Safety Precautions When Working On Exhaust System
Risk of poisoning due to chemical materials
Exhaust gas temperature sensor contains chemical materials. It is possible to injure the respiratory system and be poisoned.
-- Never cut, saw or open the exhaust gas temperature sensor.
Risk of injury due to hot condensation and particles in the exhaust system.
Hot condensation and/or particles may be in the exhaust system. It is possible for eye and skin injury as well as respiratory system injury and poisoning to occur.
-- When performing separating procedures on the exhaust system, wear safety gloves and protective eyewear.
-- Use an extracting system for separating procedures or make sure there is enough ventilation.
There is a risk of injury due to the exhaust system components
It is possible to injure hands and other parts of the body due to hot and sharp-edged components in the exhaust system.
-- Allow the exhaust system to cool.
-- Wear safety gloves.
There is a risk of damaging the coupling
Improper handling can cause the coupling to become damaged or to leak.
-- Coupling must not be bent more than 10°.
-- Do not load the coupling on the cable.