EngineDisassembly and Assembly21. Do not operate a machine if any rotating part isdamaged or contacts any other part during operation.Any high speed rotating component that has beendamaged or altered should be checked for balancebefore reusing.22. On track-type machines, be careful when servicingor separating tracks. Chips can fly when removing orinstalling a track pin. Wear safety glasses. Track canunroll very quickly when separated. Keep away fromfront and rear of machine. The machine can moveunexpectedly when both tracks are disengaged from thesprockets. Block the machine to prevent it from moving.23. Caution should be used to avoid breathing dust thatmat be generated when handling components containingasbestos fibers. If this dust is inhaled, It can behazardous to your health. Components In Caterpillarproducts that contain asbestos fibers are brake pads,brake band and lining assemblies, clutch plates andsome gaskets. The asbestos used in these componentsis usually bound in a resin or sealed In some way Normalhandling is not hazardous as long as airborne dust whichcontains asbestos is not generated.If dust which may contain asbestos is present, there areseveral common sense guidelines that should befollowed.a.Never use compressed air for cleaning.b.Use vacuum or wet methods for cleanup.c.Use exhaust ventilation on permanent machiningjobs.d.Wear an approved respirator if there is no other wayto control the dust.e.Follow environmental rules and regulations fordisposal of asbestos.f.Avoid areas where asbestos particles may be in theair.5
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