Volvo Penta D5 Operator's Manual page 10

Safety Information
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Prohibition on use of start spray
WARNING!
Never use start spray or similar agents to start an
engine. This may cause an explosion in the inlet
manifold. Risk of personal injury.
Before start of engine
WARNING!
Never start the engine if there is reason to suspect fuel
and/or gas leaks, or if there is explosive material
nearby.
IMPORTANT:
Only start the engine with the air filter and protective
caps fitted. Foreign objects in the inlet line could cause
machine damage. Also make sure that no tools or other
parts have been left next to the engine.
WARNING!
Never start the engine with the valve cover removed.
There is a risk of personal injury.
For engines with turbochargers, the rotating
compressor turbine can in addition cause serious
personal injuries.
Before any work on the electrical system
WARNING!
Always stop the engine first. Then disconnect the
current at the main switches and any external power
supply before working on the electrical system – to
minimize the risk of electrical hazards.
IMPORTANT:
Never disconnect the current using the main switches
when the engine is running or by disconnecting the
battery cables.
The alternator and electronics could be damaged.
Avoid damage to the engine control
module and other electronics
IMPORTANT:
Switch off the main switch before connecting or
disconnecting a connector.
Before welding work
IMPORTANT:
Before any work with electric weld can begin, the
connection to all control units must be disconnected.
After finished welding, re-connect the connection to all
control units before connecting any battery cable.
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