Scout Boats 245 Abaco, Owner'S Manual

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DANGER
FUEL SYSTEM
3.1 General
The gasoline fuel system used in Scout boats is
designed to meet or exceed the requirements of
the U.S. Coast Guard, the Boating Industry Asso-
ciation, 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.
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 tank on your boat is equipped with two
fuel withdrawal tubes, one for each engine. If your
boat is equipped with a single engine, only one
tube will be used. If your boat has dual engines,
both withdrawal tubes will be used.
The fuel withdrawal tubes are positioned in the
fuel tanks 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
This indicates the amount of fuel in the tank.
Due to the mechanical nature of the fuel sender,
variations in readings during various speeds of
operation may occur. This system is merely a
relative indication of the available fuel supply and
not a calibrated instrument.
Fuel Fill
Fuel fill deck plate is located on the port gunnel
and is marked “GAS.” The fuel fill is opened by
turning it counter clockwise with a special key.
Be sure to use the proper type and grade fuel.
Refer to the engine owner’s manual for additional
information on the fuel requirements for your
engines.
Notice:
Do not overtighten the fuel cap. If the cap
is overtightened, the O-ring seal could be
damaged allowing water to contaminate the
fuel system.
Fuel Fill
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