Service tires safely, Avoid harmful asbestos dust – John Deere 318 User Manual

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SERVICE TIRES SAFELY

Explosive separation of a tire and rim parts can cause
serious injury or death.

Do not attempt to mount a tire unless you have the
proper equipment and experience to perform the job.

Always maintain the correct tire pressure. Do not inflate
the tires above the recommended pressure. Never weld
or heat a wheel and tire assembly. The heat can cause
an increase in air pressure resulting in a tire explosion.
Welding can structurally weaken or deform the wheel.

When inflating tires, use a clip-on chuck and extension
hose long enough to allow you to stand to one side and
NOT in front of or over the tire assembly. Use a safety
cage if available.

Check wheels for low pressure, cuts, bubbles, damaged
rims or missing lug bolts and nuts.

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AVOID HARMFUL ASBESTOS DUST

Avoid breathing dust that may be generated when
handling components containing asbestos fibers. Inhaled
asbestos fibers may cause lung cancer.

Components in products that may contain asbestos fibers
are brake pads, brake band and lining assemblies, clutch
plates, and some gaskets. The asbestos used in these
components is usually found in a resin or sealed in
some way. Normal handling is not hazardous as long as
airborne dust containing asbestos is not generated.

Avoid creating dust. Never use compressed air for
cleaning. Avoid brushing or grinding material containing
asbestos. When servicing, wear an approved respirator.
A special vacuum cleaner is recommended to clean
asbestos. If not available, apply a mist of oil or water on
the material containing asbestos.

Keep bystanders away from the area.

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