Operation; Fuel Safety - Polaris 2004 SPORTSMAN Owner's Manual

OPERATION

Fuel Safety

Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive under certain
conditions.
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Always exercise extreme caution whenever handling gasoline.
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Always refuel with the engine stopped, and outdoors or in a
well ventilated area.
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Do not smoke or allow open flames or sparks in or near the
area where refueling is performed or where gasoline is stored.
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Do not overfill the tank. Do not fill the tank neck.
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If gasoline spills on your skin or clothing, immediately wash it
off with soap and water and change clothing.
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Never start the engine or let it run in an enclosed area. Engine
exhaust fumes are poisonous and can cause loss of con-
sciousness or death in a short time.
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Turn the fuel valve off whenever the ATV is stored or parked.
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known
to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Operate this vehicle only outdoors or in well-ventilated areas.
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