Westerbeke 8.0KW-60Hz Service Manual page 5

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
ACCIDENTAL STARTING
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WARNING:
Accidental starting can cause injury
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death!
• Disconnect the battery cables before servicing the engine!
generator. Remove the negative lead first and reconnect
it last.
• Make certain all personnel are clear of the engine before
starting.
• Make certain all covers, guards, and hatches are re-
installed before starting the engine.
BAnERY EXPLOSION
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WARNING:
Battery explosion can cause injury
«death!
• Do not smoke or allow an open flame near the battery
being serviced. Lead acid batteries emit hydrogen, a
highly explosive gas, which can be ignited by
elec~cal
arcing or by lit tobacco products. Shut off all electncal
equipment in the vicinity to prevent electrical arcing dur-
ing servicing.
• Never connect the negative (-) battery cable to the posi-
tive
(+)
connection ternrinal of the starter solenoid. Do
not test the battery condition by shorting the terminals
together. Sparks could ignite battery gases or fuel vapors.
Ventilate any compartment containing batteries
to
prevent
accumulation of explosive gases. To avoid sparks, do not
disturb the battery charger connections while the battery
is being charged.
• Avoid conlllcting the ternrinals with tools, etc., to prevent
burns or sparks that could cause an explosion. Remove
wristwatch, rings, and any other jewelry before handling
the battery.
• Always tum the battery charger off before disconnecting
the battery connections. Remove the negative lead first
and reconnect it last whenservicing the battery.
BAMRYACID
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WARNING:
Sulfuric acid in batteries can cause
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injury
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death!
• When servicing the battery or checking the electrolyte
level, wear rubber gloves, a rubber apron, and eye protec-
tion. Batteries conlllin sulfuric acid which is destructive.
If it comes in conlllCt with your skin, wash it off at once
with water. Acid may splash on the skin or into the eyes
inadvertently when removing electrolyte caps.
TOXIC EXHAUST GASES
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WARNING:
Carbon monoxide (CO) is a deadly gas!
• Ensure that the exhaust system is adequate to expel gases
discharged from the engine. Check the exhaust system
regularly for leaks and make sure the exhaust manifold!
water-injected elbow is securely attached.
• Be sure the unit and its surroundings are well ventilated.
Run blowers when running the generator set or engine.
• Don't run the generalor sel or engine unless the boat is
equipped with a functioning marine carbon monoxide
detector that complies with ABYCA-24. Consult your boat
builder or dealer for installation of approved detectors.
• For additional information refer to ABYC T-22
(educational information on Carbon Monoxide).
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WARNING:
Carbon monoxide (CO) is an invisible
odorless gas. Inhalation produces flu·like symptoms,
nausea
or
death!
• Do not use copper tubing in diesel exhaust systems. Diesel
fumes can rapidly destroy copper tubing in exhaust systems.
Exhaust sulfur causes rapid deterioration of copper tubing
resulting in exhaust/water leakage.
• Do not install exhaust outlet-where exhaust can be drawn
through portholes, vents, or
air
conditioners. If the engine
exhaust discharge outlet is near the waterlme, water could
enter the exhaust discharge outlet and close or restrict the
flow of exhaust. Avoid overloading the craft.
• Although diesel engine exhaust gases are not as toxic as
exhaust fumes from gasoline engines, carbon monoxide
gas is present in diesel exhaust fumes. Some of the
symptoms or signs of carbon monoxide inhalation or
poisoning are:
Vomiting
Dizziness
Headache
Nausea
AVOID MOVING PARTS
Inability to
think
coherently
Throbbing in temples
Muscular twitching
Weakness and sleepiness
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WARNING:
Rotating parts can cause Injury
or death!
• Do not service the engine while it
is running. If a situation
arises in which it is absolutely necessary to make operat-
ing adjustments, use extreme care
to
avoid touching mov-
ing parts and hot exhaust system components.
Engines
&
Generators
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