Ensure that all of the safety messages are legible. Clean the safety signs 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 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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| Illustration 1 | g03368169 |
View of the control panel | |
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| Illustration 2 | g03368146 |
Side view of the generator set | |
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| Illustration 3 | g03368117 |
Top view of the generator set | |
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| Illustration 4 | g03368176 |
View of the fuel tank | |
Universal Warning (1)
This safety message is located on the enclosure above the door for the control panel.
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Do not operate or work on this equipment unless you have read and understand the instructions and warnings in the Operation and Maintenance Manuals. Failure to follow the instructions or heed the warnings could result in serious injury or death. |
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Automatic Starting (2)
This safety message is located on the sides of the enclosure and on the enclosure above the door for the control panel.
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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 the engine when the engine is in the AUTOMATIC mode. |
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Electrocution (3)
This safety message is located on the sides of the enclosure and on the enclosure above the door for the control panel.
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DANGER: Shock/Electrocution Hazard-Do not operate this equipment 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 will result in serious injury or death. |
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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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Hot Surface (4)
This safety message is located on the top of the enclosure and the sides of the enclosure.
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Hot parts or hot components can cause burns or personal injury. Do not allow hot parts or components to contact your skin. Use protective clothing or protective equipment to protect your skin. |
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Crush (5)
This safety message is located on the sides of the enclosure.
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Crushing hazard! Read and understand the instructions and warnings in the Operation and Maintenance manual. Failure to follow the instructions or heed the warnings could cause serious injury or death. |
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Hot Fluid Under Pressure (6)
This safety message is located by the cooling system filler cap.
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Pressurized system! Hot coolant can cause serious burns, injury or death. To open the cooling system filler cap, stop the engine and wait until the cooling system components are cool. Loosen the cooling system pressure cap slowly in order to relieve the pressure. Read and understand the Operation and Maintenance Manual before performing any cooling system maintenance. |
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Fuel Tank Vent (7)
This safety message is located on the fuel tank next to the vent.
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This generator tank has been pressure tested at 3-5 PSI for weld integrity. However it has not been designed as a pressure vessel and must be vented from supplied openings. This tank was designed, manufactured and intended for Diesel fuel only. This tank was intended for stationary use only. Max. load capacity 705 kg (1554 lb). Fuel tank capacity 177 L (47 US gal). When filling the tank via a pump the overflow fitting of this atmospheric day tank must be plumbed in a continuous downward path toward the main tank without downsizing to prevent a potential fuel spillage. To prevent fuel and compartment contamination it is recommended to use a 100 mesh fuel strainer for incoming fuel. |
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