20 Bennington Owner’s Manual
The above Launching and Loading instructions are meant to be used as a general guideline for
launching and loading your boat. Please understand that these instructions may vary depend-
ing on (but not limited to) ramp location, weather conditions, water conditions, and make/type
of trailer being used. Please refer to your boat trailer’s owner’s manual for additional informa-
tion.
Measure the height of your boat on the trailer and add at least 8 inches as a safety factor. When
traveling with your boat/trailer check all routes for any height hazards.
Always be aware of clearances when entering fi lling stations, motels, or other places where over-
heads are present.
Reduced braking capabilities may occur soon after loading due to water getting into the brakes. Ap-
plying the brakes several times at a slow speed should help the drying process. Refer to you trailer’s
owner’s manual for information.
Fueling Your Boat:
Gasoline is very volatile! Never have the engine running when refueling. Do not smoke or have
any open fl ames near the fuel tank, vent or fi ll. Be cautious while fueling during hot weather. Heat
expands gasoline causing pressure to build in portable fuel tanks. Never fi ll portable tanks to capac-
ity because expansion can cause fuel leakage.
Do not use fuels containing any form of alcohol or alcohol derivatives. Alcohol can cause damage to
marine fuel system hoses and components. Weak hoses can lead to leaks, fi re or explosions. Inspect
the fuel system for leakage, weakening, hardening, swelling, or corrosion of components including
the fuel tanks, fuel lines, fi ttings, fuel fi lters and carbs. If any component shows signs of leaking, it
must be replaced. Check the engine owner’s
manual for additional information.
Follow these basic procedures to fi ll your boat’s primary fuel tank:
Remove fuel fi ll cap from tank fi tting and insert the fuel supply nozzle.
After pumping 5 gallons of fuel into the tank, inspect the engine and fuel tank area for signs of pos-
sible fuel leaks. If leaks are not found continue with fueling. If fuel cannot be pumped into the tank
at a reasonable rate, check for a plugged fuel vent or a kink in the fuel line. Continue fueling if you
do not fi nd leaks or other problems.
Stop fi lling the tank before fuel overfl ows. Allow space at the top of the fuel tank for thermal expan-
sion. Fuel pumped from underground tanks is cooler than the outside air. Gasoline expands as it
warms up and can easily overfl ow.
When you are done fueling, replace the fuel fi ll cap. Wash off any fuel spilled around the fuel fi ll
area.
Properly dispose of rags used to wipe off fuel spillage.
! WARNING !
The height of your boat can be a safety factor when considering a travel route.
! WARNING !
Wet trailer brakes may drastically reduce your ability to stop!
! DANGER !
GASOLINE IS A FIRE HAZARD!
! DANGER !
Do not smoke while fueling your boat!
Shut off engine while fueling your boat!
! DANGER !
Fuel vapors are explosive. Fuel leaking from any part of the fuel system can lead to
fi re and explosion. Leaking fuel can cause injury, damage or even death.
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