SAFETY PRECAUTIONSGeneral InformationThere is no substitute for common senseand careful practices. Improper practices orcarelessness can cause burns, cuts,mutilation, asphyxiation, other bodily injuryor death. This information contains generalsafety precautions and guidelines that mustbe followed to reduce risk to personal safety.Special safety precautions are listed inspecific procedures. Read and understandall of the safety precautions before operationor performing repairs or maintenance.Before You Operate! DANGERThe safety messages that follow haveWARNING level hazards.NEVER permit anyone toinstall or operate theengine without propertraining.• Read and understand this OperationManual before you operate or service theengine to ensure that you follow safeoperating practices and maintenanceprocedures.• Safety signs and decals are additionalreminders for safe operating andmaintenance techniques.• See your authorized Yanmar Marinedealer or distributor for additional training.During Operation andMaintenance! DANGERThe safety message that follows hasDANGER level hazards.Crush HazardNEVER stand under a hoistedengine. If the hoist mechanismfails, the engine will fall on you.Fire HazardEnsure that appropriate firedetection and extinguishingequipment are installed andchecked periodically forproper operation.SAFETY4 YM Series Operation Manual© 2007 Yanmar Marine International
