INTRODUCTION WARNING Stay clear of all rotating and moving parts Install protective covers on rotating parts Make sure the protective covers for engine rotating parts are properly installed as intended. Repair loose or damaged protective covers as necessary. Never remove the covers guarding personnel from rotating parts, when the engine is oper- ating. When combining the engine with the engine-driven ma- chine or radiator, always provide a cover on every ex- posed moving part such as driving belt and coupling. Never remove protective covers. Lockout and tagout Be sure to lockout and tagout before starting inspection and maintenance.
Lockout and tagout are effective methods of cutting off machines and equipment from energy sources. To accomplish the lockout/tagout, remove the starter switch key, set the battery switch to OFF and attach a "Do Not Run" or similar caution tag to the starter switch. The starter switch key must be kept by the person who performs inspection and maintenance during the work. In the case of pneumatic starting type, close the main valve of the air tank and post a tag saying "Do Not Open the Valve" or the like. Ensure safety of neighboring people before starting engine Before starting the engine, ensure that there is nobody in the neighborhood and that no tools are left on or near the engine.
Verbally notify people around the engine or in the work area when starting the engine. When the starter device is posted with a sign that pro- hibits startup operation, do not operate the engine. Keep engine stopped during servicing Be sure to stop the engine before proceeding to inspec- tion and service procedure. Never attempt to make ad- justments on the engine parts while the engine is running. Rotating parts such as belt can entangle your body and cause serious injuries. Always restore engine turning tools after use Do not forget to remove the tools which have been used for turning the engine during inspection or servic- ing, after the procedure is finished.
Remember also that the turning gear must be returned to the operating condition before starting the engine. Starting the engine with the turning tools inserted or with the turning gear in engagement can lead to not only engine damage but also personal injuries. Stay clear of moving parts during engine running Do not approach rotating or sliding parts of the engine when the engine is in operation. Keep objects likely to be caught by rotating parts away from such parts. If any part of the clothing or outfit- ting is caught by a rotating part, se- rious bodily injuries could result. IV