Engine Operation; Starting - TOHATSU 40B2 Owner's Manual

44 ENGINE OPERATION

ENGINE OPERATION

1. Starting

WARNING
!
In case engine starts in gear, do not
start cruising. Stop engine immediately
and consult an authorized dealer.
Note
The engine will not start unless
the switch lock has been properly
connected into the emergency stop
switch.
WARNING
!
6
Do not operate the engine with gear
case out of water.
Severe personal injury, or engine
damage will result.
!
Never fill up portable fuel tanks on board
to avoid fire or explosion resulting from
spilled gasoline. If gasoline is ever spilled
on board, wipe it up thoroughly. Fuel
tanks must always be filled up on land.
Preparations
Except for USA and Canada model
(regular tank)
① Full open the air vent screw on the
tank cap.
CAUTION
Air vent Screw
For USA and Canada model
(EPA approved tank)
① Full open the air vent screw on the
tank cap and turn the tank cap
until it contacts the tab lock. Close
the tank cap after completely re-
leasing pressure.
Air vent Screw
② For the 30, 40 and 50 models,
insert the fuel connector into the
connector in the engine side.
30 · 40 · 50
For the 75, 90 and 115 model,
remove the cap from the fuel hose
nipple and then connect the hose
coming from the fuel tank.
After connection, be sure to fasten
the hose tightly with a hose band
or the like.
75 90 115
Fuel hose nipple
Fuel hose in fuel tank side
Tab lock
Cap