ForTwo L3-1.0L (2009)
Brake Fluid: Technician Safety Information
AS00.00-Z-0013-01A Risk of Injury to Skin or Eyes From Hydraulic Fluid Spraying Out Under
Pressure. Risk of Poisoning From Swal
AS00.00-Z-0013-01A Risk Of Injury To Skin Or Eyes From Hydraulic Fluid Spraying Out Under Pressure. Risk Of Poisoning From
Swallowing Hydraulic Fluid.
Depressurize the hydraulic system completely before starting any work on the system. Wear protective clothing and eye protection.
Possible hazards
Risk of injury
When disengaging hydraulic lines without first depressurizing the system, dangerous skin or eye injuries may occur due to the very high pressures (in
excess of 200 bar). If hydraulic fluid, particularly central hydraulic fluid (especially harmful), comes into contact with unprotected skin, this may cause
damage to the skin.
Risk of poisoning
If hydraulic fluid is swallowed, this may lead to poisoning symptoms such as headache, giddiness, abdominal pain, vomiting, diarrhea, cramps and
unconsciousness.
Protective measures/guidelines
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When commencing work on hydraulic systems, these must be depressurized; the system must be drained if necessary.
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Do not pour hydraulic fluid into beverage containers.
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Ensure sufficient ventilation, especially in the case of central hydraulic fluid.
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Ensure that only authorized persons have access to hydraulic fluid.
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Immediately seal disconnected leads and hoses, and the connections to the assemblies, with blind plugs.
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Wear protective gloves, protective clothing and eye protection.
If protective gloves cannot be worn, the following points must be noted:
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Only expose skin to hydraulic fluid for as brief a period as possible; in the event of contact with skin, clean skin with soap and water.
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In the event of contact with clothing, replace clothing as rapidly as possible.
First-aid measures
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Have the person affected drink plenty of water with activated charcoal additive.
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After swallowing large volumes, seek the attention of a physician.
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If hydraulic fluid gets into the eyes, immediately rinse the eyes with plenty of clean water/eye rinsing bottle.
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In the event of injuries to the skin or eyes due to a jet of hydraulic fluid, immediately seek the attention of a physician.
AS42.50-Z-0001-01A Risk of Poisoning From Swallowing Brake Fluid. Risk of Injury From Skin and
Eye Contact With Brake Fluid
AS42.50-Z-0001-01A Risk Of Poisoning From Swallowing Brake Fluid. Risk Of Injury From Skin And Eye Contact With Brake Fluid
Pour brake fluid only into suitable and appropriately marked containers. Wear protective clothing and eye protection when handling brake fluid.
Possible hazards
Risk of poisoning
Swallowing brake fluid can cause symptoms of poisoning such as headaches, dizziness, stomach pains, vomiting, diarrhea, cramps and unconsciousness.
A dose of more than 100 cm 3 can have fatal consequences.
Risk of injury
Contact with brake fluid can cause serious skin damage to unprotected skin.
Procedural guidelines and safety precautions
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Ensure that brake fluid is only accessible to authorized personnel.
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Store brake fluid in original containers only.
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Only store brake fluid in suitable, appropriately marked containers. Never use beverage bottles such as those for mineral water, beer etc.
