Owner`s manual

Fuel System
3-3
Section 3
OS 255
To fill the fuel tank at a marina, follow this
procedure:
1. Make sure all switches are in the “Off”
position.
2. Make sure the boat is securely moored.
3. Make sure all passengers leave the
boat.
4. A special key to open the fuel caps is
supplied.
5. Turn the key counterclockwise to open
the cap.
6. Remove the cap.
7. Put the nozzle in the fuel opening.
8. Do not completely fill (top-off) the fuel
tanks to avoid spilling fuel out of the
vents and fuel fills and to allow for
expansion.
9. Remove the nozzle.
10. Install and tighten the fuel cap. Be care-
ful not to over tighten the cap.
11. Check the fuel compartment and below
deck for fuel odors. If you smell fuel, do
not start the engine.
3.4 Fuel System Maintenance
! CAUTION
To prevent damage to the fuel system,
use only a good grade of gasoline. Do
not use fuel that contains harsh addi-
tives or more than 10% ethanol. Do
not use fuels containing methanol.
Water or corrosion damage to the fuel
system as a result of using alcohol-
blended fuels is not covered by the
Pursuit limited warranty. Refer to the
engine owner's manual for specific
fuel requirements for your engines.
! CAUTION
Static electricity may generate while
fueling and can cause a fire or explo-
sion. To prevent static sparks while
filling the tank, make sure the nozzle
is in contact with the fuel opening.
! WARNING
Estimate how much fuel you need and
avoid over filling the tank.
! WARNING
Spilled fuel can cause a fire or an
explosion. Make sure you do not spill
any fuel. If you spill a small amount of
fuel on the fiberglass, use a cloth to
remove the fuel and properly dispose
of the contaminated cloth. Exercise
extreme caution if spilled on the
water. Fuel floats on the surface of the
water and can ignite. Immediately
evacuate the area and notify the
marina and the proper officials if a
water spill occurs.
! DANGER
To reduce the risk of a fire and/or
explosion, do not start the engine(s)
when fuel fumes are present. Fuel
fumes are dangerous and harmful to
your health. Investigate all gasoline
odors immediately.
! WARNING
Periodically inspect all fuel filters,
primer bulbs, connections, clamps
and hoses for leakage and damage or
deterioration. Replace as necessary.