OPM 320 en-GB
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Scania CV AB 2019, Sweden
Environment and safety
Safety precautions for running the
engine
Daily maintenance
Always carry out a visual inspection of the en-
gine and engine compartment before starting the
engine or when the engine has been switched off
after operation.
This inspection should be done to detect fuel, oil
or coolant leaks, or anything else that may re-
quire corrective action.
Fuel
WARNING!
Fuel of the wrong quality can cause malfunctions
or cause the engine to stop. This can cause dam-
age to the engine and, possibly, personal injury.
REQUIREMENT!
Use only fuel which fulfils the requirements in
section.
Hazardous gases
WARNING!
Only start the engine in a well-ventilated area.
The exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide and
nitrogen oxides, which are toxic.
When the engine is run in an enclosed space,
there must be effective devices to extract gas and
exhaust gases.
Starter lock
IMPORTANT!
If the instrument panel is not fitted with a starter
lock, the engine compartment should be locked
to prevent unauthorised personnel from starting
the engine. Alternatively, a lockable master
switch or battery master switch can be used.
Running
WARNING!
The engine must not be run in environments
where there is a risk of explosion, as all of the
electrical or mechanical components can gener-
ate sparks.
Approaching a running engine always poses a
safety risk. Parts of the body, clothes or dropped
tools can get caught in rotating parts such as the
fan and cause injury. For personal safety all ro-
tating parts and hot surfaces must be fitted with
guards.
