TM-9-2815-220-24 Maintenance Manual for AVDS-1790-2CA AVDS-1790-DA and AVDS-1790-2DR Engines Download
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TM 9-2815-220-24 WARNING SUMMARY WARNING Exhaust Gases Can Be Deadly Engine exhaust systems, including diesel, emit carbon monoxide (CO), a colorless and odorless deadly gas. CO, when breathed, deprives the body of oxygen. This gas could overcome personnel causing illness, brain damage, or death by suffocation. Symptoms of CO poisoning are: • Dizziness • Drowsiness • Weakness • Loss of muscular control • Headache • Nausea • Reddened skin If you see another person with CO poisoning symptoms: • Remove the person from the area • Do not permit physical exercise • Expose the person to open air • Keep the person warm • Administer artificial respiration if necessary • Seek medical attention immediately These precautions will ensure personnel safety: • Do not operate the vehicle engine in an enclosed area without adequate ventilation • Be alert for exhaust odors • Be alert for CO poisoning symptoms (listed above) • Note: The field protection mask for NBC (nuclear, biological, chemical) protection will NOT protect you from CO poisoning The best defense against carbon monoxide poisoning is adequate ventilation. d