Fuel / Oil - Pro-Line Boats 2000 30 Sport Owner's Manual

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Fuel / Oil System
The fuel tanks on your Pro-Line are constructed of heavy gauge aluminum with internal
baffling to minimize sloshing. The tanks are vented overboard and the vent should be
inspected for obstructions regularly. Deck plate access ports are placed over the hose
connections and the sending units. Inspect the hose connections on a regular basis.
There may be a leak somewhere in the fuel system if you notice a fuel odor or see fuel in
the bilge. Correct any fuel leaks before operating the vessel.
Two valves in the bilge allow either engine to draw fuel from either tank, or to be shut
off. The normal position is port engine to port tank and starboard engine to starboard
tank. The selector valves may be used to allow one engine to draw from both tanks
should one motor fail, or for both motors to draw from one tank if one tank should
become empty or malfunction. If one tank is full and the other is empty or partially full,
the valves can be used to allow fuel to be drawn from the fullest tank. Return the valves
to normal position when the tanks are balanced. The valves may also be used to shut off
the fuel in case of a leak or to service the fuel system.
Fuel filter / water separator units are located on the bulkhead in the bilge area. There is
one unit for each motor and the spin on filter cartridges should be renewed every season
at a minimum. Fuel tanks that are not kept full accumulate water faster due to
condensation. The cartridges may need to be replaced more often depending upon usage
and conditions or if motors begin to run rough. When replacing the filters / separators,
coat the rubber seal with a film of grease or oil to help prevent sticking.
Primer bulbs are used to prime the fuel pump in the motor with fuel. There is a primer
bulb for each engine. Squeeze the bulb a few times until resistance is felt in order to
prime. If no resistance develops and the fuel pump will not prime, you may be out of
fuel, the primer bulb may be defective, or a leak may have developed allowing air into
the system. The primer bulbs are located in the bilge on the starboard stringer near the
fuel / water separators.
Pro-Line boats equipped with oil injected outboard engines have remote oil tanks located
in the bilge near the transom. The remote oil tank fills are located just aft of the transom
sink. Insure the tanks are well stocked with the recommended two stroke oil - refer to
your engine manual. It is imperative the oil supply remains clean and uncontaminated by
water or dirt. Check to make sure the oil lines are free from leaks, kinks, and chafing.
Some motors use a primer bulb to initiate oil flow. Air may periodically enter the system
and require purging. Refer to your engine manual for specific instructions.