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Safety Section
Fire Prevention and Explosion Prevention
Cooling system conditioner contains alkali. Alkali can
cause personal injury. Do not allow alkali to contact
the skin, the eyes, or the mouth.
Oils
Skin may be irritated following repeated or prolonged
exposure to mineral and synthetic base oils. Refer to
your suppliers Material Safety Data Sheets for
detailed information. Hot oil and lubricating
components can cause personal injury. Do not allow
hot oil to contact the skin. Appropriate personal
protective equipment should be used.
Diesel Fuel
Diesel engines have high-pressure fuel systems and
the fuel can reach temperatures of over 100° C
(212° F). Ensure that the fuel has cooled before any
service or repairs are performed.
Diesel may be irritating to the eyes, respiratory
system, and skin. Prolonged exposure to diesel may
cause various skin conditions. Appropriate personal
protective equipment should be used. Refer to
supplier Material safety Data sheets for detailed
information.
Batteries
Electrolyte is an acid. Electrolyte can cause personal
injury. Do not allow electrolyte to contact the skin or
the eyes. Always wear protective glasses for
servicing batteries. Wash hands after touching the
batteries and connectors. Use of gloves is
recommended.
Engine and Aftertreatment System
Do not touch any part of an operating engine or
engine aftertreatment system. Allow the engine or the
engine aftertreatment system to cool before any
maintenance is performed on the engine or the
engine aftertreatment system. Relieve all pressure in
the appropriate system before any lines, fittings, or
related items are disconnected.
Aftertreatment System and Diesel
Exhaust Fluid
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) temperatures can reach
65° to 70°C (149.° to 126°F) during normal engine
operation. Stop the engine. Wait for 15 minutes to
allow the DEF system to be purged and the DEF to
cool before service or repair is performed.
Fire Prevention and Explosion
Prevention
Illustration 8
All fuels, most lubricants, and some coolant mixtures
are flammable.
Flammable fluids that are leaking or spilled onto hot
surfaces or onto electrical components can cause a
fire. Fire may cause personal injury and property
damage.
After the emergency stop button is operated, ensure
that you allow 15 minutes, before the engine covers
are removed.
Determine whether the engine will be operated in an
environment that allows combustible gases to be
drawn into the air inlet system. These gases could
cause the engine to overspeed. Personal injury,
property damage, or engine damage could result.
If the application involves the presence of
combustible gases, consult your Perkins dealer and/
or your Perkins distributor for additional information
about suitable protection devices.
Remove all flammable combustible materials or
conductive materials such as fuel, oil, and debris
from the engine. Do not allow any flammable
combustible materials or conductive materials to
accumulate on the engine.
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