Never allow passengers to ride with feet hanging over the side of the boat.
Do not allow passengers to sit or stand on top of the stern, or gunwales
of the boat.
Fueling
Due to the explosive nature of gasoline certain precautions must be observed when fueling.
Before Fueling-
Secure the boat to the dock with adequate moorings.
Turn off engine and any equipment having brush type (spark producing)
contacts.
Close cabin, doors, and hatches, so fumes don't enter boat.
Disembark all persons not necessary for the fueling operation.
Prohibit all smoking and open flame on board and nearby.
Have a fire extinguisher close by.
While Fueling-
Keep nozzle in contact with fill opening to minimize chance of sparks.
Do not leave unattended.
Do not spill fuel.
Do not over fill, filling a tank until fuel is vented is dangerous. Allow room for
expansion.
After Fueling-
Close fill opening.
Wipe up any spilled fuel. Properly dispose of rags on shore.
Open cabin door, ventilate boat and run blower (stern drive & inboard)
for a minimum of four minutes before starting.
Check for fumes in bilge, continue to ventilate if present.
Verify proper fuel selector valve position (dual tanks only).
Starting
Follow the information in your engine manual if it deviates from the following instructions.
Before Starting Engine-
Ventilate all enclosed space, and run blower a minimum of four minutes.
Visually inspect bilge for raw fuel, and smell for vapors.
Visually make sure propeller is clear of obstructions or swimmers.
Make sure engine cooling water intakes are submerged.
Lock helm seats to face straight forward.
For a Cold Engine-
Advance the throttle approximately 1/4 open (out of gear).
Activate the choke while cranking.
