General Safety - Sym MAXSYM 400i Service Manual

1. General Information

General Safety

Carbon Monoxide
Before you start the engine, make sure the place
is well ventilated. Never start the engine in an
unventilated place. If you have to start the engine
in an unventilated place, an exhaust fume
extractor is needed.
Caution
Exhaust fume contains toxic gas which may
cause one to lose consciousness and even result
in loss of life.
Gasoline
Gasoline is a low ignition point and explosive
material. Work in a well-ventilated place, no flame
or spark should be allowed in the work place or
where gasoline is being stored.
Caution
Gasoline is highly flammable, and may explode
under some conditions, keep it away from the
children.
Used Engine Oil
Caution
Prolonged contact with the used engine oil (or
transmission oil) may cause skin cancer although
it might not be verified yet. We recommend that
you wash your hands with soap right after
contacting. Keep the used oil beyond reach of the
children.
Hot Components
Caution
Components of the engine and exhaust system
can be extremely hot after engine running. They
remain very hot even after the engine has been
stopped for a period of time. Before performing
service work on these parts, wear the heat
insulation gloves or wait until the temperature
drops.
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Battery
Caution
‧ Battery emits explosive gases; flame is strictly
prohibited. Keep the place well ventilated
when the battery is being charged.
‧ Battery contains sulfuric acid (electrolyte)
which can cause serious burns, be careful not
to spill it on your skin or eyes. If you get
battery fluid on your skin, flush it off with water
immediately. If you get battery fluid in your
eyes, flush it off immediately with water and
go to hospital to see an ophthalmologist
doctor.
If you swallow the battery fluid by mistake,
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drink a lot of water or milk, and take some
laxative such as Epsom salts or vegetable oil
and then go to see a doctor.
‧ Keep the battery and battery fluid beyond
reach of the children.
Brake Shoes
Do not use compressed air or brush to clean the
components of the brake system. Use a vacuum
cleaner or the equivalent to avoid dust drifting in
the air.
Caution
Inhaling brake shoes dust may cause disease or
even cancer of the respiratory system.
Brake Fluid
Caution
Brake fluid spilled on painted, plastic, or rubber
parts may cause damage to the parts. Place a
clean towel on the top of the parts for protection
when servicing the brake system. Keep the brake
fluid beyond reach of the children.