Cleaning Care For Top Cowl; Fuel System - Mercury 225 User Manual

2. Lift off the top cowl.
INSTALLATION
1. Lower top cowl into position over engine. Make sure it fits properly in the rubber seal.
2. Lock cowl by moving the cowl lock latches downward.

Cleaning Care for Top Cowl

IMPORTANT: Dry wiping (wiping the plastic surface when it is dry) will result in minor surface scratches. Always
wet the surface before cleaning. Follow cleaning and waxing procedure.
CLEANING AND WAXING PROCEDURE
1. Before washing, rinse the top cowl with clean water to remove dirt and dust that may scratch the surface.
2. Wash the top cowl with clean water and a mild non-abrasive soap. Use a soft clean cloth when washing.
3. Dry thoroughly with a soft clean cloth.
4. Wax the surface using a non-abrasive automotive polish (polish designed for clear coat finishes). Remove
the applied wax by hand using a clean soft cloth.

Fuel System

Avoid serious injury or death from gasoline fire or explosion. Carefully follow all fuel system service instructions.
Always stop the engine and do not smoke or allow open flames or sparks in the area while servicing any part
of the fuel system.
Before servicing any part of the fuel system, stop engine and disconnect the battery. Drain the fuel system
completely. Use an approved container to collect and store fuel. Wipe up any spillage immediately. Material used
to contain spillage must be disposed of in an approved receptacle. Any fuel system service must be performed in
a well ventilated area. Inspect any completed service work for sign of fuel leakage.
FUEL LINE INSPECTION
Visually inspect the fuel line and primer bulb for cracks, swelling, leaks, hardness, or other signs of deterioration
or damage. If any of these conditions are found, the fuel line or primer bulb must be replaced.
ENGINE FUEL FILTER
Inspect the sight bowl for water accumulation. If any water is in the fuel, the red ring in the sight bowl will float. If
water is present, remove sight bowl and drain the water. Also inspect the filter element for sediment. Clean filter
as follows.
MAINTENANCE
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