EPA07 MBE 4000 SERVICE MANUAL The following cautions should be followed when filling a fuel tank: PERSONAL INJURY To avoid injury from fuel spills, do not overfill the fuel tank. FIRE To avoid injury from fire, keep all potential ignition sources away from diesel fuel, including open flames, sparks, and electrical resistance heating elements. Do not smoke when refueling. Batteries Electrical storage batteries emit highly flammable hydrogen gas when charging and continue to do so for some time after receiving a steady charge.
Battery Explosion and Acid Burn To avoid injury from battery explosion or contact with battery acid, work in a well ventilated area, wear protective clothing, and avoid sparks or flames near the battery. If you come in contact with battery acid: Flush your skin with water. Apply baking soda or lime to help neutralize the acid. Flush your eyes with water. Get medical attention immediately. Always disconnect the battery cable before working on the electrical system. To avoid injury from accidental engine startup while servicing the engine, disconnect/disable the starting system.
PERSONAL INJURY Disconnect the batteries or disable an air starter when working on the engine to prevent accidental starting. All information subject to change without notice. DDC-SVC-MAN-0026 Copyright © 2011 DETROIT DIESEL CORPORATION 15