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TM 10-3930-659-20
1-6.
WARRANTY INFORMATION.
The forklift truck Is under warranty by the John Deere Company in accordance with TB 10-3930-659-14.
1-7.
SAFETY, CARE, AND HANDLING.
a.
General. Refer to FM 21-11, First Aid for Soldiers, for first aid treatments of injured personnel.
IMMEDIATELY seek medical attention for any injury. The following first aid procedures should be used to prevent further
Injury until medical attention is available.
(1)
Exhaust Gases or Toxic Fumes. Expose person to fresh air and keep warm. DO NOT permit person
to move. If necessary, administer artificial respiration and immediately seek medical attention.
(2)
Chemical Burns.
(a)
Eyes. Flush eyes with cold water for no less than 15 minutes. Immediately seek medical
attention.
(b) Skin. Flush area with large amounts of cold water until all acid is removed. Seek medical
attention as required.
(c) Internal. Drink large amounts of water or milk followed by milk of magnesia, beaten egg, or
vegetable oil. Immediately seek medical attention.
(d) Clothing or Equipment. Immediately wash area with large amounts of cold water. Neutralize acid
with baking soda or household ammonia.
(3)
Foreign Object In Eye. DO NOT attempt to remove foreign object from eye as object may cause cuts
and abrasions. Close eye, cover with gauze and tape, and immediately seek medical attention.
b.
Personnel Precautions.
(1)
Read and become familiar with all WARNINGs in the warning summary at the front of this manual.
(2)
Throughout this manual, WARNINGs are given immediately preceding the procedural steps to which
they apply. Read these WARNINGs and follow them exactly.
(3)
WARNING decals may be found on the forklift truck (see TM 10-3930-659-10) to provide safety
instructions and identify specific hazards which if not followed may result in serious injury or death to personnel.
(4)
Protect yourself against injury. Wear protective gear such as safety goggles or lenses, safety shoes,
rubber apron, gloves, etc.
(5)
Stay clear of moving parts. Remove watches, rings, and other jewelry which could catch on moving
parts and cause injury. Keep hands, feet, and clothing away from all moving parts.
(6)
Notify others in the area if you are handling flammable materiels. Know location of fire extinguishers
and emergency procedures in case of accident or fire.
(7)
Never operate engine or heater In a closed area unless area Is properly ventilated. If symptoms of
carbon monoxide poisoning are noticed, immediately evacuate and ventilate area.
(8)
When lifting heavy parts, have someone help you. Ensure that lifting or jacking equipment is properly
working, is suitable for the assigned task, and is secure against slipping.
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