SEBU8598 13 Safety Section Crushing Prevention and Cutting Prevention Do not store ether cylinders in living areas or in the engine compartment. Do not store ether cylinders in direct sunlight or in temperatures above 49 °C (120 °F). Keep ether cylinders away from open flames or sparks. Stay clear of all rotating parts and of all moving parts. Leave the guards in place until maintenance is performed. After the maintenance is performed, reinstall the guards. Keep objects away from moving fan blades. The fan blades will throw objects or cut objects. Dispose of used ether cylinders properly. Do not puncture an ether cylinder. Keep ether cylinders away from unauthorized personnel.
When objects are struck, wear protective glasses in order to avoid injury to the eyes. Do not spray ether into an engine if the engine is equipped with a thermal starting aid for cold weather starting. Chips or other debris may fly off objects when objects are struck. Before objects are struck, ensure that no one will be injured by flying debris. Lines, Tubes, and Hoses Do not bend high-pressure lines. Do not strike high- pressure lines. Do not install any lines that are bent or damaged. i01372247 Mounting and Dismounting SMCS Code: 1000; 4450; 7405 Repair any lines that are loose or damaged. Leaks can cause fires. Consult your Cat dealer for repair or for replacement parts.
Inspect the steps, the handholds, and the work area before mounting the engine. Keep these items clean and keep these items in good repair. Check lines, tubes, and hoses carefully. Do not use your bare hand to check for leaks. Use a board or cardboard to check for leaks. Tighten all connections to the recommended torque. Mount the engine and dismount the engine only at locations that have steps and/or handholds. Do not climb on the engine, and do not jump off the engine. Replace the parts if any of the following conditions are present: Face the engine in order to mount the engine or dismount the engine. Maintain a three-point contact with the steps and handholds.
Use two feet and one hand or use one foot and two hands. Do not use any controls as handholds. End fittings are damaged or leaking. Outer coverings are chafed or cut. Do not stand on components which cannot support your weight. Use an adequate ladder or use a work platform. Secure the climbing equipment so that the equipment will not move. Wires are exposed. Outer coverings are ballooning. Flexible parts of the hoses are kinked. Do not carry tools or supplies when you mount the engine or when you dismount the engine. Use a hand line to raise and lower tools or supplies. Outer covers have embedded armoring. End fittings are displaced.
i03560601 Before Starting Engine Make sure that all clamps, guards, and heat shields are installed correctly in order to prevent vibration, rubbing against other parts, and excessive heat. SMCS Code: 1000 i01359666 Crushing Prevention and Cutting Prevention NOTICE For initial start-up of a new or rebuilt engine, and for start-up of an engine that has been serviced, make provision to shut the engine off should an overspeed occur. This may be accomplished by shutting off the air and/or fuel supply to the engine. SMCS Code: 1000; 4450; 7405 Support the component properly when work beneath the component is performed.
Unless other maintenance instructions are provided, never attempt adjustments while the engine is running.