Fueling Instructions - Scarab jet boat Owenrs Manual

B. Ventilate the engine compartment before starting
the engine. Operate the engine compartment
blower for four (4) minutes. Then, prior to starting
the engine, check the bilge area for the scent of
odor of gasoline is detected.
corrosion. Visually inspect for deteriorating metal
Avoid serious injury or death from fire or
If areas are found within the fuel system that appear
in spect the system. A thorough fuel sys tem examina-
tion should be made by an experienced marine
technician at least once a year.
J. Fueling Instructions
1. Avoid fueling at night except in emergencies.
a. Do not smoke, strike matches, or throw
switches.
b. Stop all engines, motors, fans, and devic es
that could produce sparks.
c. Put out all lights.
a. Ensure that boat is moored securely.
b. Be sure the proper type and grade of fuel
as recommended by your Engine Owners
Manual is used.
c. Know the capacity of your fuel tank and how
much fuel is currently in the tank before
fueling. Determine how much additional fuel is
with the fuel opening at all times to guard against
possible static spark. See Figure B30.
Boat Systems - Section B
DO NOT TOP OFF.
(Nozzle in contact with fuel opening.
Grounding the fuel hose - proper)
(Nozzle not in contact with fuel opening.
Not grounding the fuel hose - Improper)
Figure B30: Grounding Fuel Hose
b. Wipe up any spilled fuel.
c. Determine that there is no odor of gaso line in
the engine compartment or below decks
before starting machinery, turning on lights or
lighting stove (if applicable). Oper ate the bilge
blower system for at least four (4) minutes
before engine start-up.
d. Be prepared to cast off moorings as soon
as engine is started.
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