Pump Safety - Honda WT20X Owner's Manual

1. PUMP SAFETY
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Honda pumps are designed to give safe and dependable service iffy
operated according to instructio&. Read and un&&nd this Owner's ~~~~~~
Manual before operating the pump. Failure to do so could result in per- ~
sonal injury or equipment damage.
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For safety, never pump flammable or corrosive liquids such as gasoline ~~
or acid. Also, to avoid pump corrosion, never pump sea water, chemical ~~
solutions, or caustic liquids such as used oil, wine, or milk.
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Place the pump on a firm, level surface. If the pump is tilted or overturn- ~~~~
ed, fuel spillage may result.
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To prevent fire hazards and to provide adequate ventilation, keep the ~~~
pump at least 1 meter (3 feet) away from building walls and other equip- ~
ment during operation. Do not place flammable objects close to theism
pump.
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Children and pets must be kept away from the area of operation due to a ~
possibility of burns from the hot engine components.
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Know how to stop the pump quickly, and understand the operation of all ~~
controls. Never permit anyone to operate the pump without proper ~~
instructions.
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Gasoline is extremely flammable and is explosive under certain ~~~
conditions.
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- Refuel in a well-ven$lated area with the engine stopped. Do not ~~.
smoke or allow flames or sparks in the refueling area or where ~~~~~
gasoline is stored.
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- Do not overfill the fuel tank. After refueling, make sure the tank cap is ~~,
closed properly and securely.
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Be careful not to spill fuel when refueling. Spilled fuel or fuel vapor may mj
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ignite. If any fuel is spilled, make sure the area is dry before starting the ~~~
engine.
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Never run the engine in an enclosed or confined area. Exhaust contains ~~~~
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poisonous carbon monoxide gas; exposure can cause loss of con- ~~~
sciousness and may lead to death.
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The muffler becomes very hot during operation and remains hot for a ~~~~
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while after stopping the engine. Be careful not to touch the muffler while $$$$
it is hot. Let the engine cooI before storing the pump indoors. Children ~~~~~
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and pets must be kept away from the area of operation due to a ~~~~
possibility of burns from hot engine components.
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