Chapter 3: Propulsion & Related Systems; Engine; Bilge Blower System - Bayliner 246 Discovery Owner's Manual Supplement

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Chapter 3: Propulsion & Related Systems

Engine

Read the engine manual BEFORE starting or working on your engine.
While the topics listed below may be included in this Owner's Manual Supplement and in the Sport Boat Owner's
Manual, always refer to the engine manual first for specific information on these important subjects:
• Engine Break-in Procedure
• Starting the Engine
• Gear Shifting

Bilge Blower System

1. Check the bilge areas for fuel vapors or leaking fuel. If you see leaking fuel or smell
fuel vapors:
a. Do NOT start the engine, do NOT turn On any electrical devices, extinguish ALL ciga-
rettes, cigars, and other sources of flame or ignition.
b. Get everyone off your boat.
c. Get trained help to find and fix the problem.
2. Run the bilge blower for at least four minutes BEFORE engine starting, electrical system
maintenance, or activation of electrical devices.
• If you smell fuel vapors and the engine is already running;
a. Shut Off the engine and turn Off ALL electrical devices.
b. Extinguish ALL cigarettes, cigars, and other sources of flame or ignition.
c. Get trained help to find and fix the problem.
• NEVER obstruct or change the bilge blower system.
• The bilge blower system removes
explosive fumes from the engine and
bilge areas.
• Fresh air is drawn into the engine and
bilge areas through the vents.
To make sure the engine and bilge
areas are properly ventilated:
• Use the "sniff test" to check the engine
and bilge areas for fuel vapors before
starting the engine.
• Always run the bilge blower for at least
four minutes before starting the engine.
• Continue to run the blower until your
boat has reached cruising speed.
• Always run the blower when running
your boat below cruising speed.
NOTICE
• Stopping the Engine
• Fuel and Oil Recommendations
• Engine Storage/Winterization
! WARNING!
FIRE and EXPLOSION HAZARD!
Fuel vapors can explode! BEFORE starting the engine:
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