Operating Safety - Mercedes-Benz OM 904 LA Operating Instructions Manual

Introduction

Operating safety

The operating safety of an engine primarily
depends on its proper installation into the
complete system (e.g. vehicle, machine,
etc.). However, as the operator, you also
have a direct influence on the safe opera-
tion of the engine.
Some of the requirements for operating
the engine safely can be met by adhering
to the specified maintenance intervals and
ensuring that the required maintenance
work is carried out correctly.
However, the safe functioning of the en-
gine also depends on correct operation,
which includes, for instance, checking the
engine oil level at regular intervals.
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Risk of accident
Engine damage arising from incorrect oper-
ation could result in an accident.
Therefore, observe the notes on operating
the engine in these Operating Instructions.
Risk of accident
Maintenance work that is carried out incor-
rectly or not at all, and the failure to observe
the specified maintenance intervals, may re-
duce the service life of the engine and cause
engine damage, which could result in an ac-
cident.
Therefore, observe the notes on engine
maintenance in these Operating Instruc-
tions.
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