SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - TM-5-3895-349-14-P0854

ENGINE OPERATION

GENERAL

Proper engine operation and maintenance are essential to

Before starting the engine, familiarize yourself with

these procedures and apply the principles to your particular

long engine life and maximum performance.

The

installation.

essentials for proper operation and normal periodic

maintenance are outlined in this guide. However, your

Caterpillar dealer is available for troubleshooting and/or

repairs when required.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Safety is basically common sense. There are standard

6. Observe NO SMOKING signs.

safety rules but each situation has Its own peculiarities

which cannot always be covered by rules. Therefore with

7. Do not smoke around batteries. Hydrogen gas

your experience and common sense, you are in a position

generated by charging is explosive. Keep batteries

to do something about safety. Lack of attention to safety

in a well ventilated area.

can result in: accidents, personal injury, reduction of

8. Do not wear loose clothing around machinery.

efficiency and worst of all - loss of life. Watch for safety

hazards. Correct deficiencies promptly.

9. Be sure the engine room is properly ventilated.

10. Always disconnect and tape the ground battery

Use the following safety precautions as a general guide

lead before working on the electrical system.

to safe operation.

11. All electrical equipment must be

grounded

according to local building ordinances.

1. Never adjust or repair a machine while It is In

operation.

12. Be sure an automatic tart-stop system is

inoperative when the engine or generator Is being

2. Remove all tools and electrical cords before

worked on.

Disconnect and tape the ground

starting.

battery lead.

3. Keep the engine room and floor area clean.

4. Store oily rags in containers,

5. Never store flammable liquids near the engine.

Remember, safety Is everyone's business,

INSTALL GUARDS ON ALL EXPOSED ROTATING COMPONENTS