SCHOTTEL SV 1, Manual

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TDO--Ge 5 / 8 Safety and Enviromental Protection Regulation “SV 1” 3 348/98 1099236
Moving parts must be protected. If necessary, these
protection devices must be fitted subsequently.
Do not refuel in non--ventilated rooms and only when
the engine is switched off.
Smoking is prohibited when refuelling.
Never check fuel level with an open flame.
Combustion engines may only run in rooms where
adequate ventilation is ensured.
Exhaust fumes are highly dangerous!
Never smoke or handle open fire in the vicinity of in-
flammable materials.
Starting--up and operation of control
systems
An emergency stop of the ship is possible at all times;
in the case of twin--propulsion units, both SRP pro-
pulsion units should be swivelled to the outside by
180
°
.
The speed of the drive engines must be reduced be-
fore starting the control procedures for extreme ma-
noeuvres (if necessary down to idling speed).
4 Maintenance and installation
Only tight--fitting, non--defective tools may be used.
”Worn out” spanners slip.
Maintenance and installation work may only be car-
ried out on units not in operation.
Maintenance and installation work on electrical com-
ponents may only be carried out when the unit is dis-
connected. Pipes and hoses under pressure must
neither be tightened nor slackened.
Screw locking compound, sealing compound, oils,
acids, detergents and preservatives must not come
into contact with skin and eyes.
Should an accident occur however, despite taking all
precautions, then a doctor must be seen immediate-
ly.
Always wear protective glasses when cleaning parts
with compressed air.
Benzine or any other easily inflammable substances
may not be used for cleaning the unit or its compo-
nents. Fuels and other materials required for opera-
tion must be stored only in containers which cannot
be mistaken for drink containers.
The handling of hot oil runs the risk of burning.
Do not heat oil, the oil or the vapors may ignite.
Smoking is prohibited when checking the acid level
of the batteries. Do not check the acid level of the bat-
teries using an open flame. Charge batteries in well--
ventilated rooms only.
The fixing screw must be tightened with the appropri-
ate torque in accordance to design, and secured
against accidental loosening in a suitable manner.
Please observe the relevant operating and installa-
tion instructions.
During maintenance and repair work in the area
of rotary shaft seals and bearing races, these
must not be damaged.
Rotary shaft seals and bearing races must not be
painted over.
Protect them against heat, welding splashes and
abrasion dust, covering them if necessary.