Fuel Requirements - ILMOR MV-10 Owner's Manual & Installation Manual

Owner's Manual &
Installation Instructions
Revision 6e

Fuel Requirements

The ILMOR MV10 550, 570, 625, and 7-10 are high-performance engine and requires
premium fuel, with a minimum octane rating of 91 (R+M)/2.
Use of lower octane fuels will cause spark knock (pinging). Continued heavy spark
knock can cause severe engine damage.
Warranty Information
It will be considered misuse of the engine(s) if they are damaged through the use of
improper, low quality or low octane gasoline. The warranty does not cover repairs to
damage caused by misuse.
Gasoline containing Alcohol
Gasoline containing high levels of ethanol or methanol alcohol is not recommended for
use in the MV10. This is primarily due to the fact that the alcohol in the fuel absorbs
water. This water in the fuel can cause corrosion and extensive damage in the fuel
system. If the presence of alcohol in the gasoline is unknown, frequent inspections
of the fuel system are required.
CAUTION
Fire and Explosion Hazard
Gasoline is extremely explosive and highly flammable, and if ignited can cause serious
bodily damage or even death. Careful inspection of the entire fuel system for leaks and or
deterioration must be part of daily maintenance of the engines. This inspection is
mandatory after long periods of storage. The items to be checked include the fuel tanks,
fuel lines, fuel pump, regulator, the fuel rails, and all fittings in the system. Replace any
component which shows any signs of corrosion, leakage, deterioration, swelling,
hardening or softening.
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