Fuel System; Fuel Safety Reminders - Volvo VHD 2001 Operator's Manual

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Fuel System

Fuel Safety Reminders

A diesel engine will operate on any fuel
which enters the cylinder, whether it is
from the injectors or from the air intake
system. Therefore, if any solvent is used
to flush out the air cleaner element, the
engine may overspeed during startup.
Engine damage, severe injury and/or
death from burns or explosion may oc-
cur.
Do not mix gasoline or alcohol with
diesel oil fuel. This mixture can cause
an explosion and result in severe per-
sonal injury or death.
WARNING
If a fuel leak is detected, stop the engine
immediately. The vapors from hot fuel
are highly flammable which may result
in a fire.
Do not remove the fuel tank cap near an
open flame. Diesel fumes are com-
bustible and can cause an explosion of
fire resulting in severe personal injury or
death.
WARNING
Do not store fuel containers in the vehi-
cle. They may leak, explode and cause
or feed a fire. Empty or full, they
present a hazard that may lead to burns
in the event of a fire.
WARNING
To prevent buildup of potentially volatile
vapors from hot fuel, keep the engine
area well ventilated during operation.