Chapter 3: Propulsion & Related Systems; Engine; Special Starting Instructions For Carbureted Engines (If Equipped); Bilge Blower System - Bayliner 212 Runabout Owner's Manual Supplement

212 • Owner's Manual Supplement
Chapter 3: Propulsion & Related Systems

Engine

Read the engine operation and maintenance manuals before starting or doing any maintenance on the engine.

Special Starting Instructions for Carbureted Engines (If Equipped)

Carbureted engines can be difficult to start when they are cold. In addition to following all instructions and heeding
all warnings in the engine manual, try the following:
1. Pump the throttle lever from the 1/4 throttle position to the full throttle position 3 or 4 times.
2. Return the throttle lever to the 1/4 throttle position.
3. Continue the starting procedure as described in the engine manual.

Bilge Blower System

• Use of the bilge blower system is NOT A GUARANTEE that explosive fumes have
been removed.
• BEFORE starting the engine ALWAYS use the "sniff test" to check the engine and bilge
areas for fuel vapors.
• If you smell fuel, do NOT start the engine and do NOT turn On any electrical devices.
• If you smell fuel and the engine is already running, shut Off the engine and turn Off all elec-
trical devices. Investigate immediately.
• Do NOT obstruct or modify the bilge blower system.
• The bilge blower 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 prop-
erly ventilated:
• Use the "sniff test" to check
the engine and bilge areas
for fuel vapors before start-
ing 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 the boat
below cruising speed.
! WARNING!
FIRE/EXPLOSION HAZARD
TO DECK VENTS
BLOWER
BLOWER
HOSES
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