Tie up your boat securely at the fuel dock.
Identify the fuel fi ll. Unfortunately, people have mistakenly
fi lled the water or waste with fuel.
Visually inspect all fuel system components before each
fi lling
Avoid using fuels with alcohol additives. They can attack
fuel system hoses and cause deterioration.
During Fueling________________________________
Keep the fuel nozzle in contact with the fuel fi ll to guard
against static sparks. The fuel fi ll pipe is grounded through
the fuel system wiring to protect against static electricity..
Avoid overfi lling the fuel tank. Leave room for expansion.
Also, if fuel exits the fuel vent, this indicates a full tank.
Fuel spilling out onto the water is dangerous and unfriendly
to the environment.
Avoid spilling any fuel. Clean up any fuel accidently spilled
with a clean rag and dispose of it onshore.
After Fueling__________________________________
Close all fuel fi ll openings tightly. use a fuel key if needed.
Open all portholes, hatches, and doors.
Energize the blower for a minimum of 4 minutes before
getting underway.
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