Health protection in car repair Land Rover Discovery 3
Introduction
Modern vehicles use many fluids and other materials that, if handled improperly, pose a risk to the health of service personnel and the environment. Most procedures related to car repair and...
Modern vehicles use many fluids and other materials that, if handled improperly, pose a risk to the health of service personnel and the environment. Most procedures related to car repair and...
Acids and alkalis
These include, in particular, alkalis such as caustic soda used in detergents and acids such as sulfuric acid used in batteries. Both alkalis and acids are irritating and dangerous to the skin, eyes...
These include, in particular, alkalis such as caustic soda used in detergents and acids such as sulfuric acid used in batteries. Both alkalis and acids are irritating and dangerous to the skin, eyes...
Airbags
These are flammable, explosive products - observe smoking precautions: DO NOT SMOK! Used in the car as part of the security system. The activation device contains a powerful explosive that, when...
These are flammable, explosive products - observe smoking precautions: DO NOT SMOK! Used in the car as part of the security system. The activation device contains a powerful explosive that, when...
Air conditioning refrigerant
This is a flammable, combustible substance - observe smoking precautions: DO NOT SMOK! Skin contact may cause frostbite. The manufacturer's instructions must be followed. Avoid open flames, use...
This is a flammable, combustible substance - observe smoking precautions: DO NOT SMOK! Skin contact may cause frostbite. The manufacturer's instructions must be followed. Avoid open flames, use...
Adhesives and sealants
Many adhesives and sealants are flammable, combustible - observe smoking precautions: NO SMOKING! Such materials should be stored in fireproof cabinets in non-smoking areas. Always keep clean, use...
Many adhesives and sealants are flammable, combustible - observe smoking precautions: NO SMOKING! Such materials should be stored in fireproof cabinets in non-smoking areas. Always keep clean, use...
Antifreeze, acids and fluids
Antifreeze Flammable when undiluted. When antifreeze is heated, vapors can be released from it. Avoid breathing these vapors. Antifreeze, in harmful and life-threatening amounts, can be absorbed...
Antifreeze Flammable when undiluted. When antifreeze is heated, vapors can be released from it. Avoid breathing these vapors. Antifreeze, in harmful and life-threatening amounts, can be absorbed...
Chemical materials
All chemical materials require care in handling and storage. They can be toxic, unhealthy, caustic, irritating, flammable and give rise to hazardous fumes, fumes and dusts. Exposure to such chemicals...
All chemical materials require care in handling and storage. They can be toxic, unhealthy, caustic, irritating, flammable and give rise to hazardous fumes, fumes and dusts. Exposure to such chemicals...
Electrical equipment
Electric shock can result from the use of defective electrical equipment or the misuse of properly functioning electrical equipment. Keep electrical equipment in good working order. Do frequent...
Electric shock can result from the use of defective electrical equipment or the misuse of properly functioning electrical equipment. Keep electrical equipment in good working order. Do frequent...
Exhaust smoke
Vehicle exhaust emissions (smoke) contain suffocating, unhealthy and toxic chemicals such as carbon and nitrogen oxides, aldehydes, lead and aromatic hydrocarbons. The engine may only be operated...
Vehicle exhaust emissions (smoke) contain suffocating, unhealthy and toxic chemicals such as carbon and nitrogen oxides, aldehydes, lead and aromatic hydrocarbons. The engine may only be operated...
Technical rubbers
O-rings, lip seals, hoses, flexible pipes and similar parts are made of FKM (do not confuse with ordinary rubber). Under normal operating conditions, these components do not pose a health hazard....
O-rings, lip seals, hoses, flexible pipes and similar parts are made of FKM (do not confuse with ordinary rubber). Under normal operating conditions, these components do not pose a health hazard....
Foam — Polyurethane
It is used as noise and sound insulation. Cured foams are used in seats and trim. The components before they react are irritating and can be harmful to the skin and eyes. Use protective gloves and...
It is used as noise and sound insulation. Cured foams are used in seats and trim. The components before they react are irritating and can be harmful to the skin and eyes. Use protective gloves and...
Fuel
If possible, avoid skin contact with fuel. If this does happen, wash the affected area with soap and water. Petrol These are flammable, combustible substances. Observe smoking precautions: NO...
If possible, avoid skin contact with fuel. If this does happen, wash the affected area with soap and water. Petrol These are flammable, combustible substances. Observe smoking precautions: NO...
General tools and equipment
It is very important that all tools and equipment are kept in good condition. When specific equipment is needed, only equipment that is in good working order and safe to operate should be used. Never...
It is very important that all tools and equipment are kept in good condition. When specific equipment is needed, only equipment that is in good working order and safe to operate should be used. Never...
Using a jack
Before jacking up the vehicle, carefully read the section "Car towing and jacking" this guide. Raise the vehicle only when it is on level ground. Apply the parking brake and place wheel chocks under...
Before jacking up the vehicle, carefully read the section "Car towing and jacking" this guide. Raise the vehicle only when it is on level ground. Apply the parking brake and place wheel chocks under...
Liquid and grease lubricants
Avoid prolonged and repeated contact with mineral oils. All lubricating oils and greases can cause eye and skin irritation. Waste engine oils Prolonged and repeated contact of the skin with mineral...
Avoid prolonged and repeated contact with mineral oils. All lubricating oils and greases can cause eye and skin irritation. Waste engine oils Prolonged and repeated contact of the skin with mineral...
Environmental precautions
This section provides general information that will help reduce the environmental impact of car maintenance and repairs. Harmful emissions into the atmosphere Many of the jobs carried out during...
This section provides general information that will help reduce the environmental impact of car maintenance and repairs. Harmful emissions into the atmosphere Many of the jobs carried out during...
Suspended loads
WARNING: Never use temporary, makeshift lifting equipment. When lifting or hanging any object, there is always a danger. Never work under an object that is suspended, elevated, or without a safety...
WARNING: Never use temporary, makeshift lifting equipment. When lifting or hanging any object, there is always a danger. Never work under an object that is suspended, elevated, or without a safety...
Fluoroelastomer Viton
As with many vehicles from other manufacturers, some assemblies have o-rings, seals or gaskets that contain a material known as "viton" (Viton). Viton is a fluoroelastomer, i.e. a synthetic rubber...
As with many vehicles from other manufacturers, some assemblies have o-rings, seals or gaskets that contain a material known as "viton" (Viton). Viton is a fluoroelastomer, i.e. a synthetic rubber...
Welding
Welding processes include types of welding such as electric resistance welding (spot welding), arc welding and gas welding. Electric contact welding This process may be accompanied by the formation...
Welding processes include types of welding such as electric resistance welding (spot welding), arc welding and gas welding. Electric contact welding This process may be accompanied by the formation...
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