Safety Information
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VPA 7743722 English 10-2004
General Information
This manual contains information you need to operate
your boat engine and drive safely. Check that you
have the correct manual for your engine and drive.
This manual also contains a considerable amount of
information concerning model identification, preven-
tive maintenance recommendations, fuel and oil rec-
ommendations, and other important points. Please
keep this book with your boat at all times.
NOTE!
It is important that this manual stays with the
boat when it is sold. Important safety infor-
mation must be passed to the new owner.
The service information provided in the
manual gives the owner important informa-
tion about maintaining the engine and trans-
mission.
If you do not understand or are uncertain about any
operation or information in this owner’s manual,
please contact your Volvo Penta dealer. He will be
able to help you with an explanation or will demon-
strate the operation.
NOTE!
Federal law requires manufacturers to notify
owners in the event that a safety related de-
fect is discovered on any of their products. If
you are not the original owner of this engine,
please notify us at our address or through
an authorized Volvo Penta dealer about the
change in ownership. This is the only way
we will be able to contact you if necessary.
Carefully observe the safety alert symbols shown for
dangers, warnings, and cautions. They warn you of
possible dangers or important information contained
in this manual. However, warnings alone do not elim-
inate hazards, nor are they a substitute for safe boat
handling and proper accident prevention measures!
Warning Symbols Used in this Manual
Following is a list of symbols used in this manual as a
quick reference visual warning of the dangers and
risks associated with carrying out certain activities.
High Pressure:
Fluid or gas may be eject-
ed under a great deal of pressure causing
damage to metals, fabrics, or human tissue.
Corrosive:
Fluids, gases, or solids that can
damage metals, fabrics, or human tissue
through decay.
Toxic:
Gases or other airborne corrosives
that can damage human tissue, cause ill
health, or endanger life.
Poisonous:
Fluids, gases, or solids that,
through a chemical reaction, can damage
metals, fabrics, or human tissue.
Electrical:
Danger of electrical discharge
or shock which can cause burns or other se-
rious injury.
Flammable:
Fluids, gases, or solids that
can–depending upon the degree of confine-
ment–burn or explode upon ignition.
Explosive:
Fluids, gases, or solids that
can–depending upon the degree of confine-
ment–burn or explode upon ignition.
Fan Belts:
Loose clothing, hair, fingers or a
dropped tool can be caught in revolving
belts and cause serious personal injury.
Crushing Force:
Heavy objects may break
loose and fall, causing a crushing blow that
can result in serious injury or death.
Rotating Fan:
Loose clothing, hair, fingers
or a dropped tool can be caught in rotating
parts and cause serious personal injury.
Face Mask:
Highly recommended that you
wear a face shield, goggles, and/or respira-
tor to protect face, eyes, and/or lungs.
Face Wash:
Wash affected body area im-
mediately using plenty of soap and water
and seek medical assistance as necessary.
Gloves:
Highly recommended that you
wear protective gloves while engaging in
activities that may harm your hands.
Hot Surface:
Hot objects, (engine block,
exhaust manifold, starter element, etc.) can
cause burns and other serious injury.
No Smoking:
By smoking in areas where
these signs are posted, you risk starting a fire
or causing an explosion.
No Open Flames:
By using an open flame in
areas where these signs are posted, you risk
starting a fire or causing an explosion.
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