Operating Engine; Sending Fuel; Starting Engine - Yamaha VF200 Owner's Manual

Operation
5. If you use a portable container to store
and dispense fuel, only use a locally ap-
proved GASOLINE container.
6. Touch the fuel nozzle to the filler opening
or funnel to help prevent electrostatic
sparks.
7. Fill the fuel tank, but do not overfill. Fuel
can expand and overflow if the tempera-
ture increases.
8. Tighten the fuel tank cap securely.
9. Wipe up any spilled gasoline immediately
with dry rags. Dispose of rags properly
according to local laws or regulations.
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Operating engine

EWM02600
WARNING
This product emits exhaust gases which
contain carbon monoxide, a colorless,
odorless gas which could cause brain
damage or death when inhaled. Symp-
toms include nausea, dizziness, and
drowsiness. Keep cockpit and cabin areas
well ventilated. Avoid blocking exhaust
outlets.
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Sending fuel

1. If your boat is equipped with a fuel tank
selector valve, turn the valve to select the
appropriate fuel tank.
2. Squeeze the primer pump, with the arrow
pointing up, until you feel it become firm.
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Starting engine

EWM01600
WARNING
Before starting the engine, make sure that
the boat is tightly moored and that you can
steer clear of any obstructions. Be sure
there are no swimmers in the water near
you.
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Procedure for starting engine
EWM02591
WARNING
Failure to attached engine shut-off cord
G
(lanyard) could result in a runaway boat
if operator is ejected. Attach the engine
shut-off cord to a secure place on your
clothing, or your arm or leg while operat-
ing. Do not attach the engine shut-off
cord to clothing that could tear loose.
Do not route the engine shut-off cord
where it could become entangled, pre-
venting it from functioning.
Avoid accidentally pulling the engine
G
shut-off cord during normal operation.
Loss of engine power means the loss of
most steering control. Also, without en-
gine power, the boat could slow rapidly.
This could cause people and objects in
the boat to be thrown forward.