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ENGINE
FEED
FUEL
SENDER
FUEL FILL
VENT
TAN K
GROUND
TYPICAL EPA FUEL SYSTEM
Checking Fuel System
Before each outing check the fuel tank compo-
nents including hoses and related clamps. Be sure
to sniff for gasoline vapors in the process. If any
vapors exist fi nd the source of the leak and repair
as needed. At that point ventilate the compartment
until all vapor smell is gone.
Read and understand the following fuel system
warning labels.
WARNING
AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
FROM EXPLOSION OR FIRE
RESULTING FROM LEAKING FUEL!
INSPECT ENTIRE FUEL SYSTEM
AT LEAST ONCE A YEAR.
WARNING
AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
FROM EXPLOSION OR FIRE!
NEVER STORE FUEL
OR FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS
ON BOARD.