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Safety Rules (Continued)
Read and understand the MSDS for each chemical before
you start any job that includes it. Follow the procedures
and use appropriate equipment exactly as recommended.
Contact your Northern Lights dealer or Northern Lights
factory for MSDS’s used on Northern Lights products.
Work in Well Ventilated Areas
!
CAUTION
Exhaust fumes from engines contain carbon monoxide
and can cause sickness or death. Work in well ventilated
areas to avoid prolonged exposure to engine fumes. If it
is necessary to run an engine in an enclosed area, route
the exhaust fumes out of the area with an approved, leak
proof exhaust pipe extension.
Remove Paint Before Welding or Heating
Hazardous fumes can be generated
when paint is heated by welding,
soldering or using a torch. To avoid
potentially toxic fumes and dust,
remove paint before heating.
• Remove paint a minimum of 100
mm (4 in.) from the
area that will be affected by heat.
• If paint cannot be removed, wear an approved respirator.
• If you sand or grind paint, use an approved respirator.
• If you use solvent or paint stripper, remove stripper
with soap and water before welding. Remove
solvent or paint stripper containers from the area.
• Allow at least 15 minutes for fumes to disperse
before welding or heating.
Do not use a chlorinated solvent in an area where welding
will occur. Work only in areas that are well ventilated.
Dispose of paint and solvent properly.
Service Cooling System Safely
Opening a pressurized cooling
system can release explosive
fluids and causing serious burns.
Before opening any pressurized
cooling system, make sure the
engine has been shut off. Do not remove a filler cap
unless it is cool enough to comfortably grip with bare
hands. Slowly loosen cap to relieve pressure before
opening fully.
Avoid High Pressure Fluids
Relieve pressure prior to
disconnecting pressurized lines.
Escaping fluid under pressure
can penetrate the skin causing
serious injury. Always relieve pressure before
disconnecting hydraulic or other pressurized lines.
Tighten all connections firmly before re-applying
pressure.
If searching for leaks, use a piece of cardboard.
Always protect your hands and other body parts from
high-pressure fluids.
If an accident occurs, see a doctor immediately. Any
high pressure spray injected into the skin must be
removed within a few hours to prevent the risk of
gangrene or other infection.
Avoid Heating Near Pressurized Fluid Lines
Flammable spray can be generated
by heating near pressurized fluid
lines, resulting in severe burns and
bodily injury. Pressurized lines
can rupture when heat goes beyond the immediate
flame area. Do not weld, solder or use a torch or
open flame near pressurized lines or other flammable
fluids.
Do Not Open High-Pressure Fuel System
!
DANGER
Many Northern Lights engines use high-pressure
fuel injection. High-pressure fluid remaining in fuel
lines can cause serious injury. Do not disconnect or
attempt any repair of fuel lines, sensors, or other
Updated 3-12-12
