BEFORE YOU OPERATEYM Series Operation Manual 2912/05Filling the Fuel TankBefore filling fuel tank for the firsttime:WARNINGFire and Explosion Hazard.Never refuel with the engine running.Rinse fuel tank with kerosene or dieselfuel. Dispose of waste properly.To fill the fuel tank:WARNINGFire and Explosion Hazard.Operate bilge ventilation (blowers) for aminimum of 5 minutes to purge fumesfrom engine compartment afterrefueling. Never operate bilge blowerwhile refueling. Doing so can pumpexplosive fumes into the enginecompartment and result in anexplosion.1. Clean the area around the fuel cap.2. Remove the fuel cap from the fuel tank.3. Fill the tank with clean fuel free of oiland dirt.WARNINGFire and Explosion Hazard.Hold the hose nozzle firmly againstthe filler port while filling. Thisprevents static electricity buildupwhich could cause sparks and ignitefuel vapors.4. Stop fueling when the gauge shows thefuel tank is full.WARNINGFire and Explosion Hazard.Never overfill the fuel tank.5. Replace the fuel cap and hand-tighten.Over-tightening the fuel cap willdamage it.
