before it is able to travel through the fuel system and to your engine. When replacing the filter cartridges
for the fuel water separators, coat the rubber seal with a film of grease or oil to help prevent sticking.
Please refer to the owner’s manual provided by your engine manufacturer for proper procedures. Some
engines will not have a separate fuel water separator located in the bilge. In this case, the engine
manufacturer will install it in the engine. Check engine specs.
Primer Bulbs
Depending on your selection of the various optional engine packages, your boat may be equipped with
primer bulbs. If required, a primer bulb will be installed for each engine. Primer bulbs are used to prime
the fuel pump in the motor with fuel. Squeeze the primer bulb a few times until resistance is felt. If no
resistance develops and the fuel pump will not prime, you may be out of fuel, the primer bulb may be
defective, or a leak may have developed allowing air into the system. The primer bulbs (if applicable) are
located with the rigging tubes where they exit the bilge and are easy to get to by standing on the dive
platform.
Note: Not all engines require primer bulbs. Refer to the engine manual for verification.
Oil Tank and Oil Fill
Depending on your selection of the various optional engine packages (i.e., oil injected outboard engines),
your boat may be equipped with remote oil tanks. If your engine package requires the installation of an
oil tank, it will be installed in the bilge area. The exact mounting location is dependent upon which power
package you have selected. The oil fill will be installed on the transom and in close proximity to the oil
tank.
Make sure that the oil tanks are well stocked with the type of engine oil that is recommended by your
engine manufacturer for your engines; refer to your engine manual. It is imperative that the oil supply
remains clean and uncontaminated by water or dirt. Check to make sure the oil lines are free from leaks,
kinks and chafing. Some motors use a primer bulb to initiate oil flow. Air may periodically enter the
system and require purging. Refer to your engine manual for specific instructions.
If your optional engine package requires the installation of remote oil tanks, please refer to the owner’s
manual provided by the engine manufacturer for operational procedures and for information related to the
care and maintenance of their product. When in doubt, always defer to the engine manufacturer’s
instructions and/or recommendations.
Fuel / Oil Leaks
The fuel tank is vented overboard and the vent should be inspected for obstructions regularly. Ensure all
of the fuel hoses remain properly secured and located according to NMMA standards. Inspect all hose
clamps and fittings to ensure they are double clamped where needed and that there are no fuel leaks in
any of the hoses. Also, inspect the oil system, if applicable, and ensure that the oil tank and hoses
remain properly connected and secured.
If you notice a fuel odor or see fuel in the bilge, there may be a leak somewhere in the fuel system.
Correct any fuel leaks before operating the vessel.
Caution: If at all possible
, any fuel tank and or fuel system repair should be handled by
your Pro-Line dealer’s Service Department or by another qualified service professional.
Stereo Equipment (Optional)
Please refer to the owner’s manuals provided by the manufacturer of the stereo components listed in this
section for operational procedures and for information related to the care and maintenance of their
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