Fuel System - Grady-White Boats SPORTSMAN 180 Owner's Manual

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UEL YSTEM
The fuel tank compartment should be rinsed with fresh water to keep salt crystals from form-
ing and corroding the fuel tank. After rinsing, make sure all water is drained from the compart-
ment.
Make sure your fuel does not contain alcohol. Fuels that contain alcohol will absorb humidity.
The resulting condensation will separate from the fuel as temperatures drop during the winter
months. An accumulation of this condensation can lead to fuel corrosion. There are also fuel addi-
tives available to inhibit condensation. Keep tanks full but do not overfill. This is also a good time
to have your fuel filters/water separators replaced.
3/8" FUEL FEED HOSE
(USCG TYPE A1)
STAINLESS
CLAMP
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TORAGE HECKLIST
In addition to winterization guidelines the following checklist can be used as a guide for stor-
ing your boat. Additional details should be added as needed for your personal application.
• Remove all loose items and personal effects.
• Remove any detachable and valuable equipment such as electronics. Store all electronics
inside. Your compass, if built in, should be covered for the winter. Ultraviolet rays from the sun
will cloud the compass and make it difficult to read.
• Winterize all equipment as directed in the manufacturer's manuals.
• Store cushions indoors to prevent mildew.
• Clean the exterior and interior of the boat. Remove all grease, oil, salt spray, etc.
• Remove garbage. Clean storage areas, fish boxes and livewells. Prop fishbox lids open.
• Lubricate hinges, valves, the backs of electrical panels and other surfaces that will rust.
• Check underwater items. Hardware should be in good condition and tight.
• Inspect electrical systems and have any repairs performed.
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PINK OR PINK/WHITE
WIRE TO FUEL GAUGE
GREEN GROUND WIRE
TO BATTERY (−)
GREEN JUMPER
WIRE
PLUG
GROUND TAB
SENDING UNIT
MANUFACTURER'S
PICK−UP
ANTI−SIPHON
VALVE ELBOW
7–3
INTERIZATION AND
FUEL FILL
GROUND
GREEN GROUND
WIRE TO BATTERY (−)
DECK
STAINLESS
CLAMP
5/8" VENT HOSE
(USCG TYPE B2)
VENT
LABEL
FILL
ALUMINUM
FUEL TANK
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TORAGE
FILL/VENT
FITTING
DOUBLE
STAINLESS CLAMPS
1 1/2" FILL HOSE
(USCG TYPE A2)