
nation. Phase separation is common in alcohol blend fuels
since alcohol absorbs water and separates from the fuel
causing a gasoline rich top layer, and an alcohol/water
layer on the bottom.
If only fuel containing alcohol is available, or the presence
of alcohol is unknown, you must perform more frequent
inspections for leaks and abnormalities. Any sign of leak-
age or deterioration requires replacement before further
engine operation.
Preliminary Guidelines
1. Safely secure your boat to the dock.
2. Do not smoke, extinguish all open flames, STOP all
engines and other devices that could cause sparks,
including the bilge blower. Do not use electrical
switches or accessories, shut OFF all stoves that may
produce a spark or flame.
3. Close all hatches, windows, doors, and compartments
to prevent the accumulation of fuel vapors.
4. Ensure a fire extinguisher is readily available.
5. Remove portable fuel tanks from the boat when filling.
Wipe any spilled fuel from portable tanks before plac-
ing them in boat.
6. Do not store fuel in areas that are not adequately
ventilated.
7. Use only fuel lubricants recommended by the engine
manufacturer.
Fueling
NOTE: See your dealer or the sales literature to determine
your boat’s fuel tank capacity.
1. Always fuel in an area supplying sufficient lighting con-
ditions. Gasoline spills are unnoticeable under poor
lighting or in darkness.
2. Remove the fuel fill plate.
3. Insert the fuel supply nozzle, keeping the nozzle in
contact with the fuel fill plate while fueling, to guard
against static produced sparks.
IMPORTANT: When fueling or having your boat fueled by
an attendant, be sure the waste and water fill plates are
not mistaken for the fuel fill plate.
4. Stand away from the fuel tank vent and fill plate during
fueling. Splash-back may occur and can be an eye irri-
tant as well as a fire hazard.
5. Avoid spillage. Wipe any excess fuel immediately.
3.7
DANGER:
Gasoline vapors are highly explosive. Follow
all safety precautions before, during, and after fueling.
WARNING:
Use only marine fuel hose marked “USCG
Type A” if replacement is necessary. Inspect all fuel
distribution lines often to reduce the risk of fire hazard.
WARNING:
Vapor from spilled fuel is heavier than air
and will flow to the lowest part of the boat. Ventilate
before starting.
nation. Phase separation is common in alcohol blend fuels
since alcohol absorbs water and separates from the fuel
causing a gasoline rich top layer, and an alcohol/water
layer on the bottom.
If onlyfuel containing alcohol is available, or the presence
of alcohol is unknown, you must perform more frequent
inspections for leaks and abnormalities. Any sign of leak-
age or deterioration requires replacement before further
engine operation.
Preliminary Guidelines
1.
Safely secure your boat to the dock.
2.
Do not smoke, extinguish all open flames, STOP all
engines and other devices that could cause sparks,
including the bilge blower.
Do not use electrical
switches or accessories, shut OFF all stoves that may
produce a spark or flame.
3.
Close all hatches, windows, doors, and compartments
to prevent the accumulation of fuel vapors.
4.
Ensure a fire extinguisher is readily available.
5.
Remove portable fuel tanks from the boat when filling.
Wipe any spilled fuel from portable tanks before plac-
ing them in boat.
6.
Do not store fuel in areas that are not adequately
ventilated.
7.
Use only fuel lubricants recommended by the engine
manufacturer.
Fueling
NOTE:See your dealer or the sales literature to determine
your boat’s fuel tank capacity
.
1.
Always fuel in an area supplying sufficient lighting con-
ditions. Gasoline spills are unnoticeable under poor
lighting or in darkness.
2.
Remove the fuel fill plate.
3.
Insert the fuel supply nozzle, keeping the nozzle in
contact with the fuel fill plate while fueling, to guard
against static produced sparks.
IMPORTANT
:When fueling or having your boat fueled by
an attendant, be sure the waste and water fill plates are
not mistaken for the fuel fill plate.
4.
Stand away from the fuel tank vent and fill plate during
fueling. Splash-back may occur and can be an eye irri-
tant as well as a fire hazard.
5.
Avoid spillage
. Wipe any excess fuel immediately.
3.7
DANGER:
Gasoline vapors are highly explosive. Follow
all safety precautions before, during, and after fueling.
WARNING:
Use only marine fuel hose marked “USCG
Type A” if replacement is necessary
. Inspect all fuel
distribution lines often to reduce the risk of fire hazard.
WARNING:
Vapor from spilled fuel is heavier than air
and will flow to the lowest part of the boat. Ventilate
before starting.