Gasoline Fuel System - Ranger boats Z-Comanche Owner's/Operator's Manual

GASOLINE FUEL SYSTEMS
Gasoline fuel systems used in Ranger boats are designed to meet or exceed the requirements of the U.S. Coast
Guard, the National Marine Manufacturers Association, the EPA, and the American Boat and Yacht Council at the
time of manufacture.
All gasoline fuel systems have been factory inspected and pressure tested in accordance with regulations in
effect at time of manufacture. Additionally, each fuel tank must pass rigid tests and inspections performed by the
fuel tank manufacturer.
A. FUEL FILLS
Fuel fill deck plates are located on the port side deck, and are marked with the fuel pump symbol.
WARNING
Most models are designed with the pressure relief system shown above. Under certain conditions the system
will be under pressure.
Always open the cap slowly to allow pressure to escape. The vented deck fill is designed to maintain system
pressure below 1 psi.
While filling the tank, the air displaced by the fuel escapes through the fill/vent. See Figure 1 on the next page.
Periodically inspect the deck fill plate for damage. Be sure to use the exact fuel fill/vent used on your boat if
replacement is required. Excessive pressure or vacuum in the fuel tank may damage the fuel system, if cap is
substituted. (Fuel fill deck plate is not waterproof; water can be drawn into fuel tank during vent operation, if fill is
submerged.)
After fueling, replace the fill cap, and wash the areas around the fuel fill plate, if any fuel is spilled. Residual fuel
Fuel Systems
DO NOT confuse GAS deck fill plate with WATER or OIL deck fill
plates. Deck fill plates are labeled according to the intended use.
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