Fuel And Fuel Systems; Fuel Types And Vapor Lock - Fleetwood PaceArrow Vision Manual

See the Chassis Operator's Manual in the Owner's
Information Package for chassis fuel recommendations. The
optional generator is designed to run on the same fuel as the
chassis. Consult the generator operating instructions for spe-
cial cautions
~bout
maintenance with different types of fuels.
The fuel fill is located on the rear of the motor home.
Modern fuel systems may build up vapor pressure within the
tank as the fuel warms during use or hot weather. Under cer-
tain conditions,sudden release of this pressure when remov-
ing the fuel cap can cause fuel to spray from the fill opening,
creating a fire hazard.
To protect the fuel system from excessive pressure or vacu-
um, or from sudden release of pressure, replace lost or dam-
aged fuel fill caps with caps of the same design which are
available from your Fleetwood motor home dealer.
Clean up fuel spills immediately. Raw fuel spilled on the
motor home could damage the exterior finish, and is a seri-
0us fire hazard.
Your motor home's automotive fuel and emissions systems
are sophisticated and highly engineered to meet Federal and
State emissions standards. They are sometimes sensitive to
fuel types and blends, particularly fuels blended for certain
altitudes and climates. Fuel suppliers provide customers with
the correct fuel for their location and seasonal conditions.
Sometimes, though, fuel blended for winter is supplied dur-
ing summer months.
"Vapor lock" occurs when gasoline vaporizes, and vapor
pockets block the flow of liquid fuel to the engine. If you
experience engine stall or stutter, you may be experiencing
vapor lock. If your engine and fuel system are properly tuned
and maintained, you should not experience this problem. If
vapor lock occurs, the fuel itself could be the cause. If at all
possible, check with the service station operator as to the
fuel blend before filling your fuel tank. If you purchase your
FUEL AND
FUEL SYSTEMS
WARNING
When removing the fuel
fill cap, rotate it slowly
only far enough to allow
the pressure to release.
After any "hissing" sound
stops, remove the cap
completely.
FUEL TYPES
AND
.VAPOR LOCK
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