Mitsubishi L Series Service Manual page 8

INTRODUCTION
Stay clear of all rotating and moving parts
Install protective covers on rotating parts
Make sure the protective covers for
engine rotating parts are properly
installed as intended. Repair loose
or damaged protective covers as
necessary.
Never remove the covers guarding
personnel from rotating parts, when the engine is oper-
ating.
When combining the engine with the engine-driven ma-
chine or radiator, always provide a cover on every ex-
posed moving part such as driving belt and coupling.
Never remove protective covers.
Ensure safety of neighboring people before
starting engine
Before starting the engine, ensure that there is nobody
in the neighborhood and that no tools are left on or near
the engine. Verbally notify people around the engine or
in the work area when starting the engine.
When the starter device is posted with a sign that pro-
hibits startup operation, do not operate the engine.
Stay clear of moving parts during engine
running
Do not approach rotating or sliding
parts of the engine when the engine
is in operation.
Keep objects likely to be caught by
rotating parts away from such parts.
If any part of the clothing or outfit-
ting is caught by a rotating part, se-
rious bodily injuries could result.
IV
Lockout and Tagout
Be sure to lockout and tagout before starting inspection
and maintenance.
Lockout and tagout are effective methods of cutting off
machines and equipment from energy sources.
To accomplish the lockout/tagout, remove the starter
switch key, set the battery switch to OFF and attach a
"Do Not Run" or similar caution tag to the starter switch.
The starter switch key must be kept by the person who
performs inspection and maintenance during the work.
In the case of pneumatic starting type, close the main
valve of the air tank and post a tag saying "Do Not
Open the Valve" or the like.
Keep engine stopped during servicing
Be sure to stop the engine before proceeding to inspec-
tion and service procedure. Never attempt to make ad-
justments on the engine parts while the engine is
running. Rotating parts such as belt can entangle your
body and cause serious injuries.
Always restore engine turning tools after
use
Do not forget to remove the tools which have been
used for turning the engine during inspection or servic-
ing, after the procedure is finished. Remember also
that the turning gear must be returned to the operating
condition before starting the engine.
Starting the engine with the turning tools inserted or
with the turning gear in engagement can lead to not
only engine damage but also personal injuries.