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Fuel System
In many states, most gasoline is blended with etha-
nol alcohol. Ethanol is a strong solvent and can
absorb water during periods of storage. You should
refer to the engine operating manual for information
regarding alcohol blended fuels and how it affects
the operation of your marine engine.
Diesel Generator Fuel System
Algae can grow in the accumulated water in die-
sel fuel tanks. This condition is most prevalent in
warm climates. Periodically adding a high quality
diesel fuel additive containing an algaecide may
be required to control algae in your boating area.
Since algae also can grow in accumulated water in
the fuel filters, it is important to run the genera -
tor for at least 30 minutes after the algaecide has
been added so it will be circulated throughout the
fuel system. This is even more important during
periods of storage or if the generator is not used
enough to require refueling at least once a month.
Severe algae in a diesel fuel system can be
extremely difficult and expensive to clean. You
should be diligent in monitoring the fuel system
by changing the fuel filters as recommended and
being alert for signs of algae in fuel that is drained
from the filter. Most algae appears as black, carpet
like, fibers suspended in fuel and water drained
from the filter. Severe cases of algae will produce
a black jelly like substance that quickly clogs the
filter and starves the engine for fuel.
WARNING
DO NOT DRAIN ANY FUEL INTO THE BILGE WHEN SERVICING
THE FUEL SYSTEM. THIS COULD LEAD TO A FIRE OR
EXPLOSION.
AFTER THE FILTER ELEMENTS HAVE BEEN CHANGED,
PRIME THE FUEL SYSTEM AND CHECK ALL FITTINGS FOR
LEAKS BEFORE AND AFTER STARTING THE ENGINES.
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINES, ALWAYS OPEN ALL
HATCHES, WINDOWS AND DOORS TO COMPLETELY
VENTILATE THE BOAT AFTER SERVICING THE FUEL
SYSTEM.
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE POSSIBILITY OF A FIRE OR EXPLOSION,
MAKE SURE ALL ELECTRICAL SWITCHES ARE IN THE OFF
POSITION BEFORE SERVICING THE FUEL SYSTEM.
DANGER
AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH FROM FIRE OR
EXPLOSION RESULTING FROM LEAKING FUEL, INSPECT
SYSTEM FOR LEAKS AT LEAST ONCE A YEAR.