6 SEBU8598 Safety Section Safety Messages Universal Warning (1) Sulfuric Acid Burn (2) Illustration 2 g01370904 One safety message is located on the left side of the valve cover. One safety message is located on the right side of the valve cover. Illustration 3 g01382725 Do not operate or work on this equipment unless you have read and understand the instructions and warnings in the Operation and Maintenance Manual. Failure to follow the instructions or heed the warnings could result in injury or death. Con- tact any Caterpillar dealer for replacement man- uals. Proper care is your responsibility. One safety message for sulfuric acid burn is located on top of the exhaust cooler.
One safety message for sulfuric acid burn is located on the right side of the exhaust cooler. Sulfuric Acid Burn Hazard may cause serious per- sonal injury or death. The exhaust gas cooler may contain a small amount of sulfuric acid. The use of fuel with sulfur levels greater than 15 ppm may increase the amount of sulfuric acid formed. The sulfuric acid may spill from the cooler during service of the en- gine. The sulfuric acid will burn the eyes, skin and clothing on contact. Always wear the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) that is noted on a material safety data sheet (MSDS) for sulfuric acid.
Always follow the directions for first aid that are noted on a material safety data sheet (MSDS) for sulfuric acid.