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C280 MARINE,
MARINE AUXILIARY and
PETROLEUM ENGINES
Engine Safety
2007 Caterpillar
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Safety Section
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Safety Messages
SMCS Code: 1000; 7405
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Illustration 1
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Safety Section
Safety Messages
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Improper lift rigging can allow unit to tumble caus- Improper lift rigging can allow unit to tumble caus-
ing injury and damage. ing injury and damage.
If improper equipment is used to lift the engine, If improper equipment is used to lift the engine,
injury and damage can occur. Use cables that are injury and damage can occur. Use cables that are
properly rated for the weight. Use a spreader bar and properly rated for the weight. Use a spreader bar and
attach the cables according to the information on the attach the cables according to the information on the
warning label. warning label.
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The safety message for flash fire is located on the General Hazard Information
crankcase covers.
SMCS Code: 1000; 4450; 7405
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Illustration 2
Filler caps
Grease fittings
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Pressure taps
Breathers
Do not remove cover when centrifuge is pressur- Drain plugs
ized.
Use caution when cover plates are removed.
Gradually loosen, but do not remove the last two
The centrifugal oil filter contains hot pressurized fluid bolts or nuts that are located at opposite ends of
when the centrifuge is pressurized. Do not remove the cover plate or the device. Before removing the
the cover when the centrifuge is pressurized. last two bolts or nuts, pry the cover loose in order to
relieve any spring pressure or other pressure.
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Safety Section
General Hazard Information
Fluid Penetration
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Illustration 3
Pressurized Air and Water Tools that are suitable for containing fluids and
equipment that is suitable for containing fluids
Pressurized air and/or water can cause debris
Obey all local regulations for the disposal of liquids.
and/or hot water to be blown out. This could result in
personal injury.
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Safety Section
Burn Prevention
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Use a wet method in order to clean up asbestos Do not touch any part of an operating engine.
materials. Allow the engine to cool before any maintenance
is performed on the engine. Relieve all pressure in
A vacuum cleaner that is equipped with a high the lubrication system, in the fuel system, or in the
efficiency particulate air filter (HEPA) can also be cooling system before any lines, fittings or related
used. items are disconnected.
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severe burns. Allow cooling system components to
cool before the cooling system is drained. Fire Prevention and Explosion
Check the coolant level only after the engine has
Prevention
been stopped. SMCS Code: 1000; 4450; 7405
Do not step on the engine in order to remove the filler
cap. Use a ladder, if necessary. Ensure that the filler
cap is cool before removing the filler cap. Remove
the filler cap slowly in order to relieve pressure.
Oils
Hot oil and hot components can cause personal
injury. Do not allow hot oil or hot components to
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Keep all of the exhaust manifold and turbocharger
shields in place in order to protect components from All fuels, most lubricants, and some coolant mixtures
oil spray if there is a failure of a line, a tube, or a seal. are flammable.
Inspect all lines and hoses for wear or for Gases from a battery can explode. Keep any open
deterioration. The hoses must be properly routed. flames or sparks away from the top of a battery. Do
The lines and hoses must have adequate support not smoke in battery charging areas.
and secure clamps. Tighten all connections to the
recommended torque. Leaks can cause fires. Never check the battery charge by placing a metal
object across the terminal posts. Use a voltmeter or
Oil filters and fuel filters must be properly installed. a hydrometer.
The filter housings must be tightened to the proper
torque. Improper jumper cable connections can cause
an explosion that can result in injury. Refer to
the Operation Section of this manual for specific
instructions.
Fire Extinguisher
Make sure that a fire extinguisher is available. Be
familiar with the operation of the fire extinguisher.
Inspect the fire extinguisher and service the fire
extinguisher regularly. Obey the recommendations
on the instruction plate.
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Use caution when you are refueling an engine. Do Ether is flammable and poisonous.
not smoke while you are refueling an engine. Do not
refuel an engine near open flames or sparks. Always Use ether in well ventilated areas. Do not smoke
stop the engine before refueling. while you are replacing an ether cylinder or while you
are using an ether spray.
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Crushing Prevention and Cutting Prevention
Do not store ether cylinders in living areas or in the Unless other maintenance instructions are provided,
engine compartment. Do not store ether cylinders never attempt adjustments while the engine is
in direct sunlight or in temperatures above 49 C running.
(120 F). Keep ether cylinders away from open
flames or sparks. Stay clear of all rotating parts and of all moving
parts. Leave the guards in place until maintenance
Dispose of used ether cylinders properly. Do not is performed. After the maintenance is performed,
puncture an ether cylinder. Keep ether cylinders reinstall the guards.
away from unauthorized personnel.
Keep objects away from moving fan blades. The fan
Do not spray ether into an engine if the engine is blades will throw objects or cut objects.
equipped with a thermal starting aid for cold weather
starting. When objects are struck, wear protective glasses in
order to avoid injury to the eyes.
Lines, Tubes and Hoses Chips or other debris may fly off objects when objects
are struck. Before objects are struck, ensure that no
Do not bend high pressure lines. Do not strike high
one will be injured by flying debris.
pressure lines. Do not install any lines that are bent
or damaged.
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Repair any lines that are loose or damaged. Leaks
can cause fires. Consult your Caterpillar dealer for Mounting and Dismounting
repair or for replacement parts.
SMCS Code: 1000; 4450; 7405
Check lines, tubes and hoses carefully. Do not use
your bare hand to check for leaks. Use a board or Inspect the steps, the handholds, and the work area
cardboard to check for leaks. Tighten all connections before mounting the engine. Keep these items clean
to the recommended torque. and keep these items in good repair.
Replace the parts if any of the following conditions Mount the engine and dismount the engine only at
are present: locations that have steps and/or handholds. Do not
climb on the engine, and do not jump off the engine.
End fittings are damaged or leaking.
Face the engine in order to mount the engine or
Outer coverings are chafed or cut. dismount the engine. Maintain a three-point contact
with the steps and handholds. Use two feet and one
Wires are exposed. hand or use one foot and two hands. Do not use any
controls as handholds.
Outer coverings are ballooning.
Do not stand on components which cannot support
Flexible part of the hoses are kinked. your weight. Use an adequate ladder or use a work
platform. Secure the climbing equipment so that the
Outer covers have embedded armoring. equipment will not move.
End fittings are displaced. Do not carry tools or supplies when you mount the
engine or when you dismount the engine. Use a hand
Make sure that all clamps, guards, and heat shields line to raise and lower tools or supplies.
are installed correctly. During engine operation, this
will help to prevent vibration, rubbing against other
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parts, and excessive heat.
Before Starting Engine
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SMCS Code: 1000
Crushing Prevention and
Cutting Prevention NOTICE
For initial start-up of a new or rebuilt engine, and for
SMCS Code: 1000; 4450; 7405 start-up of an engine that has been serviced, make
provision to shut the engine off should an overspeed
Support the component properly when work beneath occur. This may be accomplished by shutting off the
the component is performed. air and/or fuel supply to the engine.
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Engine Starting
Overspeed shutdown should occur automatically. Always start the engine according to the procedure
If automatic shutdown does not occur, press the that is described in the Operation and Maintenance
emergency stop button in order to cut the fuel and/or Manual, Engine Starting topic in the Operation
air to the engine. Section. Knowing the correct procedure will help to
prevent major damage to the engine components.
Inspect the engine for potential hazards. Knowing the procedure will also help to prevent
personal injury.
Before starting the engine, ensure that no one is on,
underneath, or close to the engine. Ensure that the To ensure that the jacket water heater (if equipped)
area is free of personnel. and/or the lube oil heater (if equipped) is working
properly, check the water temperature and the oil
If equipped, ensure that the lighting system for the temperature during heater operation.
engine is suitable for the conditions. Ensure that all
lights work properly, if equipped. Engine exhaust contains products of combustion
which can be harmful to your health. Always start the
All protective guards and all protective covers must engine and operate the engine in a well ventilated
be installed if the engine must be started in order area. If the engine is started in an enclosed area,
to perform service procedures. To help prevent an vent the engine exhaust to the outside.
accident that is caused by parts in rotation, work
around the parts carefully.
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Grounding Practices
Proper grounding is necessary for optimum engine
performance and reliability. Improper grounding will
result in uncontrolled electrical circuit paths and in
unreliable electrical circuit paths.