Chapter 3: Propulsion & Related Systems; Engine; Engine Room Ventilation System - Bayliner 305 Owner's Manual Supplement

Chapter 3: Propulsion & Related Systems

Engine

The owner's packet contains detailed engine operation and maintenance manuals. Be sure to read and understand
these manuals before starting or doing any maintenance on the engine.

Engine Room Ventilation System

• Use of the blower system is NOT A GUARANTEE that explosive fumes have been removed.
• If you smell fuel, DO NOT start the engine or generator and DO NOT turn On any
electrical devices.
• If you smell fuel and the engine and/or generator is already running, SHUT OFF the engine
and/or generator and TURN OFF all electrical devices. Investigate immediately.
• DO NOT obstruct or modify the ventilation system.
AFT
• The bilge blowers remove explosive fuel fumes from the engine compartment.
• Fresh air is drawn into the compartment through the deck vents.
• The bilge blower switch is at the helm.
• If the boat is equipped with a generator, there is a second bilge blower switch on the main AC panel.
To make sure the engine compartment is ventilated with fresh air, run the bilge blower:
• For at least four minutes before starting the engine.
• During starting.
• Anytime your boat is running below cruising speed.
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WARNING!
FIRE/EXPLOSION HAZARD
VIEW OF ENGINE
COMPARTMENT
TO BLOWERS
MOUNTED ON DECK
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UNDERSIDE VIEW OF DECK
HOSES ROUTE TO
ENGINE COMPARTMENT
BLOWERS