DAF CF ELECTRIC, Emergency Response Manual

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Introduction
WARNING! The battery cells inside the high-voltage batteries contain
electrolyte.
Electrolyte is a toxic fluid. Physical contact can lead to serious health
problems.
– Avoid physical contact with electrolyte leaking from the batteries.
– If there is contact with the eyes: rinse with plenty of water for at
least 15 minutes and consult a doctor.
– Avoid skin contact. If there is skin contact: wash the skin with water
and soap.
WARNING! Sparks and open flames in the vicinity of a battery can
lead to an explosion which can cause serious injury.
– Always charge batteries in a properly ventilated area.
– Avoid sparks and open flames in the vicinity of batteries.
WARNING! Charging frozen batteries can lead to an explosion which
can cause serious injury.
– Always thaw out batteries before charging them.
WARNING! Never operate an emergency stop button while driving.
– Operating an emergency stop button while driving switches off all
electrical systems including hydraulic steering pump and air
compressor. This can lead to very dangerous situations with
regards to steering and braking and can lead to damage of the high-
voltage system.
WARNING! Towing a fully loaded vehicle can result in unstable
vehicle behaviour for the towing and/or towed vehicle during critical
driving situations. This can lead to very dangerous situations. High
forces and tensions in the chassis and driveline can also damage the
vehicle.
– Do not tow the vehicle when it is fully loaded.
WARNING! The towed vehicle can be located asymmetrically (left or
right) behind the towing vehicle. Towing at an angle larger than 20°
with the vehicle centre line can result in unstable vehicle behaviour for
the towing and/or towed vehicle during critical driving situations. This
can lead to very dangerous situations. High forces and tensions in the
chassis and driveline of the vehicles can also damage the vehicle.
– Towing at an angle larger than 20° with the vehicle centre line is not
allowed.
WARNING! When the high-voltage circuit isn't in operating mode and
no additional measures are taken, there is no power steering and no
air is supplied to the brake system. This results in difficult steering and
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