Bilge Blower System - Bayliner 175 Owner's Manual

175 • Owner's Manual Supplement

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
electrical devices. Investigate immediately.
• Do NOT obstruct or modify the bilge blower system.
• The bilge blower sys-
tem removes explo-
sive 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 the boat below cruising speed.
! WARNING!
FIRE/EXPLOSION HAZARD
DECK VENTS
VENTILATION
HOSES
Chapter 3: Propulsion & Related Systems
BLOWER MOTOR
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