Exmark STARIS E Series Operator's Manual page 17

DANGER
In certain conditions gasoline is extremely
flammable and vapors are explosive.
A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you,
others, and cause property damage.
• Fill the fuel tank outdoors on level ground, in
an open area, when the engine is cold. Wipe
up any gasoline that spills.
• Never refill the fuel tank or drain the machine
indoors or inside an enclosed trailer.
• Do Not fill the fuel tank completely full. Fill
the fuel tank to the bottom of the filler neck.
The empty space in the tank allows gasoline
to expand. Overfilling may result in fuel
leakage or damage to the engine or emission
system.
• Never smoke when handling gasoline, and
stay away from an open flame or where
gasoline fumes may be ignited by spark.
• Store gasoline in an approved container and
keep it out of the reach of children.
• Add fuel before starting the engine. Never
remove the cap of the fuel tank or add fuel
when engine is running or when the engine
is hot.
• If fuel is spilled, Do Not attempt to start the
engine. Move away from the area of the spill
and avoid creating any source of ignition until
fuel vapors have dissipated.
• Do Not operate without entire exhaust system
in place and in proper working condition.
DANGER
In certain conditions during fueling, static
electricity can be released causing a spark which
can ignite gasoline vapors. A fire or explosion
from gasoline can burn you and others and cause
property damage.
• Always place gasoline containers on the
ground away from your vehicle before filling.
• Do Not fill gasoline containers inside a
vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed because
interior carpets or plastic truck bed liners
may insulate the container and slow the loss
of any static charge.
• When practical, remove gas-powered
equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel
the equipment with its wheels on the ground.
• If this is not possible, then refuel such
equipment on a truck or trailer from a
portable container, rather than from a
gasoline dispenser nozzle.
• If a gasoline dispenser nozzle must be used,
keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the
fuel tank or container opening at all times
until fueling is complete. Do Not use a nozzle
lock open device.
WARNING
Gasoline is harmful or fatal if swallowed.
Long-term exposure to vapors has caused cancer
in laboratory animals. Failure to use caution may
cause serious injury or illness.
• Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors.
• Keep face away from nozzle and gas
tank/container opening.
• Keep away from eyes and skin.
• Never siphon by mouth.
To help prevent fires:
• Keep engine and engine area free from
accumulation of grass, leaves, excessive grease
or oil, and other debris which can accumulate in
these areas.
• Clean up oil and fuel spills and remove fuel
soaked debris.
• Allow the machine to cool before storing the
machine in any enclosure. Do Not store near
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Operation