Gen 5 DD Platform Operators Manual Caution Summary Caution Summary The following cautions must be observed by the operator of the vehicle or equipment in which this engine is installed and/or by those performing basic engine preventive maintenance. Failure to read and heed these cautions and exercise reasonable care for personal safety and the safety of others when operating the vehicle/equipment or performing basic engine preventive maintenance may result in personal injury and engine and/or vehicle/equipment damage. Engine Operation Observe the following cautions when operating the engine. WARNING:
PERSONAL INJURY To avoid injury from loss of vehicle/vessel control, the operator of a DDEC equipped engine must not use or read any diagnostic tool while the vehicle/vessel is moving. WARNING: HOT EXHAUST During parked regeneration the exhaust gases will be extremely HOT and could cause a fire if directed at combustible materials. The vehicle must be parked outside. CAUTION: LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL To avoid injury from the loss of vehicle control, do not use cruise control under these conditions: When it is not possible to keep the vehicle at a constant speed (on winding roads, in heavy traffic, in traffic that varies in speed, etc.).
On slippery roads (wet pavement, ice-or snow-covered roads, loose gravel, etc.). All information subject to change without notice. 9 DDC-SVC-MAN-0217 Copyright © 2022 DETROIT DIESEL CORPORATION