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Refuel
7.7 Refuel
To perform a safe refuelling operation, it is essential to comply with all safe-
ty measures.
Always use freshly filled fuel during performance checks to avoid loss of
performance.
WARNING!
Fire and explosion risk from flammable fuel!
When working on fuel systems the fuel may ignite and cause life-
threatening injuries.
Smoking, naked lights and fire are prohibited in the immediate vicinity
of the portable pump.
Keep fuel away from naked flame.
When handling fuel, have an operational, suitable fire extinguisher (fire
classes A and B) ready. Minimum size of the fire extinguisher 5 kg (11
lbs).
Use a suitable container to collect the fuel.
Immediately remove leaked fuel and clean affected areas.
Spilled or overflowing fuel can cause a dangerous explosive
atmosphere in the surrounding area and above the affected area.
If there is leak in the fuel line, do not start the engine.
When (re)fuelling with the fuel canister always use the filler neck.
Securely lock the filler neck on the fuel canister.
If there is damage in the area of the fuel tank, the refuelling set, the
cover and the air cooler (fan), refuelling during operation is prohibited.
CAUTION!
Environmental and health hazard due to fuels!
Fuels can permanently pollute water bodies and endanger living organisms
and plants of all kinds.
Avoid skin contact with fuel.
Do not inhale fuel fumes.
Avoid soil contact with fuels.
Collect leaked or spilled fuel with a suitable binding agent and dispose
of it in an environmentally friendly manner.
Observe the local disposal regulations.
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