Title: Explain the importance of proper fuel storage.
Course: Agricultural Power Systems, Advanced (18402-II) > Section: Maintaining and Servicing Fuel Systems

Explanation should include concepts related to

- safety precautions when handling fuel (e.g., PPE)
- fuel storage safety
- use of appropriate containers
- deterioration of fuel (i.e., it occurs within one-two months)
- the extension of fuel life with stabilizer
- draining gasoline from small-engine equipment before long periods of inactivity (e.g., in a lawn mower over the winter).

Process/Skill Questions:

- When should you assume that fuel is bad?
- If you assume fuel is bad, what precautions should be taken with the equipment?