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Chapter 5
CHECKING FUEL SYSTEM
GENERATOR
FEED
FUEL
SENDER
FUEL FILL
VENTENGINE
FEED
TYPICAL OUTBOARD EPA FUEL SYSTEM
Before each outing check the fuel tank components in-
cluding hoses and related clamps. Be sure to sni for
gasoline vapors in the process. If any vapors exist nd
the source of the leak and repair as needed. At that point
ventilate the compartment until vapor smell is gone.
Read and understand the following fuel system warning
labels.
AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
FROM EXPLOSION OR FIRE
RESULTING FROM LEAKING FUEL
INSPECT ENTIRE FUEL SYSTEM AT LEAST
ONCE A YEAR.
AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
FROM EXPLOSION OR FIRE!
NEVER STORE FUEL OR FLAMMABLE
LIQUIDS ON BOARD.
TANK
LABEL
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