Ventrac 4500P - Fuel Safety and Handling

SAFETY
Safety - 13
General Safety Procedures
for Ventrac Power Units, Attachments, & Accessories
• Keep all bolts, nuts, screws, and other fasteners properly tightened.
• Always lower the attachment to the ground, engage the parking brake, shut o the engine, and remove the
ignition key. Make sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop before cleaning, inspecting, adjust-
ing, or repairing.
• If the power unit, attachment, or accessory requires repairs or adjustments not instructed in the operator’s
manual, the power unit, attachment, or accessory must be taken to an authorized Ventrac dealer for service.
• Never perform maintenance on the power unit and/or attachment if someone is in the operator’s station.
• Always use protective glasses when handling the battery.
• Check the fuel lines for tightness and wear on a regular basis. Tighten or repair them as needed.
• To reduce the hazard of re, keep the battery compartment, engine, and muer areas free of grass, leaves,
and excess grease.
• Do not touch the engine, the muer, or other exhaust components while the engine is running or immedi-
ately after stopping the engine. These areas may be hot enough to cause a burn.
• Allow the engine to cool before storing and do not store near an open ame.
• Do not change the engine governor settings or over-speed the engine. Operating engine at excessive
speeds may increase the hazard of personal injury.
• Springs may contain stored energy. Use caution when disengaging or removing springs and/or spring
loaded components.
• An obstruction or blockage in a drive system or moving/rotating parts may cause a buildup of stored en-
ergy. When the obstruction or blockage is removed, the drive system or moving/rotating parts may move
suddenly. Do not attempt to remove an obstruction or blockage with your hands. Keep your hands, feet,
and clothing away from all power-driven parts.
Fuel Safety
• To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely
ammable and the vapors are explosive.
• Do not refuel the machine while smoking or at a location near ames or sparks.
• Always refuel the machine outdoors.
• Do not store the machine or fuel container indoors where the fumes or fuel can reach an open ame,
spark, or pilot light.
• Only store fuel in an approved container. Keep out of the reach of children.
• Never ll containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place the containers
on the ground away from your vehicle before lling.
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