Installation manual
SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
ACCIDENTAL
STARTING
A
WARNING:
Accidental
starting
can
cause
injury
or
death!
•
To
prevent accidental starting when servicing the
generator, remove the 8 amp fuse from the control panel.
• Disconnect the battery cables before servicing the engine/
generator. Remove the negative lead first and reconnect
it last.
• Make certain all personnel are clear
of
the engine before
starting.
• Make certain all covers, guards, and hatches are
re-installed before starting the engine.
BATTERY
EXPLOSION
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A
WARNING:
Battery
explosion
can
cause
injury
or
death!
• Do not smoke or allow an open flame near the battery
being serviced. Lead acid batteries emit hydrogen, a
highly explosive gas, which can be ignited by electrical
arcing or by lit tobacco products. Shut off all electrical
equipment in the vicinity to prevent electrical arcing
during servicing.
• Never connect the negative
(-)
battery cable to the
positive
(+) connection terminal
of
the starter solenoid.
Do not test the battery condition by shorting the terminals
together. Sparks could ignite battery gases
or
fuel vapors.
Ventilate any compartment containing batteries to prevent
accumulation
of
explosive gases.
To
avoid sparks, do not
disturb the battery charger connections while the battery
is being charged.
• Avoid contacting the terminals with tools, etc., to prevent
bums
or
sparks that could cause an explosion. Remove
wristwatch, rings, and any other jewelry before handling
the battery.
• Always tum the battery charger off before disconnecting
the battery connections. Remove the negative lead first
and reconnect it last when disconnecting the battery.
BATIERY
ACID
A
WARNING:
Sulfuric
acid
in
batteries
can
cause
severe
injury
or
death!
• When servicing the battery or checking the electrolyte
level, wear rubber gloves, a rubber apron, and eye
protection. Batteries contain sulfuric acid, which
is
destructive.
If
it comes in contact with your skin, wash it
off at once with water. Acid may splash on the skin or
into the eyes inadvertently when removing electrolyte
caps.
A
WARNING:
Carbon
monoxide
(CO)
is
a
deadly
gas!
• Ensure that the exhaust system is adequate to expel gases
discharged from the engine. Check the exhaust system
regularly for leaks and make sure the exhaust manifolds
are securely attached and no warping exists. Pay close
attention to the manifold, water injection elbow, and
exhaust pipe nipple.
• Be sure the unit and its surroundings are well ventilated.
• In addition to routine inspection
of
the exhaust system,
install a
carbon
monoxide detector. Consult your boat
builder or dealer for installation
of
approved detectors.
• For additional information, refer to ABYC T-22
(educational information on Carbon Monoxide).
A
WARNING:
Carbon
monoxide
(CO)
is
an
invisible
odorless
gas.
Inhalation
produces
flu-like
symptoms,
nausea
or
death!
• Do not use copper tubing in exhaust systems. Exhaust
sulfur causes rapid deterioration
of
copper tubing
resulting in exhaust/water leakage.
• Do not install exhaust outlet where exhaust can be drawn
through portholes, vents, or air conditioners.
If
the engine
exhaust discharge outlet is near the waterline. water could
enter the exhaust discharge outlet and close or restrict the
flow
of
exhaust. Avoid overloading the craft.
• Although diesel engine exhaust gases are not as toxic
as
exhaust fumes from gasoline engines, carbon monoxide
gas is present in diesel exhaust fumes. Some
of
the
symptoms or signs
of
carbon monoxide inhalation or
poisoning are:
Vomiting Muscular twitching
Dizziness Intense headache
Throbbing in temples Weakness and sleepiness
AVOID
MOVING
PARTS
A
WARNING:
Rotating
parts
can
cause
injury
or
death!
• Do not service the engine while it
is
running.
If
a
situation arises in which it is absolutely necessary to
make operating adjustments, use extreme care to avoid
touching moving parts and hot exhaust system
components.
Engines
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