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Notes on general repairs on vehicles with auxiliary heaters > < Auxiliary heater Thermo Top V
Safety measures for working on vehicles with auxiliary heaters
Safety measures for working on vehicles with auxiliary heaters
t  The auxiliary heater must not be in operation or switched on in areas in which there is a risk of fire or explosion.
t  The auxiliary heater must not be in operation or switched on (including via a preset switch-on time) in closed rooms without an exhaust extraction system.
t  When working on a fuel system, always observe applicable safety regulations and rules for cleanliness. → Rep. gr.20
t  If fuel system components (e.g. metering pump, fuel lines, fuel gauge sender) are removed or opened, the engine must not be started.
t  Before beginning repair work on the auxiliary heater:
  WARNING
Danger of scalding injuries.
The cooling system is pressurised. When the engine is warm, the coolant temperature may be above 100 0C.
If necessary, release pressure before carrying out repairs.
t  After completing repair work on the auxiliary heater or the fuel system, check the operation of the auxiliary heater.
t  After completing repairs on the auxiliary heater, carry out self-diagnosis using vehicle diagnosis, testing and information system -VAS 5051B- or later model.
   

Notes on general repairs on vehicles with auxiliary heaters > < Auxiliary heater Thermo Top V