Fuels And Refuelling - Westfalia GM BFS 2T–26 Original Instructions Manual

Fuels and Refuelling

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Do not smoke and avoid open flames while refuelling
the tank.
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Stop the engine before refuelling the tank.
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Let the machine cool down before refuelling again.
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Fuels can contain substances similar to solvents.
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Eyes and skin should not come in contact with fuels. Always wear
protective gloves when refuelling. Mineral oil products degrease
your skin, if your skin comes in contact with these substances
repeatedly and for an extended period of time. Various skin diseas-
es and allergic reactions may result.
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Eyes can be irritated by contact with oil. If oil comes into your eyes,
immediately wash them with clear water.
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If your eyes are still irritated, see a doctor immediately!
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Do not breathe in fuel vapours. Inhalation of fuel vapours can be
hazardous to your health.
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Do not spill fuels. When you have spilt fuel or oil, immediately clean
the tank.
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If your clothes have come in contact with fuel, change them at
once.
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To protect the environment, make sure that no fuel get into the soil.
Use an appropriate and absorbent base.
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Refuelling is not allowed in closed rooms. Fuel vapours will
accumulate near the ground, there is a risk of explosion.
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Start the engine at least 3 m from the place of refuelling.
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Use only approved and marked containers for the transport and
storage of fuel. Keep the containers out of reach of children. Store
the containers in a dry and cool location.
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Fuels cannot be stored for an unlimited period of time. Mix as much
as you intend to consume in the near future.
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Fuel and fuel mixtures age through evaporation, especially at high
temperatures. Aged fuel and fuel mixtures can cause starting
problems and damage the engine. Purchase only that amount of
fuel, which will be consumed over the next few months. At high
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