General Information; General Safety; Carbon Monoxide; Used Engine Oil - Honda TRX400EX FOURTRAX 1999 Service Manual

GENERAL SAFETY

SERVICE RULES
MODEL IDENTIFICATION
SPECIFICATIONS
TORQUE VALUES
TOOLS
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GENERAL SAFETY

CARBON MONOXIDE

If
the engine must be running to do some work, make
sure the area is well ventilated. Never run the engine in
an enclosed area.
The exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas
that may cause loss of consciousness and may lead t o
death.
Run the engine in an open area or with an exhaust evac-
uation system in an enclosed area.
GASOLINE
Work in a well ventilated area. Keep cigarettes, flames
or sparks away from the work area or where gasoline is
stored.
Gasoline is extremely flammable and is explosive under
certain conditions. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
HOT COMPONENTS
Engine and exhaust system park become very hot and
remain hot for some time after the engine is run. Wear
insulated gloves or wait until the engine and exhaust
system have cooled before handling these parts.

GENERAL INFORMATION

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1-1 LUBRICATION & SEAL POINTS
1-2 CABLE & HARNESS ROUTING
1-3 EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS
1-4 EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION
LABEL
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USED ENGINE OIL

Used engine oil may cause skin cancer if repeatedly
in contact with the skin for prolonged periods. Although
this is unlikely unless you handle used oil
basis, it is still advisable to thoroughly wash your hands
with soap and water as soon as possible after handling
used oil. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
BRAKE DUST
Never use an air hose or dry brush to clean brake
assemblies. Use an OSHA-approved vacuum cleaner or
alternate method approved by OSHA, designed to mini-
mize the hazard caused by air borne asbestos fibers.
Inhaled asbestos fibers have been found t o cause respi-
ratorv disease and cancer.
BRAKE FLUID
CAUTION:
Spilling fluid on painted, plastic or rubber parts will
damage them. Place a clean shop towel over these
parts whenever the system is serviced. KEEP OUT OF
REACH OF CHILDREN.
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