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WARNING SUMMARY

WARNING

Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless, deadly poisonous gas. Breathing air with carbon monoxide

produces symptoms of headache, dizziness, loss of muscular control, and drowsiness. Brain damage or

death can result from severe exposure.

The exhaust fumes of fuel-burning heaters and internal combustion engines produce carbon monoxide

gas. Carbon monoxide can become dangerously concentrated without adequate ventilation.

To ensure crew safety when the personnel heater or main or auxiliary engine of any vehicle is operated

for any purpose:

Do not operate personnel heater or engine of vehicle in a closed area unless it is adequately ventilated.

Do not idle engine for long periods without ventilation blower operation. If tactical situation permits,

open hatches.

Do not drive any vehicle with inspection plates, cover plates, or engine compartment doors removed

unless necessary for maintenance purposes.

During vehicle operation be aware of exhaust odors and exposure symptoms. If either is present,

immediately ventilate personnel compartments. If symptoms persist, remove affected personnel and:

Expose to fresh air

Keep warm

Do not permit physical exercise

Give artificial respiration (if necessary)

Get immediate medical attention

Neither the gas/particulate filter unit nor the field protection mask for Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical

(NBC) protection will protect you from carbon monoxide poisoning.

The best defense against carbon monoxide poisoning is adequate ventilation.

WARNING

Adhesives, solvents, and sealing compounds can burn easily, give off harmful vapors, and are harmful

to skin and clothing. To avoid injury or death, keep away from open flame and use in a well-ventilated

area. If adhesive, solvent, or sealing compound gets on your skin or clothing, wash immediately with

soap and water.

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