Risk Of Explosion Caused By Fuel Vapors Igniting, Risk Of Poisoning Caused By Inhaling Combustible Gases And Risk Of Injury Caused By Burns During And After Operation Of Heater Unit - AS83.70-Z-0002-01A

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MODEL ALL (4xWD, BUS, CAR, Heavy transporter, Light transporter, TRUCK) with heater booster, auxiliary heater or stationary heater

Do not operate stationary heater, auxiliary heater or engine with heater booster in closed rooms or when refueling. Allow heater unit to cool down after operation and wear protective gloves.

Potential risks

Risk of explosion

caused by heating while fueling.

Risk of poisoning

The gases generated during the combustion in the heater present a health hazard and can trigger symptoms of poisoning which could lead to unconsciousness if the heater is operated in closed rooms, e.g. workshops or garages.

Risk of burn injuries

There is an increased risk of burn injuries at the heater housing and exhaust gas outlet during or following operation of the heater.

Safety instructions/precautions

Never operate the engine with heater booster in closed rooms.
The stationary or auxiliary heater must not be started or operated at fueling stations or in the vicinity of tank systems because of the risk of explosion caused by fuel vapors.
For function testing or emission level testing, the heater may only be operated in rooms if these are equipped with a suitable exhaust extraction system for the engine and the heater.
When working on the heater, allow it to cool down or wear protective gloves.