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SAFETY INFORMATION
3.1 Safety information
• The intended use of the engine is in conformity with the
machine on which it is mounted.
• Any use of the machine other than that described cannot
be considered as complying with its intended purpose as
specified by KOHLER .
• KOHLER declines all responsibility for any change to the
engine not described in this manual made by unauthorized
KOHLER personnel.
• A proper use of the engine, a strict observance of the
rules listed below and the rigorous application of all these
precautions will avoid the risk of accidents or injuries.
• Those who carry out the use and maintenance on the
engine must wear the safety equipment and the accident-
prevention guards.
• KOHLER declines all direct and indirect liability for failure
to comply with the standards of conduct contained in this
manual.
• KOHLER cannot consider every reasonably unforeseeable
misuse that may cause a potential danger.
3.2 General remarks
3.2.1
Note for OEM
• When installing the KDI engines, always bear in mind that
any variation to the functional systems may result in serious
failures to the engine.
• Any improvement must be verified at KOHLER testing
laboratories before application of the engine.
• In case the approval to a modification is not granted, KOHLER
shall not be deemed responsible for any consequential
failures or damages to the engine.
3.2.2
Note for end user
• The following indications are dedicated to the user of the
machine in order to reduce or eliminate risks concerning
engine operation and the relative routine maintenance work.
• The user must read these instructions carefully. Failure to do
this could lead to serious danger for his personal safety and
health and that of any persons who may be in the vicinity of
the machine.
• On starting, make sure that the engine is as horizontal as
possible, unless the machine specifications differ.
• Make sure that the machine is stable to prevent the risk of
overturning.
• The engine must not operate in places containing
inflammable materials, in explosive atmospheres, where
there is dust that can easily catch fire unless specific,
adequate and clearly indicated precautions have been
taken and have been certified for the machine.
• To prevent fire hazards, always keep the machine at least
one meter from buildings or from other machinery.
• Children and animals must be kept at a due distance from
operating machines in order to prevent hazards deriving
from their operation.
• Thoroughly wash and clean all the external parts of the
engine before performing any operation, in order to avoid
the accidental introduction of impurities/foreign bodies.
Use only water and/or appropriate products to clean the
engine. If cleaning engine with a pressure washer or steam
cleaner, it is important to maintain a minimum distance of at
least 200mm between the surface to be washed and the nozzle.
Avoid directing the nozzle on electrical components,
cable connections and sealed rings (oil seals etc).
• The engine may only be assembled on a machine by
personnel specifically trained by KOHLER and who work in
compliance with the existing documentation.
• The engine has been built to the specifications of a machine
manufacturer, and it is his responsibility to ensure that all
necessary action is taken to meet the essential and legally
prescribed health and safety requirements. Any use of the
machine other than that described cannot be considered
as complying with its intended purpose as specified by
KOHLER, which therefore declines all responsibility for
accidents caused by such operations.
Thoroughly wash and clean the area surrounding the
engine following the instructions provided by machine
manufacturer.
• Fuel and oil are inflammable. The tank must only be filled
when the engine is off. Before starting, dry any spilt fuel.
• Make sure that no soundproofing panels and the ground or
floor on which the machine is standing have not soaked up
any fuel.
• Fuel vapour is highly toxic. Only refuel outdoors or in a well
ventilated place.
• Do not smoke or use open flames when refuelling.
• During operation, the surface of the engine can become
dangerously hot. Avoid touching the exhaust system in
particular.
• Before proceeding with any operation on the engine, stop it
and allow it to cool.
• Always open the radiator plug or expansion chamber with
the utmost caution, wearing protective garments and
goggles.
• The coolant fluid is under pressure. Never carry out any
inspections until the engine has cooled.
• If there is an electric fan, do not approach the engine when
it is still hot as the fan could also start operating when the
engine is at a standstill.
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