Engine Compartment Blower; Figure 3-16 - Chris-Craft 2014 36 RH Corsair Owner's Manual

Engine Compartment Blower

Ventilate the engine compartment before starting the engines. The
compartment should be ventilated a minimum of four (4) minutes.
The engine compartment may accumulate fumes when the engines are not running. Before starting the
engines ventilate the engine compartment to remove any vapors that may have accumulated. The best
course of action is to open the engine hatch and allow the vapors to escape. However, if that is not
possible, or is inconvenient, then each boat is equipped with an engine compartment exhaust blower
which can be used to ventilate the compartment. Run the blower for at least four (4) minutes to ventilate
the compartment before starting the engines.
If the boat is moving slowly, gasoline fumes can accumulate because not enough air is moving through
the engine compartment to keep it clear of vapors.
Anytime the boat is moving slow, engage the blower to remove any fuel vapors that may be
Inspect the blower system prior to every use. The blower makes a distinctive sound when operating
properly. If the blower is not operating, repair or replace prior to using the boat again. The blower
switch is located on the Helm Switch Panel
accumulating in the engine compartment.
(Figure 3-1).

Figure 3-16.

Engine Compartment Blower
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