Safety Precautions When Working On The Fuel Supply System; Cleanliness Rules - Skoda FABIA 2000 Workshop Manual

FABIA 2000 1.0/37; 1.4/44; 1.4/50 Engine, Mechanical Components
Safety precautions when working on the
fuel supply system
Caution!
The fuel feed line is pressurized! Place cleaning
cloths around the connection point before detach-
ing hose connections. Reduce pressure by careful-
ly removing the hose.
Pay attention to the following points when removing and
installing the fuel gauge sender or the fuel pump (fuel de-
livery unit) on a fuel tank that is filled or partially filled:
♦ The extraction hose of an exhaust extraction system
which is switched on, must be positioned close to the
assembly opening of the fuel tank in order to extract
the released fuel gases, even before the work is com-
menced. If no exhaust extraction system is available,
a radial fan (motor not in air flow of fan) with a delivery
volume of more than 15 m
♦ Avoid skin contact with fuel! Wear fuel-resistant
gloves!

Cleanliness rules

Carefully observe the following „5 rules" for cleanliness
when working on the fuel supply/injection system:
♦ Thoroughly clean the connection points and their sur-
roundings before releasing.
♦
Place removed parts on a clean surface and cover. Do
not use fuzzy cloths!
♦ Carefully cover or close opened components if the re-
pair is not completed immediately.
♦ Only install clean parts: Remove spare parts from
their wrapping immediately before fitting. Do not use
parts which have been stored unwrapped (e.g. in tool
boxes and the like).
♦ When the system is open: Avoid using compressed
air. Avoid moving the vehicle.
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