UNDERWAY
IMPORTANT: If 1/2 pint of gasoline explodes, it has the
same power as 15 sticks of dynamite.
Before you start filling the fuel tank, securely moor boat to
dock. Stop engine. Extinguish all smoking materials. Turn
off all electrical equipment, engines, lights, bilge pump, etc.
Do not use anything that can produce a spark or flame.
Always fill tank in an area having adequate lighting. You
may not see gasoline spills under poor lighting or in
darkness. Make sure a fire extinguisher is readily available.
If your boat has a built-in tank:
1. Remove fuel fill cap from tank fitting and insert fuel
supply nozzle.
2. Fill the tank slowly, especially if it is empty. After
pumping approximately 5-10 gallons (19-38 liters) of
fuel into tank, inspect engine and fuel tank area for
signs of fuel leakage. If fuel cannot be pumped into the
tank at a reasonable rate, check for a plugged fuel vent
or a kink in the line. Continue fueling if you do not find
any leaks or other problems.
3. Stop filling tank before fuel overflows. Allow space at
top of tank for thermal expansion. Fuel pumped from
underground tanks is cooler than outside air. Gasoline
expands as it warms up and can easily overflow the
tank.
IMPORTANT: Gas will shoot out of vent if the tank is
overfilled or vent is blocked. Spilled fuel damages the
environment. Fuel can damage vinyl and carpeting.
4. When you have finished fueling, replace fuel fill cap. If
necessary, wash off any fuel spilled around fuel fill
area. Properly dispose of rags used to wipe off fuel
spillage.
5. Open fuel tank area. If canvas is in place, open it to
ventilate enclosed area. Check for fuel fumes or fuel
line leakage. Investigate and correct any indication of
fumes or fuel leakage before starting engine.
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