Bilge Blower System - Maxum 1800MX Owner's 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 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
Chapter 4: Propulsion & Related Systems
1800MX, 2100SC, & 2200SR
1800SR3, 1900SR3, & 2000SR3
BLOWER
HOSE
BLOWER
BLOWER HOSE
(2200SR ONLY)
BLOWER
BLOWER
HOSES
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