Pre-Operating Preparations; Gasoline And Engine Oil - TOHATSU MD 30B2 Owner's Manual

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PRE-OPERATING PREPARATIONS

1. Gasoline and engine oil

Required Gasoline types
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UNITED STATES AND CANADA:
Use a major brand of automotive
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unleaded gasoline with a minimum
posted octane rating of 87. Mid-grade
automotive gasoline that contain
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fuel injector cleaner are preferred for
added internal engine cleanliness.
Leaded gasoline is not recommended.
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INTERNATIONAL : Use a major brand
of automotive unleaded gasoline with
a minimum posted octane rating of
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91RON. Automotive gasoline that
contain fuel injector cleaner are
preferred for added internal engine
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cleanliness. Leaded gasoline is
acceptable in areas where unleaded
gasoline is not available.
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Note
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Use of low-quality gasoline results in
a short engine life as well as starting
difficulties and other engine problems.
We recommend use for Fuel stabilizer.
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Fuel tank capacity : 25 liters (6.6 U.S.
gal)---for 30, 40, 50
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Fuel Tank : When using a fixed fuel
tank in place of genuine fuel tank, it is
recommended to select a one with a
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structure facilitating interior cleaning.
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Do not fill the fuel tank over capacity. The
rise of gasoline temperature may cause
gasoline to expand which, if overfilled, may
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leak through air vent screw when it is open.
Leaking gasoline is a dangerous fire hazard.
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Consult an authorized dealer for details
on handling gasoline, if necessary.
Gasoline and its vapors are very
flammable and can be explosive.
When carrying a fuel tank containing
gasoline:
Close the air vent screw of fuel
tank cap, or gasoline vapor will be
emitted through the air vent screw,
creating a fire hazard.
Do not smoke.
When or before refueling:
Stop the engine, and do not start the
engine during refueling.
Do not smoke.
Be careful not to overfill fuel tank.
Wipe up any spilled gasoline
immediately.
When or before cleaning the gasoline
tank:
Dismount fuel tank from the boat.
Place the fuel tank away from every
source of ignition, such as sparks or
open flames.
Do the work outdoors or in a well
ventilated area.
Wipe off gasoline well immediately if
spilt.
After cleaning gasoline tank:
Wipe off gasoline well immediately if
spilt.
If the fuel tank is disassembled for
cleaning, reassemble carefully.
Imperfect assembly may cause a
fuel leak, possibly leading to fire or
explosion.
Dispose aged or contaminated
gasoline in accordance with local
regulations.