TOHATSU MFS 40A Owner's Manual page 74

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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
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Fuel filters and fuel tank cleaning
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Gasoline and its vapors are very flammable
and can be explosive.
Do not start this procedure while engine
is operating or hot even after stopping it.
Place fuel filter away from every source of
ignition such as sparks or open flames.
Wipe off gasoline well immediately if
spilled and dispose of it in accordance
with local fire prevention and environ-
ment protection regulations.
Install fuel filter with all related parts in
place, or fuel leak could occur, leading to
catching fire or explosion.
Check fuel system regularly for leakage.
Contact authorized dealer for fuel system
services. Services by unqualified person
could lead to engine damage.
Fuel filters are provided inside the fuel
tank and engine.
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Fuel filter (for engine)
1. Check in the cup for water and
debris.
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1. Body
2. O-ring
3. Filter
4. O-ring
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5. Float
6. Cup
7. Indication of Fuel Flow.
2. If present, disconnect hoses from the
fuel connector (male) and the fuel
pump.
3. Remove the cup, filter and O-rings
from the fuel filter body.
4. Check the wear and clogging for each
parts, and replace if necessary.
5. Remove fuel and any water or debris
from the cup, filter and hoses.
6. Reassemble all parts.
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Fuel filter (for fuel tank)
Water or dirt in the fuel tank will cause
engine performance problems.
Check and clean the tank at specified
times or after the outboard motor has
been stored for a long period of time
(over three months).
1. Remove four screws to remove the
Fuel Pick-Up.
2. Clean the fuel filter and replace the
gasket.
3. Reassemble all parts.
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