Safety Regulations For Maintenance And Repair Work - MTU 12V4000C Series Operating Instructions Manual

1.5 Safety regulations for maintenance and repair work

Safety regulations when preparing to perform maintenance and repair work
Have maintenance or repair work carried out by qualified and authorized personnel only.
Allow the product to cool down to less than 50 °C (risk of explosion for oil vapors, fluids and lubricants, risk
of burning).
Relieve pressure in fluid and lubricant systems and compressed-air lines which are to be opened. Use suita-
ble containers of adequate capacity to catch fluids and lubricants.
Release residual pressure before removing or replacing a component in the supply line. To depressurize pres-
surized lines, shut off the lines first, then release the residual pressure.
When changing the oil or working on the fuel system, ensure that the service room is adequately ventilated.
Never carry out maintenance and repair work with the product in operation, unless:
• It is expressly permitted to do so following a written procedure.
Lock-out the product to preclude undesired starting, e.g.
• Start interlock
• Key switch
• Close supply line for hydraulic starting.
Attach "Do not operate" sign in the operating area or to control equipment.
Disconnect the battery cables or actuate the battery isolating switch, if fitted. Lock circuit breakers.
Before starting work on CaPoS, if used:
• Switch of the charging system (DC/DC converter).
• Discharge the UltraCap modules using the appropriate discharger.
• Short-circuit the UltraCap modules with a suitable wire jumper.
Close the main valve on the compressed-air system and vent the compressed-air line when pneumatic start-
ers are fitted.
Disconnect the control equipment from the product.
Use the recommended special tools or suitable equivalents when instructed to do so.
Safety regulations when performing maintenance and repair work
Special tools and lifting equipment
Use only proper and calibrated tools. Observe the specified tightening torques during assembly or disassem-
bly.
Setting down, lifting and climbing
Carry out work only on assemblies or plants which are properly secured.
Use appropriate lifting equipment for all components. Use all specified attachment points and observe the
center of gravity.
Never work on engines or components when they are held in place by lifting equipment.
Make sure components or assemblies are placed on stable surfaces. Adopt suitable measures to avoid that
components/tools fall down.
Never use the product as a climbing aid.
When working high on the equipment, always use suitable ladders and work platforms. Special instructions
for outdoor areas: There must be no risk of slipping e.g. due to icing.
Removing, installing and cleanliness
Pay particular attention to cleanliness at all times.
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