John Deere AC-350 - Manual (Page 6)

6 Operator’s Manual
SAFetY WArNING WheN reFUeLING
Use only kerosene or #1 fuel oil to avoid risk of fire or explosion. Never use
gasoline, naphtha, paint thinners, alcohol, or other highly flammable fuels.
Personnel involved with fueling shall be qualified and thoroughly familiar
with the manufacturer’s instructions and applicable regulations regarding
the safe fueling of heating units.
Only the type of fuel specified on the space heater’s data plate shall be
used.
All flame, including the pilot light, if any, shall be extinguished and the space
heater allowed to cool, prior to fueling.
During fueling, all fuel lines and fuel-line connections shall be inspected
for leaks. Any leaks shall be repaired prior to returning the space heater to
service.
At no time shall more than one day’s supply of space heater fuel be stored
inside a building in the vicinity of the space heater. Bulk fuel storage shall
be outside the structure.
All fuel storage shall be located a minimum of feet (76cm) from space
heaters, torches, welding equipment, and similar sources of ignition
(exception: the fuel reservoir integral with the space heater unit).
Whenever possible, fuel storage shall be confined to areas where floor
penetrations do not permit fuel to drip onto or be ignited by a fire at lower
elevation.
Fuel storage shall be in accordance with the authority having jurisdiction.
Observe all safety regulations for the safe handling of fuel. Handle fuel in
safety containers. If the container does not have a spout, use a funnel.
Do not overfill the fuel tank, leave room for the fuel to expand.
Do not refill fuel tank while the unit is running. Before refueling the space
heater, turn it off and let it cool down.
Fill the tank only on an area of bare ground. While fueling the tank, keep
heat, sparks and open flame away. Carefully clean up any spilled fuel before
starting the unit.
Always fill fuel tank in an area with plenty of ventilation to avoid inhaling
dangerous fumes.
NEvER store fuel for your space heater in the home. Gasoline, propane,
kerosene, and other flammable liquids should be stored outside of living
areas in properly-labeled, non-glass safety containers. Do not store them
near a fuel-burning appliance, such as a natural gas water heater in a
garage. If the fuel is spilled or the container is not sealed properly, invisible
vapors from the fuel can travel along the ground and can be ignited by the
appliance’s pilot light or by arcs from electric switches in the appliance.