Hazardous Materials; Shop Environment; Workmanship Standards - TOHATSU NB-1000 Service Manual

Hazardous Materials

• Gasoline vapors are highly flammable and can cause an
explosion. Never smoke or allow sparks or flames nearby when
handling fuel Always store gasoline in a shaded, well ventilated
area in an approved safety container.
• Ventilate gasoline fumes as soon as detected. Be aware that
appliance pilot lights, such as those in furnaces and water
heaters, can ignite gasoline vapors and cause explosion.
• Never use gasoline as a cleaner, and always clean up fuel spills
immediately and properly dispose of rags in an approved safety
container.
• Read and follow the safety labels on products used around the
shop. Adhesives, lubricants, solvents, and fuel additives are
usually poisonous and flammable. Store and dispose of these
products properly.

Shop Environment

• Make sure the shop and your work area are properly ventilated.
• Shops must be equipped with the proper tools and safety
equipment such as fire extinguisher, eye flushing device, and first
aid kit.
• Keep the shop clean and free of clutter. Clean up spills on the
floor as soon as possible to prevent someone from slipping.

WORKMANSHIP STANDARDS

1. Avoid damage to the mating surfaces of crankcase and cylinder
assembly. Do not use a sharp metal scraper to clean these areas.
2. Replace gaskets, O-rings, seals, cotter pins, lock nuts, and spring
pins when removed during repair operations.
3. Use only genuine factory replacement parts and accessories.
4. Use recommended special tools when specific repairs require
them.
5. Calibrate measurement tools and test equipment on a regular
basis.
6. Clean aIl metal parts with solvent before inspection and assembly
operations.
7. Use penetrating solvents when necessary to remove rusted or seized
hardware.
1-/ 2-Cylinder
SERVICE SAFETY
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KC-0135
KC-5001
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