1990 Johnson Evinrude "ES" Cross V 88 thru 115, 150 thru 175, P/N 507874, Page 365Get this manual
Outboard Fuel, Electrical System and Persons Safety The Fuel System starts here at the fuel tank The Electrical System begins here at the battery
and ends here at the carburetor
_ _and ends here on the powerhead
What's Important? Fuel Leakage must be eliminated Stray electric sparks must be avoided
What Could Happen?
Gasoline can ignite and burn easilyGasoline vapors can ignite and explodeWhen not boating, fuel leaking in car trunk or vanor place where portable tank is stored (basement, cottage) could be ignited by any open flame or spark (furnace pilot light, etcWhen boatingfuel leaking under the motor cover could be ignited by damaged or deteriorated electrical part or loose wire connection making stray sparks
How Can Fire and Explosion Be Minimized? Read, Understand, and Follow manufacturers InstructionsFollow warnings marked