PURSUIT OS 375, Owner'S Manual

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SPILLED FUEL CAN CAUSE A FIRE OR AN EXPLOSION. MAKE SURE YOU DO
NOT SPILL ANY FUEL. IF A SMALL AMOUNT OF FUEL IS SPILLED ON THE FI-
BERGLASS, USE A CLOTH TO REMOVE THE FUEL AND PROPERLY DISPOSE OF
THE CONTAMINATED CLOTH. IF FUEL IS SPILLED ON THE WATER, EXERCISE
EXTREME CAUTION. FUEL FLOATS ON THE SURFACE OF THE WATER AND CAN
IGNITE. IF FUEL IS SPILLED INTO THE WATER, IMMEDIATELY EVACUATE THE
AREA AND NOTIFY THE MARINA AND THE PROPER OFFICIALS.
9. Remove the nozzle.
10. Install and tighten the fuel cap. Be careful not to overtighten the cap.
11. Check the fuel compartment and below the deck for fuel odors. If you smell
fuel, do not start the engine.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A FIRE AND/OR EXPLOSION, DO NOT START THE
ENGINE(S) WHEN FUEL FUMES ARE PRESENT. FUEL FUMES ARE DANGEROUS
AND HARMFUL TO YOUR HEALTH. MAKE SURE ALL GASOLINE ODORS ARE IN-
VESTIGATED IMMEDIATELY.
3.5 Fuel System Maintenance
PERIODICALLY INSPECT ALL FUEL FILTERS, PRIMER BULBS, CONNECTIONS,
CLAMPS AND HOSES FOR LEAKAGE AND DAMAGE OR DETERIORATION. RE-
PLACE AS NECESSARY.
AFTER THE FILTER ELEMENT HAS BEEN CHANGED, PRIME THE FUEL SYSTEM
AND CHECK ALL FITTINGS FOR LEAKS BEFORE AND AFTER STARTING THE
ENGINES.
Spray the valves, fuel tank gauge sender and ground connections with a metal protector.
Frequently inspect and lubricate the fuel fill cap o-ring seals with petroleum jelly or silicone grease. The o-
ring seal prevents water from entering the fuel system through the fuel fill cap and it should be immediately
replaced if there is any sign of damage or deterioration.
The age of gasoline can affect engine performance. Chemical changes occur as the gasoline ages that can
cause deposits and varnish in the fuel system as well as reduce the octane rating of the fuel. Severely degraded
fuel can damage the engine and boat fuel tank and lines. Therefore, if your boat is not being run enough to
require at least one full tank of fresh fuel a month, a fuel stabilizer should be added to the gasoline to protect
the fuel from degradation. Do not allow the boat to sit unused for an extended period with the fuel tanks less
than full. Changes in temperature and weather conditions can cause condensation in fuel tanks that are less
than 3/4 full. Your dealer or the engine manufacturer can provide additional information on fuel degradation
and fuel stabilizers recommended for your engine.