Paccar PX 8 Operator's Manual - Introduction

PACCAR

Y53-1030A 12/09

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INTRODUCTION

Safety Signals

A number of alerting messages are in this manual. Please

read and follow them. They are there for your protection and

information. These messages can help you avoid injury to

yourself, your passengers, and help prevent costly damage

to the vehicle.

Key symbols and “signal words” are used to indicate what

kind of message is going to follow. Pay special attention to

instructions prefaced by symbols and signal words

“WARNING”, “CAUTION”, or “NOTE”. Please do not ignore

any of these alerts.

WARNING

When you see this symbol & word, the message that

follows is especially vital. This signals something

that can cause injury or even death. This message

will tell you what the hazard is, what can happen if

you don’t heed the warning, and how to avoid it. 

Example:

WARNING! Do not carry additional fuel contain-

ers in your vehicle. Fuel containers, either full or

empty, may leak, explode, and cause or feed a

fire. Do not carry extra fuel containers, even

empty ones are dangerous.

CAUTION

This symbol and word signals something that could

damage your vehicle. 

Example:

CAUTION: Continuing to operate your vehicle

with insufficient oil pressure will cause serious

engine damage.