Owner`s manual

2270 CENTER CONSOLE
SPILLED FUEL IS DANGEROUS AND CAN YELLOW FIBERGLASS OR IGNITE. MAKE SURE
YOU DO NOT SPILL ANY FUEL. IF FUEL IS SPILLED ON THE DECK, USE A CLOTH TO
REMOVE THE FUEL AND PROPERLY DISPOSE OF THE CLOTH. IF FUEL IS SPILLED
ON THE WATER, EXERCISE EXTREME CAUTION. FUEL FLOATS ON TOP OF THE WA-
TER AND CAN IGNITE. IF EXCESS FUEL IS SPILLED INTO THE WATER, IMMEDIATELY
EVACUATE THE AREA AND NOTIFY THE MARINA AND THE PROPER OFFICIALS.
9. Fill the tank slightly less than the rated capacity to avoid spilling fuel out of the
vent and fuel fill and to allow for expansion.
10. Remove the nozzle.
11. Install the fuel cap.
12. Check the fuel compartment and below the deck for fuel odors. If you smell fuel,
do not start the engine.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A FIRE AND/OR EXPLOSION, DO NOT START THE ENGINE
WHEN FUEL FUMES ARE PRESENT. FUEL FUMES ARE DANGEROUS AND HARMFUL TO
YOUR HEALTH.
MAKE SURE ALL GASOLINE ODORS ARE INVESTIGATED IMMEDIATELY.
3.4 Fuel System Maintenance
Periodically inspect all primer bulbs, connections, clamps and hoses for leakage and damage or
deterioration. Replace as necessary. Spray the valves, tank fuel gauge sender and ground
connections with a metal protector.
Frequently inspect and lubricate the fuel fill cap O-ring seal with petroleum jelly or silicone grease.
The O-ring seal prevents water from entering the fuel system through the fuel fill cap. It should be
immediately replaced if there is any sign of damage or deterioration.
Periodically, remove the fuel vent and clean corrosion and salt buildup from the vent screens. The
screens will prevent insects and other foreign matter from contaminating the fuel and fuel system.
The fuel vent should be replaced if the vent or screens are damaged or badly corroded. Fuel vent
screens that are clogged will prevent the fuel tank from venting properly and make filling the tank
difficult or cause fuel supply problems to the engine.
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