Yamaha F20B Owner's Manual

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Operation37oil leaks.2. Operate each of the power tilt switchesto check that all switches work.3. Tilt the outboard motor up and checkthat the tilt rod is pushed out completely.4. Check that the tilt rod is free of corrosionor other flaws.5. Tilt the outboard motor down. Checkthat the tilt rod operates smoothly.EMU36582BatteryCheck that the battery is in good condition,and fully charged. Check that the batteryconnections are clean, secure and coveredby insulating covers. The electrical contactsof the battery and cables must be clean andproperly connected or the battery will notstart the engine.Refer to the battery manufacturer’s instruc-tions for checks for your particular battery.EMU27437Filling fuelWARNINGEWM01830 Gasoline and its vapors are highly flam-mable and explosive. Always refuel ac-cording to this procedure to reduce therisk of fire and explosion. Gasoline is poisonous and can causeinjury or death. Handle gasoline withcare. Never siphon gasoline by mouth.If you should swallow some gasoline orinhale a lot of gasoline vapor, or getsome gasoline in your eyes, see yourdoctor immediately. If gasoline spillson your skin, wash with soap and wa-ter. If gasoline spills on your clothing,change your clothes.1. Be sure the engine is stopped.2. Disconnect the fuel line from the fueltank and tighten the air vent screw onthe fuel tank cap.3. Remove the portable tank from the boat.4. Be sure you are in a well-ventilated out-door area, either securely moored ortrailered.5. Do not smoke and keep away fromsparks, flames, static electric discharge,or other sources of ignition.1. Tilt rodZMU06598ZMU02301