Starting The Engine - TOHATSU MFS 50A Owner's Manual

running or when the outboard motor is
tilted up. Otherwise, fuel could overflow.
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WARNING
When using EPA approval fuel tank, only
use a primer bulb/hose assembly that has
a Fuel Demand Valve (FDV) installed in the
fuel hose or a sealing mechanism in the
fuel connector as shown below.
FDV and fuel connector that has an sealing
mechanism prevent pressurized fuel spill-
age when the fuel connector is connected
to the engine.
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1. FDV in fuel hose
2. Sealing mechanism in fuel connector
3. Identification
Do NOT use a primer bulb/hose assembly
that does not contain a Fuel Demand Valve
or a sealing mechanism as shown below:
otherwise fuel spillage may occur when the
connector is connected to the engine.
Please disconnect fuel connector except
when operating engine. Fuel leakage is a
fire or explosion hazard, which can cause
serious injury or death.
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When the engine is started in the test tank,
to avoid over heating and water pump
damage, be sure the water level is at least
10 cm (4 in.) above the anti ventilation
plate.
And be sure to remove the propeller, when
starting the engine in the test tank. (See
page 27)
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3
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1. Over 10 cm (4 in.)
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Be sure to stop engine immediately if cool-
ing water check port is not discharging
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water, and check if cooling water intake is
blocked. Operating engine could lead to
overheating potentially leading to engine
damage. Consult an authorized dealer if
the cause cannot be found.
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Do not keep turning starter motor for over
5 seconds, or the battery may be con-
sumed, potentially making the engine start-
ENGINE OPERATION

2. Starting the engine

CAUTION
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