Four winns 328 Vista, Owner'S Manual

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Section I
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3. Before starting to fuel:
a. Ensure that boat is moored securely.
b. Close all ports, windows, doors and hatches.
c. Be sure the proper type of grade of fuel as rec-
ommended by your engine manual is used.
d. Determine how much additional fuel is required
to avoid overflow.
4. During fueling:
Keep the fill nozzle in contact with the fuel opening
at all times to guard against possible static spark.
See Figure I6.
Figure I6: Grounding Fuel Hose
Spilled fuel is a fire and explosion hazard. DO
NOT overflow the tank or allow fuel spills into the
hull or bilges. Avoid overboard spills. Visually
monitor the fuel vent located on either the tran-
som or side of the hull. When the tank is full,
fuel will flow from the fuel vent.
5. After fueling:
a. Replace all fill caps securely.
b. Wipe up any spilled fuel.
c. Open all ports, windows, doors and hatches.
e. Determine that there is no odor of gasoline in the
engine compartment or below decks before start-
ing machinery, turning on lights or lighting stove.
Operate the bilge blower system for at least four
(4) minutes before engine start-up.
f. Be prepared to cast off moorings as soon as
engines are started.