EPA04 MBE 4000 ENGINE OPERATOR'S GUIDE 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. PERSONAL INJURY Diesel engine exhaust and some of its constituents are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, and other reproductive harm.
Always start and operate an engine in a well ventilated area. If operating an engine in an enclosed area, vent the exhaust to the outside. Engine Operation Observe the following cautions when operating the engine. Do not modify or tamper with the exhaust system or emission control system. 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. All information subject to change without notice. (Rev. 04/08) 1 DDC-SVC-MAN-0056 04/08 Copyright © 2008 DETROIT DIESEL CORPORATION