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Chapter 1 BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Do Not Open Side Cover Until
Engine Cools
Do not attempt to open the side cover of the Crank-
case before the engine cools down. Wait at least 10
minutes after stopping the engine.
Opening the cover when the engine is hot causes
fresh air to flow into the Crankcase, which can cause
oil mist to ignite and explode.
Watch Out for Leaks of Fuel, Oil
and Exhaust Gas
If any fuel, oil or exhaust gas leak is found, immedi-
ately stop the engine. After the engine has completely
cooled, repair the leak.
If oil/fuel is sprayed or leaking onto hot surfaces of the
engine, or if exhaust gas comes in contact with flam-
mable materials, it may ignite and you could burn
yourself or it may cause damage to the engine.
Use Explosion-Proof Lighting
Apparatus
When inspecting fuel, engine oil, cooling water, bat-
tery electrolyte, etc., use a flameproof light. An ordi-
nary lighting apparatus may ignite gas and cause it to
explode.
Prevent Electrical Wires From
Short-Circuiting
Avoid inspecting or servicing the electrical system with
the ground cable connected to the battery. Otherwise,
a fire could result from short-circuiting. Be sure to dis-
connect the battery cable from the negative (-) termi-
nal before proceeding with work.
Short-circuits, which possibly resulting in fire, can be
caused by a loose terminal or damaged cable/wire.
Inspect terminals, cables and wires, and repair or
replace faulty parts before proceeding with work.
Keep Fire Extinguishers and a
First-Aid Kit Handy
Keep fire extinguishers handy, and
become familiar with their usage.
Keep a first-aid kit at the designated
place where it is easily accessible by
anyone at any time.
Establish response procedures to follow in the event
of fire or accident. Provide an emergency evacuation
route and contact points and means of communication
in case of emergency.
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