Safety precautions and
instructions
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Operator’s Manual Marine
generators sets.
- Continuously discharge entire contents of a halon or CO2 portable fire extinguisher (or other
provision) immediately.
Carbon monoxide (CO) can cause severe nausea, fainting or death.
Engine exhaust gases contains carbon monoxide gas. Carbon monoxide is an odourless, colourless,
tasteless, no irritating gas that can cause death if inhaled for even a short time.
Get fresh air and do not sit, lie down or fall asleep if anyone shows signs of carbon monoxide poisoning:
Light-headedness, dizziness
Physical fatigue, weakness in joints and muscles. Sleepiness, mental fatigue, inability
to concentrate or speak clearly, blurred vision. Stomachache, vomiting, nausea.
Keep the area around the battery well ventilated. While the engine is running or the battery is
charging, hydrogen gas is produced which can be easily ignited.
Never allow battery fluid (battery contains sulfuric acid) to come in contact with clothing,
skin or eyes. Always wear safety gloves and protective clothing when servicing the
battery. If battery fluid contacts the eyes and/or skin, immediately flush the affected area
with a large amount of clean water and obtain prompt medical treatment
.
Before working on the engine or connected equipment, disable the engine as follows:
Set the engine controller (SVT) to OFF Mode.
(1) Disconnect the power input from battery.
(2) Disconnect the battery cables. Remove the negative (-) lead first when
disconnecting the battery. Reconnect the negative (-) lead last when reconnecting the
battery.
