During Maintenance And Care; When Carrying Out Checking, Setting And Repair Work - Daewoo DE12T Manual

1.2.2. During maintenance and care

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Always carry out maintenance work when the engine is switched off. If the engine has to be
maintained while it is running, e.g. changing the elements of change-over filters, remember
that there is a risk of scalding. Do not get too close to rotating parts.
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Change the oil when the engine is warm from operation.
Caution :
There is a risk of burns and scalding. Do not touch oil drain valve or oil filters with bare
hands.
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Take into account the amount of oil in the sump. Use a vessel of sufficient size to ensure that
the oil will not overflow.
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Open the coolant circuit only when the engine has cooled down. If opening while the engine
is still warm is unavoidable, comply with the instructions In the chapter entitled "Cooling".
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Neither tighten up nor open pipes and hoses (lube oil circuit, coolant circuit and any additional
hydraulic oil circuit) during the operation. The fluid which flow out can cause injury,
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Fuel is inflammable. Do not smoke or use naked lights in its vicinity. The tank must be filled
only when the engine is switched off.
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Keep service products (anti-freeze) only in containers which can not be confused with drinks
containers.
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Comply with the manufacturer's instructions when handling batteries.
Caution :
Accumulator acid is toxic and caustic. Battery gases are explosive.

1.2.3. When carrying out checking, setting and repair work

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Checking, setting and repair work must be carried out by authorized personnel only.
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Use only tools which are in satisfactory condition. Slip caused by the worn open-end wrench
could lead to Injury.
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When the engine is hanging on a crane, no-one must be allowed to stand or pass under it.
Keep lifting gear in good condition.
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When checking injectors, do not put your hands under the jet of fuel.
Do not inhale at atomized fuel.
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When working on the electrical system disconnect the battery earth cable first.
Connect it up again last in prevent short circuits.
SAFETY REGULATIONS & ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
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