Replacement Parts Warning - MerCruiser 305 CID (5.0L) Service Manual

SERVICE MANUAL NUMBER 24

Replacement Parts Warning

Electrical, ignition and fuel system components on your Mercury MerCruiser are
designed and manufactured to comply with U.S. Coast Guard Rules and Regula-
tions to minimize risks of fire and explosion.
Use of replacement electrical, ignition or fuel system components, that do not com-
ply with these rules and regulations could result in a fire or explosion hazard and
should be avoided.
General Precautions
Always disconnect battery cables from battery BEFORE working on fuel system to
prevent fire or explosion.
Be careful when cleaning flame arrestor and crankcase ventilation hose; gasoline
is extremely flammable and highly explosive under certain conditions. Be sure that
ignition key is OFF. DO NOT smoke or allow sources of spark or open flame in area
when cleaning flame arrestor and crankcase ventilation hose.
Be careful when changing fuel system components; gasoline is extremely flam-
mable and highly explosive under certain conditions. Be sure that ignition key is
OFF. DO NOT smoke or allow sources of spark or flame in the area while changing
fuel filter. Wipe up any spilled fuel immediately.
Make sure no fuel leaks exist, before closing engine hatch.
DO NOT operate engine without cooling water being supplied to water pickup holes
in gear housing, or water pump impeller will be damaged and subsequent overheat-
ing damage to engine may result.
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