Perkins M190C, Installation Manual

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General safety precautions
These safety precautions are important. You must refer
also to the local regulations in the country of use. Some
items only refer to specific applications.
Only use these engines in the type of application for
which they have been designed.
Do not change the specification of the engine.
Do not smoke when you put fuel in the tank.
Clean away fuel which has been spilt. Material which
has been contaminated by fuel must be moved to a
safe place.
Do not put fuel in the tank while the engine runs
(unless it is absolutely necessary).
Do not clean, add lubricating oil, or adjust the engine
while it runs (unless you have had the correct
training; even then extreme care must be used to
prevent injury).
Do not make adjustments that you do not understand.
Ensure that the engine does not run in a location
where it can cause a concentration of toxic
emissions.
Other persons must be kept at a safe distance
while the engine, auxiliary equipment or boat is in
operation.
Do not permit loose clothing or long hair near moving
parts.
Keep away from moving parts during engine
operation.
Warning! Some moving parts cannot be seen clearly
while the engine runs.
Do not operate the engine if a safety guard has been
removed.
Do not remove the filler cap or any component of the
cooling system while the engine is hot and while the
coolant is under pressure, because dangerous hot
coolant can be discharged.
Do not use salt water or any other coolant which can
cause corrosion in the closed circuit of the cooling
system.
Do not allow sparks or fire near the batteries
(especially when the batteries are on charge)
because the gases from the electrolyte are highly
flammable. The battery fluid is dangerous to the skin
and especially to the eyes.
Disconnect the battery terminals before a repair is
made to the electrical system.
Only one person must control the engine.
Ensure that the engine is operated only from the
control panel or from the operators position.
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If your skin comes into contact with high-pressure
fuel, obtain medical assistance immediately.
Diesel fuel and lubricating oil (especially used
lubricating oil) can damage the skin of certain
persons. Protect your hands with gloves or a special
solution to protect the skin.
Do not wear clothing which is contaminated
by lubricating oil. Do not put material which is
contaminated with oil into the pockets of clothing.
Discard used lubricating oil in accordance with local
regulations to prevent contamination.
Use extreme care if emergency repairs must be
made at sea or in adverse conditions.
The combustible material of some components of
the engine (for example certain seals) can become
extremely dangerous if it is burned. Never allow this
burnt material to come into contact with the skin or
with the eyes.
Always close the seacock before the removal of any
component of the auxiliary water circuit.
Wear a face mask if the glass fibre cover of the
turbocharger is to be removed or fitted.
Always use a safety cage to protect the operator
when a component is to be pressure tested in
a container of water. Fit safety wires to secure
the plugs which seal the hose connections of a
component which is to be pressure tested.
Do not allow compressed air to contact your skin. If
compressed air enters your skin, obtain medical help
immediately.
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