General Safety Precautions - Perkins 1106 Series User Handbook Manual

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General safety precautions

These safety precautions are important. You must
refer also to the local regulations in the country of
use. Some items only refer to specific applications.
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Only use these engines in the type of application
for which they have been designed.
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Do not run the engine with the top cover
removed.
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Do not change the specification of the engine.
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It is important to maintain extreme cleanliness
when working on the fuel system, since even
tiny particles can cause engine or fuel system
problems.
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Do not smoke when you put fuel in the tank.
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Clean away fuel which has been spilt. Material
which has been contaminated by fuel must be
moved to a safe place.
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Do not put fuel in the tank while the engine runs
(unless it is absolutely necessary).
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Do not clean, add lubricating oil, or adjust the
engine while it runs (unless you have had the
correct training; even then extreme care must be
used to prevent injury).
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Do not make adjustments that you do not
understand.
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Ensure that the engine does not run in a location
where it can cause a concentration of toxic
emissions.
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Other persons must be kept at a safe distance
while the engine, auxiliary equipment or boat is
in operation.
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Do not permit loose clothing or long hair near
moving parts.
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Keep away from moving parts during engine
operation.
Warning! Some moving parts cannot be seen
clearly while the engine runs.
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Do not operate the engine if a safety guard has
been removed.
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Do not remove the filler cap or any component
of the cooling system while the engine is hot and
while the coolant is under pressure, because
dangerous hot coolant can be discharged.
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Do not use salt water or any other coolant which
can cause corrosion in the closed circuit of the
cooling system.
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Do not allow sparks or fire near the batteries
(especially when the batteries are on charge)
because the gases from the electrolyte are
highly flammable. The battery fluid is dangerous
to the skin and especially to the eyes.
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Disconnect the battery terminals before a repair
is made to the electrical system.
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Only one person must control the engine.
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Ensure that the engine is operated only from the
control panel or from the operators position.
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If your skin comes into contact with high-
pressure fuel, obtain medical assistance
immediately.
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Diesel fuel and lubricating oil (especially used
lubricating oil) can damage the skin of certain
persons. Protect your hands with gloves or a
special solution to protect the skin.
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Do not wear clothing which is contaminated
by lubricating oil. Do not put material which
is contaminated with oil into the pockets of
clothing.
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Discard used lubricating oil in accordance with
local regulations to prevent contamination.
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Use extreme care if emergency repairs must be
made at sea or in adverse conditions.
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The combustible material of some components
of the engine (for example certain seals) can
become extremely dangerous if it is burned.
Never allow this burnt material to come into
contact with the skin or with the eyes.
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Always close the seacock before the removal of
any component of the auxiliary water circuit.
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Wear a face mask if the glass fibre cover of the
turbocharger is to be removed or fitted.
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Always use a safety cage to protect the operator
when a component is to be pressure tested in
a container of water. Fit safety wires to secure
the plugs which seal the hose connections of a
component which is to be pressure tested.
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Do not allow compressed air to contact your
skin. If compressed air enters your skin, obtain
medical help immediately.
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