4.2.9.1 Refueling the boat

The boat's engines run on gasoline. Optional heater system uses diesel fuel. 

Before refueling, stop the engine and any electrical equipment. Make sure that the boat is securely docked.

If the boat has optional decking material, wet down the deck with water before refueling. This ensures that any fuel spillage will float on the water and not penetrate the decking material.

Never leave the nozzle unattended during fueling. The nozzle will automatically shut off when the tank is full. Do not try to top off or overfill the tank.

After refueling, make sure the tank cap is properly closed. Before starting engines, ventilate areas where gasoline vapors may have accumulated.

Water reaching the engine's injection system can cause rapid corrosion damage to the precision components in the injection pump components. For this reason, it is vital to check the extra fuel filter regularly for water. Every so often, drain a small quantity of fuel into a suitable container (avoid fuel spillage) and check that there is no condensation water. If there is water in the filter, continue to drain until only clean fuel appears.

The fuel system on the engine is sensitive to air bubbles in the fuel. Always fill the tanks well before they are completely empty. If the system has been run dry, it must be bled before the engine can be started again. See the engine manufacturer's instruction manual before bleeding the fuel system.

  • The fuel system grounding is effective only when the boat is in the water and the system is filled using the nozzle. If filling from canisters, only use plastic containers and pay attention to not overfilling the system. Do not top off.

  • Never block access to safety equipment, fire extinguishers, fuel valves or main power switches.

  • Never block any ventilation openings made in the boat because their purpose is to clear the air of fuel fumes.

  • Never use a wrong type of fuel in the heater or cooker as this may damage them.

  • Never use an open flame when detecting leaks.