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Fuel System

Fueling the Boat

In order to comply with U.S. EPA emission regula-

tions, Scout boats are equipped with special fuel

systems that reduce the flow of fuel vapors from

the fuel system to the atmosphere when fueling

operations are complete.

These fuel systems meet U.S. EPA emission stan-

dards and are designed to maintain a specific air

space at the top of the fuel tank that provides

proper tank ventilation and protection for emission

control components. Special valves in the fuel

tank vent and fill systems and a shutoff valve in

marina fuel pump nozzles are designed to auto-

matically stop the fuel flow when the tank is full

and maintain this air space.

Notice:

When the fuel tank is full, the shutoff valve in

the marina fuel pump nozzle will activate and

automatically shut off the flow, indicating

that the tank is filled to the maximum level.

You should stop filling the tank at this point

and never attempt to “top off” the tank. At

tempting to “top off” the tank could damage

fuel level control valves.

WARNING

STATIC ELECTRICITY GENERATED BY FLOWING FUEL
CAN CAUSE A FIRE OR EXPLOSION. TO PREVENT STATIC
SPARKS WHEN FILLING THE TANK, MAKE SURE THE
NOZZLE IS ALWAYS IN CONTACT WITH THE FUEL FILL

OPENING

To fill the fuel tank, follow this procedure:

• The fuel cap is hinged and does not require a

key. Press the release button on the side of

the cap and swing it open for fueling.

• Make sure the nozzle is equipped with an

automatic shutoff valve. Then put the nozzle

in the fuel fill opening and make sure it stays

in contact with the fuel fill fitting during the

entire fueling operation.

• Fill the tank until the shutoff valve in the pump

nozzle clicks and automatically stops the fuel

flow.

• Remove the nozzle and close the cap.

WARNING

F U E L TA N K C O N T E N T S C A N B E U N D E R P R E S S U R E.
TO AV O I D S E R I O U S I N J U RY O R D E AT H F R O M F I R E
OR EXPLOSION, OPEN FUEL CAP SLOWLY IN A WELL
VENTILATED AREA. NO SMOKING OR OPEN FLAMES.

WARNING

SPILLED FUEL CAN CAUSE A FIRE OR AN EXPLOSION.
MAKE SURE YOU DO NOT SPILL ANY FUEL.  IF A SMALL
AMOUNT OF FUEL IS SPILLED ON THE FIBERGLASS, USE A
CLOTH TO REMOVE THE FUEL AND PROPERLY DISPOSE OF
THE CONTAMINATED CLOTH.  IF FUEL IS SPILLED ON THE
WATER, EXERCISE EXTREME CAUTION.  FUEL FLOATS ON
THE SURFACE OF THE WATER AND CAN IGNITE.  IF FUEL
IS SPILLED INTO THE WATER, IMMEDIATELY EVACUATE
THE AREA AND NOTIFY THE MARINA AND THE PROPER

OFFICIALS.

Preparing the Boat For Operation

Use the following procedure to prepare the boat for

operation when fueling operations are complete:

• Open all hatches, windows and doors.

• Check the fuel compartment and below the

deck for fuel odors. If you smell fuel, do not

start the engines.

5.4 Fuel System Maintenance

Periodically inspect all primer bulbs, connections,

clamps and hoses for leakage, damage or deterio-

ration. Replace as necessary. Spray the valves,