Westerbeke 44A FOUR - 35C THREE Operator's Manual page 3

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
INTRODUCTION
Read this safety manual carefuUy. Most accidents are
caused by failure to follow fundamental rules and
precautions. Know when dangerous conditions exist and
take the necessary precautions to protect yourself, your
personne~ and your mac;hinery.
The following safety instructions,are in compliance with
tire American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC) standards.
PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK
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WARNING:
Do not touch AC electrical connections
while engine Is running. Lethal voltage Is present at
these connections!
• Do not operate this machinery without electrical
enclosures and
cov~rs
in place.
• Shut off electrical power before accessing electrical
equipment. '
• Use insulated mats whenever working on electrical
equipment.
• Make sure your clothing and skin are
dry,
not damp
(particularly shoes) when handling electrical equipment.
• Remove wristwatch and all jewelry when working on
electrical equipment.
PREVENT BURNS -HOT ENGINE
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WARNING:
Do not touch hot engine parts or
exhaust system components. A running engine gets
. veryhotl
• Monitor engine antifreeze coolant level at the. plastic
coolant recovery tank and periodicaly at
th~
filler cap
location .on the water jacketed exhaust manifold, but only
when the engine is COLD.
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WARNING:
Steam can cause injury or death!
• In case of an engine overheat, allow the engine to cool
before touching the engine or checking the coolant.
PREVENT BURNS - FIRE
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WARNING:
Fire can cause injury or death!
• Prevent flash fires. Do not smoke or permit flames or
sparks to occur near the fuel injector, fuel line, filter, fuel
pump; or other potential sources of spilled fuel or fuel
vapors. Use a suitable container tQ catch all fuel when
._removing the fuel lines or fuel filters.
• Do not operate with the air cleaner/silencer removed.
Backfire can cause severe injury or death.
• Do not smol{e or permit flames or sparks to occur near
the fuel system.
;K~p
the compartment and the
engine clean and free of debris to minimize the
chances of fire.
WiPe
up all spilled fuel and engine oil.
• Be aware - diesel fuel will burn.
PREVENT BURNS - EXPLOSION
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WARNING:
Explosions from fuel vapors can cause
Injury or detft"!
• Follow re-fueling safety instructions. Keep the vessel's
hatches closed when fueling. Open and ventilate the cabin
after fueling. Check below for fumes/vapor oefore running
the blower. Run the engine compartment blower prior
to
starting, follow the recommendation of the vessel builder.
• All fuel vapors are highly explosive. Use extreme care
when handling and storing fuels. Store fuel in a
well-ventilated area away from spark-produCing
.equipment and out of the reach of children.
• Do not fill the fuel tank(s) while the ,engine while it is running .
• Shut off the fuel service valve at the engine when servicing
the fuel system. Take care in catching any fuel that might
spill. DO NOT allow any smoking, open flames, or other
sources of fire near the fuel system or engine when
servicing. Ensure proper ventilation exists when servicing
the fuel system.
• Do not alter or modify the fuel system.
• Be sure all fuel supplies have a positive shutoff valve.
• Be certain fuel line fittings are adequately tightened and
free of leaks.
• Make sure a fire extinguisher is installed nearby and is
properly maintained. Be familiar with its proper use.
ExtinguisHers rated ABC by the NFPA are appropriate
for all applications encountered in this environment.