PRECAUTION
ON
FUEL SYSTEM SERVICE
GENERAL PRECAUTION
Gasoline
is
extremely flammable and
toxic.
Always
observe the
following
precautions when
working
around
gasoline
or
servicing
the fuel system.
• Keep the
working
area well ventilated and away
from
open flame (such as gas heater)
or
sparks.
• Do
not
smoke
or
allow
anyone else
to
smoke near
the
working
areas.
Post a
"NO SMOKING" sign.
• Keep a
fully
charged C02
fire
extinguisher
and
readily available
for
use.
• To avoid potential fire hazards,
do
not
allow
fuel
to
spill
on
hot
engine
parts
or
on operating electrical
components.
• Wipe
up
fuel
spills
immediately.
FUEL LINE
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
Pay special attention to the following steps when removing or
installing the fuel hoses.
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• Do
not
over
bend (kink)
or
twist
the hoses when
installing.
•
When installing
the
hose clamps (clips),
position
the
tabs in
order
to
avoid
contact
with
other
parts.
• Be
sure
that
the
hoses
do
not
contact
the rods,
levers
or
other
components
with the engine either
operating
or
at rest.
• Use extreme care in
order
not
to
cut, abrade
or
cause any
other
damage
to
the
hoses.
• Use care in
order
not
to
excessively
compress
hoses when
tightening
clamps.
NOTE:
* Check the fuel hose routing. (See page 9-2.)
* Check for fuel leakage.