1998-1999 Four Winns Vista 238 258 278 Boat Owners Manual

I.
Use and Maintenance
2.   Phase separation of fuel will cause contamination.
Water which accumulates in the tank through con-
tamination or condensation will be absorbed by the
alcohol.  This water-heavy alcohol will settle at the
bottom of the tank. This phase separation will lead
to fuel tank corrosion. This may also result in a lean
mixture to the carburetor and cause engine stalling
or possible engine damage.
DO NOT let the odor of gasoline go unchecked.
If the odor of gasoline is noted, shut off all en-
gines, electrical and heat generating equipment.
Investigateandcorrectthesituationimmediately!
Haveallpassengersputonpersonalflotationde-
vices and keep fire extinguisher at hand until the
situation is resolved.
Theuseofalcoholadditivesingasolinehasbecomemore
wide-spread.  Regulations on  public notification of the
existence of additives is currently controlled by the Envi-
ronmental Protection Agency (EPA).   Some states  do
require that gasoline pumps display information on addi-
tives(especiallyalcohol).   Ifalcoholcontentisnotposted,
ask and avoid using fuel containing alcohol if possible.
Periodically inspect all connections for leakage and all
hoses for damage or deterioration. Replace as neces-
sary.
B.   Recommendations
Tohelpguardagainstdamage,avoidthestorage
or handling of gear  near the fuel lines, fittings
and tanks.
Assume blended gasoline is being used and follow these
recommendationsbelow.
1.
2.
Inspect fuel hoses often.  A deteriorated hose con-
taining alcohol blended gasoline will normally be soft
and swollen. Adeteriorating hose containing no fuel
will normally be hard and brittle.  In both cases the
hose should be replaced.
F - 2
FUELSTANDARDS
Be cautious when using gasoline which contains alco-
hol.
Ventilate the engine compartment before starting the
engine(s). Operate the engine compartment blower
for four  (4) minutes.    Then, prior  to starting  the
engine(s), check the bilge area for the scent of gaso-
line fumes; DO NOT start the engine(s) if the odor of
gasoline is detected.
To conform to FederalAir Quality Standards, the
petroleum  industry  reduced  the  amount  of
tetraethyl lead  in gasoline.   Alcohol  is being
blended with gasoline to help restore the octane
rating lost when the lead was removed. While
blending alcohol with gasoline increases the oc-
tane level of the fuel, it can also create certain
safetyandperformancerelatedproblemsforboat-
ers.
3.
Frequently inspect the fuel system fittings. Inspect
the fuel tank, pump  and filter for signs of  leaks or
corrosion.  Visually  inspect for deteriorating metal
fittings at the fuel hose connections.
A.   Problems With Alcohol In Gasoline
Below is a list of problems which  may be experienced
when using blended gasoline.
Fuel leaks in hoses or at fittings are a fire haz-
ard.  If areas are  found within the fuel system
that appear questionable, have a qualified ma-
rine technician inspect the system. A thorough
fuel system examination should be made by an
experienced marine technician at least once a
year.
1.
Premature deterioration of fuel system components
may occur.   Alcohol will attack rubber  fuel hoses,
fuel tanks, fuel filters, fuel pumps  and rubber gas-
kets. This deterioration will lead to fuel system leak-
age.
Vista Owners  Manual
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Section F
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Product Specification
CategoriesFour Winns Manuals, Outboard Marine Corporation Manuals
Model Year1998, 1999
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