Hyundai HYB33, User Manual

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1.3. Carbon monoxide.
1.3.1. Carbon monoxide is a colourless and odourless gas. Inhaling this gas can
cause death as well as serious long term health problems such as brain damage.
1.3.2. The symptoms of Carbon monoxide poisoning can include but not limited to the following;
1.3.2.1. Headaches, dizziness, nausea, breathlessness, collapsing or loss of consciousness.
1.3.2.2. Carbon monoxide symptoms are similar to flu, food poisoning, viral infections and
simply tiredness. It is quite common for people to mistake this very dangerous poisoning
for something else.
1.3.3. To avoid Carbon monoxide poisoning DO NOT Use Petrol/Diesel powered equipment inside
a home, garage, tent, camper van, mobile home, caravan or boat. The list is not exhaustive if
you are in any doubt contact your dealer.
1.3.4. If you think you or someone around you has been affected by carbon monoxide poisoning;
1.3.4.1. Get fresh air immediately, by opening doors and windows, turning off the machine
and leaving the affected area.
1.3.4.2. See your doctor immediately or go to hospital - let them know that you suspect
carbon monoxide poisoning.
1.3.5. DO NOT use in an enclosed area or a moving vehicle.
1.4. General fuel safety.
1.4.1. Fuel Safety additional information can be obtained from the Health and Safety Executive.
1.4.2. All fuels are flammable.
1.4.3. Keep away from all ignition sources i.e. heaters, lamps, sparks from grinding or welding.
1.4.4. Hot work on tanks that have contained fuel is extremely dangerous and should not be
carried out.
1.4.5. Keep work area clean and tidy.
1.4.6. Clean up all spills promptly using correct methods i.e. absorbent granules and a lidded bin.
1.4.7. Dispose of waste fuels correctly.
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