Suzuki DF 25, Service Manual, Page: 47 / 148

4-2 FUEL SYSTEM
PRECAUTION ON FUEL SYSTEM SERVICE
GENERAL PRECAUTION
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FUEL LINE
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
Pay special attention to the following steps when removing or
installing the fuel hoses.
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NOTE:
* Check the fuel hose routing. (See page 9-2.)
* Check for fuel leakage.
Gasoline is extremely flammable and toxic. Always
observe the following precautions when working
around gasoline or servicing the fuel system.
• Keep the working area well ventilated and away from
open flame (such as gas heater) or sparks.
• Do not smoke or allow anyone else to smoke near
the working areas.
Post a “NO SMOKING” sign.
• Keep a fully charged CO
2
fire extinguisher and
readily available for use.
• To avoid potential fire hazards, do not allow fuel to
spill on hot engine parts or on operating electrical
components.
• Wipe up fuel spills immediately.
• Do not over bend (kink) or twist the hoses when
installing.
• When installing the hose clamps (clips), position the
tabs in order to avoid contact with other parts.
• Be sure that the hoses do not contact the rods,
levers or other components with the engine either
operating or at rest.
• Use extreme care in order not to cut, abrade or
cause any other damage to the hoses.
• Use care in order not to excessively compress
hoses when tightening clamps.