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2.4
Fire prevention
2.4.1 Fire due to fuel, oil, coolant
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Avoid approaching any flame to flammable substances
such as fuel, oil, coolant.
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Do not smoke or use open flames near flammable sub-
stances.
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Stop the generating set before refuelling.
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Make sure not to spill flammable substances on over-
heated surfaces or on parts of the electrical system.
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After refuelling, remove any spills and tighten all filling
caps tightly.
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For safety in the workplace, store the cloths soaked in
flammable materials in a container.
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Store oil and fuel in pre-established and well-ventilated
locations and prohibit the entry of unauthorised person-
nel.
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When cleaning the generating set, do not use flammable
substances such as diesel or gasoline.
2.4.2 Fires caused by flammable material build-up
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Remove dry leaves, chips, pieces of paper, carbon dust, or other flammable materials accumulated from
the engine, exhaust manifold, muffler, battery, or inside the bottom guards.
2.4.3 Fire caused by electrical wiring
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Always keep the electrical wiring clean and tightened.
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Periodically check that there are no loose or damaged parts. Tighten loose wiring connectors or termi-
nals.
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Repair or replace any damaged cables.
2.4.4 Fire caused by piping
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Periodically check that the hose clamps are firmly fixed.
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If loosened, they may vibrate during the operation of the generating set and cause leakage of liquids,
causing fires and serious injuries, including fatalities.
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