ILMOR MV8 Owner's Manual page 13

Please note that the safety information statements presented below are
categorized for information purposes only, and are not presented in any
particular order of importance. Each of the statements referenced below
and in the other sections of this manual provide you with important
safety-related information and must be read and followed to avoid injury
or damage, as applicable. We strongly encourage you to read the dangers,
warnings, cautions and notices within the context in which they are
presented by reading and reviewing those sections.
A DANGER! Always avoid exhaust areas and the engine
compartment during the venting of engine exhaust. The engine
exhaust emits carbon monoxide, which is colorless, odorless and
poisonous even in small concentration. Carbon monoxide can
cause serious injury or death in short periods of time.
A DANGER! Never start the engine if a gasoline odor is present or
if gasoline can be seen at any point along the fuel line, along the
fuel tank, in the bilge or at the engine. Remove the key from the
ignition switch and call an authorized boat and/or certified Ilmor
dealer for service. Take care not to spill gasoline when fueling.
If gas is spilled accidentally, wipe up all traces with dry rags
immediately and dispose of rags properly on-shore. Gasoline and
its vapors can cause an explosion.
A DANGER! Always open the engine compartment and check for
fumes, leaks or the presence of fluids in the bilge and operate the
bilge blower for at least 4 minutes before starting the engine, and
always when at idle or slow-running speed. Explosive gasoline
and/or battery fumes may be in the engine compartment. Failure to
operate the bilge blower as directed may result in explosion or fire,
resulting in serious injury or death.
A WARNING! Never attempt to stop or slow rotating parts. Keep
away from rotating parts. The engine compartment serves as a
guard. Always have the engine off whenever the compartment
is open, except as directed by the boat manufacturer to vent
exhaust fumes or during maintenance. Use extreme care whenever
operating the engine with the compartment open. Clothing or body
parts can get caught in moving parts, which could result in serious
injury or death.
A WARNING! Always use genuine Ilmor Marine, LLC, replacement
parts intended for the MV8 engine. The electrical and ignition
components have been designed to comply with U.S. Coast
Guard regulations intended to minimize the possibility of fire and/
or explosion. The use of nonapproved replacement parts from
aftermarket or other sources will void the warranty and could
result in fire and/or explosion.
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