Nanni V6.270 Instruction Manual

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I Exhaust gasExhaust gases contain carbon monoxide. This colourlessand odourless gas is extremely harmful and could lead topoisoning which could result in loss of consciousness ordeath. The first symptoms of carbon monoxide intoxicationare as follows:• Dizziness• Nausea• Headache• Throbbing temples• Vomiting• Fatigue and falling asleep• Tense musclesIf you or anyone else in the vicinity of the engine experiencesany of these symptoms, leave the area of operation of theengine and find fresh air. If the symptoms persist, consult adoctor and have your engine checked.I Risk of electric shockNever touch the electrical connectors when the engine isoperational. The voltage at the connector terminals can belethal.Do not work on the engine without protection: protectivegoggles and gloves, insulating blankets etc.Always disconnect the engine and cut the current beforeworking on the electrical system. Isolate the shore powersupply to all the electrical circuit equipment.Ensure your clothing and skin is not damp or sweaty whenhandling electrical equipment. Remove watches, braceletsand jewellery when working on electrical equipment.Handling a capacitor that is still charged can be dangerousand cause electrocution.I Risk of burnsNever touch the hot parts of the engine or the exhaustcircuit.An operational engine gets very hot: the exhaust elbow andpipe, turbocompressor, starter, oil sump, oil, coolant in thehoses and pipes are hot and can burn.Always check the coolant level before starting the engine.Fluids ejected under pressure can cause serious injury.Release all the pressure in the circuits before removing thecaps.Never open the coolant and oil circuit caps when the engineis operational and/or hot.Never start or run the engine when the oil fill cap is notscrewed on as hot oil could spray out.If you come into contact with any of these fluids, consult adoctor immediately.If the engine gets too hot, switch it off and disconnect it andwait for it to cool down before handling.I Risk of fi reDo not smoke near the engine and keep it away fromsources of ignition (flames or sparks) or any other potentialflammable vapour or liquid sources.Do not run the engine without an air filter.Do not run the engine in an area in which flammable orexplosive materials are stored or where gas is present.Ensure there are no flammable liquids in the enginecompartment.Immediately clean up any liquids spilled over yourself orthe floor and keep the engine compartment clean andaccessible so as to minimise the risk of fire. Be careful asfuel can burn.I Risk of explosionExplosions caused by fuel vapour can cause serious injury!Carefully follow the safety rules when filling the fuel.Open and ventilate the storage area of the engine afterfilling. Check that there are no fuel vapours or leaks beforestarting the fan (if fitted). Switch the fan on for 5 minutesbefore starting the engine.All fuel vapours are flammable and explosive. Be carefulwhen handling and storing fuel. Store the fuel in a ventilatedarea away from sources of ignition (sparks or flames) andout of the reach of children.Stop the engine before filling with fuel or lubricant. Do notsmoke near the engine and keep it away from sources ofignition (flames) when filling with fuel and/or lubricant. Weargloves when investigating possible leaks.Do not alter or damage the fuel circuit. Close the fuel circuitwhenever you work on it.Ensure you always have an appropriate working extinguisherto hand.Safety precautions4