Robalo R206 Cayman, Owner'S/Operator'S Manual

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2019 ROBALO BAY BOATS
Robalo Boats, LLC.
www.robalo.com
Fueling
Improper fueling procedures are the most common cause of boat fires.
DANGER: Fuel leaking from any part of the fuel system can lead to fire
and explosion that can cause serious bodily injury or death. Inspect
systems before fueling.
WARNING: Do not smoke; extinguish all open flames, STOP engine and
other devices that could cause sparks. Do not use electrical switches or
accessories.
Ethanol‐infused gasoline is widely available to today’s boater. However,
it may have harmful effects on marine engines and fuel delivery systems.
Please refer to your engine manufacturer’s owner’s manual to find the
recommended type and grade of fuel for your engine as well as a better
understanding of the effects of ethanol on your engine.
Before fueling your boat, check the entire fuel system for leaks. Check for
weakening, hardening, swelling, or corrosion of fuel system components.
These include the fuel tank, fuel lines and fittings, fuel filter, and
carburetor. Any sign of leakage or deterioration requires immediate
replacement before further engine operation.
Pre ‐ Fueling Procedures
1. Safely and securely moor your boat to the dock.
2. Turn off engine and all electrical equipment including lights,
bilge pump, bilge blower, etc.
3. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, or other items that may
produce a spark or flame.
4. Close all hatches, windows, doors, and compartments.
5. Make sure a fire extinguisher is readily available.
Fueling Procedures
1. Always fuel in an area which has sufficient lighting. Gasoline
spills are hard to see when lighting is poor or it is dark.
DANGER: Fuel vapors are explosive and can become trapped within the
lower portions of the boat. Close all hatches, windows, doors, and
compartments while fueling your boat.
Important: When fueling or having someone else fuel your boat, be
sure the waste or water fill caps are not mistaken for the fuel fill cap.
Also, make sure a fishing rod holder is not mistaken for a fuel fill
plate.
2. Your Robalo boat has fittings for filling the fuel tank on each side
of the boat. Remove fuel fill plate. Insert the fuel supply nozzle.
Allow nozzle to stay in contact with fitting to prevent possible
static‐produced sparks.
3. After pumping approximately 5 gallons of fuel into tank, inspect
engine and fuel tank area for any signs of fuel leakage. Continue
fueling if you do not detect any leaks or other problems.
4. Allow space at the top of the tank for thermal expansion. Do not
over‐ fill tank so that fuel comes out fuel tank vent.
Note: Do not over fill tank, causing fuel to spill onto water.
5. If fuel cannot be pumped in at a reasonable rate, check for a
plugged fuel vent plug or kink in the line.
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