Caution Summary
Caution Summary
The following cautions must be observed by the operator of the vehicle or
equipment in which this engine is installed and/or by those performing basic engine
preventive maintenance. Failure to read and heed these cautions and exercise
reasonable care for personal safety and the safety of others when operating the
vehicle/equipment or performing basic engine preventive maintenance may result
in personal injury and engine and/or vehicle/equipment damage.
Engine Operation
Observe the following cautions when operating the engine.
WARNING: PERSONAL INJURY
To avoid injury from loss of vehicle/vessel control, the operator of
a DDEC equipped engine must not use or read any diagnostic
tool while the vehicle/vessel is moving.
WARNING: HOT EXHAUST
During parked regeneration the exhaust gases will be extremely
HOT and could cause a fire if directed at combustible materials.
The vehicle must be parked outside.
CAUTION: LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL
To avoid injury from the loss of vehicle control, do not use cruise
control under these conditions:
• When it is not possible to keep the vehicle at a constant speed
(on winding roads, in heavy traffic, in traffic that varies in
speed, etc.).
• On slippery roads (wet pavement, ice-or snow-covered roads,
loose gravel, etc.).
Gen 5 DD Platform Operators Manual
All information subject to change without notice.
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