Harris Micromax FM Exciter REV 1 01/12/2007
WARNING: Disconnect primary power prior to servicing
2.1.2 If victim is responsive
• Keep them warm
• Keep them as quiet as possible
• Loosen their clothing (a reclining position is recommended)
• Call for medical help as soon as possible
2.2 Treatment of electrical Burns
2.2.1 Extensive burned and broken skin
• Cover area with clean sheet or cloth
• Do not break blisters, remove tissue, remove adhered particles of clothing, or apply any
salve or ointment.
• Treat victim for shock as required.
• Arrange transportation to a hospital as quickly as possible.
• If arms or legs are affected keep them elevated
If medical help will not be available within an hour and the victim is conscious and not vomiting,
give him a weak solution of salt and soda: 1 level teaspoonful of salt and 1/2 level teaspoonful of
baking soda to each quart of water (neither hot or cold). Allow victim to sip slowly about 4
ounces (half a glass) over a period of 15 minutes. Discontinue fluid if vomiting occurs
DO NOT give alcohol
2.2.2 Less severe burns
• Apply cool (not ice cold) compresses using the cleansed available cloth article.
• Do not break blisters, remove tissue, remove adhered particles of clothing, or apply salve or
ointment.
• Apply clean dry dressing if necessary.
• Treat victim for shock as required.
• Arrange transportation to a hospital as quickly as possible
• If arms or legs are affected keep them elevated.
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