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Anti-freeze agents are hazardous to health.
Read the instructions on the product pack-
aging!
Certain engine conservation oils are inflam-
mable. Some of them are also dangerous if
breathed in. Ensure good ventilation in the
work place. Use a protective mask when
spraying.
Hot oil can cause burns. Avoid getting hot
oil on the skin. Ensure that the lubrication
system is not under pressure before carry-
ing out any work. Never start or operate the
engine with the oil filler cap removed, other-
wise oil could be ejected.
Never allow an open flame or electric sparks
near the battery area. Never smoke in proxi-
mity to the batteries. The batteries give off
hydrogen gas during charging which when
mixed with air can form an explosive gas.
This gas is easily ignited and highly volatile.
Incorrect connection of the battery can cause
sparks sufficient to cause an explosion with
resulting damage. Do not shift the connec-
tions when attempting to start the engine
(spark risk) and do not lean over any of the
batteries. Refer to instructions in the Instruc-
tion Book.
Always ensure that the Plus (positive) and
Minus (negative) battery leads are correctly
installed on the corresponding terminal
posts on the battery. Incorrect installation
can result in serious damage to the electri-
cal equipment. Refer to the wiring dia-
grams.
Always use protective goggles when char-
ging and handling the batteries. The battery
electrolyte contains extremely corrosive
sulphuric acid. If this should come in con-
tact with the skin, immediately wash with
soap and plenty of water. If battery acid co-
mes in contact with the eyes, immediately
flush with water and obtain medical assis-
tance.
Turn the engine off and turn off the power
at the main switches (breakers) before car-
rying out work on the electrical system.
Clutch adjustments, where a clutch is fit-
ted, must be carried out with the engine tur-
ned off.
Use the lifting eyes fitted on the engine/re-
verse gear when lifting the drive unit. Al-
ways check that the lifting equipment used
is in good condition and has the load capaci-
ty to lift the engine (engine weight including
reverse gear and any extra equipment instal-
led).
To ensure safe lifting and avoid damage to
components installed on the top of the engi-
ne use an adjustable lifting beam. All chains
and cables must run parallel to each other
and as perpendicular as possible to the up-
per side of the engine.
If extra equipment is installed on the engine
which alters its center of gravity a special
lifting device is required to obtain the correct
balance for safe handling.
Never carry out work on an engine sus-
pended on a hoist.
The components in the electrical system,
the ignition system (gasoline/petrol engines)
and in the fuel system on Volvo Penta pro-
ducts are designed and manufactured to mi-
nimize risks of fire and explosion.
Using parts that are not Original Volvo
Penta parts which do not correspond to the
demands above, can result in fire or explo-
sion on board. Any type of damage which is
the result of using replacement parts that
are not original Volvo Penta replacement
parts for the product in question will not be
covered under any warranty or guarantee
provided by AB Volvo Penta.
Fuel filter replacement should be carried out
on a cold engine in order to avoid the risk of
fire caused by fuel spillage on the exhaust
manifold. Always cover the generator (alter-
nator), if it is located under the fuel filter.
The generator (alternator) can be damaged
by spilled fuel.
Always use protective gloves when detec-
ting leaks. Liquids ejected under pressure
can penetrate the body tissues and cause
serious injury. Danger of blood poisoning.
Always use fuels recommended by Volvo
Penta. Refer to the Instruction Book. Use of
fuels that are of a lower quality can damage
the engine. On a diesel engine poor quality
fuel can cause the actuating rod to hang
and the engine to overrev with resulting risk
of damage to the engine and personal inju-
ry. Poor fuel quality can also lead to higher
maintenance costs.
Observe the following when cleaning with
high-pressure water jets. Never point the
water jet at seals, rubber hoses or electrical
components. Never use high pressure jets
when washing the engine.
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