Adding A Fuel Stabilizer - TOHATSU MFS 4C Owner's Manual

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CAUTION
Do not carry or store outboard motor in any
of positions described below.
Otherwise, engine damage or property dam-
age could result from leaking oil.
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Note
If the outboard motor must be laid
down be sure drain the fuel, then the
outboard motor on a cushion as shown
in the following drawing (See page 65
and 45).
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.
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1. Before adding fuel stabilizer additive,
drain the carburetor (See page 66).
2. Follow the instructions on the label
when adding the fuel stabilizer addi-
tive.
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
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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 evapora-
tion.
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