SAFETY INF ORMATION
Safety Information
This manual provides general and specific maintenance
procedures essential for reliable engine operation and your
safety. Since many variations in procedures, tools, and service
parts are involved, advice for all possible safety conditions and
hazards cannot be stated.
Read safety instructions before doing any service and test
procedures for the engine or vehicle. See related application
manuals for more information.
Obey Safety Instructions, Warnings, Cautions, and Notes in this
manual. Not following warnings, cautions, and notes can lead to
injury, death or damage to the engine or vehicle.
Safety Terminology
Three terms are used to stress your safety and safe operation of
the engine: Warning, Caution, and Note
Warning: A wa rning describes ac tio ns necessary to prev ent
or eliminate conditions, hazards, and unsafe practices that can
cause personal injury or d eath.
Caution: A caution des cribes actions necessary to prevent or
eliminate conditions that can cause damage to the engine or
vehicle.
Note: A note describes actions necessary for correct, efficient
engine operation.
Safety Instructions
Work Area
• Keep work area clean, dry, and organized.
• Keep tools and parts off the floor.
• Make sure the work area is ventilated and well lit.
• Make sure a First Aid Kit is available.
Safety Equipment
• Use correct lifting devices.
• Use safety blocks and stands.
Protective Measures
• Wear protective safety glasses and shoes.
• Wear correct hearing protection.
• Wear cotton work clothing.
• Wear sleeved heat protective gloves.
• Do not wear rin gs, watches or oth er jewelry.
• Restrain long hair.
Vehicle
• Shift transmission to park or neutral, set parking brake, and
block wheels before doing diagnostic or service procedures.
Form No. 1172040R1
Printed in the United States of America Page 3
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