Ingersoll-Rand G 270, Users Manual And Maintenance Manual

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Safety precautions for operation and maintenance
Daily checklist
Make a habit of checking the engine and engine com-
partment visually before operating (before the engine
is started) and after operating (after the engine has
been stopped). This will help you to quickly detect
fuel, coolant or oil leaks and spot anything else un-
usual that has happened or is about to happen.
Refuelling
When refuelling, there is a danger of fire and explo-
sion. Smoking is forbidden and the engine must be
switched off.
Never overfill the tank. Close the fuel tank filler cap
properly.
Only use the fuel recommended in the Instruction
Manual. The wrong grade of fuel can cause operating
problems or cause the engine to stop. On a diesel en-
gine, poor quality fuel may cause the fuel injection
pump to seize and the engine to overrev with a result-
ant risk of damage to the engine and personal injury.
Carbon monoxide poisoning
Start the engine only in a well-ventilated area. If oper-
ating the engine in an enclosed space, ensure that
there is proper ventilation in order to remove exhaust
gases and crankcase ventilation emissions from the
working area.
Operation
The engine must not be run in areas where there are
explosive materials or gases. Not all electrical and
mechanical components are non-sparking.
Approaching a running engine is dangerous. Loose
clothing, hair, fingers or a dropped tool may catch in
the rotating parts of the engine and cause serious per-
sonal injury.
Engines are supplied without guards. After the engine
is installed, all rotating and hot components must be
protected where necessary for reasons of personal
safety.
Starting lock
If the instrument panel does not have an ignition
switch, the engine compartment must be lockable to
prevent unauthorised persons from starting the en-
gine. Alternatively, a lockable main switch can be
used.
Maintenance and service
Knowledge
The Instruction Manual contains instructions on how
to carry out general maintenance and service opera-
tions safely and correctly. Read the instructions care-
fully before starting work.
Service literature covering more complicated opera-
tions is available from your Volvo Penta dealer.
Never carry out any work on the engine if you are un-
sure of how it should be done. Contact your Volvo
Penta dealer who will be glad to offer assistance.
Stop the engine
Stop the engine before opening or removing engine
hatches. Unless otherwise specified, all maintenance
and service must be carried out with the engine
stopped.
To prevent accidental starting, remove the ignition
key, turn off the power supply to the engine at the
main switches and lock them in the OFF position be-
fore starting work. Put up a warning sign in the control
position that work on the engine is being carried out.
Approaching or working on an engine that is running is
a safety risk. Loose clothing, hair, fingers or a
dropped tool may catch in the rotating parts of the en-
gine and cause serious personal injury. Volvo Penta
recommends that all servicing with the engine running
be undertaken by an authorised Volvo Penta work-
shop.
Safety Information