Owner`s manual
5.2
Follow these procedures to fill the primary tank and the
additional tank (if provided):
1. Remove the fuel fill cap from the tank fitting and insert the
fuel supply nozzle.
2. After pumping approximately 5-10 gallons (19-38 liters) of
fuel into the tank, inspect the engine and fuel tank area for
signs of fuel leakage. If fuel cannot be pumped into the tank at
a reasonable rate, check for a plugged fuel vent or a kink in the
line. Contact your dealer if slow lling continues.
3. If you nd it necessary to fuel your boat from a can or
unapproved fill nozzle, you may encounter difficulty filling your
gas tank. Please contact your dealer to obtain a fill-assist device.
4. When you have nished fueling, replace the fuel ll cap.
Listen for the “click” to ensure proper closure.
5. Open the fuel tank area. If canvas is in place, open it to
ventilate enclosed area. Check for fuel fumes or fuel line leakage.
Investigate and correct the source of fumes or fuel leakage
before starting the engine.
6. Run the bilge blower on I/O models for at least 5 minutes
before starting the engine and until the boat has reached its
cruising speed. If your boat has a portable tank:
• Remove the tank from boat, remove the fuel ll cap
from tank fitting, insert the fuel supply nozzle and
begin pumping fuel.
• Stop lling the tank before fuel overows. Allow
space at the top of the tank for thermal expansion.
Fuel pumped from underground tanks is cooler than
outside air. Gasoline expands as it warms up and can
easily overflow the tank.
• When you have nished fueling, replace the fuel
fill cap. If necessary, wash off any fuel spilled around
the fuel fill area. Properly dispose of rags used to
wipe off fuel spillage.
• Carefully carry the tank aboard and make fuel line
connections. Check for fuel fumes or fuel line
leakage. Investigate and correct the source of fumes
or fuel leakage before starting the engine.
LOADING PASSENGERS AND GEAR
The U.S. Coast Guard requires that a plate stating the
maximum load capacity be afxed to all boats. This plate
shows the load in pounds (occupants and gear) the boat can
carry safely under normal conditions.
Overloading and improper distribution of weight are significant causes of
accidents. Capacity plates, located near the helm, show maximum loads
under normal conditions. Keep weight below maximum limits for safety
in turbulent waters. Overloading is a violation of U.S. Coast Guard
regulations. All boats are subject to U.S. Coast Guard safe loading
and labeling requirements.
Use caution when using blended fuels. The motor and/or fuel system
was designed for fuels with lower levels of alcohol than may be available
to you today. Fuels like E85 and E15 are very harmful to the fuel system
in this boat. Do not use fuels like E85 and E15 because they may destroy
or severely damage your fuel system or motor.
Fuel vapors are explosive. Fuel leaking from any part of the fuel system can
lead to re and explosion that can cause serious bodily injury or death.
NOTE: Some Premier pontoons may be equipped with two fuel
tanks. Boats so equipped have two fuel gauges at the console
to monitor the amount of fuel available. Only one tank may be in
service at a time on single engine boats. A valve on each tank al-
lows the operator to select which tank is to be in service. In this
case, the operator may be able to switch tanks while underway.
If possible, fill the boat’s fuel tank before loading passengers and
gear. If passengers are on board, have them leave the boat until
fueling is complete.
The use of a fuel stabilizer additive will greatly reduce engine
problems and should be used all year.
Inspect the fuel system for leakage, weakening, hardening, swell-
ing or corrosion of components including fuel tanks, fuel lines,
fittings, fuel filters, and carburetors. If any component shows
signs of leakage or deterioration, it must be replaced before start-
ing the engine.