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Certain engine conservation oils are inflamma-
ble. Some of them are also dangerous if
breathed in. Ensure good ventilation in the
work place. Use a protective mask when spray-
ing.
Hot oil can cause burns. Avoid getting hot oil
on the skin. Ensure that the lubrication system
is not under pressure before carrying out any
work. Never start or operate the engine with
the oil filler cap removed, otherwise oil could be
ejected.
Never allow an open flame or electric sparks
near the batteries. Never smoke in proximity to
the batteries. The batteries give off hydrogen
gas during charging which when mixed with air
can form an explosive gas -oxyhydrogen. This
gas is easily ignited and highly volatile. Incor-
rect connection of the battery can cause a sin-
gle spark which is sufficient to cause an explo-
sion with resulting damage. Do not shift the
connections when attempting to start the en-
gine (spark risk) and do not lean over any of
the batteries. Refer to instructions in the In-
struction Book.
Always ensure that the Plus (positive) and Mi-
nus (negative) battery leads are correctly in-
stalled on the corresponding terminal posts on
the batteries. Incorrect installation can result in
serious damage to the electrical equipment.
Refer to the wiring diagrams.
Always use protective goggles when charging
and handling the batteries. Battery electrolyte
contains sulfuric acid which is highly corrosive.
Should the battery electrolyte come into con-
tact with unprotected skin wash off immediately
using plenty of water and soap. If battery acid
comes in contact with the eyes, immediately
flush with plenty of water and obtain medical
assistance without delay.
Turn the engine off and turn off the power at
the main switches before carrying out work on
the electrical system.
Clutch adjustments, where a clutch is fitted,
must be carried out with the engine turned off.
Use the lifting eyes fitted on the engine/reverse
gear when lifting the drive unit. Always check
that the lifting equipment used is in good condi-
tion and has the load capacity to lift the engine
(engine weight including reverse gear and any
extra equipment installed).
Use a lifting beam to raise the engine to ensure
safe handling and to avoid damaging engine
parts installed on the top of the engine.
All chains and cables should run parallel to
each other and as perpendicular as possible
against the side of the engine.
If extra equipment is installed on the engine
which alters its center of gravity a special lifting
device is required to obtain the correct balance
for safe handling.
Never carry out work on an engine suspended
on a hoist.
Warning! The components in the electrical
system and in the fuel system on Volvo Penta
products are designed and manufactured to
minimize risks of fire and explosion.
The engine must not be run in areas where
there are explosive materials.
Fuel filter replacement should be carried out on
a cold engine in order to avoid the risk of fire
caused by fuel spillage on the exhaust mani-
fold. Always cover the generator (alternator), if
it is located under the fuel filter. The generator
(alternator) can be damaged by spilled fuel.
Always use protective gloves when detecting
leaks. Liquids ejected under pressure can pen-
etrate the body tissues and cause serious inju-
ry. Danger of blood poisoning.
Always use fuels recommended by Volvo
Penta. Refer to the Instruction Book. Use of fu-
els that are of a lower quality can damage the
engine. On a diesel engine poor quality fuel
can cause the control rod to seize and the en-
gine to overrev with resulting risk of damage to
the engine and personal injury. Poor fuel quali-
ty can also lead to higher maintenance costs.
Observe the following when cleaning with high-
pressure water jets: Never point the water jet at
seals, rubber hoses or electrical components.
Never use high pressure jets when washing the
engine.