PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
6LY3 Operation Manual 105
Drain the Fuel Tank
Position an approved container under the
fuel tank drain. Open the drain cock and let
the water, dirt, etc. drain from the tank's
bottom into the container. Drain until fuel
with no water and dirt flows out. Close the
drain cock. See Filling the Fuel Tank on
page 41.
A DANGER
FIRE AND EXPLOSION
HAZARD!
• Diesel fuel is flammable and
explosive under certain
conditions.
• When you remove any fuel
system component to perform
maintenance (such as
changing the fuel filter) place
an approved container under
the opening to catch the fuel.
• NEVER use a shop rag to catch
the fuel. Vapors from the rag
are flammable and explosive.
• Wipe up any spills
immediately.
• Wear eye protection. The fuel
system is under pressure and
fuel could spray out when you
remove any fuel system
component.
• Failure to comply will result in
death or serious injury.
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CAUTION
• ALWAYS be environmentally
responsible.
• Follow the guidelines of the
EPA or other governmental
agencies for the proper
disposal of hazardous
materials such as engine oil,
diesel fuel and engine coolant.
Consult the local authorities or
reclamation facility.
• NEVER dispose of hazardous
materials irresponsibly by
dumping them into a sewer, on
the ground or into ground
water or waterways.
• Failure to follow these
procedures may seriously
harm the environment.
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