TM-9-2350-277-20-1
CARRIER M113A3, M577A3, M1059A3, M1064A3, M1068A3 AND M58
TECHNICAL MANUAL; UNIT MAINTENANCE MANUAL VOLUME 1 OF 6
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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 nearby.
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
Do not weld on plastic molding material. Welding on plastic molding creates toxic fumes.
Fumes are hazardous to your health and can result in death.
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