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    Pre-operation checks

           EJU32282                             z If any fuel leakage is found, the fuel sys-
             Pre-operation check points
                                                  tem must be repaired by a qualified me-
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           Pre-launch checks                      chanic. Improper repairs can make the
           Perform the pre-launch checks in the pre-op-  watercraft unsafe to operate.
           eration checklist while the watercraft is  on
                                                Make sure that there is no damage, leakage,
           land.
                                                or other problem in the fuel system.
           To perform the pre-launch checks:
                                                Check:
           (1) Remove the hood. (See page 26 for hood
                                                z Carburetor for leakage
              removal and installation procedures.)
                                                z Fuel filler cap and seal for damage
           (2) Perform the checks and make sure that
                                                z Fuel in fuel tank for water and dirt
              there are no malfunctioning items or oth-
                                                z Fuel tank for damage and leakage
              er problems.
                                                z Fuel hoses and joints for damage and leak-
           (3) After completing these checks, install the
                                                  age
              hood in its original position.
                                                z Fuel filter for leakage
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           Engine compartment check             z Fuel cock for leakage
           EWJ00462                             z Fuel tank breather hose  for damage and
               WARNING                            leakage
           Failure  to  ventilate the engine compart-  Releasing the pressure in the fuel tank
           ment could result in a fire or explosion. Do  Release the pressure in the fuel tank before
           not start the engine if there is a fuel leak.  each use.
                                                To release the pressure in the fuel tank:
           Ventilate the engine compartment. Leave the
                                                (1) Loosen the fuel filler cap slowly and re-
           engine compartment open for a few minutes
                                                   move it to release any pressure in the fuel
           to allow any fuel vapors to escape.
                                                   tank.
           Make sure that there is no damage inside the
           engine compartment.

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                                                  1 Fuel filler cap
                                                (2) Securely install the fuel filler cap by tight-
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           Fuel system checks                      ening it until it clicks.
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                                                Fuel level check
               WARNING
                                                Check the fuel level in the fuel tank.
           Leaking fuel can result in fire or explosion.
           z Check for fuel leakage regularly.

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