Fuel And Refuelling; Safety Precautions - Ford B-Max Owner's Manual

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNINGS
Do not overfill the fuel tank. The
pressure in an overfilled tank may
cause leakage and lead to fuel spray
and fire.
The fuel system may be under
pressure. If you hear a hissing sound
near the fuel filler door (Easy Fuel
capless fuel system), do not refuel until
the sound stops. Otherwise, fuel may spray
out, which could cause serious personal
injury.
Automotive fuels can cause serious
injury or death if misused or
mishandled.
The flow of fuel through a fuel pump
nozzle can produce static electricity,
which can cause a fire if fuel is
pumped into an ungrounded fuel container.
Fuel ethanol and petrol may contain
benzene, which is a cancer-causing
agent.
When refuelling always shut the
engine off and never allow sparks or
open flames near the filler neck.
Never smoke while refuelling. Fuel vapour
is extremely hazardous under certain
conditions. Care should be taken to avoid
inhaling excess fumes.
Observe the following guidelines when
handling automotive fuel:
• Extinguish all smoking materials and
any open flames before refuelling your
vehicle.
• Always turn off the vehicle before
refuelling.

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Automotive fuels can be harmful or
fatal if swallowed. Fuel such as petrol
is highly toxic and if swallowed can
cause death or permanent injury. If fuel
is swallowed, call a doctor
immediately, even if no symptoms are
immediately apparent. The toxic
effects of fuel may not be visible for
hours.
Avoid inhaling fuel vapours. Inhaling
too much fuel vapour of any kind can
lead to eye and respiratory tract
irritation. In severe cases, excessive or
prolonged breathing of fuel vapour can
cause serious illness and permanent
injury.
Avoid getting fuel liquid in your eyes. If
fuel is splashed in the eyes, remove
contact lenses (if worn), flush with
water for 15 minutes and seek medical
attention. Failure to seek proper
medical attention could lead to
permanent injury.
Fuels can also be harmful if absorbed
through the skin. If fuel is splashed on
the skin, clothing or both, promptly
remove contaminated clothing and
wash skin thoroughly with soap and
water. Repeated or prolonged skin
contact with fuel liquid or vapour
causes skin irritation.
Be particularly careful if you are taking
"Antabuse" or other forms of disulfiram
for the treatment of alcoholism.
Breathing petrol vapours, or skin
contact could cause an adverse
reaction. In sensitive individuals, serious
personal injury or sickness may result.
If fuel is splashed on the skin, promptly
wash skin thoroughly with soap and
water. Consult a doctor immediately if
you experience an adverse reaction.