Chapter 1
BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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Stay clear of all rotating and moving parts
Install protective covers around
rotating parts
Make sure the protective covers of
the engine are correctly installed.
Repair any damaged or loose cov-
ers.
Never remove the protective cov-
ers of rotating parts during opera-
tion.
When the engine is coupled to the radiator or other
equipment, install protective covers around the
exposed connecting belt and coupling.
Never remove protective covers.
Check the work area for safety
Before starting the engine, make sure no one is near
the engine and tools are not left on or near the engine.
Verbally notify persons within the immediate area
when starting the engine.
When the starter device is posted with a sign that pro-
hibits startup operation, do not operate the engine.
Stay clear of moving parts dur-
ing engine running
Do not approach rotating or sliding
parts of the engine when the
engine is in operation.
Keep objects likely to be caught by
rotating parts away from such
parts.
If any part of the clothing or outfit-
ting is caught by a rotating part, serious bodily injuries
could result.
Lockout and Tagout
Be sure to lockout and tagout before starting inspec-
tion and maintenance.
Lockout and tagout are effective methods of cutting off
machines and equipment from energy sources.
To accomplish the lockout/tagout, remove the starter
switch key, set the battery switch to OFF and attach a
"Do Not Run" or similar caution tag to the starter
switch. The starter switch key must be kept by the per-
son who performs inspection and maintenance during
the work.
In the case of pneumatic starting type, close the main
valve of the air tank and post a tag saying "Do Not
Open the Valve" or the like.
Keep engine stopped during
servicing
Be sure to stop the engine before proceeding to
inspection and service procedure. Never attempt to
make adjustments on the engine parts while the
engine is running. Rotating parts such as belt can
entangle your body and cause serious injuries.
Always restore engine turning
tools after use
Do not forget to remove the tools which have been
used for turning the engine during inspection or ser-
vicing, after the procedure is finished. Remember also
that the turning gear must be returned to the operating
condition before starting the engine.
Starting the engine with the turning tools inserted or
with the turning gear in engagement can lead to not
only engine damage but also personal injuries.
Changing the engine speed set-
ting is prohibited
Never change engine speed setting.
Tampering with the setting can cause the engine and
its coupled machine to operate at excessive speeds
and result in accidents.
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