Owner`s manual

3100 OFFSHORE

Chapter 3:

FUEL SYSTEM

3.1 General

The fuel systems used in Pursuit boats are designed to meet or exceed the requirements of the U.S. Coast Guard,

the Boating Industry Association and The American Boat and Yacht Council in effect at the time of

manufacture.

All gasoline and diesel fuel systems have been factory inspected and pressure tested in accordance with

regulations in effect at the time of manufacture. This inspection assures that the system is air tight, leak proof

and safe. It is the responsibility of the purchaser to maintain it in that condition. Make frequent inspections

to assure that no deterioration or loosening of connections is resulting from vibration.

DO NOT LET THE ODOR OF GASOLINE GO UNCHECKED. ANY ODOR OF GASOLINE

MUST BE IMMEDIATELY INVESTIGATED AND STEPS TAKEN TO PROTECT THE BOAT

AND ITS OCCUPANTS UNTIL THE PROBLEM IS CORRECTED. IF THE ODOR OF GASO-

LINE IS NOTED, SHUT OFF ALL ENGINES AND ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT. INVESTI-

GATE AND CORRECT THE SITUATION IMMEDIATELY. HAVE ALL PASSENGERS PUT

ON PERSONAL FLOTATION DEVICES AND KEEP FIRE EXTINGUISHERS READY UNTIL

THE SITUATION IS RESOLVED.

Fuel Withdrawal Tubes

The fuel withdrawal tubes are positioned in the fuel tanks to achieve optimum fuel usage, fuel line routing,

etc. At certain speeds and hull trim angles, the fuel supply at the withdrawal tube location can increase or

decrease accordingly. Be extremely careful when attempting to operate the boat when low on fuel. Though

some fuel may be in the tank, the relative trim angle of the boat may cause the fuel to flow away from the

withdrawal tubes.

Fuel Gauge

This indicates the amount of fuel in the tanks. Due to the mechanical nature of the fuel sender, variations in

readings during various speeds of operation may occur. This system is merely a relative indication of the

available fuel supply and not a calibrated instrument. A fuel gauge is located in the gauge cluster for each

engine.

Fuel Fills

A fuel fill deck plate is located on each gunnel, and is marked “GAS” or

“DIESEL.” The fuel fill is opened by turning it counterclockwise with a

special key. After fueling, install the fuel cap and tighten with the key. Be

sure to use the proper type and grade fuel. Refer to the engine owner’s manual

for additional information.

DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN THE FUEL CAP. IF THE CAP IS

OVERTIGHTENED, THE O-RING SEAL COULD BE DAMAGED ALLOWING WATER TO CON-

TAMINATE THE FUEL SYSTEM.

Fuel Fill

NOTICE