Operating instructions

Safety 1 - 1
M015403/00E 02-09 © MTU
Safety, Accident Prevention and Environmental Protection Instructions
These instructions must be read and followed by every person involved in operation,
maintenance or transportation of the machinery plant.
General
In addition to the instructions in this publication, the applicable country-specific legislation and other compulsory
regulations regarding accident prevention must be observed.
This engine is a state-of-the art product and conforms with all applicable specifications and regulations.
Nevertheless, persons and property may be at risk in the event of:
Incorrect use
Operation, maintenance and repair by unqualified personnel
Modifications or conversions
Non-compliance with the Safety Instructions
Correct use
The engine is intended exclusively for the application specified in the contract or defined at the time of delivery. Any
other use is considered improper use. The manufacturer will accept no liability for any resultant damage. The
responsibility is borne by the user alone.
Correct use also includes observation of and compliance with the maintenance specifications.
Personnel requirements
Work on the engine must only be carried out by properly qualified and instructed personnel.
The specified legal minimum age must be observed.
Responsibilities of the operating, maintenance and repair personnel must be specified.
Modifications or conversions
Modifications made by the customer to the engine may affect safety.
MTU will accept no liability or warranty claims for any damage caused by unauthorized modifications or
conversions.
Organizational measures
This publication must be issued to all personnel involved in operation, maintenance, repair or transportation.
It must be kept at hand near the engine and accessible at any time to all personnel involved in operation,
maintenance, repair or transportation.
The personnel must be instructed on engine operation and repair by means of this publication, and in particular the
safety instructions must be explained.
This is especially important for personnel who work on the engine only on an occasional basis. Such personnel
must be given instructions repeatedly.
Spare parts
Only genuine MTU spare parts must be used to replace components or assemblies. In the event of any damage
caused by the use of other spare parts, no liability nor warranty claims vis-à-vis the engine manufacturer will be
accepted.
Working clothes and protective equipment
Wear proper work clothing for all work.
Depending on the kind of work, use additional protective equipment, e.g. protective goggles, gloves, helmet, apron.
Work clothing must be tight fitting so that it does not catch on rotating or projecting components.
Do not wear jewelry (e.g. rings, chains etc.).
www.generent.ru