2007 Johnson 2 HP 4-Stroke Service Manual, Page 155Get this manual
Outboard Fuel, Electrical System, and Safety
The electrical system begins here at the battery
The fuel system starts here at the fuel tank.and ends here at the fuel injector
.and ends here on the powerhead
What is most important? Fuel leakage must be eliminated Stray electric sparks must be avoided
What could happen? When not boating, fuel leaking in car trunk or van, or place where portable tank is stored (basement or cottage), could be ignited by any open flame or spark (furnace pilot light, etcelectrical part or loose wire connection making stray sparks
When boating, fuel leaking under the engine cover could be ignited by damaged or deteriorated
How Can Fire and Explosion Be Minimized? Read, understand, and follow manufacturer's instructions Follow warnings marked" closely Do not substitute fuel or electrical systems parts with other parts which may look the sameSome