Rotating
Fan
Use extreme
caution when
working on or
around
equipment having
Rotatingfans,pulleysand
belts.
•
Never applyheat to pressurized containers or
pressurized refrigerant lines.
•
Observe all safety placards on the unit and
caution statements in unit documentation.
•
Never operate theunit with the discharge
service valve front-seated (closed).
•Be sure gauge manifold hoses are in good
condition. Never let them contact belts, fans,
pulleys or hot surfaces.
Units should be switched OFF before working
on or
near fans.belts and pulleys.
Steam
Removing or loosening the
radiator cap of a
unit that is at or above operating
temperature may cause
severeburns
due to violent
hot water and steam emissions.
Allow the cooling system to cool
before loosening or
removing the radiator cap
or any other cooling
system components.
Additional Safety Tips
Observe your shop's lock-out I tag-out
requirements. Truck ignition keys must be
secured and the wheels chocked.
•
Use extreme caution when working on
ladders
and work platforms. Use ladders
and/or overhead harnesses in the manner
prescribed by the manufacturer of these
products.
•
Do not wear a wrist watch, rings, or other
jewelry while working on or around
equipment.
These items may catch on
equipment or conduct
dangerous electrical
current that may result in
severe personal
injury or death.
•
Be sure all mounting bolts are the correct length
for
the application and are securely tightened.
•
Refrigeration oil can damage eyes and cause skin
irritation. Avoid prolonged contact with
the skin
or clothing.
•
Refrigerants and refrigerant oils may be
flammable or explosive under certain
conditions. Use care when using any type of
ignition source near refrigerant lines and
components.
•
Never unsolder tubing or components on a
sealed
and pressurized system. Always verify
the
refrigerant has been removed from the
portion of
the system being repaired.Check that
service valves
are mid-seated and uncapped to
allow rising
pressure to vent.
