TOHATSU MX 50D2 - Page 48

INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE48
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Cleaning tanks and filters
Gasoline and its vapors are very inflamma-
ble and can be explosive.
 Do not start this procedure while engine
is operating or hot even after stopping it.
 Place fuel filter away from every source
of ignition such as sparks or open
flames.
 Wipe off gasoline well immediately if
spilled.
 Install fuel filter with all related parts in
place, or fuel leak could occur, leading
to catching fire or explosion.
 Check fuel system regularly for leakage.
 Contact Tohatsu dealer for fuel system
services. Services by unqualified person
could lead to engine damage.
 Fuel filters are provided inside the fuel
tank and on the engine.
Loosen a Fuel Pick-up Elbow and
remove it. Then clean the Fuel Filter.
 Cleaning Fuel Tank
Water or dirt in the fuel tank may cause
engine trouble.
Clean the tank at specified times or after
long time storage (over three months).
 Clean the filters on the engine after
removing the fuel filter cases.
WARNING
Fuel Pick-up
Elbow
Filter
Fuel filter
Filter
O-ring
Cup
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