To the Operator
To The Operator
This manual contains instructions on the safe operation and preventive maintenance
of Detroit™ Gen 5 Heavy Duty engines. Maintenance instructions cover routine
engine services in enough detail to permit self-servicing, if desired. Keep this
manual at all times. It contains important operating, maintenance, and safety
instructions.
The operator should become familiar with the contents of this manual before
operating the engine or carrying out maintenance procedures.
Power-driven equipment is only as safe as the person operating the controls. The
operator is urged to keep fingers and clothing away from the revolving belts, drive
shafts, pulleys, and other moving parts of the engine.
Throughout this manual
CAUTIONS
and
WARNINGS
regarding personal safety
and
NOTES
regarding engine performance or service life will appear. To avoid
personal injury and ensure long engine service life, always follow these
instructions.
Whenever possible, it will benefit to rely on an authorized Detroit™ service outlet
for any service needs from maintenance to major parts replacement. Authorized
service outlets worldwide stock factory-original parts.
The information and specifications in this publication are based on the information
in effect at the time of approval for printing. Contact an authorized Detroit™
service outlet for information on the latest revision. The right is reserved to make
changes at any time without obligation.
Detroit™ engines are built in accordance with sound technological principles and
based on state-of-the-art technology. Despite this, the engine may constitute a risk
of damage to property or injury to persons if it is not used for its intended purpose.
The engine should not be modified or converted in an incorrect manner, nor should
the safety instructions included in this manual be disregarded.
Warranty
The applicable engine warranty information is contained in the booklet "Warranty
Information for Detroit™ Engines," available from authorized Detroit™ service
outlets.
Gen 5 DD Platform Operators Manual
All information subject to change without notice.
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