Caution Summary; Engine Operation - Detroit Diesel MBE 900 Operator's Manual

CAUTION SUMMARY

The following cautions must be
observed by the operator of the
vehicle or equipment in which this
engine is installed and/or by those
performing basic engine preventive
maintenance. Failure to read and heed
these cautions and exercise reasonable
care for personal safety and the
safety of others when operating the
vehicle/equipment or performing basic
engine preventive maintenance may
result in personal injury and engine
and/or vehicle/equipment damage.

Engine Operation

Observe the following cautions when
operating the engine.
FIRE
To avoid injury from fire, keep all
potential ignition sources away
from diesel fuel, including open
flames, sparks, and electrical
resistance heating elements. Do
not smoke when refueling.
All information subject to change without notice. (Rev. 04/08)
DDC-SVC-MAN-0040 0704 Copyright © 2008 DETROIT DIESEL CORPORATION
MBE 900 ENGINE 2007 OPERATOR'S GUIDE
During parked regeneration the
exhaust gases will be extremely
HOT and could cause a fire
if directed at combustible
materials. The vehicle must be
parked outside.
PERSONAL INJURY
Diesel engine exhaust and some
of its constituents are known to
the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects, and other
reproductive harm.
□ Always start and operate an
engine in a well ventilated
area.
□ If operating an engine in
an enclosed area, vent the
exhaust to the outside.
□ Do not modify or tamper
with the exhaust system or
emission control system.
HOT EXHAUST
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