Yamaha YFM250XR Offroad Vehicle User Manual


 
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WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Improper handling of gasoline.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Gasoline can catch fire and you could
be burned.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Always turn off the engine when refuel-
ing.
Do not refuel right after the engine has
been running and is still very hot. Do not
spill gasoline on the engine or exhaust
pipe/muffler when refueling. Never refu-
el while smoking, or while in the vicinity
of sparks, open flames, or other sources
of ignition such as the pilot lights of wa-
ter heaters and clothes dryers.
When transporting the ATV in another
vehicle, be sure it is kept upright and
that the fuel cock is in the OFF posi-
tion. Otherwise, fuel may leak out of the
carburetor or fuel tank.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Gasoline is poisonous and can cause
injuries.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
If you should swallow some gasoline or
inhale a lot of gasoline vapor, or get
some gasoline in your eyes, see your
doctor immediately.
If gasoline spills on your skin, wash with
soap and water. If gasoline spills on
your clothing, change your clothes.
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