TM-9-2350-277-34
CARRIER M113A3, M577A3, M1059A3, M1064A3, M1068A3 AND M58
TECHNICAL MANUAL; DIRECT SUPPORT AND GENERAL SUPPORT MAINTENANCE MANUAL
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WARNING SUMMARY (cont)
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 before placing in sealed metal 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.
WARNING
Do not weld on plastic molding material parts. Welding on plastic molding material parts
creates toxic fumes. Fumes are hazardous to your health and can result in death.
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