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Show WAYS TO PREVENT GARAQEAGC1DENTS Caution Against Use of Cigarette Cig-arette and Other Flames. In spite of the great number of accidents ac-cidents which have resulted from gasoline explosions, drivers and garage ga-rage workers continue to do things which endanger not only their own lives, but also the lives and property of others. It seems needless to caution against the use of matches, cigars, cigarettes and other open flames near gasoline, or near oil-soaked rags and clothing. In drawing " or pouring gasoline from one container to another, static electric sparks may be developed. It Is advisable always to keep the two containers in contact with each other, or to attach a chain to the pouring container which will maintain the contact. This will lead off tht electric elec-tric charge and prevent sparking. Sparks often result from striking together two pieces of metal. It is best to use kerosene instead of gasoline gaso-line when cleaning oil and grease from metal parts. Carry Fire Extinguisher. Every motor vehicle should carry a tetrachloride fire extinguisher. For garag- use probably the best fire extinguisher ex-tinguisher Is one of the foam type. Never use water on a gasoline or oil fire. A mixture of sawdust and soda (about ten pounds of bicarbonate of soda to a bushel of sawdust) is good to put out oil fires. Sand is also used effectively. The drip pan, side pans, and car in general should be kept clean and free from excessive oil. If present, excessive exces-sive oil may do much to spread the flames in case of Are. If extension cords are used for portable electric lights, it is necessary to guard against electric shock and fires resulting from electric causes. It Is therefore advisable to use vapor-proof vapor-proof fittings, a keyless socket, lamp enclosed in a vapor-proof globe and further protected with a rigid cage to prevent breakage. It Is also advisable advis-able to have armored cable Instead of ordinary electric cord ; this should be kept in good condition. When it Is necessary to Jack up the car and get underneath, be sure the car is held up securely. Be especially careful If any of the wheels have been removed. Block the other wheels to keep them from moving. If the support should give away, the car may fall and crush you. It is best to use a pit If possible. Never depend on jacks when it is necessary to get under car. Horses are better sup-ports sup-ports than jacks, ordinary boxes or blocks. Remember, the brakes are not operative when the rear wheels are Jacked up off the ground. Avoid Carbon Monoxide. When in the garage, the engine should not be run longer than necessary. neces-sary. Carbon monoxide Is contained In the exhaust gases, and unless the garage is fairly well ventilated may cause headaches, other discomforts, and even death to the persons in the garage. If you haven't a self-starter, be careful not to break your arm when cranking. Always pull the crank up, not down, and don't spin it unless absolutely ab-solutely necessary. When grasping crank, place thumb on same side of handle with the Angers ; then if there Is a kick-back, handle will slip from hand. Keep the spark retarded until un-til the engine has started. Be careful when working around or using rags near rotating fan. Keep wrenches and other tools In good condition; If badly worn they should be discarded. Enter and leave the garage slowly. Street car motormen, pedestrians, children, other drivers and garage workers may not be looking. Don't drive too close to the gasoline pump at garage or filling stations and always be sure to shut off the engine when the tank Is being filled with gasoline. |