OM2041 9/11 Safety - Section 20 Page 20-13 Adding Fuel Or Oil Handling High Pressure Hoses Spilled fuel and oil may cause slipping. Always clean up spills immediately. Do not bend high pressure hoses or hit them with hard objects. Do not use any bent or cracked piping, tubes or hoses. They may burst during use. Always add fuel and oil in a well-ventilated area. When refueling, stop the engine and do not smoke. Always repair any loose or broken hoses. If fuel or oil leaks, it may result in a fire. Tighten the cap of the fuel and oil fillers securely. Never use fuel to wash parts. Precautions With High Pressure Oil Radiator Coolant Level Work equipment circuits are always under pressure.
Do not add oil, drain oil or perform maintenance or inspections before completely releasing the internal pressure. If it is necessary to add coolant to the radiator, stop the engine and allow the engine and radiator to cool down before adding the coolant. Depress the pressure release button on the cap to vent cooling system pressure. Slowly loosen the cap to relieve any remaining pressure. Small, high-pressure pin hole leaks are extremely dangerous. The jet of high-pressure oil can pierce the skin and eyes. Always wear safety glasses and thick gloves. Use a piece of cardboard or a sheet of wood to check for oil leakage.
If you are hit by a jet of high-pressure oil, consult a doctor immediately for medical attention. Use Of Lighting When checking fuel, oil, coolant or battery electrolyte, always use lighting with anti-explosion specifications. If such lighting equipment is not used, there is danger of an explosion. Precautions When Performing Maintenance Near High Temperature Or High Pressure Immediately after stopping operation, engine coolant and operating oils are at high temperature and under high pressure. If the cap is removed, the oil or water is drained, or the filters are replaced under these conditions, it may result in burns or other injury.
Wait for the temperature to cool and pressure to subside before performing the inspection and/or maintenance as outlined in the shop manual. Precautions With The Battery When repairing the electrical system or performing electrical welding, remove the negative (-) terminal of the battery to stop the flow of current.