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OPERATOR SAFETY
Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
All engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a deadly gas. Breathing carbon monoxide can cause
headaches, dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, confusion and eventually death.
Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless, tasteless gas that may be present even if you do not see or smell
any engine exhaust. Deadly levels of carbon monoxide can collect rapidly, and you can quickly be overcome
and unable to save yourself. Also, deadly levels of carbon monoxide can linger for hours or days in enclosed
or poorly ventilated areas.
To prevent serious injury or death from carbon monoxide:
• Never run the vehicle in poorly ventilated or partially enclosed areas.
• Never run the vehicle outdoor where engine exhaust can be drawn into a building through openings
such as windows and doors.
Avoid Gasoline Fires and Other Hazards
Gasoline is extremely ammable and highly explosive. Fuel vapors can spread and be ignited by a spark or
ame many feet away from the engine. To reduce the risk of re or explosion, follow these instructions:
• Strictly adhere to proper fueling procedures
• Use only an approved gasoline container to store fuel.
• Never fill the gasoline container in the vehicle cargo box or on the vehicle. An electrical static
discharge may ignite the fuel.
• Never start or operate the engine if the fuel cap is not properly installed. Gasoline is poisonous and
can cause injury or death.
• Never siphon gasoline by mouth.
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