TM-9-2320-260-20
TRUCK, 5-TON, 6X6, M809 SERIES (DIESEL)
TECHNICAL MANUAL; UNIT MAINTENANCE
APRIL 1995
TM-9-2320-260-20 - Page 2 of 1337
TM 9-2320-260-20
WARNING
EXHAUST GASES CAN KILL
1. DO NOT operate your vehicle engine in enclosed area.
2. DO NOT idle vehicle engine with cab windows closed.
3. DO NOT drive vehicle with inspection plates or cover plates removed.
4. BE ALERT at all times for exhaust odors.
5. BE ALERT for exhaust poisoning symptoms. They are:
Headache
Dizziness
Sleepiness
Loss of muscular control
6. If YOU SEE another person with exhaust poisoning symptoms:
Remove person from area
Expose to open air
Keep person warm
Do not permit person to move
Administer artificial respiration, if necessary*
For artificial respiration, refer to FM 21-11.
WARNING SUMMARY
Drycleaning solvent is flammable and will not be used near open flame. Use only in well-ventilated places.
Failure to do so may result in injury to personnel.
Do not perform battery system checks or inspections near open flame. Injury to personnel may result.
Diesel fuel is highly flammable. Do not perform troubleshooting checks near open flame. Injury to
personnel may result.
Compressed air source will not exceed 30 psi (207 kPa). When cleaning with compressed air, eyeshields
must be worn. Failure to wear eyeshields may result in injury to personnel.
Care should be taken when removing surge tank filler cap. Steam or hot coolant under pressure may
cause injury to personnel.
Do not perform this procedure while smoking or within 50 feet of sparks or open flame. Fuel is flammable
and can explode easily, causing injury or death to personnel and damage to equipment.
Do not use compressed air or dry brush for cleaning when working in areas of vehicle where asbestos
brake lining dust may accumulate. Remove asbestos dust and other residue from these areas using a soft
bristle brush or cloth soaked with water. Breathing asbestos dust may cause injury to personnel.
Loosen outlet line at air compressor very slowly. Stop procedure and tighten fitting the moment air begins
to escape. Injury to personnel may result if line is accidently disconnected from serviceable operating
compressor.
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