Baja Performance H2X, Owner'S Manual

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3.2
S
eCtion
3 • u
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y
our
B
oat
H2X
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3. f
uelinG The
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The fuel fill cap is located on the port side of the
boat (figure 3.2.1). Do not mistake the water tank
fill and waste pump out caps for the gasoline
fill cap.
Refer to your engine manual for the proper grade
of gasoline.
b
efore
f
uelinG
• fuel during daylight hours.
• Tie boat to the dock.
• shut off engine, bilge blower and all other
electrical equipment.
2. T
railer
l
aunchinG anD
l
oaDinG
your trailer must be capable of carrying the boat’s
weight as well as supporting the boat near the keel,
front (bow), and rear (stern) areas. Using a trailer
not designed to support the boat properly, can cause
structural damage to the hull. a damaged hull can
be unsafe.
PROPER TOWING OF A BOAT AND TRAILER
REQUIRES SPECIAL SKILLS. MAKE CERTAIN YOU
PRACTICE HOW TO MANEUVER A BOAT AND
TRAILER AND GET TRAINING BEFORE TOWING,
LAUNCHING, AND LOADING YOUR BOAT.
F
uel
F
ill
l
oCation
(F
ig
. 3.2.1)
fuel Tank Opening
fuel fill Cap
An improper trailer can cause structural damage to
the hull.
A damaged hull can be unsafe; it could cause the
boat to sink.
Use a trailer that can properly support the boat’s
weight and shape. Get professional help in picking
the right trailer for your boat.
! WARNING
NO SMOKING
GASOLINE VAPORS ARE EXPLOSIVE
! DANGER
! DANGER
Gasoline vapors can explode from static
electricity if fueling is not done properly.
Read and understand this section and
section 5 • Fuel System
!
WARNING
Leaking fuel is a fire and explosion hazard. Inspect
system regularly. Examine fuel tanks for leaks or
corrosion at least annually.
NOTICE
GASOLINE RECOMMENDATIONS
Minimum octane rating of 87 AKI.
Refer to the engine owner’s manual
for additional information