Honda HRC215 Owner's Manual page 8

1. SAFETY
Fire and Bum Hazards
Gasoline is extremely flammable, and gasoline vapor can explode. Use
extreme care when handling gasoline. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF
CHILDREN.
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Refuel in
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well-ventilated area with the engine stopped. Keep flames and
sparks away, and do not smoke in the area.
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Refuel carefully to avoid spilling fuel. Avoid overfilling the fuel tank (there
should be no fuel in the filler neck). After refueling, tighten the filler cap
securely. If any fuel is spilled, make sure the area is dry before starting the
engine
. After use, turn the fuel valve OFF, and store the mower on a level surface.
Be sure the storage area is well-ventilated, and away from appliances, such
as water heaters and clothes dryers.
Dry grass and leaves are flammable
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Always empty the grass bag when you've finished mowing, even if it's not
full. Stored lawn clippings are a fire hazard.
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Honda HRC215 mowers are not factory-equipped with spark arresters. It
is illegal in some areas to operate an engine without a USDA qualified spark
arrester. Check local laws and regulations. An optional spark arrester is
available from authorized Honda lawn mower dealers.
The engine and exhaust system become very hot during operation and
remain hot for a while after stopping. Contact with hot engine
components can cause burns and may ignite some materials.
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Avoid touching a hot engine or exhaust system.
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Allow the engine to cool before performing maintenance, transporting the
mower, or storing the mower indoors.
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Hazard
Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide, a colorless and odorless
gas. Breathing exhaust can cause loss of consciousness and may lead to
death.
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If you run the engine in an area that is confined, or even partially enclosed,
the air can become contaminated with a dangerous amount of exhaust gas.
To keep exhaust gas from building up, provide adequate ventilation.
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