Fuel System Draining - TOHATSU MFS 6BZ Manual Del Propietário

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Fuel system draining

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WARNING
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
of ignition, e.g. sparks or open flames
Perform all work outdoors or in a well
ventilated place.
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WARNING
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 ve n t i o n an d
environment protection regulations.
1. Disconnect the fuel hose from the
outboard motor.
2. Remove the top cowl.
3. Place an approved fuel container
under the drain screw and use a fun-
nel to avoid spilling fuel.
4. Loosen the carburetor drain screw.
5. Tilt up the outboard motor until fuel
flows out of the drain hole.
6. Leave the outboard motor in this
position until all fu e l has be en
drained.
7. When thoroughly drained, retighten
the drain screw securely.
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
8. Check the drained fuel for the pres-
ence of water or other contami-
n a n t s. If e i t h e r is p r e s e n t ,
reassemble the outboard motor,
refill the carburetor with fuel, and
then drain the fuel again. Repeat this
procedure until no water or other
contaminants are present in the
drained fuel.
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1. Carburetor drain screw
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Battery
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WARNING
Place the battery away from any source of
fire, sparks and open flames such as
burners or welding equipment.
Place the battery away from fuel tank.
Accidental sparks of battery may cause
explosion of gasoline.
1. Disconnect the battery cables and be
sure to remove the negative terminal
first.
2. Wipe off any chemical deposits, dirt,
or grease.
3. Apply grease to the battery termi-
nals.
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