TM-9-2320-209-34-2-2
2½-TON, 6X6, M44A1 AND M44A2 SERIES TRUCKS (MULTIFUEL)
TECHNICAL MANUAL; MAINTENANCE; DIRECT SUPPORT AND GENERAL SUPPORT LEVEL; VOLUME 2 OF 2; PART 2 OF 3
MAY 1981
TM-9-2320-209-34-2-2 - Page 2 of 899
WARNING
EXHAUST GASES CAN BE DEADLY
Exposure to exhaust gases produces symptoms of headache, dizziness, loss of muscu-
lar control, apparent drowsiness, and coma. Permanent brain damage or death can
result from severe exposure.
Carbon monoxide occurs in the exhaust fumes of fuel burning heaters and internal
combustion engines, and becomes dangerously concentrated under conditions of in-
adequate ventilation. The following precautions must be observed to insure the
safety of personnel whenever fuel burning heater(s) or engine of any vehicle is op–
erated for maintenance purposes or tactical use.
Do not operate heater or engine of vehicle in an enclosed area unless it is adequately
ventilated.
Do not idle engine for long periods without maintaining adequate ventilation in per-
sonnel compartments.
Do not drive any vehicle with inspection plates or cover plates removed unless neces-
sary for maintenance purposes.
Be alert at all times during vehicle operation for exhaust odors and exposure symp-
toms. If either are present, immediately ventilate personnel compartments. If symp-
toms persist, remove affected personnel from vehicle and treat as follows: expose to
fresh air; keep warm; do not permit physical exercise; if necessary, administer arti-
ficial respiration.
If exposed, seek prompt medical attention for possible delayed onset of acute lung
congestion. Administer oxygen if available,
The best defense against exhaust gas poisoning is adequate ventilation.
WARNING
SERIOUS OR FATAL INJURY TO PERSONNEL MAY RESULT
IF THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS ARE NOT COMPLIED WITH.
Dry cleaning solvent is flammable. Do not use near an open flame. Keep a fire ex-
tinguisher
nearby when
solvent is used.
Use only in well-ventilated places. Failure
to do this may result in injury to personnel and damage to equipment.
Eye shields must be worn when using compressed air. Eye injury can occur if eye
shields are not used.
Always wear leather gloves when handling glass. Broken or sharp edges can cause
serious injury to personnel.
Rubber cement is flammable. Do not use near an open flame. Keep a fire extinguisher
nearby when rubber cement is used.
Use only in well-ventilated places. Failure to
do this may result in injury to personnel and damage to equipment.
Smoking, sparks or open flame are not allowed within 50 feet of fuel truck when work-
ing on fuel tank truck. Make sure that fuel tank truck is statically grounded before
starting to work and during all operations. Fuel and fuel fumes can catch fire and
explode, causing injury to personnel and damage to equipment.
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