Safety considerations, Exhaust, Explosion hazard – Proheat M80 User Manual

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PROHEAT G-I PCM SERVICE MANUAL

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SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS

Exhaust

Inhalation of exhaust gas (containing carbon monoxide) may cause severe personal

injury and/or death. Anyone suspected of suffering from CO inhalation should be

removed from the hazardous area and given medical assistance immediately.

Explosion Hazard

Do not operate heater where combustible fumes or airborne particles, such as saw-

dust, are present.

Fuel

Exercise extreme caution when working near fuel or fuel-filled equipment. Do not

operate heater during fueling operations. In addition, do not smoke or handle open

flame equipment, such as a blowtorch, around fuel.

Fire Hazard

Do not place any flammable items around the heater and exhaust pipe.

Batteries

Wear hand and eye protection when working near batteries. Do not smoke or use open

flames near batteries.

Electrical

Electric shock can cause severe personal injury, burns, and death. Before working on

any unit, disconnect the batteries. Use only approved materials and methods when

working on the electrical system and follow local electrical codes. Never work with

electricity in wet conditions or when you are feeling fatigued.

Poisons/Toxins

Fuel and coolant are toxic and in some cases, carcinogenic. Wear eye and hand

protection at all times. Remove contaminated clothing immediately and wash

contaminated skin. Do not breathe in vapors.

Moving/Hot Parts

Moving parts can cause severe injury and or death. Before working on any unit, shut it

off. Do not operate any unit until protective covers have been replaced. Always ensure

bolts and clamps are correctly torqued and secured. Inspect mechanical components

periodically for damage and corrosion.

Coolant

Never remove the filler cap when the engine is hot – escaping steam or scalding water

could cause serious personal injury. The coolant level in the expansion tank should be

checked at least weekly (more frequently in high mileage or arduous conditions). Always

check the level when the system is cold. Unscrew the filler cap slowly, allowing the

pressure to escape before removing completely. Never run the engine without coolant.

Prevent anti-freeze coming in contact with the skin or eyes. If this occurs, rinse

immediately with plenty of water. Anti-freeze will damage painted surfaces.

Never top-up with salt water. Even when travelling in territories where the water supply

contains salt, always ensure you carry a supply of fresh (rain or distilled) water.

California Proposition 65 Warning

Do not operate heater in garages or in other closed or unventilated areas.

Diesel exhaust and some of its constituents are known to the State of California to

cause cancer, birth defects, and other reproductive harm.

Electrical components in this product may contain lead, a chemical known to the

State of California to cause cancer and birth defects and other reproductive harm.

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