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Chapter 4
Boats manufactured for domestic use are now required
to be outtted with an EPA compliant fuel system using
an aluminum tank. This system uses parts such as special
bafe valves located inside the fuel tank to prevent fuel
sloshing. Also, there is a carbon canister which functions
much like the one in an automobile. This component
is located between the fuel tank and hull side vent. The
carbon canister never needs to be replaced and is not a
serviceable item.
Tanks are initially outtted to work with gasoline and
diesel systems.
These tanks are tested and inspected along with the
complete fuel system several times for safety requirements
and quality by the fuel tank supplier, in house personnel and
independent inspections by National Marine Manufacturers
Association inspectors.
FUEL TANK
ENGINE
FEED
GENERATOR
FEED/OUT-
BOARD ONLY
The fuel ll tting is labeled “gas” and in addition displays
the international symbol (See the next page). When fueling
the boat keep the ll nozzle in contact with the fuel ll
pipe since it decreases static electricity. Always use the
recommended fuel octane rating as specied in your engine
owner’s manual.
Extinguish all ame producing agents before fueling!
FUEL FILL FITTING
FUEL
SENDER
FUEL FILL
VENT
TANK
GROUND
TYPICAL EPA FUEL SYSTEM
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