used in gasoline distribution. These re-
leased deposits contaminate the fuel and
can cause problems, such as clogged
fuel filters, carburetors, or fuel injectors,
which could result in engine damage.
Ethanol may dissolve resins
used in the construction of fiberglass fuel
tanks. The dissolved resins contaminate
the fuel and can cause problems, such as
clogged fuel filters, carburetors, or fuel
injectors, which could result in engine
damage.
Ethanol is hygroscopic (has a
strong at- traction to water). Therefore,
any water that inadvertently enters the
fuel system, including moisture that is
absorbed from the air, will mix with the
ethanol in the gas- oline. If the amount of
water is excessive, the ethanol and water
mixture will separate from the gasoline in
a layer at the bottom of the fuel tank. This
ethanol and water mixture is very
corrosive to aluminum fuel tanks and fuel
system components.
The usable life span of E10
gasoline may be shorter than the normal
length of off- season boat storage,
causing starting and running problems
related to stale fuel.
For more information on using fuel contain-
ing ethanol, visit: http://www.Hidea.cn.com
Gasoline Filtration
Hidea outboard motors are equipped with
internal fuel filters. However, excessive wa-
ter or debris entering your engine’s fuel sys-
tem could prematurely clog the internal
filters, causing starting and running prob-
lems, fuel system damage, and internal en-
gine damage. Therefore, it is recommended
that an external 10-micron water-separating
fuel filter be installed on your boat and ser-
viced frequently. Consult your authorized
Hidea dealer for a 10-micron filter that
meets your engine’s requirements.
Gasoline Additives
Gasoline blends change to meet automobile
emission regulations and economic condi-
tions. Additives, added by gasoline distribu-
tors, necessary for proper automobile
engine operation and durability, may not be
suffi- cient for typical boat applications.
Intake valve and combustion chamber
deposits may accumulate in boat engines
more rapid- ly than encountered in
automotive use. In ad- dition, gasoline used
for boating will typically age longer between
refills than gasoline used in automobiles,
resulting in stale and unusable gasoline that
may cause starting and running problems,
fuel system damage, and internal engine
damage.
Hidea recommends the use of two Ya-
malube gasoline additives to reduce internal
deposits and extend the storage life of
gaso- line. Continuous use of Lube Ring
Free Fuel Additive Plus reduces harmful
internal deposits. Lube Fuel Stabilizer &
Condi- tioner Plus added to fresh gasoline
will help protect the fuel system from
varnishing while helping to keep the
gasoline’s octane level from decreasing
excessively during storage. Other additives
may also be available on the market that
may have varying degrees of ef-
fectiveness. Consult your Hidea dealer
concerning what may work best for the
local- ly available gasoline and
environmental con- ditions.
Muddy or acidic water
Hidea strongly recommends that you have
your dealer install the optional chromium-
plated water pump kit if you use the
outboard motor in muddy or acidic water
conditions. However, depending on the
model it might
To Next Page
Loading...
Need help?
General
