1. For your safety 1.1 WARNING SYMB OLS Most operation, maintenance and inspection problems arise due to users' failure to comply with the rules and precaut1ons for safe operation described in this operation manual. Often, users do not understand or recognize the signs of approaching problems. Improper handling can cause burns and other injuries and can result in death. Be sure to read this operation manual carefully before operating the engine and observe all of the instructions and precautions described in this manual. Below follow the warning signs used in this manual. Pay special attention to parts containing these words and signs.
A DANGER DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, WILL result in death or serious injury. A WARNING WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situa- tion which, if not avoided, COULD result in death or serious injury. CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situa- tion which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. ' A CAUTION This sign is also be used to alert against unsafe practices. The descriptions captioned by are particularly important cautions for handling. If you ignore them, the performance of your machine may deteriorate leading to problems.
1.2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (Observe these instructions for your own safety!) Pr ec aution s for Op erat io n A DANGER Filler Cap of Fr es h Wate r Tank Never open the cap of the fresh water tank while the engine is still hot. Steam and hot water will spurt out and burn you seriously. Wait until the temperature of the fresh water tank has dropped , wrap a cloth around the filler cap and loosen the cap slowly. After inspection, refasten the cap firmly. 4