Fuel System - Quicksilver 455 Cabin Owner's Manual

Quicksilver 455CAB — System & Component Overview and Operation

1. Fuel System

Your boat's petrol fuel system consists of a portable fuel tank located in the bilge. Access to the tank is
via the center cockpit floor hatch. Straps are used to secure the tank to the fuel tank floor. On the
portable tank itself is a quick-disconnect fitting that allows you to easily remove the fuel distribution
line to the engine. It is recommended that you follow all instructions regarding the filling and
transportation of the portable fuel tank.
GASOLINE RECOMMENDATIONS
Minimum octane rating is 87AKI
Fuel tanks should never be filled to capacity. Allow for
expansion in the tank.
Fuel System
25L portable fuel tank
Fuel fill / fuel level gauge
Quick disconnect
Tank strap
Fuel feed hose
Primer bulb
Fuel Tank
Your boat is equipped with a 25L portable fuel tank. As a precaution, all of the capacity may not be
useable due to trim and loading conditions, so consider keeping at a minimum 25% reserve fuel in the
tank.
Fuel tanks with levels less than 25% capacity can cause engine stalling problems due to fuel starvation
or by allowing sediment and dirt to enter the fuel supply lines. Keep the tank full and monitor the fuel
level often to prevent this from happening.
Primer Bulb
The primer bulb allows you to draw fuel from the tank to the engine when connecting the portable
tank or when fuel has been drained from the system. Refer to the instructions provided in the engine
manufacturer's handbook.
Ethanol—Blended Fuels
Ethanol is an oxygenated hydrocarbon compound that has a high octane rating and therefore is useful
in increasing the octane level of unleaded gasoline. The fuel system components of your Mercury
Remove portable tank from the boat and fill from shore.
When fueling is complete, secure tank to floor with straps.
The use of improper gasoline or additives can damage your
fuel system. Damages caused by improper gasoline or
additives will not be covered under warranty.
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