Owner`s manual

Fuel System
3-3
Section 3
OS 315
Turn off all electrical switches before servic-
ing the fuel system and DO NOT drain any
fuel into the bilge. Check all fuel lines and fit-
tings for leaks before and after starting the
engines and after any fuel system service.
Prime fuel system and check all fittings for
leaks before starting the engines.
3.3 Diesel Generator Fuel
System (Optional)
The diesel generator is equipped with a sep-
arate 15-gallon fuel tank. The tank and fuel
filter are located on the starboard side, amid-
ships and are accessed by removing access
plates in the bucket locker, on the starboard
side of the bridge deck. This tank is filled
through a deck fill marked "DIESEL" on the
starboard gunwale. A fuel gauge for this tank
is located on the helm.
The diesel fuel system works like the gas
system. The difference is, the diesel system
is not equipped with anti-siphon valves and
there is a fuel return line to return unused
fuel to the fuel tank. The diesel system may
require priming after servicing. Refer to the
generator owner's manual for information on
priming.
Make sure the fuel valve is in the “ON” posi-
tion, before attempting to start the generator.
A water separator type fuel filter is installed
near the diesel fuel tank. The fuel filter has a
sediment bowl that must be inspected fre-
quently for water to ensure an adequate
supply of clean, water-free fuel is supplied to
the engine. Inspect the filter periodically and
changed the element as needed.
3.4 Fueling Instructions
Try not to spill fuel. If fuel is spilled, wipe up
all traces with dry rags and immediately dis-
pose of the rags properly onshore. DO NOT
allow fuel to stay on the finish of the boat,
discolor and damage to trim can occur.
Avoid fueling at night, except under well-
lighted conditions. Also, monitor fuel level
gauge to avoid overfilling.
! CAUTION
DO NOT confuse the diesel and gas
fuel fills; severe engine damage will
result.
! DANGER
FIRE/EXPLOSION HAZARD
Gasoline vapors are highly explosive
when exposed to open flame or spark,
resulting in death or serious injury.
• Stop engines before fueling.
• DO NOT smoke or allow open
flames or sparks nearby, within 50
ft (15 m) of the fueling area.
• Maintain contact between fuel noz-
zle and fuel tank fill to prevent
electrostatic spark. DO NOT use a
plastic funnel.
• Fill in an open area.
BURN HAZARD
Fuel floating on water which is
ignited, can cause death or serious
injury. Fuel will float on top of water
and can burn. If the boat is aban-
doned, swim upwind, far enough to
avoid fuel that can spread over the
surface of the water.
! CAUTION
Use only the fuel recommended by the
engine manufacturer. Use of old, con-
taminated fuel can cause the engine to
malfunction or severe damage. Do not
use fuel that contains more than 10%
ethanol, harsh additives or methanol,
damage to the engines and fuel sys-
tem will result. Fuel system damage,
related to use of 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.