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Certain engine conservation oils are inflamma-
ble. Some of them are also dangerous if in-
haled. Ensure that ventilation in the work place
is good. Use a protective mask when spraying.
Hot oil can cause burns. Avoid skin contact
with hot oil. Ensure that the lubrication system
is not under pressure before commencing work
on it. 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.
Never interfere with the terminals when the
engine is running. A high energy pulse may be
generated which will damage the electrical
system.
Never mix up the positive and negative battery
terminals when installing. Incorrect installation
can result in serious damage to electrical
equipment. Refer to wiring diagrams.
Always use protective goggles when charging
and handling batteries. The battery electrolyte
contains extremely corrosive sulfuric acid. If
this should come in contact with the skin, im-
mediately wash with soap and plenty of water.
If battery acid comes in contact with the eyes,
immediately flush with plenty of water and ob-
tain medical assistance without delay.
Turn the engine off and switch off 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 mounted on the engine/re-
verse gear when lifting the drive unit. Always
check that the lifting equipment used is in good
condition and has the load capacity to lift the
engine (engine weight including reverse gear
and any extra equipment installed).
To ensure safe handling and to avoid damaging
engine components on top of the engine, use a
lifting beam to raise 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 which is
only supported 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 the risk 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 to avoid the risk of fire caused by
fuel spilling onto the exhaust manifold. Always
cover the generator (alternator), if it is located
under the fuel filters. The generator (alternator)
can be damaged by spilled fuel.
WARNING! TAMD63, TAMD73 and TAMD74
have pretensioned delivery pipes. These pipes
must under no circumstances be bent. Dam-
aged pipes should be replaced.
Always use protective gloves when tracing
leaks. Liquids ejected under pressure can pen-
etrate body tissue and cause serious injury.
There is a danger of blood poisoning.
Always use fuels recommended by Volvo
Penta. Refer to the Instruction Book. The use
of lower quality fuels can damage the engine.
On a diesel engine poor quality fuel can cause
the control rod to seize and the engine to over-
rev with the resulting risk of damage to the en-
gine and personal injury. Poor fuel quality can
also lead to higher maintenance costs.
Observe the following rules when cleaning with
high-pressure water jets. Never direct the water
jet at seals, rubber hoses or electrical compo-
nents. Never use a high pressure jet when
washing the engine.
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