2005 SO Johnson 4 Stroke 9.9-15HP Outboards Service Manual, Page 243Get this manual
Outboard Fuel, Electrical System, and Safety
The fuel system starts here at the fuel tank .and ends here at the fuel injector
The electrical system begins here at the battery
.and ends here on the powerhead
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: Fuel leakage must be eliminatedStray electric sparks must be avoided
whaicouci""ha pen? ipWhen not boating, fuel leaking in car trunk or van, or place where portable tank is stored (base-ment or cottage), could be ignited by any open flame or spark (furnace pilot light, etci When boating, fuel leaking under the engine cover could be ignited by damaged or deterioratedelectrical part or loose wire connection making stray sparks -_ _- - - _._ _ _-_
How Can Fire and Explosion Be Minimized?
Read, understand, and follow manufacturer's instructions Follow warnings marked uLD closely Do not substitute fuel or electrical systems parts with other parts which may look the sameSome electrical parts, like starter motors, are of special design to prevent stray sparks outside their cases Replace wires, sleeves, and boots which are cracked or torn or look in poor conditionWhen mixing and refueling, always mix gas and oil outside Always fill the tank outside the boat