Westerbeke 3.5 SBCG Operator's Manual page 6

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
ACCIDENTAL STARTING
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WARNING:
Accidental starting can cause injury
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Thm
OFF the DC breaker on
the
control panel or
tum
the
unit's
battery
selector switch to OFF
before servicing the.
engine.
• Make certain all personnel are clear of the engine before
starting.
• Make certain all covers, guards, and hatches are
re-installed before starting the engine.
BATIERY EXPLOSION
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WARNING:
Battery explosion can cause Injury
or
death!
•
Do not smoke or allow an open flame near the battery
being serviced.
Lead
acid batteries emit hydrogen, a
highly explosive gas, which
can
be ignited by
elec~cal
arcing or by lit tobacco products. Shut
o~
all
el~trical
equipment in the vicinity to prevent electrical arcmg
during servicing.
• Never connect the negative{-) battery cable to the
positive (
+)
connection terminal of the starter solenoi?.
Do not test the battery condition by shorting the
tennmals
together. Sparks could ignite
b~
gases
o~
fuel vapors.
Ventilate any compartment containing batteries to prevent
accumulation of explosive gases. To avoid sparks, do not
disturb the battery charger connections while the battery
is being charged.
• Avoid contacting the
terminals
with tools, etc., to prevent
burns or sparks that could cause
~
explosion. Remo':e
wristwatch, rings, and any other Jewelry before handling
the battery.
• Always tum
the battery charger off before disconnecting
the battery connections. Remove the negative lead first
and reconnect it last when servicing the battery.
BATTERY ACID
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WARNING:
SUlfuric acid In batteries can cause
severe Injury
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death!
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When servicing the battery or checking the electrolyte
level, wear rubber gloves, a rubber apron, and eye
protection. Batteries contain sulfuric acid which is
destructive. If it comes in contact with your skin, wash
it off at once with water. Acid may splash on the skin or
into the eyes inadvertently when removing electrolyte
caps.
TOXIC EXHAUST GASES
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WARNING:
carbon monoxide (CO} is
a
deadly gas!
• Ensure that the exhaust system is adequate to expel gases
discharged from the engine. Check the exhaust system
regularly for leaks and make sure the exhaust manifold/
water-injected elbow is securely attached.
• Be sure the
unit
and its surroundings are well ventilated.
Run
blowers when running the ge11erator
set
or engine.
• Do not run the generator set or engine unless the boat is
equipped with a functioning marine carbon monoxide
detector that complies with ABYC A-24. Consult your
boat
builder or dealer for installation of approved
detectors.
•
For additional information, refer to ABYC Tii-22
(educational infonnation on Carbon Monoxide).
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WARNING:
carbon lllflllllxide
(CD}
is an
lnrlslb/e
odorless gas. Inhalation prodllces flu-like
symptoms,
nausea or death!
• Do not use copper tubing in diesel exhaust systems.
Diesel fumes
can
rapidly destroy copper tubing in exhaust
systems. Exhaust sulfur causes rapid deterioration of
copper tubing resulting in exhaust/water leakage.
•
Do not install exhaust outlet where exhaust
can
be drawn
through portholes, vents, or air conditioners. If the engine
exhaust discharge outlet is near the waterline, water could
enter the exhaust discharge outlet
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close or restrict the
flow of exhaust Avoid overloading the craft.
• Although diesel engine exhaust gases are not as toxic as
exhaust fumes from gasoline engines, carbon monoxide
gas is present in diesel exhaust fumes. Some of the
symptoms or signs of carbon monoxide inhalation or
poisoning are:
Vomiting
Dizziness
Headache
Inability to think coherently
Throbbing in temples
Muscular twitching
Nausea Weakness and sleepiness
AVOID MOVING PARTS
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WARNING:
Rotating parts can cause injury
or
death!
• Do not service the engine while it is running. If a
situation arises in which it is absolutely necessary to
make operating adjustments, use extreme care to avoid
touching moving parts and hot exhaust system
components.
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