Cleaning Fuel Tank - Yamaha 55B Owner's Manual

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CLEANING FUEL TANK

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Gasoline (petrol) is highly flammable, and
its vapors are flammable and explosive.
8 If you have any question about properly
doing this procedure, consult your
Yamaha dealer.
8 Keep away from sparks, cigarettes,
flames or other sources of ignition
when cleaning the fuel tank.
8 Remove the fuel tank from the boat
before cleaning it. Work only outdoors
in an area with good ventilation.
8 Wipe up any spilled fuel immediately.
8 Reassemble the fuel tank carefully.
Improper assembly can result in a fuel
leak, which could result in a fire or
explosion hazard.
8 Dispose of old gasoline (petrol)accord-
ing to local regulations.
To clean the fuel tank:
1) Empty the fuel tank into an approved
gasoline (petrol) container.
2) Pour a small amount of suitable sol-
vent in the tank. Reinstall the cap and
shake the tank. Drain the solvent
completely.
To clean the fuel filter:
1) Remove the screws holding the fuel
meter assembly. Pull the assembly
out of the tank.
2) Clean the filter (located on the end of
the suction pipe) in a suitable clean-
ing solvent. Allow the filter to dry.
3) Replace the gasket with a new one.
Reinstall the fuel meter assembly and
tighten the screws firmly.
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