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Important notes on safe operation of the engine
HATZ diesel engines are economical, strongly built and long-lasting. They are therefore frequently
chosen for commercially and industrially operated equipment and machinery.
If the engine forms part of the finished equipment or machine, its manufacturer will take all the appli-
cable safety regulations into account.
Nevertheless, we would like you to note certain additional comments on operating safety which
follow. Depending on the manner in which the engine is installed and its intended application, the
equipment manufacturer or operator may have to attach additional safety devices and prohibit poten-
tially hazardous aspects of operation, for example:
– Exhaust system components as well as the surface of the engine will naturally be hot and must not
be touched while the engine is running or until it has cooled down after being stopped.
– Faulty wiring or incorrect operation of electrical equipment may lead to sparks forming, and must
be avoided as a potential fire hazard.
– Rotating parts must be shielded so that they cannot be touched accidentally when the engine is in-
stalled in other equipment or machinery.
Guards are available from HATZ to protect belt drives for cooling fans and generators.
– Before attempting to start the engine it is essential to have studied the starting information in the
Instruction Book.
– Mechanical starting devices must not be used by children or persons of insufficient physical
strength.
– In order to benefit from the advantages of the starting handle with kick-back damping, it must be
used precisely as recommended in this Instruction Book.
– Before starting the engine, ensure that all the specified protective guards are in place.
– The engine must only be operated, serviced or repaired by persons who have received the appro-
priate training.
– Keep the starting handle and the key out of reach of unauthorized persons.
– Do not run the engine in closed or badly ventilated rooms.
Do not breath in emissions – danger of poisoning!
– Also fuel and lubricants could contain poisonous components. Please follow the instructions of the
mineral oil producer.
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