Safety—Maintenance Precautions Remove Paint Before Welding or Heating Avoid potentially toxic fumes and dust. Hazardous fumes can be generated when paint is heated by welding, soldering, or using a torch. Remove paint before heating: Remove paint a minimum of 100 mm (4 in.) from area to be affected by heating. If paint cannot be removed, wear an approved respirator before heating or welding. If you sand or grind paint, avoid breathing the dust. Wear an approved respirator. If you use solvent or paint stripper, remove stripper with soap and water before welding. Remove solvent or paint stripper containers and other flammable material from area.
Allow fumes to disperse at least 15 minutes before welding or heating. TS220 —UN—15APR13 Do all work in an area that is well ventilated to carry toxic fumes and dust away. Do not use a chlorinated solvent in areas where welding will take place. Dispose of paint and solvent properly. DX,PAINT -19-24JUL02-1/1 Make Welding Repairs Safely IMPORTANT: Disable electrical power before welding. Turn off main battery switch or disconnect positive battery cable. Separate harness connectors to engine and vehicle microprocessors. T133547 —UN—15APR13 Avoid welding or heating near pressurized fluid lines. Flammable spray may result and cause severe burns if pressurized lines fail as a result of heating.
Do not let heat go beyond work area to nearby pressurized lines. Remove paint properly. Do not inhale paint dust or fumes. Use a qualified welding technician for structural repairs. Make sure there is good ventilation. Wear eye protection and protective equipment when welding. TX03679,00016D5 -19-25APR08-1/1 Drive Metal Pins Safely Always wear protective goggles or safety glasses and other protective equipment before striking hardened parts. Hammering hardened metal parts such as pins and bucket teeth may dislodge chips at high velocity. T133738 —UN—15APR13 Use a soft hammer or a brass bar between hammer and object to prevent chipping. TX03679,0001745 -19-03JAN07-1/1 1-4-2 060313 PN=27