WARNING SUMMARY (Cont)

TM 5-2410-233-10

WARNING

FUEL HANDLING

· DO NOT smoke or permit any open flame in area of tractor while you are servicing fuel system. Be sure

hose nozzle is grounded against filler tube during refueling to prevent static electricity. Failure to follow this

warning may result in injury to personnel or equipment damage.

· DO NOT perform fuel system checks, inspections or maintenance while smoking or near fire, flames or

sparks. Fuel may ignite, causing injury or death, or damage to vehicle.

WARNING

HAZARDOUS WASTE DISPOSAL

When servicing this machine, performing maintenance or disposing of materials such as engine coolant,

transmission fluid, lubricants, battery acids or batteries, consult your unit/local hazardous waste disposal

center or safety office for local regulatory guidance. If further information is needed, please contact The

Army Environmental Hotline at 1-800-872-3845.

WARNING

HEARING PROTECTION

Your hearing can be PERMANENTLY DAMAGED if you are exposed to constant high noise levels of 85

DB or greater. Hearing protection is required when operating machine or when working on machine while

it is operating. Failure to wear hearing protection may result in hearing loss.

WARNING

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM PRESSURE

Do NOT remove hydraulic tank filler cap or disconnect or remove any hydraulic system line or fitting

unless hydraulic system pressure has been relieved. Hydraulic system pressure can be over 2500 psi (17,237

kPa), even with engine and pump OFF. To relieve pressure, lower all hydraulic attachments to the ground

and shut down engine. Move control levers through all operating positions, then SLOWLY loosen hydraulic

tank filler cap. After maintenance, tighten all connections before applying pressure. Escaping hydraulic

fluid under pressure can penetrate the skin, causing injury or death.