Kohler 3.5CFZ, 4CZ, 5CFZ, 6.5CZ installation manual Fuel System, Explosion

FUEL SYSTEM

WARNING

Explosion.

Gasoline vapors can cause explosion and severe injury or death.

Before starting generator set, operate blower 4 minutes and check engine compartment for gasoline vapors.

WARNING

Explosive fuel vapors.

Can cause severe injury or death.

Use extreme care when handling, storing, and using fuels.

Explosive fuel vapors can cause severe injury or

death. All fuels are highly explosive in a vapor state. Use extreme care when handling, storing, and using fuels. Store fuel in a well-ventilated area away from spark-producing equipment and out of the reach of children. Never add fuel to the tank while the engine is running since spilled fuel may ignite on contact with hot parts or from ignition spark. Do not smoke or permit flame or spark to occur near potential sources of spilled fuel or fuel vapors. Keep fuel lines and connections tight and in good condition— don’t replace flexible fuel lines with rigid lines. Flexible sections are used to avoid breakage due to vibration. Should any fuel leakage, fuel accumulation, or electrical sparks be noted, DO NOT OPERATE GENERATOR SET. Have systems repaired before resuming generator operation.

Explosive fuel vapors can cause severe injury or

death. Additional precautions must be taken when using the following fuels:

Gasoline— Store gasoline only in approved red containers clearly marked GASOLINE. Do not store gasoline in any occupied building.

Explosive fuel vapors can cause severe injury or

death. Gasoline vapors can explode and can cause death or severe injury. USCG Regulation 33CFR183 requires all electrical devices (ship-to-shore transfer switch, remote start panel, etc.) to be “ignition protected” when used in a gasoline (gaseous)-fueled environment. These electrical devices are not “ignition protected”and are not certified to operate in a gasoline (gaseous)-fueled environment such as engine room or near fuel tanks. Acceptable locations would be wheelhouse or other living areas sheltered from rain and water splash.

Explosive fuel vapors can cause severe injury or

death. Spilled fuel can cause an explosion. Use a container to catch fuel when draining fuel system. Wipe up all spilled fuel after draining system.

Explosive fuel vapors can cause severe injury or

death. Fuel leakage can cause an explosion. Do not modify the tank or propulsion engine fuel system. Craft must be equipped with a tank allowing one of the two pickup arrangements described. Tank and installation must conform to U.S.C.G. Regulations.

Explosive fuel vapors can cause severe injury or

death. Fuel leakage can cause an explosion. To prevent fuel leakage, use pipe sealant on all threaded fittings. Pipe sealant must be suitable for use in marine applications having oil and gasoline environments.

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