow.
D Open the coolant circuit only when the engine has cooled down. If opening while the
engine is still warm is unavoidable, comply with the instructions in the chapter entitled
”Maintenance and Care”.
D Neither tighten up nor open pipes and hoses (lube oil circuit, coolant circuit and any
additional hydraulic oil circuit) during the operation. The fluids which flow out can
cause injury.
D When using compressed air, e.g. for cleaning the radiator, wear goggles.
D Keep service products (anti-freeze) only in containers which can not be confused with
drinks containers.
D Comply with the manufacturer’s instructions when handling batteries.
Caution:
Accumulator acid is toxic and caustic. Battery gases are explosive.
When carrying out checking, setting and repair work
D Checking, setting and repair work must be carried out by authorized personnel only.
D Use only tools which are in satisfactory condition. Worn open-end wrench slip, which
could lead to injury.
D When the engine is hanging on a crane, no-one must be allowed to stand or pass un-
der it. Keep lifting gear in good condition.
D When working on parts which contain asbestos, comply with the notes at the end of
this chapter.
D When working on the electrical system disconnect the battery earth cable first. Con-
nect it up again last in order to prevent short circuits.
Comply with the safety rules for electronic ignition systems, see chapter ”Checking
and setting”
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