TM-9-2350-311-20-1

HOWITZER, MEDIUM, SELF-PROPELLED, 155MM; M109A2, M109A3, M109A4 AND M109A5

TECHNICAL MANUAL; UNIT MAINTENANCE MANUAL FOR HULL, POWERPLANT, DRIVE CONTROLS, TRACKS, SUSPENSION, AND ASSOCIATED COMPONENTS

AUGUST 1994

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DRY-CLEANING SOLVENT HAZARD
Dry-cleaning solvent (P-D-880) is toxic and flammable. Wear protective goggles and gloves and use
only in a well-ventilated area. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothes, and don’t breathe vapors. Do
not use near open flame or excessive heat. The flashpoint for type #1 is 100°F (38°C), and for type #2
is 138°F (59°C). If you become dizzy while using dry-cleaning solvent, get fresh air immediately and
seek medical aid. If contact with eyes is made, wash your eyes with water and seek medical aid
immediately (FM 21-1 1).
ADHESIVE HAZARD
Adhesives are toxic and flammable. Apply adhesives only in a well-ventilated area. Avoid contact with
skin, eyes, and clothes, and don’t breath vapors. Do not use near heat, sparks, or open flame. Read
and follow all warnings and instructions on labels of adhesives. If contact with skin or eyes is made,
wash area with water and seek medical aid immediately (FM 21-1 1).
WARNING
FIRE HAZARD
Diesel fuel and combustible materials are used in operation and maintenance of this equipment. Do not
smoke or allow open flames or sparks in areas where diesel fuel and combustible materials are used
or stored. Death or severe injury may result if personnel fail to observe this precaution. If you are
burned, seek medical aid immediately (FM 21-1 1).
FIRE HAZARD
Do not place flammables or explosives on or near the personnel heater (FM 21-1 1).
WARNING
COMPRESSED AIR HAZARD
Copressed air used for cleaning purposes must not exceed 30 psi (207 kPa). Use only with effective
chip guarding and personal protective equipment (goggles/shield, gloves, etc) (FM 21-11).
WARNING
WARNING
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