BENETEAU Oceanis 321, Руководство пользователя

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engine manual will in most cases keep filters clean enough to prevent stoppage.
13.3.5. Bacterial Contamination
A factor that can cause additional problems is bacterial contamination of the diesel fuel. The bacteria
involved need both water and fuel to exist, and if present, will thrive in a fuel tank. As they multiply, they
form a filter-choking brown slime. Often their presence will not be known until rough weather churns up the
fuel tank causing clogged filters at a most inopportune time.
Keeping water out of the fuel will, of course, prevent the problem entirely, and while every effort should be
made towards this, such as obtaining fuel from reputable dealers, it must be remembered that a certain
amount of due to normal condensation in the tank is to be expected.
13.3.6. Fuel Additives
Fuel additives or conditioners provide means of combating this problem. These additives break the water
down to a molecular level, dispersing it throughout the fuel and allowing it to pass harmlessly through the
fuel system. Various brands of this product are available at marine supply stores. As with all products of
this nature, the directions on the container should be carefully followed.