Battery - Pioneer 1200 Maintenance Service Manual

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
Fueling Instructions, Continued:
NOTE: Whenever possible, avoid using oxygenated fuels and fuels that are blended with alcohol. Vehicles
to be stored for extended periods should be prepared for storage as instructed in Section 3 of this
manual.
1. Fill the fuel tank with fresh, unleaded gasoline only (Figure 10-11, Page 10-8 or Figure 10-12,
Page 10-8). See preceeding DANGER, CAUTION and NOTE.
2. Replace fuel cap on tank and make sure cap is tightened securely. See following WARNING.
∆
WARNING
• Make sure seat hinges and latch are securely engaged before operating vehicle.
TO CARBURETOR
VENT TUBE
Figure 10-11 Pioneer 1200 Fuel Tank

BATTERY

See General Warning, Section 1, Page 1-1.
∆
DANGER
• Battery – Explosive gases! Do not smoke. Keep sparks and flames away from the vehicle and
service area. Ventilate when charging or operating vehicle in an enclosed area. Wear a full face
shield and rubber gloves when working on or near batteries.
• Tools, wires, and metal objects can cause sparks when shorted across a battery.
• Follow all instructions carefully when working with batteries.
• Charge battery in a well-ventilated area only.
• Battery – Poison! Contains acid! Causes severe burns. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, or
clothing. Antidotes:
- External: Flush with water. Call a physician immediately.
- Internal: Drink large quantities of milk or water followed with milk of magnesia or vegetable
oil. Call a physician immediately.
- Eyes: Flush with water for 15 minutes. Call a physician immediately.
∆
WARNING
• Do not jump-start a dead battery using another battery and jumper cables.
Page 10-8 2003 Pioneer 1200/1200SE Gasoline Vehicle Maintenance and Service Manual
FUEL
SHUT-OFF
VENT VALVE
FUEL
TANK
FUEL
TANK
VENT
TUBE
Figure 10-12 Pioneer 1200SE Fuel Tank
VENT
FUEL SHUT-OFF VALVE
FUEL PUMP
(under rear
seat)
A
FUEL FILTER
(under rear seat)
A
Battery