Safety Information Fire and Explosion Fuel and Lubrication Oil Incorrect connection of the battery can cause a spark, which would be sufficient to cause an explosion. Do not disturb battery connections when starting the en- gine (spark risk) and do not lean over batteries. Always ensure that the positive and negative battery leads are correctly installed on the corresponding ter- minal posts. Incorrect installation can result in serious damage to electrical equipment. All fuels, most lubricants, and many chemicals are flammable. Read and follow the instructions on the packaging. Always use protective goggles or a face mask when charging and handling batteries.
Battery electrolyte contains sulphuric acid, which is highly corrosive. If battery electrolyte comes into contact with unprotect- ed skin, wash it off immediately using plenty of water and soap. If battery acid comes in contact with the eyes, immediately flush with an abundant amount of water and obtain medical assistance. When carrying out work on the fuel system make sure the engine is cold. A fuel spill onto a hot surface or electrical components can cause a fire. Store fuel soaked rags and other flammable material so that there is no danger of them catching fire. Fuel soaked rags can self-ignite under certain conditions.
7743722 - Downloaded from www.volvopenta.com 13/05/2008 20:17:06 Do not smoke when filling fuel, oil, or while in the prox- imity of a filling station or in the engine room. Start Spray Certain engine oils are flammable. Some of them are also dangerous if inhaled. Whenever you use these agents, follow the manufacturer’s instructions on the product packaging. Ensure that ventilation in the work place is good. Use a protective mask when spraying. Never use start spray or similar agents to start an en- gine. This may cause an explosion in the inlet mani- fold.
Non-Original Components Hot surfaces and Fluids Components in the electrical, ignition, and fuel sys- tems on Volvo Penta products are designed and con- structed to minimize the risk of fire and explosion. There is always a risk of burns when working with a hot engine. Beware of hot surfaces. For example: the exhaust pipe and manifold, oil pan, starter element, hot coolant, and hot oil in oil lines and hoses. Using non-original Volvo Penta parts that do not meet the above standards can result in fire or explosion on board. Damage caused by using non-original Volvo Penta replacement parts will not be covered under any warranty provided by Volvo Penta.
Always turn off the engine before starting service pro- cedures. Avoid hot surfaces and liquids in supply lines and hoses when the engine has just been turned off and is still hot. Batteries Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Only start the engine in a well-ventilated area. If oper- ating the engine in an enclosed space, ensure that there is proper ventilation in order to remove exhaust gases and crankcase ventilation emissions from the working area. Please see ““Station Wagon” Effect & Carbon Monoxide” on page 9 for additional informa- tion. Never allow an open flame or electric sparks near the battery or batteries. Never smoke in proximity to the batteries.
The batteries give off hydrogen gas during charging which, when mixed with air, can form an ex- plosive gas. This gas is easily ignited and highly vola- tile. 6 VPA 7743722 English 10-2004