Fuel Tank And Tank Filter - TOHATSU BFT 60A Manual Del Propietário

MAINTENANCE
9. Connect the fuel tube assembly
connector to the fuel tank and
outboard motor securely.
Turn the vent knob to OPEN side,
squeeze and release the priming
bulb to feed the fuel, (see page 64)
and check for fuel leaks. Repair
any fuel leaks if necessary.
If loss of power or hard starting are
found to be caused by excessive
water or sediment accumulation in
the fuel filter, inspect the fuel tank.
Clean the fuel tank and tank filter if
necessary. It may be necessary to
drain the fuel tank completely and
refill with fresh gasoline.
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Fuel Tank and Tank Filter

(equipped type)
FUEL LINE
Cleaning interval:
Every year or after every 200 hours of
outboard motor operation.
<Fuel Tank Cleaning>
Gasoline is extremely flammable,
and gasoline vapor can explode,
causing serious injury or death. Do
not smoke or allow flames or
sparks in your working area.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF
CHILDREN.
• Always work in a well-ventilated
area.
• Be sure that any fuel drained
from the fuel tank is stored in a
safe container.
• Be careful not to spill fuel when
cleaning the tank and filter.
Spilled fuel or fuel vapor may
ignite. If any fuel is spilled, make
sure the area is dry before
starting the engine.