Safety Precautions - Yanmar 6LYA-STP Manual De Instrucciones

1.2 Safety Precautions

Precautions for Operation
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Burns from Scalding
DANGER
● Never remove the filler cap of the fresh water cooler while the engine is still hot.
Steam and hot water will spurt out and seriously burn you. Wait until the water
temperature has dropped, then wrap a cloth around the cap and loosen it slowly.
● After inspection, refasten the filler cap firmly. If the cap is not secure, steam or
scalding water may be emitted during operation causing burns.
Proper Ventilation of the Battery Area
DANGER
● Be sure the area around the battery is well-ventilated and there is nothing which
could start a fire. During operation and charging, hydrogen gas is emitted from
the battery and can be easily ignited.
Fires from Oil Ignition
DANGER
● Be sure to use the correct type of fuel when refueling.
Mistakenly filling with gasoline or the like will result in ignition.
● Be sure to stop the engine before refueling.
If you spill fuel, wipe such spillage carefully.
● Never place oils or other flammable material close to the engine as this could
result in ignition.
Exhaust Gas Poisoning
WARNING
● Be sure to establish good ventilation in the engine room with windows, vents, or
other ventilation equipment. Check again during operation to be sure that venti-
lation is good. Exhaust gas contains poisonous carbon monoxide and should
not be inhaled.
Moving Parts
WARNING
● Do not touch the moving parts of the engine (propeller shaft, V-belt, PTO-pulley,
etc.) during operation or let your clothing get caught in them as this can result in
injury.
● Never operate the engine without the covers on the moving parts.
● Check before starting the engine to see that any tools or cloths used in mainte-
nance have been removed from the area.
CAUTION
Burns from Contact with Hot Engine Parts
● The whole engine is hot during operation and immediately after stopping.
The turbocharger, exhaust manifold, exhaust pipe, and engine are very hot. Never
touch these parts with your body or clothing.
(Observe these instructions for your own safety.)
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