Instruction manual

PROFICIENCY IN SURVIVAL CRAFT AND RESCUE BOATS OTHER THAN
FAST RESCUE BOATS
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17. Shallow-water lever for raising motor
18. Battery lead
19. Wiring harness
20. Remote control attachment
9.2 Portable fuel system
Portable fuel tanks for outboard motors are fitted with a manual priming
bulb. It is squeezed a few times to draw fuel when first starting the engine or to
continue to provide fuel to the engine in case of fuel pump failure. Care must be
taken to ensure that the bulb is not over squeezed as this may cause leaks in the
fuel system or flood the engine with too much fuel, making it difficult to start. The
bulb should be squeezed only until it becomes firm.
The tank is also fitted with a breather screw, which must be loosened to
vent the tank when operating the engine. Ensure the breather screw is fully
closed when transporting the tank to prevent spillage.
The fuel line connection to the tank should be self-locking, and the
connection to the motor should be either the quick-release type or automatic
shut- off type when the fuel line is disconnected.
Portable fuel tanks should not be left partially empty for long periods as the
fuel can become contaminated with moisture buildup and algae growth. They
should be filled ashore to avoid spillage on board and secured on board to
prevent movement.
Fig. 9.2 Portable fuel system