Filling Fuel; Operating Engine; Sending Fuel; Starting Engine - Yamaha F225 Owner's Manual

start the engine.
Refer to the battery manufacturer's instruc-
tions for checks for your particular battery.
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Filling fuel

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WARNING
Gasoline and its vapors are highly flam-

mable and explosive. Always refuel ac-
cording to this procedure to reduce the
risk of fire and explosion.
Gasoline is poisonous and can cause

injury or death. Handle gasoline with
care. Never siphon gasoline by mouth.
If you should swallow some gasoline or
inhale a lot of gasoline vapor, or get
some gasoline in your eyes, see your
doctor immediately. If gasoline spills
on your skin, wash with soap and wa-
ter. If gasoline spills on your clothing,
change your clothes.
1. Make sure that the engine is stopped.
2. Make sure that the boat is in a well-ven-
tilated outdoor area, either securely
moored or trailered.
3. Make sure that no one is in the boat.
4. Do not smoke and keep away from
sparks, flames, static electric discharge,
or other sources of ignition.
5. If you use a portable container to store
and dispense fuel, only use a locally ap-
proved GASOLINE container.
6. Touch the fuel nozzle to the filler open-
ing or funnel to help prevent electrostatic
sparks.
7. Fill the fuel tank, but do not overfill.
WARNING! Do not overfill. Otherwise
fuel can expand and overflow if the
temperature increases.
8. Tighten the fuel tank cap securely.
9. Wipe up any spilled gasoline immediate-
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This product emits exhaust gases which
contain carbon monoxide, a colorless,
odorless gas which could cause brain
damage or death when inhaled. Symp-
toms include nausea, dizziness, and
drowsiness. Keep cockpit and cabin ar-
eas well ventilated. Avoid blocking ex-
haust outlets.
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Sending fuel

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2.
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Starting engine

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Before starting the engine, make sure
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that the boat is tightly moored and that
you can steer clear of any obstructions.
ly with dry rags. Dispose of rags properly
according to local laws or regulations.

Operating engine

WARNING
If your boat is equipped with a fuel tank
selector valve, turn the valve to select
the appropriate fuel tank.
Squeeze the primer pump, with the ar-
row pointing up, until you feel it become
firm.
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WARNING
Operation
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