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Gasoline Containing Alcohol
CAUTION DO NOT use any gasoline that contains METHANOL. This fuel is very corrosive and will create unsafe operating conditions to the boat’s fuel system and serious damage to the engine. Any engine damage caused by the use of methanol will not be covered by the engine’s warranty.
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CAUTION Use of ethanol blended fuel rated E10 or less is acceptable. DO NOT use fuels rated higher than E10. Ethanol fuels rated higher than E10 could potentially damage the engine and/or present an unsafe boat fuel system. Damage to the engine resulting from the use of ethanol fuel rated higher than E10 IS NOT covered by the engine’s warranty.
If ethanol blended fuel rated E10 or less is used, or if the presence of alcohol is uncertain, inspections and service of the complete fuel system are required more frequently. Any sign of fuel leakage or deterioration must be repaired immediately before further engine operation. It is also important to know that ethanol blended fuel will act as a solvent and will attract and hold moisture.
NOTICE
Fuel system or engine damage caused by contamination from water, foreign particles, sludge, or gums entering or forming in the fuel system is not covered by the engine’s limited warranty.
