Operation and maintenance manual

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Avoid Tyre Explosion Hazard
WARNING
Whenever a vehicle’s tyre(s) is (are) exposed to
excessive heat such as a machine fire or
extremely hot brakes, the hazard of a subsequent
violent tyre explosion must be recognized. All
nearby persons must avoid approaching the
vehicle so as not to be physically endangered in
the event of an explosion of the tyre and rim
parts. The vehicle should be moved to a remote
area, but only when this can be done with
complete safety of the operator operating or
towing the vehicle. All other persons should stay
clear of the vehicle. The fire or overheated
brakes, wheel etc., should be extinguished or
cooled from a safe distance. Do not attempt to
extinguish the fire or cool the vehicle by use of
hand-held fire extinguishers. If it is absolutely
necessary to approach a vehicle with a suspect
tyre, approach only from the front or the back.
Stay at least 15 m (50 ft) from the tread area.
Keep observers out of the area and at least 460 m
(1 500 ft) from the tyre sidewall. Refer to the
accompanying sketch. The tyre(s) should be
allowed at least eight (8) hours cooling time after
the machine is shut down or the fire extinguished
before approaching closer.
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AT LEAST
460 m (1 500 ft)
AT LEAST
15 m (50 ft)