Safe Handling Of Gasoline - Husqvarna Z400 Series Service Manual

WARNING
!
When using the machine, approved personal
protective equipment must be used. Personal
protective equipment (PPE) cannot remove the
risk of injury but it will reduce the degree of
injury if an accident does occur. Speak to your
retailer for aid in choosing the right equipment.
• Wear correct personal protective equipment (PPE)
while operating this machine, including (at a
minimum) sturdy footwear, eye protection, and
hearing protection. Do not mow in shorts and/or
footwear with open toes.
• Data shows that operators age 60 years and above
are involved in a large percentage of riding
mower-related injuries. These operators must
evaluate if they can safely operate the riding mower
sufficiently to protect themselves and others from
serious injury.
• Obey the manufacturer's recommendation for wheel
weights or counterweights.
• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris
buildup which can touch hot exhaust or engine parts
and burn. Do not let the mower deck plow leaves or
other debris that can cause a buildup to occur. Clean
oil or fuel spillage before operating or storing the
machine.
• Let machine cool before storage.

Safe Handling of Gasoline

To avoid personal injury or damage to property, use care
in handling gasoline. Gasoline is very flammable and the
vapors are explosive.
WARNING
!
The engine and exhaust system become very
hot during operation. There is a risk for burns if
touched. Let engine and exhaust system cool
before refueling.
Z400 Series
• Do not fuel the machine indoors.
• Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other
sources of ignition.
• Use only approved gasoline containers.
• Do not remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine
running. Let engine cool before refueling.
• Do not keep the machine or fuel container where
there is an open flame, spark, or pilot light such as on
a water heater or other appliance.
• Before refueling, keep the risk of static electricity to a
minimum by touching a metal surface.
• Do not fill containers in a vehicle or on a truck or
trailer bed with plastic liner. Always put containers on
the ground away from the vehicle when filling.
• Do not put too much fuel in the tank. Replace gas
cap and tighten securely.
• Remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or
trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not
possible, refuel such equipment with a portable
container, rather than from a gasoline dispenser
nozzle.
• Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel
tank or container opening at all times until fueling is
complete. Do not use a nozzle with a lock-open
device.
• If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing
immediately.
• Do not start the engine near spilled fuel.
• Do not use gasoline as a cleaning agent.
• If leaks occur in fuel system, the engine must not be
started until problem has been resolved.
• Check the fuel level before each use. Leave space
for the fuel to expand because the heat from the
engine and the sun can otherwise cause the fuel to
expand and overflow.
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