TM-9-2350-358-BD M109A6 Battlefield Damage Assessment and Repair Download
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TM 9-2350-358-BD WARNING ROTATION HAZARD Installed or removed, the rotation of the radiator cooling fans creates a hazard during maintenance on a running engine. Exercise care to prevent injury, especially to fingers and hands, during maintenance operations on a running engine (ref FM 21-11). WARNING FALLING EQUIPMENT/ROLLING VEHICLE HAZARD Unless otherwise specified, perform all maintenance procedures with all equipment lowered to the ground, transmission in neutral, parking/emergency brake applied, and the engine stopped to prevent possible injury to personnel due to falling equipment or rolling vehicle (ref. FM 21-11). WARNING EXPLOSION HAZARD Cylinders containing compressed gases must not be dropped, struck, or subjected to any temperature above +140°F (+60°C). This could result in an explosion and injury to personnel (ref FM 21-11). WARNING TOXIC MATERIAL Phosphorus material on inside of night viewer is toxic if tube is broken. Be careful not to inhale or allow contact with open skin wounds or with mouth. WARNING BDAR team personnel must be made aware of the provisions of TB 9-1300-278, guidelines for Safe Response to Handling, Storage, and Transportation Accidents Involving Army Tank Munitions or Armor which contain Depleted Uranium. Incorrect handling, storage and transporting can result in serious injury or death to personnel. f