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GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
- Ensure that the engine is securely mounted.
- Ensure that the ventilation and combustion air ducts are not
obstructed.
- Keep the engine and surrounding areas clean.
- Never allow any part of the body to come into contact with
high pressure fuel oil when testing injection equipment.
- Avoid contact with exhaust pipe when the engine is, or has
recently been running. These parts can be very hot and can
cause severe burns.
- Rectify all fuel, water and oil leaks as soon as possible.
- Isolate the battery when working on the engine.
- All drive belts must receive regular attention.
- Keep electrical contacts free from corrosion etc by smearing
them with petroleum jelly.
- Batteries under charge release explosive gases, therefore
the battery compartment must be well ventilated at all
times. Never allow any smoking, sparks or flames near the
batteries.
- Wear protective goggles when handling liquids which are
harmful to the eyes, for ex. battery acid. If any of these
substances are splashed in the eyes, wash out thoroughly
with clean water.
- Many liquids used in engines are harmful if taken
internally.
In the event of accidentally swallowing oil, fuel, anti-
freeze or battery acid obtain medical assistance
immediately.
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