HEAD GP- 10R5978 - Caterpillar

Burn Prevention
At operating temperature, the engine coolant is hot and under pressure. The radiator and all lines to heaters or the engine contain hot water or steam. Any contact can cause severe burns.Check the coolant level only after the engine has been stopped and the filler cap is cool enough to remove with your bare hand.Remove the cooling system filler cap slowly to relieve pressure.Cooling system conditioner contains alkali that can cause personal injury. Avoid contact with the skin and eyes and do not drink.Allow cooling system components to cool before draining.Hot oil and components can cause personal injury. Do not allow hot oil or components to contact the skin.At operating temperature, the hydraulic tank is hot and can be under pressure. Remove the hydraulic tank filler cap only after the engine has been stopped and the filler cap is cool enough to remove with your bare hand.Remove the hydraulic tank filler cap slowly to relieve pressure.Relieve all pressure in air, oil, fuel or cooling systems before any lines, fittings or related items are disconnected or removed.Battery electrolyte contains acid that can cause injury. Avoid contact with the skin and eyes.Fire or Explosion Prevention
All fuels, most lubricants and some coolant mixtures are flammable.Do not smoke while refueling or in a refueling area.Do not smoke in areas where batteries are charged, or where flammable materials are stored.Batteries in series may be located in separate compartments.See the "Starting the Engine Section" in this guide for specific instructions.Clean and tighten all electrical connections. Check daily for loose or frayed electrical wires. Have all loose or frayed electrical wires tightened, repaired or replaced before operating the machine.Keep all fuels and lubricants stored in properly marked containers and away from all unauthorized persons.Store all oily rags or other flammable material in a protective container, in a safe place.Remove all flammable materials such as fuel, oil and other debris before they accumulate on the machine.Do not expose the machine to flames, burning brush, etc., if at all possible.Lines, Tubes and Hoses
Do not bend or strike high pressure lines. Do not install bent or damaged lines, tubes or hoses.Repair any loose or damaged fuel and oil lines, tubes and hoses. Leaks can cause fires.Do not weld or flame cut on pipes or tubes that contain flammable fluids. Clean them thoroughly with nonflammable solvent before welding or flame cutting on them.Inspect all lines, tubes and hoses carefully. Do not use your bare hands to check for leaks. Tighten all connections to the recommended torque. Replace if any of the following conditions are found:1. End fittings damaged, displaced or leaking.2. Outer hose covering chafed or cut and wire reinforcing exposed.3. Outer hose covering ballooning locally.4. Evidence of kinking or crushing of the flexible part of the hose.5. Armouring embedded in the outer hose cover.Make sure that all clamps, guards and heat shields are installed correctly to prevent vibration, rubbing against other parts and excessive heat during operation.Shields, which protect hot exhaust components from oil or fuel spray