IGNITION
SYSTEM
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
A WARNING: The ignition system
. produces extremely high voltages.
Do
not
touch any part
of
the ignition system
or
any
cables while the engine is running.
An electric shock caused by contact with the
ignitionsystem maylead
to
illness, injury
or
death.
A WARNING:
,Wearers
of
surgically
implanted heart pacemaker devices
shouldnot
be
in closeproximity
to
ignitioncircuits
and
or
diagnostic equipment.
The ignition system and anydiagnosticequipment
may interrupt the normal operation
of
such
devices causing illness
or
death.
DANGEROUS SUBSTANCES
A WARNING: Many liquids and other
. substances used in motor vehicles are
poisonousand should under no circumstances be
consumed and should, as far
as
possible,
be
kept
from contact with the skin. These substances
among others include acid, anti-freeze, asbestos,
brake fluid, fuel, lubricants, and various
adhesives. Always pay close attention
to
the
instructions printed on labels and obey the
instructions contained within. These instructions
are included
for
your
safety and well being.
NEVER
DISREGARD THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
Fluoroelastomers
A WARNING: fluoroelastomer material is
used in the manufacture
of
various seals
in Triumph motorcycles.
In
fire conditions. involving temperatures greater
than 315°C this material will decompose and can
then
be
potentially hazardous. Highly
toxic
and
corrosive decomposition products, including
hydrogen fluoride, carbonyl fluoride, fluorinated
olefins and carbon monoxide can
be
generated
and will be present in fumes from fires.
In thepresence
of
anywater orhumidityhydrogen
fluoride may dissolve to
form
extremely corrosive
liquid hydrofluoric acid.
If such conditions exist,
do
not
touch the material
and avoid all skin contact. Skin contactwith liquid
or decomposition residues can cause painful and
penetrating burns leading to permanent,
irreversible skin and tissue damage.
1.3
GENERAL INFORMATION 1
ENGINE OILS
A WARNING: The oil may be
hot
to
the
touch. Contactwith
hot
oil maycausethe
skin
to
be scalded
or
burned.
A WARNING: Prolonged
or
repeated
contact with engine oil can lead
to
skin
dryness, irritation and dermatitis.
In
addition used
engine oil contains potentially harmful
contaminants which can cause cancer. Wear
suitable clothing and avoid skin contact.
Health Protection Precautions
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Avoid prolonged and repeated contact with oils,
particularly used engine oils.
Wear protective clothing, including impervious
gloves where practicable.
Do not put oily rags
in
pockets.
Overalls must be cleaned regularly. Discard
heavily soiled clothing and oil impregnated
footwear.
First aid treatment should be obtained
immediately for open cuts and wounds. Always
be aware of who your nearest first aider is and
where the medical facilities are kept.
Use barrier creams, applying before each work
period to protect the skin from the effects of oil
and grease and to aid removal of the same after
completing work.
Wash with soap and water to ensure all oil is
removed (skin cleansers and nail brushes will
help). Preparations containing lanolin replace the
natural skin oils which have been removed.
Do not use petrol, kerosene, diesel fuel, gas
011,
thinners or solvents for cleaning skin.
If skin disorders develop, obtain medical advice
without delay.
Where practicable, de-grease components prior
to handling.
A WARNING:
Any
risk
of
eye
injury
mustbe
avoided. Always wear eye protection
when using a hammer, air line, cleaning agent or
where there is ANY risk
of
flying
debris or
chemical splashing
