Pre-Operating Preparations; Gasoline And Engine Oil - TOHATSU MFS 6B 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-
g r ad e a u t o mo t i v e g a s ol i ne t h at
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contain fuel injector cleaner are
preferred for added internal engine
cleanliness. Leaded gasoline is not
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recommended.
INTERNATIONAL :
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Use a major brand of automotive
unleaded gasoline with a minimum
posted octane rating of 91RON.
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Automotive gasoline that contain
fuel injector cleaner are preferred for
added internal engine cleanliness.
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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.
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We recommend use for Fuel stabilizer.
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Do not fill the fuel tank over capacity.
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The rise of gasoline temperature may
cause gasoline to expand which, if
overfilled, may leak through an air vent
screw when it is open. Leaking gasoline
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is a dangerous fire hazard.
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Consult an authorized dealer for details
on handling of 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 well
ventilated area.
Wipe up any spilled gasoline
immediately.
After cleaning gasoline tank :
Wipe up any spilled gasoline
immediately.
If the fuel tank is disassembled for
cleaning, reassemble carefully.
Imperfect assembly may cause a
fuel leak, possibly leading to fire or
explosion.
Dispose of aged or contaminated
gasoline in accordance with local
regulations.