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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
The following symbols appear in this manual to call
attention to and emphasize conditions potentially
dangerous to the operator.
nWARNINGjI
The above symbol is used in the manual to warn of
possible serious personal injury or loss of life.
ICAUTIONI
The above symbol is used in the manual to caution
personnel of possible damage to equipment.
Read the manual carefully and thoroughly before at-
tempting to operate the equipment. Know when
dangerous conditions can exist and take necessary
precautions to protect personnel and equipment.
Fuels, exhaust gases, batteries, electrical equipment,
and moving and hot parts are potential hazards that
could resutt in serious personal injury or death. Follow
recommended procedures carefully.
Always operate bilge blowers for at least five minutes
before starting a gasoline-fueled engine; ensure no
gasoline fumes are present before starting.
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prevent Electric Shock
Shut off electric power before accessing electrical
equipment.
Use insulated mats whenever working on electrical
equipment.
Make sure your clothing is dry, not damp (particular-
ly shoes), and keep your skin surfaces dry when
handling electrical equipment.
Remove wristwatch and jewelry when working on
electrical equipment.
Do not connect utility shore power to vessel's AC
Circuits, except through a ship-to-shore double-
throw transfer switch. Damage to vessel's AC gen-
erator may resutt H this is not done.
Be extremely careful when working on electrical
components. High voltage can cause injury or
death.
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Exhaust Gases Are Toxic
Ensure that the exhaust system is adequate to expel
gases discharged from the engine. Check exhaust
system regularly for leaks and make sure the ex-
haust manifolds are securely attached and no warp-
ing exists.
Be sure the unit and its surroundings are well-ven-
tilated.
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Use Extreme Care When Handling Engine Fuel
(A constant danger of explosion or fire exists)
Do not fill fuel tank(s) while the engine is running.
Do not smoke or use an open flame near the engine
or the fuel tank.
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Do Not Atter or Modify the Fuel System
Be sure all fuel supplies have a positive shut-off
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 ap-
propriate for all applications encountered in this
environment.
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Use Extreme Care When Servicing Batteries
Wear rubber gloves, a rubber apron, and eye
protection when servicing batteries.
Lead acid batteries emit hydrogen, a highly-ex-
plosive gas, which can be ignited by electrical ar-
cing or by a lighted cigarette, cigar, or pipe. Do not
smoke or allow an open flame near the battery being
serviced. Shut off all electrical equipment in the
vicinity to prevent electrical arcing during servicing.
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Ayoid MOYing parts
Do not service the unit while the unit is running; if a
situation arises in which it is absolutely necessary
to make operating adjustments, use extreme care
to avoid moving parts and hot exhaust system com-
ponents.
Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry when servicing
equipment; avoid wearing loose jackets, shirts or
sleeves, rings, necklaces, or bracelets that might be
caught in moving parts.
Make sure all attaching hardware is properly
tightened. Keep protective shields and guards in
their respective place at all times.
Do not check fluid levels or the drive-belt's tension
while the unit is operating.
Do not work on the equipment when mentally or
physically incapacitated by fatigue.
Westerbeke Generators
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