TM 5-4320-306-102-6. OPERATING PROCEDURE (Continued)WARNINGCARBON MONOXIDE (EXHAUST GAS) CAN KILL YOUExposure to exhaust gases produces symptoms of headache, dizziness, loss of muscular control,drowsiness, or coma. Brain damage or death can result from severe exposure. Fumes fromengines become concentrated with poor ventilation. Operate engine in a ventilated area only.While running engine, be alert for fumes. If someone is overcome, expose to fresh air; keep warmand still; give artificial respiration if needed. (Refer to FM21-11.) Seek medical attention.Administer oxygen, if available. GOOD VENTILATION IS THE BEST DEFENSE AGAINST EXHAUSTPOISONING.Do not smoke within 50 feet (15.2 m) of an operating pump unit. Smoking within this area createsa fire and explosion hazard. All personnel within 15 feet (4.57 m) of an operating centrifugal pumpunit must wear approved ear protection equipment. Failure to do so may result in impairment orloss of hearing.CAUTIONBe sure the pump volute is filled with liquid to the bottom of the suction port before starting theengine. The pump will not prime when dry. Extended operation of a dry pump will destroy theseal assembly and cause overheating which could seriously damage the pump. Do not use etherstart kit except in extremely cold weather when engine will not start. See paragraph 2-8. Toprevent starter from overheating, do not crank engine with starter for more than 10 seconds.Battery life will be lengthened if 60 seconds is allowed to elapse between starting attempts. Underany condition, if engine does not start on initial attempt, allow engine rotation to stop completelybefore again engaging starter.NOTEBe sure priming port dust cap is securely in place on the pump body.2-57
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