2004 Polaris Touring Cruiser Owners Manual - Page 22

2004 Polaris Touring Cruiser Manual

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SAFETY Gasoline and Exhaust For complete fueling procedures, see page 71. Gasoline is highly flammable and can be explosive in certain conditions. Observe the following precautions when you refuel or service the fuel system: S Turn off the engine. S Use a well-ventilated area. S Remove the fuel cap slowly. S Do not spill gasoline on the engine or the exhaust system. Immediately wipe, or rinse with water, gasoline spilled on any part of the motorcycle or the surrounding area. S Do not smoke while fueling. S Do not fuel in an area where there are sparks or open flame. Gasoline and gasoline vapors are poisonous and can cause severe injury. Do not swallow gasoline, inhale gasoline vapors, or spill gasoline on yourself or your clothes. If you swallow gasoline, inhale more than a few breaths of gasoline vapor, or get gasoline in your eyes, see a physician immediately. If you spill gasoline on your skin, wash it off immediately with soap and water. If you spill gasoline on your clothes, change your clothes immediately. Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless gas that can cause unconsciousness or severe injury. Observe the following precautions to avoid the effects of exhaust gases: S Do not inhale exhaust gases. S Do not start or run the engine in an enclosed area. 20

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SAFETY
GasolineandExhaust
For complete fueling procedures, see page 71.
Gasoline is highly flammable and can be explosive in certain conditions. Observe the following precautions when
you refuel or service the fuel system:
S
Turn off the engine.
S
Use a well-ventilated area.
S
Remove the fuel cap slowly.
S
Do not spill gasoline on the engine or the exhaust system. Immediately wipe, or rinse with water, gasoline spilled
on any part of the motorcycle or the surrounding area.
S
Do not smoke while fueling.
S
Do not fuel in an area where there are sparks or open flame.
Gasoline and gasoline vapors are poisonous and can cause severe injury. Do not swallow gasoline, inhale gasoline
vapors, or spill gasoline on yourself or your clothes. If you swallow gasoline, inhale more than a few breaths of
gasoline vapor, or get gasoline in your eyes, see a physician immediately. If you spill gasoline on your skin, wash it
off immediately with soap and water. If you spill gasoline on your clothes, change your clothes immediately.
Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless gas that can cause unconsciousness or severe injury.
Observe the following precautions to avoid the effects of exhaust gases:
S
Do not inhale exhaust gases.
S
Do not start or run the engine in an enclosed area.