TM 5-3895-370-14&P
Section III. OPERATION UNDER USUAL CONDITIONS
2-9. PREPARATION FOR OPERATION.
a.
Introduction. The following paragraphs cover the preparation of the distributor for normal operation. Initial
preparation for use after shipment should have already been performed by unit maintenance personnel. Descriptions of
controls called out in these procedures can be found in Controls and Indicators table (Table 2-1).
WARNING
·
The use of a bituminous distributor requires the handling of liquid materials at
extreme temperatures. Additionally, these materials are of a volatile nature.
Because these requirements involve potentially hazardous situations, we are
calling attention to them for your safety.
·
When operating the bituminous distributor while it's hot outside, comply with
local operating procedures for heat stress.
b.
Protective Clothing. Operator shall wear protective clothing to include coveralls, safety hard hat, hearing
protection, safety boots, goggles, face shield, and heat resistant gloves to prevent possible burns or skin irritation.
Operator shall wear a face mask filter to eliminate inhaling particulate matter and a face mask respirator to eliminate
inhaling fumes. These safety items shall be used any time operators are working with hot asphalt cement.
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