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Fueling Up with DIESEL
There are two filler locations located just outside the sundeck doors on
each side of the vessel. OPEN FILLER CAP(S) with a DECK
FITTING KEY kept in the salon electrical panel cabinet. Open and fill
ONE SIDE at a time. Be careful to NOT lose the covers overboard!
MAKE SURE YOU HAVE THE RIGHT FUEL!
DIESEL! DIESEL!
DIESEL
! MAKE SURE IT IS GOING INTO THE CORRECT DECK
FILL! Double-check since the waste and diesel fittings are near each
other on the starboard side. DO NOT POUR DIESEL INTO THE WASTE LINE AND DO NOT ALLOW
ANYONE TO PUMP-OUT THE DIESEL FUEL TANK!
Before pumping, have oil/fuel sorbs handy to soak up spilled fuel. You should calculate a rough idea of the
number of gallons you will need – each ¼ tank is about 35 gallons. If needed, periodically have a helper turn the
ignition key (only to the alarm position) to watch the fuel gauge.
Place the DIESEL nozzle into the tank opening, pump slowly and evenly, and note the sound of the fuel flow.
Pumping too fast may not allow enough time for air to escape, which may result in spouting from the tank opening.
As the tank fills, the sound will rise in pitch or gurgle. Top off carefully, and be prepared to catch spilled fuel.
Spillage may result in a nasty fine from law enforcement.
Replace each tank cap immediately. Wash hands with soap and water thoroughly.
You can fill up with DIESEL fuel (and pump out) at many places in the San Juan’s. Cap Sante Marina, just ½ mile
north of Anacortes Marina is great. Cap Sante has lots of space, free pump out and good fuel prices.
The Pumpout station and the Fuel station have large access and reliable services.
