DAF 95XF. Manual - part 7

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2. WARNINGS

2.1 BATTERIES

Non--compliance with the warnings
contained in this section may result
in serious damage to the vehicle
and may even lead to dangerous
situations.

Battery acid is a corrosive fluid.
In the event of contact with the
skin: Rinse the skin with plenty of
water for a sustained period. If
redness or pain persists, consult a
doctor. Remove any clothing
affected and rinse with water.
In the event of contact with the
eyes: Rinse with plenty of water for
at least 15 minutes and see a
doctor.
If any is swallowed: do NOT induce
vomiting. Rinse the mouth, drink
two glasses of water and see a
doctor.
In the event of inhalation: get some
fresh air, rest and consult a doctor.

To prevent damage to electronic components,
never disconnect the battery terminals when the
engine is running.

Always disconnect the earth lead of the battery
before working on the vehicle. Never place tools
on a battery. If you do, this could short--circuit
the battery or even cause the battery to explode.

Charging
-

Always charge batteries in a properly
ventilated area and avoid sparking and
naked flames. When charging batteries, an
explosive gas mixture may be released.

Fast--charging should only be resorted to in
an emergency.

Thaw out frozen batteries before charging
them.

Remove all the filler caps before charging,
so that any gases released can escape to
the atmosphere.

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When fast--charging, the battery positive
and negative leads (+ and --) must be
disconnected to prevent damage to
electronic components.

During ”normal” charging, the battery leads

may remain connected.

First connect the positive lead (+) of the
battery charger to the positive terminal (+)
of the battery and then the negative lead (--)
to the negative terminal (--).

Before disconnecting the battery charger
leads, first switch off the battery charger to
avoid sparking and to eliminate the risk of
explosion.

To disconnect, first release the negative
terminal (--) and then the positive terminal
(+).

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2.2 WELDING

No welding of the chassis is
allowed without special, written
permission by DAF. Exceptions to
the above are the welding
operations described in the manual
”Superstructure directives”.
Non--compliance with welding
regulations may cause serious
damage to the chassis.

Failure to observe the following
instructions may damage the
electronic components.

General
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Attach the earth clamp of the welding set as
close as possible to the area on the vehicle
where the welding is to be done and ensure
that it is well in contact with the part being
welded.

Never attach the earth clamp to vehicle
components such as the engine, axles,
springs, etc. Arcing on these components is
also not permitted. Non--compliance with
the above instructions may result in serious
damage to bearings, springs, etc.

The accessory or contact position of the
ignition lock must not be switched on.
Remove the ignition key from the ignition
lock.

Protect plastic piping, rubber components,
plastic components, piston rods of hydraulic
cylinders and springs (in particular parabolic
springs) from welding splashes and
temperatures above 70

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Welding to the chassis
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When welding on the chassis, disconnect
the connectors of all electronic equipment
(including sensors and actuators), if they
are within a 1--metre radius of the point
being welded or within a 1--metre radius of
the earthing point.

Disconnect the battery terminals if these are
within a within a 1--metre radius of the point
being welded or the earth terminal.

If the battery terminals have to be
disconnected, all electronic units mounted
on the chassis must be disconnected as
well. Also detach the cab feed--through
connectors.

Welding on the cab
-

When welding on the cab, disconnect the
battery terminals.

Disconnect the cab feed--through
connectors.

Disconnect the connectors of all electronic
equipment (including sensors and
actuators), if they are within a 0.5--metre
radius of the point being welded or within a
0.5--metre radius of the earth terminal.

Welding on the superstructure
-

Follow the instructions for ”Welding on the
chassis”, together with any specific welding
instructions for welding on the
superstructure.

Note:
During grinding, protect plastic piping, rubber
components, plastic components, piston rods of
hydraulic cylinders and springs (in particular
parabolic springs) in order to prevent damage
caused by grinding sparks.

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