Ensure that all of the safety messages are legible. Clean the safety messages or replace the safety messages if the words cannot be read or if the illustrations are not visible. Use a cloth, water, and soap to clean the safety messages. Do not use solvents, gasoline, or other harsh chemicals. Solvents, gasoline, or harsh chemicals could loosen the adhesive that secures the safety messages. The safety messages that are loosened could drop off of the engine.
Replace any safety message that is damaged or missing. If a safety message is attached to a part of the engine that is replaced, install a new safety message on the replacement part. Your Caterpillar dealer can provide new safety messages.
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Do not operate or work on this engine 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. Contact any Caterpillar dealer for replacement manuals. Proper care is your responsibility. |
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High Voltage
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Locations of the safety message for high voltage | |
The safety message for high voltage is located on the following components: terminal box (1) , customer connection box (2) and circuit breaker box (3) .
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High voltage can cause electrical shocks. Electrical shocks can cause personal injury or death. Avoid contacting electrical components and wiring.
Automatic Starting
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Locations of the safety message for automatic starting | |
The safety message for automatic starting is located on the following components: terminal box (1) , customer connection box (2) and circuit breaker box (3) .
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When the engine is in the automatic mode, the engine can start at any moment. To avoid personal injury, always remain clear of the engine when the engine is in automatic mode.
Servicing the Engine and Reading the Manual
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Locations of the safety message for servicing the engine and reading the manual | |
The safety message for servicing the engine and reading the manual is located on the following components: terminal box (1) , customer connection box (2) and circuit breaker box (3) .
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Do not operate or work on the engine unless the instruction and warnings in the Operation and Maintenance Manual are understood. Failure to follow the instructions or failure to heed the warnings could result in personal injury or death. Proper care is your responsibility.
Coolant Pressure and Hot Surface
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Locations of the safety message for coolant pressure and hot surface | |
The safety message for the coolant pressure and the hot surface is located near the top of the radiator on the front (1) and on the rear (2) .
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When the engine is at operating temperature, the engine coolant is hot. The engine coolant is also under pressure. Allow cooling system components to cool before the cooling system is drained. Any contact with hot coolant or with steam can cause severe burns.
Hot Surface
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Location of the safety message for hot surface | |
The safety message for the hot surface is located on each side of the radiator.
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When the engine is at operating temperature, the engine coolant is hot. Allow cooling system components to cool before the cooling system is drained. Any contact with hot coolant or with steam can cause severe burns.
Do Not Climb
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Location of the safety message for do not climb | |
The safety message for do not climb is located on the crossbeams for the radiator.
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Do not climb on the crossbeams for the radiator. Personal injury may result. Use an adequate ladder or use an appropriate work platform for climbing.
Lifting the Generator Set
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Location of the safety message for lifting the generator set | |
The safety message for lifting the generator set is located on the engine mounting rails.
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Before lifting the generator set, read this Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Engine Lifting" topic in the Operation Section.
If improper equipment is used to lift the generator set, injury and damage can occur. Use cables that are properly rated for the weight. Use a spreader bar and attach the cables according to the information on the safety message.
Engine Lifting
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Location of the safety message for lifting the engine | |
The safety message for lifting the engine is located on the engine mounting rails.
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Before lifting the engine, read this Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Engine Lifting" topic in the Operation Section.
If improper equipment is used to lift the engine, injury and damage can occur. Use cables that are properly rated for the weight. Use a spreader bar and attach the cables according to the information on the safety message.
Diesel Fuel
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Location of the safety message for diesel fuel | |
The safety message for diesel fuel is located next to the fuel inlet on the diagonal support for the radiator. The diagonal support for the radiator is attached between the engine mounting rails.
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Use diesel fuel only in the engine. The use of gasoline can cause the following problems to occur: engine damage, personal injury and possible death. Avoid spilling diesel fuel on hot engine components. Spilling diesel fuel on hot engine components can cause a fire. Personal injury or death can occur. Use extreme caution when you are filling the fuel tank with diesel fuel. Always wear protective clothing.
Unit Injectors
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Location of the safety message for unit injector | |
The safety message for the unit injector is located on the Electronic Control Module (ECM) (1) and on the valve covers (2) .
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Electrical shock hazard. The electronic unit injector system uses 90-120 volts. |
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The ECM sends a high voltage signal to the unit injectors. To help prevent personal injury, disconnect the unit injector connector. Do not come in contact with the harness connector for the unit injector while the engine is operating.
Electrical Distribution (Generator)
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Location of the safety message for electrical distribution (generator) | |
The safety message for electrical distribution (generator) is located on the covers of the generator.
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Do not connect generator to a utility electrical distribution system unless it is isolated from the system. Electrical feedback into the distribution system can occur and could cause personal injury or death. Open and secure main distribution system switch, or if the connection is permanent, install a double throw transfer switch to prevent electrical feedback. Some generators are specifically approved by a utility to run in parallel with the distribution system and isolation may not be required. Always check with your utility as to the applicable circumstances. |
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Emergency Stop
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Location of the safety message for emergency stop | |
The safety message for emergency stop is located on the outside of the door of the control panel.
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Always operate this unit with the vandal door open. Operating the unit with the vandal door closed restricts access to the emergency stop button and could result in injury or death. |
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Operation
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Location of the safety message for operation | |
The safety message for operation is located on the outside of the door of the control panel.
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Do not operate or work on this engine or generator set unless you have read and understand the instructions and warnings in the Operation and Maintenance Manuals. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions could result in injury or death. Contact any Caterpillar dealer for replacement manuals. Proper care is your responsibility. |
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