TM-9-2350-261-34
CARRIER, M113A2, M577A2, M1064, M1068, M1059 AND M901A1
TECHNICAL MANUAL; DIRECT SUPPORT AND GENERAL SUPPORT MAINTENANCE MANUAL
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WARNING SUMMARY (cont)
WARNING
Fine particles of magnesium can catch fire and burn you. Be very careful when filing or
grinding on magnesium. Use grinding equipment marked FOR MAGNESIUM GRINDING
ONLY. Keep a Class D fire extinguisher close by.
WARNING
Water and foam type fire extinguishers will cause magnesium fires to flare up. Use a Class D
fire extinguisher or a sodium chloride base dry powder to fight magnesium fires.
WARNING
Improper disposal of magnesium can cause a fire or explosion. Do not expose magnesium
to high temperatures. Let magnesium dry beforeplacinginsealedmetal containers. Label
containers and ship to a Class 1 hazardous waste disposal site.
WARNING
Fuel fumes can explode and burn you. Before welding: Drain all fuel. Disconnect and cap
all fuel and vent lines. Purge fuel residue and fumes by steam cleaning. Purge air from fuel
tank with CO2.
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