Fuel Level; Remove Cowling; Fuel System - Yamaha 70 Owner's Manual

Operation
dent could occur.
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NOTICE
Do not start the engine out of water. Over-
heating and serious engine damage can
occur.
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Fuel level

Be sure you have plenty of fuel for your trip.
A good rule is to use 1/3 of your fuel to get to
the destination, 1/3 to return, and to keep 1/
3 as an emergency reserve. With the boat
level on a trailer or in the water, check the
fuel level. For fuel filling instructions, see
page 40.
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Remove cowling

For the following checks, remove the top
cowling from the engine. To remove the en-
gine cowling, release all the lock levers and
lift off the cowling.
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Fuel system

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Gasoline and its vapors are highly flam-
mable and explosive. Keep away from
sparks, cigarettes, flames, or other
sources of ignition.
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Leaking fuel can result in fire or explo-
sion.
Check for fuel leakage regularly.
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If any fuel leakage is found, the fuel
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system must be repaired by a qualified
mechanic. Improper repairs can make
the outboard unsafe to operate.
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Check for fuel leaks
Check under top cowling and in the boat
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for fuel leaks or gasoline fumes.
Check fuel line connections to be sure they
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are tight.
Check fuel lines for cracks, swelling, or
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other damage.
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Check the fuel filter
Check that the fuel filter is clean and free of
water. If any water is found in the fuel, or if a
significant amount of debris is found, the fuel
tank should be checked and cleaned by a
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Yamaha dealer.
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WARNING
WARNING