Yanmar 1GM10 Operation Manual page 5

1. For your safety
Battery
Never smoke or permit sparks near the battery, because it may emit
explosive hydrogen gas. Place the battery in a well-ventilated place.
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Fuel
Use only diesel oil. Never use other fuels, including gasoline,
kerosene, etc., because they could cause a fire. The wrong fuel could
also cause the fuel injection pump and injector to fail due to lack of
proper lubrication. Be sure to check that you have selected the correct
diesel fuel before filling the fuel tank.
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Fire Prevention
Be sure to stop the engine and confirm that there are no open flames
in the vicinity before supplying fuel. If you do spill fuel, wipe such
spillage carefully and dispose of the wiping materials properly. Wash
your hands thorougly with soap and water.
Never place oil or other flammable material in the engine room.
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Install a fire extinguisher near the engine room, and familiarize
yourself with its use.
Exhaust Gas
Exhaust gas contains poisonous carbon monoxide and should not be
inhaled.
Be sure to install ventilation ports or ventilators in the engine room and
ensure good ventilation during engine operation.
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Moving Parts
Do not touch or let your clothing get caught in the moving parts of the
engine, such as the front drive shaft, V-belt or propeller shaft, during
engine operation. You will be injured.
Never operate the engine without the covers on the moving parts.
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Burns
The whole engine is hot during operation and immediately after
stopping. The exhaust manifold, exhaust pipe and high pressure fuel
pipe are very hot. Never touch these parts with your body or clothing.
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