Westerbeke 10.0 EGTD Operator's Manual page 3

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
INTRODUCTION
.Read this safety manual carefully. Most accidents are
caused by failure to follow fundamental rules and
precautions. Know when dangerous conditions exist and
take the necessary precautions to protect yourself, your
personne~ and your machinery.
The following safety instructions are in compliance with
the American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC) standards.
PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK
A
WARNING:
Do not touch AC electrical connections
while engine is running. Lethal voltage is present
at
these connections!
II
Do not operate this machinery without electrical
enclosures and covers in place.
11
Shut off electrical power before accessing electrical
equipment
11
Use insulated mats whenever working on electrical
equipment
11
Make sure your clothing and skin are dry, not damp
(particularly shoes) when handling electrical equipment.
11
Remove wristwatch and all jewelry when working on
electrical equipment
PREVENT BURNS -HOT ENGINE
A
WARNING:
Do not
touch
hot engine palfs or
exhaust system components. A nrnuing engine gets
. very hot!
iii
Monitor engiile
·an~ze
coolant ievei at the plastic
coolant recovery tank and periodicaly at the filler cap
location on the water jacketed exhaust manifold, but only
when the engine is COLD.
A
WARNING:
Steam can cause injury or death!
11
In case of an engine overheat, allow the engine to cool
before touching the engine or checking the coolant
PREVENT BURNS- FIRE
A
WARNING:
Fire can cause injury or death!
II
Prevent flash fires. Do not smoke or pennit flames or
sparks to occur near the fuel injector, 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 lines or fuel filters.
II Do not operate with the air cleaner/silencer removed.
Backfire can cause severe injury or death.
II
Do not smoke or permit flames or sparks to occur near
the fuel sysfem.
~eep
the compartment and the
engine
dean
and free of debris to minimize the
chances of fire. Wipe up
all
spilled fuel and engine oil.
1111
Be aware - diesel fuel will burn.
PREVENT BURNS - EXPLOSION
A
WARNING:
Explosions from fuel vapors can cause
Injury or detftll!
llill
Follow re-fueling safety instructions. Keep the vessel's
hatches closed when fueling. Open and ventilate the cabin
after fueling. Check below for fumes/vapor before running
the blower. Run the blower per four minutes before starting
your engine.
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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.
Ill
Do not fill the fuel tank(s) while the .engine while it is running .
1111
Shut off the fuel service valve at the engine when servicing
the fuel system. Take care in catching any fuel that might
spill. DO NOT allow any smoking, open flames, or other
sources of fire near the fuel system or engine when
servicing. Ensure proper ventilation exists when servici.1g
the fuel system.
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Qo not alter or modify the fuel system.
llill ~~ sure all fuel supplies have a positive shutoff valve.
Ill
Be certain fuel line fittings are adequately tightened and
free of leaks.
Ill
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.