6. GENERAL PRECAUTIONS SAFETY PREVENTION OF BURNS Hot coolant To prevent burns from hot water or steam spurting out when checking or draining the coolant, wait for the water to cool to a temperature where it is possible to touch the radi- ator cap by hand before starting the operation. Even when the coolant has cooled down, loosen the cap slowly to relieve the pressure inside the radiator before removing the cap. Hot oil To prevent burns from hot oil spurting out when checking or draining the oil, wait for the oil to cool to at temperature where it is possible to touch the cap or plug by hand before starting the operation.
Even when the oil has cooled down, loosen the cap or plug slowly to relieve the internal pressure before removing the cap or plug. FIRE PREVENTION Fire caused by fuel or oil Fuel, oil, antifreeze, and window washer liquid are particularly flammable and can be hazardous. To prevent fire, always observe the following: Do not smoke or use any flame near fuel or oil. Stop the engine before refueling. Do not leave the machine while adding fuel or oil. Tighten all fuel and oil caps securely. Do not spill fuel on overheated surfaces or on parts of the electrical system. Use well-ventilated areas for adding or storing oil and fuel. 2-6