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Never smoke whilst filling the fuel tank, mop up any fuel spills
immediately and in any event before running the engine and allow
time for any vapours from the spilled fuel to disperse before starting
the engine.
Never run the engine in an enclosed or confined area, exhaust fumes
in enclosed areas can kill.
Never stop diesel engines by means of the decompression lever,
serious damage can be caused to the cylinder head, piston and
valves.
Always avoid contact with the exhaust muffler, this can get very hot
when the engine is running and remains so for some time afterwards.
Always "dump" residual water pressure from the system before
leaving the machine. With the engine stopped pull the trigger until all
pressure is dissipated
Never leave the machine unattended with pressure in the water
system.
Always, where possible, work on or close to engines or machinery
when carrying out servicing or any maintenance, only when they are
stopped, if this is not practical, remember to keep tools, test
equipment and all parts of your person well away from moving parts.
Always wear correctly fitting clothing when carrying out servicing,
loose or baggy clothing can be extremely dangerous when working
on running engines or machinery.
Always "dump" pressure from the water system before carrying out
any kind of maintenance or adjustment.
Never allow unqualified personnel to attempt to repair, remove or
replace any part of the machine.
Always obtain advice before mixing oils; some are incompatible, if in
doubt completely drain, flush and refill.
SAFE WORKING
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