Exmark Viking Hydro VH15KA362 Operator's Manual page 7

1.3.3 While mowing, always wear substantial footwear and long trousers. Do not
operate equipment when barefoot or when wearing open sandals.
1.3.4 Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all
stones, sticks, wires, bones, and other foreign objects which may damage the
equipment or cause personal injury to the operator or bystanders.
POTENTIAL HAZARD
♦ Engine exhaust contains carbon
monoxide, which is an odorless deadly
poison.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
♦ Carbon monoxide can kill you.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
♦ Do not run engine indoors or in a small
confined area where dangerous carbon
monoxide fumes can collect.
POTENTIAL HAZARD
♦ In certain conditions gasoline is extremely
flammable and highly explosive.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
♦ A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn
you, others, and cause property damage.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
♦ DO NOT smoke while refueling, and stay
♦ Refuel only outdoors.
♦ Store gasoline in an approved container
♦ Add fuel before starting the engine.
♦ Never fill the fuel tank so that the gasoline
♦ If fuel is spilled, DO NOT attempt to start
♦ Do not operate without entire exhaust
system in place and in proper working
condition.
WARNING
DANGER
away from an open flame or where
gasoline fumes may be ignited by spark.
and keep it out of the reach of children.
Never remove the cap of the fuel tank or
add fuel when engine is running or when
the engine is hot.
level rises above a level that is 1/2" below
the bottom of the filler neck to allow for
gasoline expansion and prevent fuel
spillage.
the engine. Move away from the area of
the spill and avoid creating any source of
ignition until fuel vapors have dissipated.
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