Fuel System Draining - TOHATSU MD 30B2 Manual Del Propietário

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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
8. Stand the outboard motor up verti-
cally in a dry place.
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Note
If the outboard motor must be laid down
be sure drain the fuel and engine oil, then
the outboard motor on a cushion as shown
in the following drawing (See page 68 and
92).
Elevate power unit 2 inches to 4 inches if
traveling to avoid air intrusion in the
Power Trim and Tilt pump system.
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Adding a fuel stabilizer
When adding a fuel stabilizer additive
(commercially available), first fill the fuel
tank with fresh fuel. If the fuel tank is
only partially filled, air in the tank can
cause the fuel to deteriorate during
storage.
1. Before adding fuel stabilizer additive,
dr ain th e vap or se par a tor ( S e e
page 92).
2. Follow the instructions on the label
when adding the fuel stabilizer addi-
tive.
3. After adding the additive, let the
outboard motor run in the water for
10 minutes to make sure any old fuel
in the fuel system has been com-
pletely replaced by the fuel with
additive.
4. Turn the engine OFF
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Note
If your motor is used occasionally, it is
recommended to use a good fuel stabi-
lizer in every tank of fuel and keep the
container full to reduce condensation
and evaporation.
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Fuel system draining

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For details on handling fuel, contact an
authorized dealer.
Fuel and fuel vapors are extremely flamma-
ble and can be explosive.
If fuel is spilled, wipe it up immediately.
Keep the fuel tank well away from sources
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of ignition, e.g. sparks or open flames
Perform all work outdoors or in a well
ventilated place.
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Be sure to use cloth to remove fuel remain-
ing in the cowl and dispose of it in accor-
d an c e w i t h l o c a l f ir e pr e v e n t i o n an d
environment protection regulations.
WARNING
WARNING