TM-9-2350-238-34-1
HULL AND RELATED COMPONENTS, RECOVERY VEHICLE, FULL TRACKED: LIGHT, ARMORED, M578
TECHNICAL MANUAL; DIRECT SUPPORT AND GENERAL SUPPORT MAINTENANCE MANUAL
MARCH 1994
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TM 9-2350-238-34-1
WARNING (CONT )
Prolonged breathing of fuel vapors can be fatal. Do not enter fuel cells until they have been
thoroughly cleaned .
Fuel cells that are not entirely free of fuel or fuel vapors must not be welded or exposed to heat,
flame, or sparks. Welding or the use of power sanders, chisels, and chipping hammers shall be
preceded by removal of the fabric fuel cell and by thorough cleaning.
Failure to reduce pressure to zero before removing fuel filler cap may cause injury.
Unusable CARC mixtures are considered hazardous waste and will require disposal in accordanc e
with Federal, state, DOD, DA, and local installation waste regulations. Consult the installation
environmental office for proper disposal guidance. Mixed CARC is extremely flammable-use only
in well-ventilated areas and keep away from open flames, heat, sparks, and other ignition souces.
For brush/roller painting in confined spaces, an airline respirator is re-
quired, unless an air sampling shows exposure to be below standards. If the air
sampling is below standards, either chemical cartridge or airline respirators
are required .
Spot painters applying CARC paint by brush or roller must wear clothing and
gloves affording full coverage.
Do not use water, alcohol, or amine-based solvents to thin or remove CARC paints.
Use of these solvents with CARC paints can produce chemical reactions resulting
in nausea, disease, burns, or severe illness to personnel.
Do not use paint solvents to remove paint/coating from your skin.
Mix paint/coating in a well-ventilated mixing room or spraying area away from
open flames. Personnel mixing paint/coating should wear eye protection .
Use paint/coating with adequate ventilation .
Personnel grinding or sanding on painted equipment should use high efficiency
air purifying respirators.
Do not weld or cut CARC-coated metal. Substances causing skin or respiratory
irritation may be released. Before applying heat, sand or grind paint down to
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bare metal on area four inches to either side of the area you plan to weld or cut.
HYDRAULIC S
Hydraulic fluid is under high pressure. Relieve pressure and drain system before removing
connections or components .
Hydraulic system is under high pressure. Follow safety procedures to prevent injury. Wipe u p
spilled hydraulic fluid.
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