Low Permeation Fuel Hose Requirement; Equipped For United States And Canada Model - TOHATSU MFS 15C Owner's Manual

because the alcohol in the gasoline can
absorb moisture from the air, resulting in
a separation of the water/alcohol from the
gasoline in the fuel tank.
These may cause increased:
C orrosion of metal parts
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D eterioration of rubber or plastic
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parts
F uel permeation through rubber fuel
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lines
S tarting and operating difficulties
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WARNING
!
Fuel leakage can cause fire or explosion,
potentially leading to severe injury or
loss of life. Every fuel system part should
be checked periodically, and especially
after long term storage, for fuel leak,
change of hardness of rubber, expansion
and/or corrosion of metals. In case any
indication of fuel leakage or degradation
of fuel part is found, replace relevant part
immediately before continuing operation.
If the use of gasoline containing
alcohol is inevitable, or presence of
alcohol is suspected in the gasoline,
it is recommended to add a filter that
has water separating capability, and
check the fuel system for leaks and
mechanical parts for corrosion and
abnormal wear more frequently.
And, in case any of such abnormality
is found, discontinue the use of such
gasoline and contact our dealer
immediately.
Damages resulting from the use of
gasolines that contain alcohol are not
covered under the limited warranty.
Fuel tank capacity :
12 liters (3.17 U.S. gal)
Fuel Tank : When using a fixed fuel
tank in place of genuine fuel tank, it is
recommended to select a one with a
PRE-OPERATING PREPARATIONS
structure facilitating interior cleaning.
WARNING
!
Do not fill the fuel tank over capacity. The
rise of gasoline temperature may cause
gasoline to expand which, if overfilled,
may leak through air vent screw when it
is open. Leaking gasoline is a dangerous
fire hazard.
CAUTION
!
When operating a TOHATSU engine on
gasoline containing alcohol, storage of
gasoline in the fuel tank for long periods
should be avoided. Long periods of
storage, c ommon to b oats, c reate
unique problems. In cars, alcohol blend
fuels normally are consumed before
they can absorb enough moisture to
cause trouble, but boats often sit idle
long enough for pha se separation
to take place. In addition, internal
corrosion may take place during storage
if alcohol has washed protective oil films
from internal components.

2. Low permeation fuel hose requirement

EQUIPPED FOR UNITED STATES
AND CANADA MODEL
Required for outboards manufactured
for sale, sold, or offered for sale in the
United States
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TOHATSU engine has used fuel
h o s e s fo r T h e E nv i ro n m e nt a l
Protection Agency (EPA) requires
from January 1, 2011.
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