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

Model All (4xWD, CAR, Heavy transporter, Light transporter) 

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

with heater booster, auxiliary heater or stationary heater 

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 that 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 start 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 started 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.