FUEL HANDLING
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Fueling
Never start the machine:
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If you have spilled fuel or engine oil on the machine.
Wipe off the spill and allow the remaining fuel to
evaporate.
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If you have spilled fuel on yourself or your clothes,
change your clothes. Wash any part of your body that
has come in contact with fuel. Use soap and water.
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If the machine is leaking fuel. Check regularly for leaks
from the fuel cap and fuel lines.
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Unless the fuel cap is securely tightened after
refueling.
Transport and storage
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Store and transport the machine and fuel so that there
is no risk of any leakage or fumes coming into contact
with sparks or open flames, for example, from
electrical machinery, electric motors, electrical relays/
switches or boilers.
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When storing and transporting fuel always use
approved containers intended for this purpose.
Long-term storage
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When storing the machine for long periods the fuel
tank must be emptied. Contact your local petrol
station to find out where to dispose of excess fuel.
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WARNING! Taking the following
precautions, will lessen the risk of fire:
Do not smoke and do not place any hot
objects in the vicinity of fuel.
Always stop the engine and let it cool for
a few minutes before refuelling. The
engine should be switched off, and the
stop switch in STOP position.
When refuelling, open the fuel cap slowly
so that any excess pressure is released
gently.
Clean the area around the fuel cap.
Tighten the fuel cap carefully after
refuelling.
If the cap is not properly tightened the
cap might vibrate lose and fuel may
escape from the fuel tank creating a fire
hazard.
Move the machine at least 3 m from the
refuelling point before starting it.
