Fuel Handling Precautions - MG MG6 Series 2011 Service Manual

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when hot; ensure this movement is taken into account when
routing and securing hoses.
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Fuel Handling Precautions

General
Fuel vapour is highly flammable and in confined spaces is
also explosive and toxic.
and will always fall to the lowest level. The vapour can be
easily distributed throughout a workshop by air currents;
consequently, even a small spillage of fuel is potentially very
dangerous.
The following information provides basic precautions which
must be observed if fuel is to be handled safely.
outlines other areas of risk which must not be ignored. This
information is issued for basic guidance only, if in doubt consult
your local Fire Officer.
Always have a fire extinguisher containing FOAM, CO2, GAS
or POWDER close at hand when handling or draining fuel or
when dismantling fuel systems. Fire extinguishers should also
be located in areas where fuel containers are stored.
Always disconnect the vehicle battery before carrying out
dismantling or draining work on a fuel system.
Whenever fuel is being handled, drained or stored, or when
fuel systems are being dismantled, all forms of ignition must be
extinguished or removed; any lead lamps must be flameproof
and kept clear of spillage.
Warning: No one should be permitted to repair
components associated with fuel without first having
specialist training.
Warning: Do not remove fuel system components while
the vehicle is over a pit.
Fuel Tank Draining
Fuel tank draining should be carried out in accordance with
the procedure outlined in the FUEL DELIVERY section of this
manual and observing the following precautions
Warning: Do not remove fuel system components while
the vehicle is over a pit. Extraction or draining of fuel
must be carried out in a well ventilated area.
The capacity of containers must be more than adequate for
the amount of fuel to be extracted or drained. The container
should be clearly marked with its contents and placed in a safe
storage area which meets the requirements of local authority
regulations.
Fuel Tank Removal
When the fuel line is secured to the fuel tank outlet by a
spring steel clip, the clip must be released before the fuel line
is disconnected or the fuel tank is removed. This procedure
will avoid the possibility of fumes in the fuel tank being ignited
when the clip is released.
The vapour is heavier than air
It also
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