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5. Dangers emanating from the
Tool Set
Before each use, check the HAZET
Engine Timing Tool Set for full functio-
nal efficiency. Do not use the Tool Set if
its functional efficiency cannot be ensured or if
damage is detected. If the Tool Set is used,
when it is not in full working order, you risk
severe injuries to persons and damage to pro-
perty Defective tools may cause severe injury.
In order to avoid injury or damage, it is
essential that the following fundamen-
tal safety guidelines will be observed:
ATTENTION:
Incorrect or out of phase camshaft
timing can result in contact between
valves and pistons causing damage
to the engine. Always ensure the correct
tools are used and that the vehicle manu-
facturer's procedures are adhered to.
• Before starting to work, disconnect the
battery's negative terminal.
NOTICE:
Before disconnecting the battery,
ensure that the vehicle owner has a
record of the car radio code.
• Any vehicle "jacked up" or raised above
ground must be adequately supported with
axle stands, ramps etc.
• Wear protective clothing, safety eye
protection. Engines have rotating
components, so avoid wearing
loose clothing, jewellery etc. which
can get caught up in the engine
moving parts.
• Always account for tools being used.
Do not leave them in or near the engine when
turning the engine over, or when the job is
finished.
Parts that are not fixed can be hurled
around and may cause severe injury
or death to persons in the work area.
Objects may be damaged.
• Do not use the locking pins for locking the
the crankshaft when tightening or releasing
the crankshaft bolt.
• The timing belt must not be used for locking
the camshaft sprocket when slackening the
nuts.
• Do not forcibly twist a new belt or bend it
through a radius of less than 25 mm.
experienced mechanics. Always wear personal protective equipment.
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For Your Safety
Maintenance work on engines must be carried out only by
• Never lever or force the timing belt onto the
sprockets.
• Check free running of tensioner roller, guide
roller(s) and water pump.
• Check engine for leakages, if detected
eliminate them.
• Replace old timing belts with a new one and
ensure that it has the correct teeth profile.
• Ensure timing belt tension is correctly
adjusted (adhere to vehicle manufacturer's
instructions).
• Observe torque specifications (adhere to
vehicle manufacturer's instructions)
• Pay regard to the timing belt's direction of
rotation which is indicated by an arrow.
• Do not reuse used timing belts. Always fit a
new one.
• If the timing belt shows damage, find out
origin and remedy deficiencies.
• Do not use solvents or cleaning fluids like
thinner or benzine on belts, sprockets etc.
• Do not twist, bend or reverse the timing belt
for inspection.
• The engine must only be turned in the
normal direction of rotation, unless otherwise
noted by the vehicle manufacturer.
• Only use parts, supports and accessories
which are recommended by the manu-
facturer.
• Repair work must be carried out exclu-
sively by authorized persons.
• Only use the tools within the prescribed
places, and governed under the current
regulations relating to the working environ-
ment.
• For safety reasons any modification of
HAZET tools is strictly forbidden. Any modi-
fication of the tools will result in immediate
exlcusion from warranty and liability.
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