12 SEBU8726-03 Safety Section Fire Prevention and Explosion Prevention Incorrect jumper cable connections can cause an explosion that can result in injury. Refer to the Operation Section of this manual for specific instructions. Do not charge a frozen battery. Charging a frozen battery may cause an explosion. The batteries must be kept clean. The covers (if equipped) must be kept on the cells. Use the recommended cables, connections, and battery box covers when the engine is operated. Fire Extinguisher Make sure that a fire extinguisher is available. Be familiar with the operation of the fire extinguisher. Inspect the fire extinguisher and service the fire extinguisher regularly.
Obey the recommendations on the instruction plate. Lines, Tubes, and Hoses Illustration 9 g00704059 Use caution when you are refueling an engine. Do not smoke while you are refueling an engine. Do not refuel an engine near open flames or sparks. Always stop the engine before refueling. Do not bend high-pressure lines. Do not strike high- pressure lines. Do not install any lines that are damaged. Leaks can cause fires. Consult your Perkins dealer or your Perkins distributor for replacement parts. Replace the parts if any of the following conditions are present: High-pressure fuel line or lines are removed. End fittings are damaged or leaking. Outer coverings are chafed or cut.
Wires are exposed. Outer coverings are ballooning. Flexible parts of the hoses are kinked. Outer covers have embedded armoring. End fittings are displaced. Illustration 10 g00704135 Gases from a battery can explode. Keep any open flames or sparks away from the top of a battery. Do not smoke in battery charging areas. Never check the battery charge by placing a metal object across the terminal posts. Use a voltmeter or a hydrometer.