SEBU7901-01 9 Safety Section General Hazard Information When pressurized air and/or pressurized water is used for cleaning, wear protective clothing, protective shoes, and eye protection. Eye protection includes goggles or a protective face shield. Asbestos Information The maximum air pressure for cleaning purposes must be below 205 kPa (30 psi). The maximum water pressure for cleaning purposes must be below 275 kPa (40 psi). Fluid Penetration g00702022 Illustration 7 Caterpillar equipment and replacement parts that are shipped from Caterpillar are asbestos free. Caterpillar recommends the use of only genuine Caterpillar replacement parts.
Use the following guidelines when you handle any replacement parts that contain asbestos or when you handle asbestos debris. Use caution. Avoid inhaling dust that might be generated when you handle components that contain asbestos fibers. Inhaling this dust can be hazardous to your health. The components that may contain asbestos fibers are brake pads, brake bands, lining material, clutch plates, and some gaskets. The asbestos that is used in these components is usually bound in a resin or sealed in some way. Normal handling is not hazardous unless airborne dust that contains asbestos is generated. g00687600 Illustration 6 Always use a board or cardboard when you check for a leak.
Leaking fluid that is under pressure can penetrate body tissue. Fluid penetration can cause serious injury and possible death. A pin hole leak can cause severe injury. If fluid is injected into your skin, you must get treatment immediately. Seek treatment from a doctor that is familiar with this type of injury. Containing Fluid Spillage If dust that may contain asbestos is present, there are several guidelines that should be followed: Care must be taken in order to ensure that fluids are contained during performance of inspection, maintenance, testing, adjusting and repair of the engine.
Prepare to collect the fluid with suitable containers before opening any compartment or disassembling any component that contains fluids. Never use compressed air for cleaning. Avoid brushing materials that contain asbestos. Avoid grinding materials that contain asbestos. Use a wet method in order to clean up asbestos materials. Refer to Special Publication, NENG2500, “Dealer Service Tool Catalog” for the following items: A vacuum cleaner that is equipped with a high efficiency particulate air filter (HEPA) can also be used.
Tools that are suitable for collecting fluids and equipment that is suitable for collecting fluids Tools that are suitable for containing fluids and equipment that is suitable for containing fluids Use exhaust ventilation on permanent machining jobs. Obey all local regulations for the disposal of liquids. Wear an approved respirator if there is no other way to control the dust.