Fuel / Oil - Pro-Line Boats 27 Walk Owner's Manual

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Fuel / Oil System
The fuel tank on your Pro-Line is constructed of heavy gauge aluminum with internal
baffling to minimize sloshing. The tank is vented overboard and the vent should be
inspected for obstructions regularly. Deck plate access ports are placed over the hose
connections and the sending unit. Inspect the hose connections on a regular basis. There
may be a leak somewhere in the fuel system if you notice a fuel odor or see fuel in the
bilge. Correct any fuel leaks before operating the vessel.
Fuel filter / water separator units are located on the port stringer in the bilge area. There
is one unit for each motor and the spin on filter cartridges should be renewed every
season at a minimum. Fuel tanks that are not kept full accumulate water faster due to
condensation. The cartridges may need to be replaced more often depending upon usage
and conditions or if motors begin to run rough. When replacing the filters / separators,
coat the rubber seal with a film of grease or oil to help prevent sticking.
Primer bulbs are used to prime the fuel pump in the motor with fuel. There is a primer
bulb for each engine. Squeeze the bulb a few times until resistance is felt in order to
prime. If no resistance develops and the fuel pump will not prime, you may be out of
fuel, the primer bulb may be defective, or a leak may have developed allowing air into
the system. The primer bulbs are located in the bilge area near the fuel / water separators.
Pro-Line boats equipped with oil injected outboard engines have remote oil tanks located
in the bilge near the transom. The remote oil tank fills are located just aft of the transom
sink. Insure the tanks are well stocked with the recommended two stroke oil - refer to
your engine manual. It is imperative the oil supply remains clean and uncontaminated by
water or dirt. Check to make sure the oil lines are free from leaks, kinks, and chafing.
Some motors use a primer bulb to initiate oil flow. Air may periodically enter the system
and require purging. Refer to your engine manual for specific instructions.