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5. HEALTH AND SAFETY INFORMATION
5.1 GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
For your own safety and the safety of others, and to prevent damage to the equipment and
vehicles, read the full online manual at drapertools.com thoroughly before operating your scanner.
The safety messages presented below and throughout this user’s manual are reminders to the
operator to exercise extreme care when using this device. Always refer to and follow safety
messages and test procedures provided by vehicle manufacturer. Read, understand and follow all
safety messages and instructions in the full online manual.
Safety Message Conventions Used
We provide safety messages to help prevent personal injury and equipment damage. Below are
signal words we used to indicate the hazard level in a condition.
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious
injury to the operator or to bystanders.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious
injury to the operator or to bystanders.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in moderate or minor
injury to the operator or to bystanders.
5.2 SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Always use your scanner as described in the manual, and follow all safety messages.
Do not route the test cable in a manner that would interfere with driving controls.
Do not exceed voltage limits between inputs specified in this user’s manual.
Always wear approved goggles to protect your eyes from propelled objects as well as hot or
caustic liquids.
Fuel, oil vapours, hot steam, hot toxic exhaust gases, acid, refrigerant and other debris produced
by a malfunctioning engine can cause serious injury or death. Do not use the scanner in areas
where explosive vapour may collect, such as in below-ground pits, confined areas, or areas that
are less than 18 inches (45 cm) above the floor.
Do not smoke, strike a match, or cause a spark near the vehicle while testing and keep all sparks,
heated items and open flames away from the battery and fuel / fuel vapours as they are highly
flammable.
Keep a dry chemical fire extinguisher suitable for gasoline, chemical and electrical fires in work
area.
Always be aware of rotating parts that move at high speed when an engine is running and keep a
safe distance from these parts as well as other potentially moving objects to avoid serious injury.
Do not touch engine components that get very hot when an engine is running to avoid severe
burns.
Block drive wheels before testing with engine running. Put the transmission in park (for automatic
transmission) or neutral (for manual transmission). And never leave a running engine unattended.
Do not wear jewellery or loose fitting clothing when working on engine.
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DANGER
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WARNING
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WARNING
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CAUTION
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