Section 6
Without proper fuel filtration or fuel stabilization, ethanol blended fuel may cause the following:
•Excessive moisture (water) can cause lean operation, hard starting, and operating difficulties such as vapor lock and low speed stalling, and can reduce fuel shelf life.
•Ethanol blended fuels acting as solvents can cause gum, sediment, sludge and other particles to be loosened and carried through the fuel system to the engine.
Fuel Stabilizer Recommendations for Ethanol Blended Fuels
The use of a commercially available fuel stabilizer, such as
When fueling:
1.Avoid fueling at night, except under
2.Moor your boat securely to the dock. Know the location of the fire extinguisher in case of emergency.
3.Close all doors, hatches, windows and other compartments.
4.Extinguish cigarettes, pipes, and all other flame producing items.
5.Make sure all power is OFF, and DO NOT operate any electrical switches.
6.Add fuel in accordance with the engine operator’s manual. DO NOT overfill, and allow enough room for fuel expansion.
After fueling:
1.Tighten the fuel filler cap. Wipe up any spilled fuel.
2.Check all fuel lines, hoses and connections for leaks and deterioration.
NOTICE
Each time you refuel, inspect all fuel lines, hoses and connections for leaks and deterioration.
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