TM 10-3950-672-10
Before charging a battery, consult the battery manufacturer's instructions.
Follow standard safety precautions when refueling. FUEL IT SAFELY.
Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot; steam and hot coolant can escape and burn personnel.
Use extreme care when removing the radiator pressure cap. Sudden release of pressure can cause a steam flash which
could seriously injure personnel. Slowly loosen cap to the first stop to relieve pressure before removing cap completely.
After use, securely tighten cap.
Use a clean, thick waste cloth or like material to remove the cap. Avoid using gloves. If hot water soaks through gloves,
personnel could be burned.
Do not drain engine oil while engine is hot. Severe injury to personnel may result.
BURN HAZARD
Allow engine to cool before performing maintenance on the muffler, exhaust pipe, exhaust manifold, or turbocharger. If
necessary, use insulated pads and gloves.
Do not touch hot exhaust system with bare hands; injury to personnel will result.
EXHAUST GASES CAN KILL
Brain damage or death can result from heavy exposure. Precautions must be followed to ensure crew safety when
personnel heater, main, or auxiliary engine of any vehicle is operated for any purpose.
Do not operate vehicle engine in enclosed areas.
Do not idle vehicle engine with vehicle windows closed.
Be alert at all times for exhaust odors.
Be alert for exhaust poisoning symptoms. They are:
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Headache
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Dizziness
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Sleepiness
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Loss of muscular control
If you see another person with exhaust poisoning symptoms:
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Remove person from area
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Expose to open air
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