TM 5-3805-258-10Fire or Explosion PreventionKnow how to use a fire extinguisher.Service the fire extinguisher according torecommendations on the extinguisherplate.Do not carry any flammable liquids, suchas starting fluid (ether), gasoline or fuel onthe vehicle in loose containers.In the event of a vehicle fire or tire beadseat overheating, air inflated tires canexplode and blow tire and rim parts over500 m (1500 ft).Park the vehicle immediately. Dismountand move at least 500 m (1500 ft) from it.Do not allow personnel within 500 m(1500 ft) of the vehicle until the tire cools.Four to eight hours may be required tocool the tire.Loose or damaged fuel or oil lines, tubesor hoses can leak and cause fires.Do not bend or strike high pressure lines.Do not install bent or damaged lines, tubesand hoses.Before operating, remove all trash. Haveoil and fuel leaks, which can cause a fire,repaired. See the topic “Walk-AroundInspection. ”Inspect all lines, tubes and hosescarefully. Tighten all connections to therecommended torque.Replace any bent or damaged lines,tubes or hoses.Be sure the parking brake is releasedbefore operating.Heat from a vehicle fire can cause a tireexplosion. Death or serious injury can occurif a tire explodes while you are attemptingto put out a fire. If smoke, excessive heat,smell of burning rubber or hot brakes orother indications of tire bead burning arenoticed, move the vehicle to a remotearea.11
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