Petrol (gasoline) is highly flammable and can be explosive under certain conditions.
When opening the fuel tank cap always observe all the following items:
Turn the motorcycle ignition switch OFF.
Do not smoke.
Always have a suitable fire extinguisher close at hand when handling or draining fuel
or fuel systems. Fire extinguishers must also be present in areas where fuel is stored.
Always disconnect the vehicle battery, negative (black) lead first, before carrying out,
dismantling or draining work on a fuel system.
Whenever petrol (gasoline) is being handled, drained, stored or when fuel systems are
being dismantled, make sure the area is well ventilated. All potential forms of ignition
must be extinguished or removed (this includes any appliance with a pilot light). Any
lead- lamps must be flame-proof and kept clear of any fuel spillage.
Warning notices must be posted at a safe distance from the site of the work to warn
others that petrol (gasoline) is being openly handled. The notice must instruct the
reader of the precautions which must be taken.
Failure to observe any of the above warnings may lead to a fire hazard which could
result in personal injury.
No one should be permitted to repair components associated with petrol (gasoline)
without first having specialist training on the fire hazards which may be created by
incorrect installation and repair of items associated with petrol (gasoline).
Repairs carried out by untrained personnel could bring about a safety hazard leading
to a risk of personal injury.
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