FastCheck21Safety instructionsWARNING: General safety• All operations must be carried out in a well ventilated area away from openflame and heat sources.• Ensure the vehicle is stationary and the handbrake (parking brake) is appliedbefore carrying out any maintenance/diagnostic work.WARNING: Air conditioning safety• Servicing must only be carried out if you are familiar with both the vehiclesystem and the test equipment.• Air conditioning refrigerant is a hazardous liquid and when handled incorrectlycan cause serious injury. Suitable protective clothing, consisting of faceprotection, heat proof gloves, rubber boots and rubber apron or waterproofoveralls, must be worn when carrying out operations on the air conditioningsystem.• Danger of asphyxiation, refrigerant gas is heavier than air and will collect invehicle inspection pits or confined spaces, always recover all refrigerant from adamaged system before commencing work.WARNING: Airbag safety• All work on vehicle restraint systems should be carried out by trained personnel.NEVER install accessories in the vicinity of driver, passenger or side airbags.• Observe component manufacturers instructions for safety, handling andinstallation of components.• Airbags are classed as explosive devices and as such are subject to nationallaws which must be followed. This includes storage and transportation.• ALWAYS store removed airbags in a secure area away from other hazardousmaterials.• DO NOT connect or disconnect any wiring with the ignition ON. ALWAYS turnthe ignition switch to the 'OFF' position and allow at least 1 minute for thesystem to discharge.• NEVER expose system components to temperatures above 176°F (80°C).• ONLY use approved diagnostic testers to diagnose faults, NEVER use multi-meters or test lamps etc.• ALWAYS disconnect all airbags and seat belt pre-tensionless before using amulti-meter to check the wiring.