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With the advent of these new system configurations, an additional minimum requirement will be to install a portable fire extinguisher in close proximity to the ATD so as to be readily available to an operator in the event of a problem. A metal shield between the ATD and the power take-off (PTO), hydraulic pump and associated hydraulic hoses is strongly encouraged to prevent hydraulic fluid from spraying onto the ATD at any time if a hose delaminates. Additionally, it is highly recommended to locate and direct at least one nozzle of an after-market engineered fire suppression system in the area of the ATD and PTO to suppress a potential fire. Such precautions may ultimately save a very valuable piece of equipment.
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