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Fuel System
5.3 Diesel Generator Fuel System
The diesel fuel system for the optional generator
is completely separate from the gasoline system.
The diesel fuel tank is located in the stern bilge
below the cockpit and is filled from a fuel fill deck
plate on the starboard gunnel labeled “Diesel.”
The diesel fuel system is not equipped with an
anti-siphon valve and there is a fuel return line
from the engine that returns unused fuel to the
fuel tank.
Proper diesel engine operation requires a good sup-
ply of clean, dry diesel fuel. Improper marina fuel
storage techniques, limited boat usage, etc. can
cause the fuel to become contaminated. Periodi-
cally, it may be necessary to pump accumulating
water and contaminated fuel from the bottom of
the fuel tank. If the generator fuel system on your
boat becomes contaminated, contact your dealer or
Everglades Customer Service for assistance.
Algae can grow in the accumulated water in diesel
fuel tanks. This condition is most prevalent in warm
climates. Periodically adding a high quality diesel
fuel additive containing an algicide may be required
to control algae in your boating area. You should
contact your dealer or the generator manufacturer
for additional information regarding fuels and ad-
ditives.
Notice:
Do not allow the generator to sit unused for an
extended period with the fuel tank less than
full. Changes in temperature and weather
conditions can cause condensation in diesel
fuel tanks that are less than 3/4 full.
Diesel Fuel Filter
A water separator type fuel filter is mounted near
the generator in the aft systems room. Another
filter is typically installed on the generator inside
the sound shield. Replace the filter cartridges as
recommended by the generator manufacturer or
as needed.
It is particularly important to monitor the condition
of the fuel filters frequently because diesel engines
circulate much more fuel than they consume.
Because of the volume of fuel that flows through
the filters, they typically must be changed at least
twice a season or more frequently depending on the
quality of the fuel and the hours run. Follow the
generator manufacturer’s instructions for replacing
the filters.
Diesel Fuel Filter
Diesel Fuel Fill
Notice:
Diesel fuel systems may need to be primed
after servicing. Refer to the generator owner’s
manual for information on priming the fuel
system.
Summary of Contents for 340 DC
Page 1: ...OWNER S MANUAL 340 DC...
Page 2: ...2 Revision 0 11 07 2018...
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Page 149: ...149 MAINTENANCE LOG Appendix B Hours Date Dealer Service Repairs...
Page 150: ...150 Maintenance Log Hours Date Dealer Service Repairs...
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Page 155: ...155 Appendix C BOATING ACCIDENT REPORT...
Page 156: ...156 Boating Accident Report...
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