TOHATSU MFS 15, Owner'S Manual

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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
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1. Oil filter
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Cleaning the fuel filters and the
fuel tank
Fuel filters are provided inside the fuel tank
and engine.
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Gasoline and its vapors are very flammable
and can be explosive.
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Do not start this procedure while engine
is operating or hot even after stopping it.
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Place fuel filter away from every source
o f i g n i t i o n s u c h a s s p a r k s o r o p e n
flames.
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Wipe off gasoline well immediately if
spilled.
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Install fuel filter with all related parts in
place, or fuel leak could occur, leading
to catching fire or explosion.
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Check fuel system regularly for leakage.
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Contact authorized dealer for fuel sys-
tem services. Services by unqualified
person could lead to engine damage.
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Fuel filter (for engine)
1. Replace the fuel filter provided inside of
engine cover if there is water or dirt
inside.
1. Fuel filter
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Fuel filter (for fuel tank)
Loosen the fuel pickup elbow shown at
left, remove it and clean the fuel filter.
1. Filter
2. Fuel pick up elbow
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Fuel tank
Water or dirt in the fuel tank will cause
engine performance problems.
Check and clean the tank at specified
times or after the outboard motor has
been stored for a long period of time (over
three months).
WARNING
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