Safety Operation and Maintenance Manual
Preventing injuries
Information
According to local regulations, the manufacturer of the specific application is responsible to design
adapted fire protection system.
Information
Engines provided by Kohler Co. are not intended to be used in potentially explosive atmospheres
according to Directive 2014/34/EC.
2.6.4 Preventing intoxication and poisoning hazards
WARNING
Lethal or heavy injury due to operating fluids!
Exhaust gases emissions increase the likelihood of cancers.
Operating fluids generate intoxicating gases and emanations.
u Ensure a good ventilation while running or refueling the engine.
u In case of doubt, apply any means to ensure evacuation of personnel and stale air, ensure air
supply and ventilation.
u Respect the local health and safety regulations, the material safety data sheets (MSDS) and the
instructions manual of the manufacturer’s machinery.
u Avoid any contact with additives, operating fluids, gases, battery acid and fumes and acid
condensate in charge air or exhaust system, especially by inhalation.
u Regularly check the exhaust gas circuit and turbochargers.
u Immediately rectify the errors and replace the damaged parts. Safety instructions of the fluids
have to be considered.
2.6.5 Preventing electrical hazards
WARNING
Powered engine could cause electrical shocks.
Lethal or heavy injury due to contact with live conductor.
u Access to live parts shall only be possible with voluntary action.
u Proceed to lock out and tag out prior to accessing to the engine.
u Respect the voltage indication of the engine’s technical data sheet.
u Check the grounding connection to avoid any risk of electrical arc.
u Observe the local safety regulations that apply to the machinery.
2.6.6 Preventing noise hazards
CAUTION
Increased hazards by drowned warning sounds and high sound pressure level!
Injury due to high sound level.
u Wear proper personal protective equipment where applicable.
u Noise reduction systems adapted to the machinery must be designed by the manufacturer, to
comply with the local regulations.
u In case of abnormal noises, rectify it immediately.
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KD83V16 33521030601_0_1 EN_US
2018-07
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