Engine; Install Cowling; Filling Fuel And Engine Oil; Filling Fuel For Portable Tank - Yamaha 6c Owner's Manual

Operation
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Engine

Check the engine and engine mounting.
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Look for loose or damaged fasteners.
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Check the propeller for damage.
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Install cowling

1. Be sure that a cowling lock lever is re-
leased.
2. Be sure that the rubber seal is seated all
the way around the engine.
3. Place the cowling on top of the seal.
4. Check to be sure the rubber seal fits cor-
rectly all the way around the engine.
5. Move the lever to lock the cowling as
shown. NOTICE: If the cowling is not
installed correctly, water spray under
the cowling can damage the engine,
or the cowling can blow off at high
speeds.
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After installing, check the fitting of the top
cowling by pushing it with both hands. If the
top cowling is loose, have it repaired by your
Yamaha dealer.
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Filling fuel for portable tank

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Gasoline and its vapors are highly flam-
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mable and explosive. Always refuel ac-
cording to this procedure to reduce the
risk of fire and explosion.
Gasoline is poisonous and can cause
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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,
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change your clothes.
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Filling fuel and engine oil

WARNING
Stop the engine.
Remove the portable tank from the boat.
Be sure you are in a well-ventilated out-
door area, either securely moored or
trailered.
Do not smoke and keep away from
sparks, flames, static electric discharge,
or other sources of ignition.
If you use a portable container to store
and dispense fuel, use only an approved
GASOLINE container.
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