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Brake Dust Safety Warnings

Do not inhale dust from brakes or associated components.Inhalation of dust can be injurious to your health. Compressed air or brushes must not be used to clean brakes, brake drums and associated components. A vacuum cleaner equipped for this purpose should be carefully used to remove any dust. Adherent dust should be removed with a damp rag. Any dust should be contained in a sealed and labeled bag for disposal. Wear an approved high efficiency cartridge or air line respirator and use extra caution to avoid breathing this dust. Always use non-asbestos replacement parts.