Mercedes-Benz Conecto, Manual

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Operation
Refuelling (diesel fuel)
Refuelling (diesel fuel)
Only use diesel fuels that comply with
EN 590 (see Specifications for Service
Products). Use winter-grade diesel fuel
in the cold season (down to approxim-
ately -20 °C). If outside temperatures
fall even further, the flow properties of
the diesel fuel could deteriorate to an
unusable level due to paraffin separa-
tion. As a preventive measure in this
situation, it is permissible to add a spe-
cific amount of kerosene or an approved
flow improver proportionate to the out-
side temperature. Engine output may
be degraded in line with the amount of
additive. The amount of additive should
therefore be kept as low as possible un-
der consideration of prevailing outside
temperatures. (Maximum kerosene ad-
ditive 50 %). The addition of kerosene
reduces the flash point of the diesel fuel.
This therefore increases the dangers in-
volved when working with this fuel mix-
ture. Comply with the relevant safety
regulations.
Switch off the engine and auxiliary heat-
ing before refuelling. Turn the ignition
switch back to position 0. Park the bus
on a level surface.
Cleanliness is of utmost importance
when refuelling. Do not leave cotton
rags or cloths in the vicinity of the open
filler neck.
Close the fuel tank properly once filling
is complete.
Danger.
Risk of injury and explosion. Fuel is
highly flammable. Fire, naked flames and
smoking are therefore prohibited when
fuel is being handled.
Danger.
Switch off the auxiliary heating before
refuelling to prevent fuel vapour from ig-
niting on the auxiliary heating's exhaust
system.
Danger.
Fuel is toxic and constitutes a health haz-
ard. For this reason, make sure that the
fuel does not come into contact with skin,
eyes or clothing, that you do not inhale
fuel vapours and that children are kept
away from the fuel.
Danger.
If you or others have come into contact
with fuel: in case of contact with the
eyes, rinse them immediately and copi-
ously with clean water and seek medical
attention. Clean affected areas of skin
immediately with soap and water. Imme-
diately change out of clothing that has
come into contact with fuel. If fuel has
been swallowed, seek immediate medical
attention.
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