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Mid-Mount Ascendant Aerial Tower / 1-29
SAFETY
1-12.6 High Pressure Hydraulic Fluid
Figure 1-17: FAMA29 Danger Label
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Certain equipment on this apparatus is powered by high pressure hydraulic fluid. If you see a hydraulic leak, shut
down the equipment and call a service technician trained in safe methods of trouble-shooting and servicing hydraulic
power equipment.
Never search for leaks with your hands or other body parts. High pressure hydraulic fluid at pressures as low as 100
psi can penetrate skin. Use a piece of wood or cardboard to detect leaks, keeping hands and other body parts well
away from the potential source of a leak.
If you suspect that you have been exposed to a high pressure hydraulic skin penetration, seek medical help
immediately. The high pressure injection of a fluid such as hydraulic oil, grease and paint constitutes a medical and
surgical emergency, requiring access to appropriate specialist surgical expertise as soon as possible. Fluids injected
under the skin are highly toxic. The injury will lead to more serious health concerns and possibly death if not treated
promptly. See appropriate medical care knowledgeable in the treatment of these injuries.
DANGER
Do not paint over this label. Replace if damaged or lost
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High Pressure Fluid Hazard.
High pressure fluid leak will pierce skin.
Release pressure before working on
system.
Detect leaks with wood or cardboard.
Wear sturdy gloves and goggles.
NEVER use fingers.
Fluid injected in skin must be surgically
removed by trained doctor immediately
or gangrene will result.
Fluid injected into skin will injure or kill.