Dufour CATAMARAN 48, User Manual

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DY CAT 48
IX.
FUEL SYSTEM
The boat is fitted with two tanks. Each of them is filled separately. Check the fuel gauge of each tank
on the electrical
board. To switch from one tank to the other, press the "Port Fuel" button
or “Stbd
Fuel” one. The number are in % of capacity of the tank.
Flexible hoses for fuel must be replaced by pipes with the same marking in case of deterioration. Do
the same for all fuel lines.
ATTENTION !
•
The nominal fuel capacity is not fully usable depending on the plate and the loading of
your boat. For safety, keep a reserve of 20%.
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Avoid contact between flammable materials and hot parts of the motor.
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Remedy any spillage of fuel in the vessel while filling the tanks.
Never:
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Store flammable material in unventilated spaces.
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Smoke while filling the tanks.
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Obstruct the ventilation openings (vent, Engine aeration Grille): Make sure they are clear.
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Modify the installation unless it is performed by a qualified technician in this area.
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Keep the fuel tanks as full as possible (to avoid condensation)