D346, D348 & D349 VEHICULAR ENGINES Caterpillar


Safety

Usage:

To prevent personal injury, install guards over all exposed rotating parts.

Stop the engine before making adjustments or repairs to the engine or driven equipment.

Do not wear loose clothing when working around engine or machinery.

Wear protective glasses and clothing, hard hat, respirator or other protective items when necessary.

When using pressure air, wear protective face shield and clothing. Use 30 psi (205 kPa) maximum air for cleaning purposes.

Always inspect the cooling system with the engine stopped.

Cooling system inhibitor contains alkali, avoid contact with skin and eyes.

Do not smoke while refueling. Fumes from fuel are flammable.

Do not smoke when observing battery electrolyte level. Batteries give off flammable fumes.

Do not allow electrolyte solution to contact skin or eyes. Electrolyte solution is an acid.

Do not attempt repairs you do not understand. Follow instructions.

Replace or repair broken or damaged servicing equipment. Use proper tools.

Remove all tools, electrical cords and other loose items from the engine before starting.

Wipe up spilled oil, fuel or coolant.

Provide adequate and safe waste oil disposal.

Store oily rags in fireproof containers. Do not leave rags on the engine.

Never store flammable liquids near the engine.

Check all electrical connections periodically for tightness and insulation.

Insulate all electrical connections and disconnected wires.

Disconnect and tape the battery ground lead, before working on an engine, to prevent accidental starting. Never start an engine with the governor linkage disconnected.

When starting an engine after repair, make provisions for shutting off the air supply, to stop the engine, in case there is an overspeed on start up.

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