Man D 2866 LE 401, Repair Manual

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Safety instructions
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4. Instructions for handling used engine oil *
Prolonged or repeated contact of any kind of engine oil with the skin causes the skin to degrease, which
may result in dryness, irritation or inflammation. Old engine oil also contains hazardous substances which
in animal experiments have caused skin cancer. Handling old engine oil does not pose any health hazard if
the basic safety and hygiene related regulations are observed.
Health and safety regulations:
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Avoid prolonged, excessive or repeated contact of old engine oil with the skin.
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Use a suitable skin protection agent or wear protective gloves.
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Clean the skin that has been in contact with engine oil.
– Wash yourself thoroughly with soap and water. A nailbrush is an effective aid.
– Special hand cleaning agents facilitate cleaning soiled hands.
– Do not use petrol, Diesel fuel, gas oil, fluxes or solvents as cleaning agents.
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After washing apply moisturising handcream to your skin.
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Change oil-soaked clothes and shoes.
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Do not put any oil-soaked cloths into pockets.
Pay meticulous attention to the proper disposal of old engine oil.
– Old oil is a water hazard –
Therefore, do not pour any old oil into the ground, the drains or the sewerage system. Any violation of this
rule is punishable.
Collect and dispose of old engine oil properly. For information concerning collection points, contact seller,
supplier or the local authorities.
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Based on the ”Merkblatt für den Umgang mit gebrauchtem Motorenöl”
(Notes on how to handle old engine oil).