TM-9-2350-247-10 Operator Manual M548A1 M548A3 Tracked Cargo Carrier Download
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TM 9-2350-247-10 OPERATE NBC AIR FILTER SYSTEM (M548A3) — Continued 0053 00 WARNING Use extreme caution AT ALL TIMES when handling DS2. DS2 is a combustible solution. Severe chemical burns can result if personnel fail to observe all safety precautions. DS2 can damage eyes and skin, and if inhaled, can cause illness. DS2 can damage the NBC protective overgarment. Long term contact with DS2 (about 24 hours) can damage the NBC protective gloves, hood and overboots. To avoid injury: Wear protective clothing including mask, hood, and rubber gloves AT ALL TIMES when handling DS2 in a contaminated environment. If available, wear M2 Toxicological Agent Protective Apron. In extreme cold temperatures, wear rubber gloves INSIDE arctic mittens. Change mittens if they become soaked with DS2 since DS2 can damage rubber gloves. DO NOT allow DS2 to spray on personnel. DO NOT allow DS2 to spray on protective clothing. DO NOT spray DS2 on h ot exhaust, hot surfa ces, or open flames, as it can cause fire. DO NOT use DS2 to decontaminate personnel. It is harmful to the skin and eyes. DO NOT inhale DS2 fumes, you may start coughing and become ill. DO NOT use the M13 DAP if the container is damaged or leaking. DO NOT use the DS2 filled, green painted container for training. DS2 makes surfaces slippery; use caution to avoid falling. K eep fluid container on the same l evel as operator is s ta nd in g, a s it c an tip ov e r an d ca use i njury. M13 DAP filled with DS2 weighs 54 lbs (24.5 kgs). Be careful to avoid injury to people when lifting it 4 ft (1.2 m) or higher. Emergency treatment for DS2 contact is as follows: SKIN. Remove it from skin by wiping and then flush the affected area with water. DS2 may not give any immediate reaction. Therefore, wash the area even if no discomfort is felt or no irritation is noted. EYES. Flush them with large amounts of water immediately. After flushing eyes for 20 to 30 minutes, seek medical attention. DS2 can damage eyes after a few seconds of exposure. MOUTH. If swallowed, rinse mouth out immediately and spit out, then drink large amounts of water and seek medical attention immediately. DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. NOSE (fumes). If you inhale enough DS2 to cause coughing, leave the area immediately. If breathing difficulties continue, seek medical attention. 2. Remove M42 protective mask. 0053 00-6 Change 1