Four winns V458 Owner's Manual page 93

3. Before starting to fuel:
a. Ensure that boat is moored securely.
b. Close all ports, windows, doors and hatch es.
c. Be sure the proper type and grade of fuel as
recommended by your engine manual is
used.
d. Determine how much additional fuel is
required to avoid overflow.
4. During fueling:
Keep the fill nozzle in contact with the fuel opening
at all times to guard against possible static spark
or spill. See Figure I8.
(Nozzle in contact with fuel opening - Correct)
(Nozzle not in contact with fuel opening - Incorrect)
Figure I8: Grounding Fuel Hose
Spilled fuel is a fire and explosion hazard.
DO NOT overflow the tank or allow fuel spills
into the hull or bilges. Avoid over board spills.
When tank is almost full the sound from the
fuel vent will change. The pitch will become
higher indicating the tank is close to being full.
Stop pumping fuel into tank. Do not top off.
Fuel Systems - Section I
5. After fueling:
a. Replace all fill caps securely.
b. Wipe up any spilled fuel.
c. Open all ports, windows, doors and hatch es.
e. Determine that there is no odor of fuel
in the engine compartment or below decks
before starting machinery, turning on lights
or lighting stove. Oper ate the bilge blower
system for at least four (4) minutes before
engine start-up.
f. Be prepared to cast off moorings as soon
as engines are started.
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