Welcraft 232 Coastal, Owner'S Manual

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Note: Some fuel injected engines have fuel
filters on the engine and do not allow
external filters. If your boat is
equipped with a fuel injected engine, it
may not have a separate water
separator fuel filter.
9. Fill the fuel tanks slightly less than the rated capacity
to allow for expansion and to avoid spilling fuel out of
the vents and fuel fills.
10. Remove the nozzle.
11. Install and tighten the fuel cap. Be careful not to
over-tighten the cap.
12. Check the fuel compartment and below the deck for
fuel odors. If you smell fuel, do not start the engine.
To fill the fuel tank at a marina, follow this procedure:
1 Make sure all switches are in the “OFF”
position.
2 Make sure the boat is securely moored.
3 Make sure all passengers leave the boat.
4 Estimate how much fuel is needed and
avoid over filling.
5 A special key to open the fuel cap is
supplied. Turn the key counterclockwise to
open the cap.
6 Remove the cap.
7 Put the nozzle in the fuel opening.
3.4 Fuel System Maintenance
Periodically inspect all connections, clamps and
hoses for leakage and damage or deterioration.
Replace as necessary. Spray the valves, fuel tank
gauge sender and ground connections with a metal
protectant.
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
replaced immediately if there is any sign of damage
or deterioration.
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