Everglades 455 CC, Owner'S Manual

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FUEL SYSTEM
5.1 General
The Gasoline fuel system used in Everglades boats
sold in the United States is designed to meet or
exceed the emission control standards of the
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the
requirements of the U.S. Coast Guard, the Boating
Industry Association and the American Boat and
Yacht Council in effect at the time of manufacture.
All gasoline fuel systems have been factory in-
spected and pressure tested in accordance with
regulations in effect at the time of manufacture.
This inspection assures that the system is air tight,
leak proof and safe. It is the responsibility of the
purchaser to maintain it in that condition. Make
frequent inspections to assure that no deteriora-
tion or loosening of connections is resulting from
vibration.
DANGER
DO NOT LET THE ODOR OF GASOLINE GO UNCHECKED.
ANY ODOR OF GASOLINE MUST BE IMMEDIATELY
INVESTIGATED AND STEPS TAKEN TO PROTECT THE BOAT
AND ITS OCCUPANTS UNTIL THE PROBLEM IS CORRECTED.
IF THE ODOR OF GASOLINE IS NOTED, SHUT OFF ALL
ENGINES AND ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT. INVESTIGATE
AND CORRECT THE SITUATION IMMEDIATELY. HAVE ALL
PASSENGERS PUT ON PERSONAL FLOTATION DEVICES AND
KEEP A FIRE EXTINGUISHER READY UNTIL THE SITUATION
IS RESOLVED.
Fuel Withdrawal Tubes
The fuel withdrawal tubes are positioned in the
fuel tank to achieve optimum fuel usage, fuel
line routing, etc. At certain speeds and hull trim
angles, the fuel supply at the withdrawal tank
location can increase or decrease accordingly. Be
extremely careful when attempting to operate the
boat when low on fuel. Though some fuel may be
in the tank, the relative trim angle of the boat may
cause the fuel to flow away from the withdrawals.
Fuel Gauge
Indicates the amount of fuel in the tank. Due to
the mechanical nature of the fuel sender, varia-
tions in readings during various speeds of opera-
tion may occur. This system is merely a relative
indication of the available fuel supply and not a
calibrated instrument.
Fuel Fills
The fuel tank is vented through the fill fittings
and caps. The system is equipped with “key -
less” fuel caps located on the port and starboard
gunnels designed to seal out water and allow the
fuel tank to vent to the atmosphere when the
caps are closed.
Each fuel fill is opened by pressing the release
button on the side of the cap. After fueling, make
sure to close and latch the cap. Be sure to use
the proper type and grade of fuel. Refer to the
engine owner’s manual for additional information.
Fuel Tank Vent
Your boat is equipped with a fuel tank vent system
incorporated into each fuel fill. The fuel fill caps
are designed to seal out water and allow the fuel
tank to vent to the atmosphere when the caps
are closed.
While the tank is being filled, air displaced by
the fuel escapes through the vent and fuel fill.
When the tank is full, special valves incorporated
in the vent and fill hoses close and activate the
automatic shutoff valve on the marina fuel pump
nozzle to prevent the tank from being overfilled
and/or fuel from being ejected from the fuel fill/
vent fitting. You should never attempt to “top off”
the tank after the nozzle shutoff has activated.
The shutoff valves will not allow additional fuel to
be added after they close and could be damaged
Chapter 5:
Typical Fuel Fill