Fuel Additives - Evinrude e-tec 2005 Manual

Minimum Octane
Your outboard is certified to operate on un-
leaded automotive gasoline with an octane
rating equal to or higher than:
• 87 (R+M)/2 AKI — Inside the U.S.
• 90 RON — Outside the U.S.
Using unleaded gasoline that contains methyl
tertiary butyl ether (MTBE) is acceptable
ONLY if the MTBE content does not exceed
15% by volume.
Alcohol Fuels
Your outboard has been designed to operate
using the specified fuels; however, be aware
of the following:
• The boat's fuel system may have different
requirements regarding the use of alcohol
fuels. Refer to the boat's owner guide.
• Alcohol attracts and holds moisture that can
cause corrosion of metallic parts in the fuel
system.
• Alcohol blended fuel may cause engine per-
formance problems.
Using alcohol-extended fuels is acceptable
ONLY if the alcohol content does not exceed:
• 10% ethanol by volume; or
• 5% methanol with 5% cosolvents by vol-
ume.
FUEL SYSTEM OPERATION
Connecting the Fuel Hose
1) If the fuel hose is disconnected for any rea-
son, seal it to prevent spillage. Cap the fuel
fitting to prevent contamination.
2) Connect the fuel hose to the 3/8 in. (9 mm)
fuel fitting. Fasten hose securely with
clamp (18.5 mm) from owner's kit.
1. Fuel hose and fitting – 3/8 in. (9 mm)
WARNING
Store fuel tanks in a well-ventilated
area, away from heat and open flame.
Prevent escape of liquid or vapors
which could accidentally ignite.
Close the filler cap vent screw, if
equipped.
Be sure the disconnected fuel hose
does not drip.
IMPORTANT: Fuel distribution hoses in the
boat must deliver fuel at the rate of flow need-
ed by the outboard. Minimum inside diameter
of fuel hoses must be 3/8 in. (9 mm).
WARNING
The outboard
installed. Failure to correctly install the
outboard could result in property dam-
age, serious injury, or death. We
strongly recommend your Dealer install
your outboard to ensure proper instal-
lation.
Fuel systems with built-in tanks, particularly
those that include antisiphon valves and filter/
primer units, may have restrictions not allow-
ing the engine fuel pump to deliver sufficient
fuel under all conditions. This can result in a
loss of performance. If a performance prob-
lem exists, see your Dealer.

FUEL ADDITIVES

BMCA approves only Evinrude 2+4® fuel
conditioner fuel additive for use in your
Evinrude E-TEC outboard.
Use of other fuel additives can result in poor
performance or engine damage.
Evinrude 2+4 fuel conditioner will help pre-
vent gum and varnish deposits from forming
in fuel system components and will remove
moisture from the fuel system.
It should be used during any period when your
engine is not being operated on a regular ba-
sis. Its use will reduce fuel system icing and
fuel deterioration.
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