SAFETY
SA-23
AVOID HIGH-PRESSURE FLUIDS
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Fluids such as diesel fuel or hydraulic oil under
pressure can penetrate the skin or eyes causing
serious injury, blindness or death.
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Avoid this hazard by relieving pressure before
disconnecting hydraulic or other lines.
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Tighten all connections before applying pressure.
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Search for leaks with a piece of cardboard; take
care to protect hands and body from
high-pressure fluids. Wear a face shield or
goggles for eye protection.
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If an accident occurs, see a doctor familiar with
this type of injury immediately. Any fluid injected
into the skin must be surgically removed within a
few hours or gangrene may result.
507-E03A-0499
SA-031
SA-292
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