Safety Precautions; General Information; Before You Operate; During Operation And Maintenance - Yanmar 3JH5E Operation Manual

SAFETY

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

General Information

There is no substitute for common sense
and careful practices. Improper practices
or carelessness can cause burns, cuts,
mutilation, asphyxiation, other bodily injury
or death. This information contains general
safety precautions and guidelines that
must be followed to reduce risk to personal
safety. Special safety precautions are
listed in specific procedures. Read and
understand all of the safety precautions
before operation or performing repairs or
maintenance.

Before You Operate

DANGER
The safety messages that follow have
DANGER level hazards.
Never permit anyone to install
or operate the engine without
proper training.
Read and understand this
Operation Manual before you operate or
service the engine to ensure that you
follow safe operating practices and
maintenance procedures.
• Safety signs and labels are additional
reminders for safe operating and
maintenance techniques.
• Consult authorized Yanmar Marine
dealer or distributor for additional
training.
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During Operation and
Maintenance
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.
Fire Hazard
Undersized wiring systems
can cause an electrical fire.
Store any containers containing fuel or
other flammable products in a
well-ventilated area, away from any
combustibles or source of ignition.
Store any equipment in a designated
area away from moving parts.
Never use the engine compartment for
storage.
JH Series Operation Manual