Chaparral 267 SSX, Руководство владельца/оператора

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Chaparral Boats recommends using alcohol-free gasoline when
possible because alcohol tends to destroy marine fuel system hoses
and other components. If only gasoline containing alcohol is avail-
able or if you do not know whether the gasoline contains alcohol,
inspect the fuel system for leaks and abnormalities more frequently.
Preliminary 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.
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 mis-
taken for a fuel fill plate.
2. Your Chaparral boat has fittings for filling the fuel tank. Remove
fuel fill plate. Insert the fuel supply nozzle. Allow nozzle to stay
in contact with fitting to prevent possible static-produced sparks.
Note: The fuel fill cap has a built in tank ventilation feature. If
you should need to replace the cap, see your dealer for the
exact same cap to ensure proper fuel system operation.
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
overfill tank so that fuel comes out fuel tank vent.
Note: Do not over fill tank, causing fuel to spill onto water.
5. If fuel can not be pumped in at a reasonable rate, check for a
plugged fuel vent plug or kink in the line.
Post-Fueling Procedures
1. When you have finished fueling, replace fuel fill cap and wash
off any fuel spillage around fuel fill area. Discard, in a safe place,
any rags you may have used to wipe off fuel spills.
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DANGER:
Gasoline vapors are highly explosive. Run bilge
blower for at least 4 minutes before starting engine. Check engine
and fuel compartments for fumes or accumulation of fuel.
DANGER: Carbon Monoxide Hazard! A cold engine pro-
duces more carbon monoxide than a warm engine. Provide
adequate ventilation in the cabin and cockpit to prevent expo-
sure and reduce the possibility of carbon monoxide
accumulation. Open all hatches, doors, windows, and side
vents to increase air movement.