Pre-Start; Fuel Safety - Toro 74682 Operator's Manual

Pre-Start

Fill fuel tank on level ground. See Fuel
Recommendations in the Specifications section for
additional gasoline information.
Do Not add oil to gasoline.
Do Not overfill fuel tank. 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.
Make sure you understand the controls, their locations,
their functions, and their safety requirements.
Refer to the Maintenance section and perform all the
necessary inspection and maintenance steps.

Fuel Safety

Use extreme care when handling fuel.
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.
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