Routine Maintenance
Health and Safety
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Used Oil
Used engine crankcase lubricants contain harmful
contaminants.
Here are precautions to protect your health when handling
used engine oil:
1 Avoid prolonged, excessive or repeated skin contact
with used oil.
2 Apply a barrier cream to the skin before handling
used oil. Note the following when removing engine oil
from skin:
a Wash your skin thoroughly with soap and water.
b Using a nail brush will help.
c Use special hand cleansers to help clean dirty
hands.
d Never use petrol, diesel fuel, or paraffin for
washing.
3 Avoid skin contact with oil soaked clothing.
4 Don't keep oily rags in pockets.
5 Wash dirty clothing before re-use.
6 Throw away oil-soaked shoes.
First Aid - Oil
Eyes
In the case of eye contact, flush with water for 15 minutes.
If irritation persists, get medical attention.
Swallowing
If oil is swallowed do not induce vomiting. Get medical
advice.