Boston Whaler 20 Justice Series, Operation & Maintenance Manual

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Section 3 Fuel Systems
Bonding System
A green #8 awg insulated copper wire forms a com-
mon bond among the fuel tank, the fuel fill assembly,
and the bonding plate on the hull.
Maintenance
Check the bonding system periodically to assure that
the wire and connections are not broken or damaged.
You can verify the integrity of the system by checking
for continuity with an ohmmeter or continuity light
between the grounding plate and the fuel fill assembly.
If the meter or light indicates a break in continuity,
replace the bonding system wires. After testing, coat
all screws and terminals with liquid neoprene.
Repair
The following procedure covers the removal and
installation of the bonding system wires. Bonding
wires are accessed through the deck access plates
and access hatches.
Perform a continuity test as described in Bonding
System Maintenance . Remove the screw at each
terminal location of the faulty wire. Attach a new wire
to the end of the faulty wire and use the faulty wire to
pull the new wire into position. Secure the wire to the
terminal with a screw. Coat the terminal and screw
with liquid neoprene.