SYSTEM OPERATIONS-39
Leaking fuel is a fi re and explosion
hazard; personal injury or death could
occur.
If any fuel fi ll or vent hoses are in need of
replacement, be certain that ONLY USCG
TYPE A1 or A2 are used.
The use of any hose other than USCG
TYPE A1 or A2 could result in fuel leak-
age. Leaking fuel is a fi re and explosion
hazard; personal injury or death could
occur.
Fuel Tank Grounding System
The fuel tank and fuel fi
ll on your 38SB
are electrically grounded (or bonded) to
the ground buss of the bonding system.
The grounding system is designed to
prevent the discharge of static electric-
ity, which could cause a spark, especially
when fueling your yacht. An authorized
Silverton Service Technician should in-
spect this system at least once each year.
While fueling, a spark caused by static
electricity could result in fi re or ex-
plosion, which could cause personal
injury or death.
Fuel Distribution Hoses
Each engine has a fuel supply hose that
runs from the pickup tube in the fuel tank
to the engine. Also, each engine except
VOLVO-gas) has a fuel return hose that
runs from the engine to the fuel tank. The
generator has a fuel supply hose that
runs from the fuel tank to the fuel selec-
tor valve. If your 38SB is diesel powered,
there is also a fuel return hose routed
similar to the supply hose. See the photo
below which show the fuel distribution
hoses at the fuel tank.
The fuel distribution supply and return
hoses, fi ttings and connections should
be inspected often for leaks and signs of
wear, dry rot, cracking, chafi ng or swelling,
A good way to examine the fuel hoses is
to run your hand along the length of the
hose including the fi ttings. Small leaks will
be revealed as wet spots on your hand. If
any evidence of hose deterioration is pres-
ent, have a qualifi ed technician replace all
of the hoses with USCG TYPE A1 hoses
immediately. If a leak is found, turn OFF
battery switches, disconnect shore power
and disable any possible source of igni-
tion. Do not start your engines, the gen-
erator or any devices that could create a
spark. Contact your Dealer or Customer
Service Department immediately. If hoses
need to be replaced, make sure that only
USCG TYPE A1 are used. TYPE A2 is not
acceptable for fuel distribution.
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