SECTION 1 – GENERAL INFORMATION AND SAFETY
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Engine
1. Keep the engine area clean of dust, chaff and
straw to prevent the possibility of fires.
2. Never idle the engine in an enclosed area as
harmful exhaust gases may build up.
3. Wear a suitable hearing protective device, such
as ear muffs or ear plugs, if you are exposed to
noise which you feel is uncomfortable.
4. The cooling system operates under pressure
which is controlled by the radiator cap. It is dan-
gerous to remove the cap while the engine is hot.
• Switch off the engine and wait until it has
cooled. Even then use extreme care when
removing the cap. Cover the cap with a rag
and turn it slowly to the first stop to allow the
pressure to escape before removing the cap
completely. Stand clear of the radiator
opening as hot coolant may splash out.
• Never add cold water to a hot radiator.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in
serious personal injury from hot coolant or steam
blowout and/or damage to the cooling system or
engine.
5. Antifreeze contains monoethylene glycol and
other chemicals which are toxic if taken internally
and can be absorbed in toxic amounts through re-
peated or prolonged skin contact. Follow these
precautions when working with antifreeze:
• Never take antifreeze internally. If antifreeze
is swallowed accidentally, obtain medical
attention immediately.
• Keep antifreeze in sealed containers out of
reach of children, livestock or pets.
6. The fuel oil in the injection system is under high
pressure and can penetrate the skin. Unqualified
persons should not remove or attempt to adjust
a fuel injection pump, injector, nozzle or any other
part of the fuel injection system. Failure to follow
these instructions may result in serious injury.
If fuel is injected through the skin, medical assist-
ance should be obtained.
7. Be very careful to avoid contact with hot engine
oil. If the engine oil is extremely hot, allow the oil
to cool to a moderately warm temperature for
safe removal.
8. Never handle a hot oil filter with bare hands.
9. Continuous and prolonged contact with used en-
gine oil may cause skin cancer. Protect your skin
by wearing heavy plastic gloves. If oil gets onto
the skin, wash promptly with soap and water.
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