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Fuel System

3-3

Section 3

OS 285

3.3 Generator Fuel System

(Optional)

Your boat may be optionally equipped with a

gasoline generator. The aft fuel tank sup-

plies the gasoline-powered generator and is

equipped with an "ON/OFF" valve located

on the top of the fuel tank. Access to the fuel

valve is through the hatch in the cockpit

floor. The valve is “OFF” when the handle is

perpendicular to the fuel flow. An anti-siphon

valve near the withdrawal tube prevents

gasoline from siphoning out of the fuel tank

should a line rupture. This withdrawal tube is

slightly higher in the tank than the engine

withdrawal tube to ensure that a reserve of

gasoline is available for the main engine. If

the generator runs out of fuel, air gets into

the fuel system and an authorized dealer

must remove it. Refer to the generator

owner's manual for additional information.

Installed near the generator is the water-

separator type fuel filter. The fuel filter has a

sediment bowl. Frequently check the sedi-

ment bowl for water to ensure an adequate

supply of clean, dry fuel to the engine.

Inspect the filter periodically and change the

element as needed.

3.4 Fueling Instructions

To fill the fuel tank at a marina, follow this

procedure:

1. Make sure all switches are in the “OFF”

position.

2. Securely moor the boat.

3. Make sure all passengers leave the

boat.

4. Turn the special key counterclockwise to

open the cap.

5. Remove the cap.

6. Put the nozzle in the fuel opening.

7. Do not completely fill (top-off) the fuel

tanks to avoid spilling fuel out of the

vents. Allow room for expansion.

! WARNING

To reduce the possibility of a fire or

explosion, make sure all electrical

switches are in the "off" position

before servicing the fuel system.

! WARNING

Do not drain any fuel in the bilge. This

can lead to a fire or explosion. Check

all fuel line fittings for leaks before

and after starting the engines follow-

ing any fuel system service.

! NOTICE

Before starting the generator, the fuel

valve must be in the "ON" position.

! WARNING

Fuel is very flammable and can cause

a fire or an explosion. Be careful when

filling the fuel tanks. No smoking!

Never fill the tanks while the engines

are running. Fill the fuel tanks in an

open area. Do not fill the tanks near

open flames.

! 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.

! WARNING

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.

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