Fuel System Priming; Vent Line Clamp; Priming The Fuel System - Evinrude E-Tec 40 HP Service Manual

FUEL SYSTEM

FUEL SYSTEM PRIMING

FUEL SYSTEM PRIMING

Vent Line Clamp

Federal Reg ulations require that a
with a fuel vapor separator must be shipped with a
vent line clamp inst alled. Th is clamp must be
removed before priming the fuel system or starting
the outboard for the first time.
Failure to remove the clamp may
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cause fuel starvation and poor running qualities.
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Priming the Fuel System

ll o utboards
Fuel vapors are highly flammable. Perform
the following procedure in a well venti-
lated area. Extinguish all smoking materi-
als and make certain no ignition sources
are present.
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Insert the fuel supply hose from the fuel tank into a
suitable container. Squeeze the fuel primer bulb or
activate the boat-mounted electric fuel primer until
fuel flows from the fuel hose.
Once fue l flow is observed, co nnect fuel supply
hose from fuel tank to hose fitting on outboa rd.
Secure hose with Oetiker clamp.
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Connect the fuel hose connector to the quick con-
nect fitting on the outboard.
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Use the primer to fill the vapor separator.
The high-pressure fuel circu its and in jectors will
prime as the outboard is cranked with the starter.
Observe all fuel lines, both in the boat and on the
outboard. Repair any fuel leaks.
Failure to check for fuel leaks could allow
a leak to go undetected, resulting in fire or
explosion and may cause personal injury
or property damage.
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