Yanmar 1GM10 Operation Manual page 11

WARNING
!
The safety messages that follow have
WARNING level hazards.
Explosion Hazard
While the engine is running or
the battery is charging,
hydrogen gas is being
produced and can be easily
ignited. Keep the area around
the battery well-ventilated and keep sparks,
open flames and any other form of ignition
out of the area.
Fire and Explosion Hazard
Diesel fuel is flammable and explosive
under certain conditions.
NEVER use a shop rag to catch the fuel.
Wipe up all spills immediately.
NEVER refuel with the engine running.
Store any containers containing fuel in a
well-ventilated area, away from any
combustibles or sources of ignition.
Fire Hazard
Undersized wiring systems
can cause an electrical fire.
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rotating parts such as the flywheel or PTO
shaft. Keep hands, feet and tools away from
all moving parts.
required for the task at hand.
you are servicing it.
NEVER operate the engine while wearing a
headset to listen to music or radio because
it will be difficult to hear the warning signals.
Stop the engine before you begin to service
it.
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Sever Hazard
NEVER wear jewelry,
unbuttoned cuffs, ties or
loose-fitting clothing and
ALWAYS tie back long hair
when working near moving /
Alcohol and Drug Hazard
NEVER operate the engine
while under the influence of
alcohol or drugs or if you are
feeling ill.
Exposure Hazard
ALWAYS wear personal
protective equipment
including appropriate
clothing, gloves, work shoes,
eye and hearing protection as
Entanglement Hazard
NEVER leave the key in the
key switch when you are
servicing the engine.
Someone may accidentally
start the engine and not realize
SAFETY
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