1970 Johnson 1.5 HP Outboard Motor Service Manual, Page 21Get this manual
3-6 leakage sti1l eXists, remove the lead shot with an appropriate sharp toolSee Figure 3-14Clean and inspect casting openingIf the casting opening is normal, instal1 new lead shot and f1atten out with light hammer tapsCheck for leakageFUEL TANK Inspect the fil1er place if necessaryand gasket for wear, damage, or leakage; rewash-
Figure 3-14Removing Lead Shot
Remove shut-off valveRemove gum and varnish deposits ing in Accessory Engine CleanerInspect the seams of the fuel tank for leakagereplace tank or repair the damaged seam
leakage occurs,
The fuel tank MUST entirely free from gas fumes before weldingFlush the tank thorougbly with solvent and allow to dryMake sure that filler is removed while weldingdFlush tank with clear gasoline or solvent at least
REASSEMBLY
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS Reassemble the carburetor, paying particular" attention to the fol1owing proceduredust, dirt, lint out of the carburetor during reassemblysure that parts are clean and free from gum and varnish when reassembling themReplace gaskets and sealing washersDO NOT attempt to use original gaskets washers, as leaks develop after the engine is back in useFLOAT AND CHAMBER Install and tighten the high-speed nozzleber boss gasketInstal1 new f10at chamf10at and hinge pin