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User’s Handbook, TSL 4230, Issue 4
4016-E61TRS
Safety precautions
General
For safe and reliable operation of the engine it is very important that these safety precautions, and those
Warnings and Cautions given throughout this handbook, are observed, and where necessary the special
tools indicated are used.
All safety precautions should be read and understood before operating or servicing the engine.
Improper operation or maintenance procedures are dangerous and could result in accidents, injury or death.
The operator should check before beginning an operation that all the basic safety precautions have been
carried out to prevent accidents occurring.
You must also refer to the local regulations in the country of use.
Note: Some items only apply to specific applications.
Guards
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Ensure that guards are fitted over exposed rotating parts, hot surfaces, air intakes, belts or live electrical
terminals (high and low tension).
Protection equipment
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Ensure that correct protection equipment is worn at all times.
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Always wear protective gloves when using inhibitors or anti-freeze, removing the pressure cap from the
radiator or heat exchanger filler, changing the lubricating oil/filter or changing the electrolyte in the battery.
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Always wear ear protection when working in an enclosed engine room.
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Always wear suitable eye protection when using an air pressure line.
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Always wear protective boots when working on the engine.
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Always wear protective headgear when working on or underneath the engine.
Naked flames
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Ensure that no smoking or naked flames are lit when checking battery electrolyte, working in the engine
room or when operating or servicing the engine.
Fuel/oil pipes
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Ensure that all pipes are regularly checked for leaks.
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Ensure that all pipes and the surrounding area are regularly checked for spilt oil (and cleaned up where
necessary).
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Always apply suitable barrier cream to hands before any work is carried out.
Gas pipes
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Always check for gas/air mixture leaks.
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Ensure that the gas line and valves meet local safety standards.
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Ensure that the gas line pressure is correct.
Shutdown equipment
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Always test that the protection system is working correctly.
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When stopping the engine in case of overspeed, high water temperature or low oil pressure should be
provided.
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For heat sensors, methane and smoke protectors should be provided (if applicable).
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Always be in a position to stop the engine (even remotely).
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