Safety precautions
Read this chapter carefully as it concerns your safety. Most
accidents are caused by failing to follow basic safety rules.
Be aware of the possible risks involved in handling your
engine and make sure you take the necessary precautions
to protect yourself, those around you and your equipment.
This manual contains important safety indications and
information.
They are as follows:
I Danger! : This symbol indicates the risk of accidents
and serious personal injury, substantial property damage
or serious mechanical faults if the instructions are not
followed.
Certain information is displayed directly on the engine in the form of icons. This information helps you to quickly identify
the location of certain components and avoid possible hazards when working on the engine.
Ensure these indications are always visible and replace them if necessary.
Indicates that it is essential to read the instructions carefully before handling the engine.
Locating the electrical hazards.
Locating the hot parts entailing substantial risks of burns.
This icon indicates a risk of fi re.
Stipulates that you are strongly recommended against smoking and producing fl ames or sparks in the vicinity.
Locating an area containing pressurised fl uids.
Locating the hazardous rotating parts.
Locating the de-aeration orifi ce(s) (air bleed)
Locating or checking the coolant level.
Locating or checking the engine oil level.
Locating the coolant drain orifi ce.
Locating the oil tank drain orifi ce.
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I Attention! : Indicates a risk of personal injury and/or
property damage when handling a component.
Remark: Indicates that important information must be
known in order to facilitate handling or in particular cases.
Using and handling an engine entails risks that could
prove to be extremely dangerous. Some work requires
specifi c knowledge and equipment. This work should be
carried out by Nanni Diesel authorised personnel or by a
professional. If you have to work on the engine, carefully
follow the safety instructions set down in this manual.