Important Safety Notes When Operating The Engine - Hatz Diesel 1B20V Original Instruction Book

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Important safety notes when operating the engine

HATZ diesel engines are efficient, strong and durable. For this reason they are frequently installed on
equipment used for commercial purposes.
The manufacturers of such equipment must observe any relevant equipment safety regulations when
the engine forms part of an overall system.
A few general points concerning operating safety should none the less be noted.
Depending on the engine's operating and installation conditions, equipment manufacturers and their
users may have to fit safety or protective devices in order to prevent improper use. Examples:
– Exhaust system components as well as the surface of the engine will naturally be hot and must not
be touched while the engine is running or until it has cooled down after being stopped.
– Incorrect wiring or improper operation of the electrical system may cause sparking and must there-
fore be avoided.
– Provide protection against contact with rotating parts once the engine is connected to the driven
equipment or machine.
HATZ protective guards are available for the belt drive of the cooling fan and alternator drive
systems.
– Always observe the start-up information in the operating instructions before starting the engine:
this is particularly important when starting an engine with the recoil starter !
– Mechanical starting devices should not be operated by children or persons deficient in physical
strength.
– Check that all safety devices are in place before starting the engine.
– Ensure that operation, maintenance and repair of the engine are undertaken by suitably trained
personnel only.
– Protect the starter key against unauthorised use.
– Do not run the engine in closed or badly ventilated rooms.
Do not breath in emissions – danger of poisoning!
– Also fuel and lubricants could contain poisonous components. Please follow the instructions of the
mineral oil producer (safety data sheets).
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