TOHATSU EverRun MX 40D2 Manuel De L'utilisateur page 17

Use of alcohol free gasoline
CAUTION
Use of gasoline containing alcohol can
cause engine starting and/or operating dif-
ficulties, wear of and damages to engine
parts, and deterioration of chemical parts,
which may lead to shortening of your out-
board motor's life.
Note
The adverse effect caused by the alcohol
content is more severe with methanol than
with ethanol.
TOHATSU recommend the use of gasoline
if its ethanol content is less than 10% or
methanol content is less than 5%, only in
case alcohol free gasoline is not available.
The alcohol component of the gasoline
absorbs moisture from the air, which may
disturb regular fuel flow in the fuel system,
and also accelerate rusting of engine
parts.
Mixing of the moisture in the engine oil can
also deteriorate the properties of the lubri-
cant.
If the use of gasoline containing alcohol is
inevitable, or presence of alcohol is sus-
pected in the gasoline, it is strongly recom-
mended to add a filter that has water
separating capability, and check the fuel
system for leaks and mechanical parts for
corrosion and abnormal wear more fre-
quently.
And, in case any of such abnormality is
found, discontinue the use of such gaso-
line and contact our dealer immediately.
PRE-OPERATING PREPARATIONS
Damages resulting from the use of gaso-
lines that contain alcohol are not covered
under the limited warranty.
Fuel tank capacity : 25 liters (6.6 U.S. gal)
Fuel Tank : When using a fixed fuel tank in
place of genuine fuel tank, it is recom-
mended to select a one with a structure
facilitating interior cleaning.
WARNING
Do not fill the fuel tank over capacity. The
rise of gasoline temperature may cause
gasoline to expand which, if overfilled, may
leak through air vent screw when it is open.
Leaking gasoline is a dangerous fire haz-
ard.
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