Nautique 230 - Manual (Page 182)

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Without proper fuel filtration or fuel stabilization, ethanol blended
fuel may cause the following:
• Excessive moisture (water) can cause lean operation, hard
starting, and operating difficulties such as vapor lock and low
speed stalling, and can reduce fuel shelf life.
• Ethanol blended fuels acting as solvents can cause gum,
sediment, sludge and other particles to be loosened and
carried through the fuel system to the engine.
Fuel Stabilizer Recommendations for Ethanol Blended Fuels
The use of a commercially available fuel stabilizer, such as
STA-BIL
® , is recommended when storing ethanol blended fuel for
more than two weeks.
When fueling:
1. Avoid fueling at night, except under well-lighted conditions.
Also avoid overfilling of the tank by monitoring the fuel level
gauge while fueling. Turn on the ignition without starting the
engine and monitor the gauge. Stop fueling as the gauge
approaches the ‘full’ level and turn off the ignition when
finished. Fuel spillage on our waterways will pollute our
environment.
2. Moor your boat securely to the dock. Know the location of the
fire extinguisher in case of emergency.
3. Close all doors, hatches, windows and other compartments.
4. Extinguish cigarettes, pipes, and all other flame producing
items.
5. Make sure all power is OFF, and DO NOT operate any
electrical switches.
6. Add fuel in accordance with the engine operator’s manual. DO
NOT overfill, and allow enough room for fuel expansion.
After fueling:
1. Tighten the fuel filler cap. Wipe up any spilled fuel.
2. Check all fuel lines, hoses and connections for leaks and
deterioration.
NOTICE
Each time you refuel, inspect all fuel lines, hoses and connections
for leaks and deterioration.
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