Westerbeke 3.5 SBCG Operator's Manual page 5

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
INTRODUCTION
Read this safety manual carefuUy. Most accidents are
caused by failure to foUow fundamental rules
and
precautions. Know when tfongerous conditions exist
and
take
the necessary precautions
to
protect yourself, your
personnel,
and
your machinery.
The following safety instructions are in compliance with
the American Boat
and
Yacht Council (ABYC) standards.
PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK
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WARNING:
Do
not
touch AC electrical
Cllllllet:fions
while engine is running,
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when connected to shore
power.
Letbal voltage is present at these connections!
• Do not operate this machinery without electrical
enclosures and covers in place.
• Shut off electrical power before accessing electrical
equipment.
• Use insulated mats whenever working on electrical
equipment.
• Make sure your clothing and skin are dry, not damp
(particularly shoes) when handling electrical equipment.
• Remove wristwatch and all jewelry when working on
electrical equipment.
PREVENT BURNS- HOT ENGINE
A
WARNING:
Do not touch hot engine parts
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exhaust system CDIII/IDnents. A running engine gets very
bot!
• Monitor engine antifreeze coolant level at the plastic
coolant recovery tank and periodically at the filler cap
location on the water jacketed exhaust manifold, but only
when the engine is COLD.
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• In case of an engine overheat, allow the engine to cool
before touching the engine or checking the coolant.
PREVENT BURNS- FIRE
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WARNING:
Fire can cause injury
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death!
• Prevent flash fires. Do not smoke or permit flames or
sparks to occur near the carburetor, fuel line, filter, fuel
pump, or other potential sources of spilled fuel or fuel
vapors. Use a suitable container to catch all fuel when
removing the fuel line, carburetor, or fuel filters.
• Do
not operate with the air cleaner/silencer removed.
Backfire can cause severe injury or death.
• Do not smoke or permit flames or sparks to occur near
the fuel system. Keep the compartment and the
engine/generator clean and
free
of debris to minimize the
chances of fire. Wipe up all spilled fuel and engine oil.
• Be aware- diesel fuel will
burn.
PREVENT BURNS -EXPLOSION
A
WARNING:
Explosions
from
fuel vapors can cause
injury
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death!
• Follow re-fueling safety instructions. Keep the vessel's
hatches closed when fueling. Open and ventilate cabin
after fueling. Check below for fumes/vapor before
running the blower. Run the blower for four minutes
before starting your engine.
• All fuel vapors
are highly explosive. Use extreme care
when handling and storing fuels. Store fuel in a well-
ventilated area away from spark-producing equipment
and out of the reach of children.
• Do
not fill the fuel tank{s) while the engine is runnitig.
• Shut off the fuel service valve at the engine when servicing
the fuel system. Take care in catching any fuel that might
spill.
DO NOf
allow any smoking, open flames, or other
sources of fire near the fuel system or engine when
servicing. Ensure proper ventilation exists when servicing
the fuel system.
• Do not alter or modify the fuel system.
• Be sure all fuel supplies have a positive shutoff valve.
• Be certain fuel line fittings
are
adequately tightened and
free
of leaks.
• Make sure a fire extinguisher is installed nearby and is
properly maintained. Be familiar with its proper use.
Extinguishers rated ABC by the NFPA are appropriate
for all applications encountered in this environment.
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