Adding A Fuel Stabilizer - TOHATSU M4C Owner's Manual

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Note
If the outboard motor must be laid down
be sure drain the fuel and engine oil,
then the outboard motor on a cushion
as shown in the drawing below (See
page 59 and 40).
Elevate power unit 2 inches to 4 inches if
traveling to avoid oil spillage.
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Adding a fuel stabilizer

When adding a fuel stabilizer additive
(commercially available), first fill the fuel
tank with fresh fuel. If the fuel tank is only
partially filled, air in the tank can cause the
fuel to deteriorate during storage.
1. Before adding fuel stabilizer additive,
drain the carburetor (See page 57).
2. Follow the instructions on the label
when adding the fuel stabilizer additive.
3. After adding the additive, let the out-
board motor run in the water for 10
minutes to make sure any old fuel in
the fuel system has been completely
replaced by the fuel with additive.
4. Turn the engine OFF
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Note
If your motor is used occasionally, it is rec-
ommended to use a good fuel stabilizer in
every tank of fuel and keep the container full
to reduce condensation and evaporation.
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Fuel system draining
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For details on handling fuel, contact an
authorized dealer.
Fuel and fuel vapors are extremely flamma-
ble and can be explosive.
If fuel is spilled, wipe it up immediately.
Keep the fuel tank well away from
sources of ignition, e.g. sparks or open
flames
Perform all work outdoors or in a well
ventilated place.
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Be sure to use cloth to remove fuel remain-
ing in the cowl and dispose of it in accor-
dance with local fire prevention and
environment protection regulations.
1. Disconnect the fuel hose from the out-
board motor.
2. Remove the top cowl.
3. Place an approved rag under the drain
screw and use a funnel to avoid spilling
fuel.
4. Loosen the carburetor drain screw.
5. Tilt up the outboard motor until fuel
flows out of the drain hole.
6. Leave the outboard motor in this posi-
tion until all fuel has been drained.
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
WARNING
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