Suzuki DF15 Manuel Du Propriétaire page 9

NOTICE
Gasoline kept in the fuel tank for long
periods of time will produce varnish and
gum, which can damage the engine.
Always use fresh gasoline.
FILLING THE FUEL TANK
To fill the fuel tank:
1. Always stop the engine before refilling the
tank.
2. Remove the portable fuel tank from the boat
to refill it.
 WARNING
Gasoline is extremely flammable and
toxic. It can cause a fire and can be haz-
ardous to people and pets.
Always take the following precautions
when refueling:
• Never permit anyone other than an
adult to refill the fuel tank.
• If you use a portable fuel tank, always
stop the motor and remove the fuel
tank from the boat to refill it.
• Do not fill the fuel tank all the way to
the top or fuel may overflow when it
expands due to heating by the sun.
• Be careful not to spill fuel. If you do,
wipe it up immediately.
• Do not smoke, and keep away from
open flames and sparks.
NOTICE
Fuels containing alcohol can cause paint
damage, which is not covered under the
New Outboard Motor Limited Warranty.
Be careful not to spill fuel containing
alcohol while refueling. If fuel is spilled,
wipe it up immediately.
3. Turn the air-vent screw 1 on top of the fuel
tank cap 2 fully counterclockwise to open
the vent.
NOTE:
VENT SCREW should be CLOSED for trans-
portation and OPEN for OPERATlON and CAP
REMOVAL.
4. Locate the pressure relief tab 3 under the
fuel tank cap and turn the cap counterclock-
wise until the tab engages the first lock.
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