31/CARBURETOR
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Emptying the carburetor float chamber
Danger
Fire hazard
Fuel can easily catch fire.
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Never fill up the vehicle near open flames or burning cigarettes, and always switch off the engine first. Be careful that no
fuel is spilt, especially on hot vehicle components. Clean up spilt fuel immediately.
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Fuel in the fuel tank expands when warm and can escape if the tank is overfilled. See specifications on filling up with fuel.
Warning
Danger of poisoning
Fuel is poisonous and a health hazard.
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Avoid contact between fuel and skin, eyes and clothing. Do not inhale fuel vapors. If fuel gets into your eyes, rinse immedi-
ately with water and contact a doctor. Wash affected skin areas immediately with soap and water. If fuel is swallowed, con-
tact a doctor immediately. Change clothing that has come into contact with fuel. Store fuel in a suitable canister according
to regulations and keep it out of the reach of children.
Warning
Environmental hazard
Improper handling of fuel is a danger to the environment.
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Do not allow fuel to get into the ground water, the ground, or the sewage system.
Info
Carry out this work with a cold engine.
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Turn the handle
of the fuel tap to
OFF
. (Figure
No more fuel flows from the tank to the carburetor.
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Guide the hose coming down behind the engine into a suitable container.
Info
Water in the float chamber results in malfunctioning.
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Undo the screw
(turn it counterclockwise) a few turns and drain the fuel from
the float chamber.
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Tighten screw
.