KYMCO Mongoose 250, Owner'S Manual

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WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Improper handling of gasoline.
Gasoline can catch fire and you could be
burned.
Always turn off the engine when refueling.
Do not refuel right after the engine has been
running and is still very hot.
Do not spill gasoline on the engine or exhaust
pipe/muffler when refueling.
Never refuel while smoking, or while in the
vicinity of sparks, open flames, or other
sources of ignition such as the pilot lights of
water heaters and clothes dryers.
When transporting the machine in another
vehicle, be sure it is kept upright and that the
fuel valve is in the "OFF" position.
Otherwise, fuel may leak out of the carburetor
or fuel tank.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Gasoline is poisonous and can cause injuries.
If you should swallow some gasoline or inhale
a lot of gasoline vapor, or get some gasoline in
your eyes, see your doctor immediately.
If gasoline spills on your skin, wash with soap
and water. If gasoline spills on your clothing,
change your clothes.
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