WARNING
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Safety
Hazards during operation and
maintenance
Hot surfaces on uninsulated turbochargers
Uninsulated turbochargers can cause serious personal injuries (burns).
The turbocharger is supplied by ABB Turbo Systems without insulation
depending on the order from the engine builder. In this case, the engine
builder is responsible for insulating the turbocharger properly or for
providing protection against hot surfaces being touched.
The engine builder's instructions and specifications about protection
against hot turbocharger surfaces must be observed in every case.
Hazards due to operating and auxiliary materials
Operating and auxiliary materials are substances used for operation or the
execution of maintenance work. Oils, greases, coolants, cleaning agents
and solvents, acids, etc. can be regarded as hazardous materials.
Operating and auxiliary materials can be combustible and easily ignited.
Handling operating and auxiliary materials
Ingestion or inhalation of vapours of operating and auxiliary materials or
contact with such can cause damage to health.
Avoid inhalation and contact with the skin.
Ensure good ventilation.
Observe details in the safety data sheets of the operating and
auxiliary materials.
Observe local laws.
Wear safety goggles.
Wear safety gloves against chemical risks.
Wear a respiratory mask to protect against gases.
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