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3-2
Section 3 Fuel System
SC 365i
3.2 Fuel System
Fuel Tank Shut Off Valves
The fuel system on your Pursuit boat has a
single fuel tank and two manual “ON/OFF”
fuel valves. Refer to the Schematics section.
The valves can be accessed from the
machinery space by reaching over the top of
the forward bulkhead, starboard of the lad-
der. The valves are off when the handle is
perpendicular to the fuel flow.
The fuel valves on the tank are labeled port
(red band) and starboard (green band). The
labels refer to the engine the valve supplies.
All boats equipped with gasoline engines are
required to have anti-siphon valves by the
U.S. Coast Guard.
The fuel delivery lines are
equipped with anti-siphon valves where the
lines attach to the fuel tanks. These valves
help prevent gasoline from siphoning out of
the fuel tank should a line rupture.
DO NOT remove anti-siphon valves from
system. Anti-siphon valves prevent fuel from
flowing into bilge should a fuel hose or fitting
leak. If the valve becomes clogged, clean
and reinstall or replace it.
Fuel Tanks
The fuel pick-up tubes are positioned in the
tanks to achieve optimum fuel usage, fuel
line routing, etc. At certain speeds and hull
trim angles, the fuel supply at the withdrawal
tube can increase or decrease accordingly.
Be extremely careful when attempting to
operate the boat when low on fuel. Though
some fuel may be in the tank, the trim angle
of the boat may cause the fuel to flow away
from the pickup tubes.
Fuel Gauge Senders
The fuel gauge senders are more accurate
when the boat is stationary and level.
Because of the change in attitude when the
boat is underway, variations in gauge read-
ings can occur. This system is a relative indi-
cation of the available fuel supply and not a
calibrated instrument.
Fuel Fills
A fuel fill is located on each gunwale and is
marked “GAS.” The fuel fill is opened by
turning it counterclockwise. After fueling,
screw the cap on in a clockwise direction
until an audible click is heard indicating that
the cap is seated. If the cap is lost or dam-
aged replace only with original equipment.
During refueling the tank vents out at both
the fuel fill plate and the vent located on the
side of the hull. Note: There should not be
any residual fuel at the vent but there could
be residual fuel at the deck fill plate. Do not
block or restrict either of these vents.
Fill the fuel tank slowly and monitor the fuel
gauge while filling. Once fueling is com-
pleted wash the areas around the fuel fill(s)
to help reduce discoloration of the fiberglass
or striping. Use only the fuel recommended
by the outboard manufacturer; refer to the
engine owner’s manual for additional infor-
mation.
If fuel is added to any other tank, DO NOT
attempt to pump fuel out, these systems are
not designed to pump fuel. Fuel must be
removed by qualified personal only. Fuel in
other systems will also require replacement
of that system and/or many components.
EPA Fuel Fill