Nautique SPORT NAUTIQUE 216 - Manual (Page 144)

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Section 8
Care and Maintenance
This section describes how to care and maintain your Correct Craft
boat. Periodic inspection and maintenance of items listed in this
section is absolutely necessary.
Winterization and some engine maintenance functions are best
performed by your Correct Craft dealer. Some maintenance items
that can be done by you or your dealer are listed below. We suggest
that you familiarize yourself with these even if you have your dealer
service your boat.
General Maintenance
1. Read engine operator and maintenance manual very carefully.
2. Check for fuel line leaks every time you use the boat.
3. DO NOT start your engine if gasoline odor is present. Gasoline
fumes are highly explosive. Before starting your engine, open
the engine cover, inspect the engine compartment for gasoline
fumes and operate the blower for at least four minutes. Run
your blower when operating at slow speeds. If fuel vapors are
present, do not start the engine. Check all hoses and fittings to
determine the source of the vapor. Make the necessary
adjustments or take the boat to your local dealer to eliminate
the fuel vapor.
Sport
Prior to starting the engine, you must
open the engine cover and check the engine
compartment and bilge for gasoline and oil vapors. You
must also operate the blower for at least four minutes.
Failure to do so may result in fire or explosion. If you
smell gasoline vapor or see liquid gasoline, DO NOT
start the engine.
! WARNING
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