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Periodically inspect the cap and the fuel deck plate. The
o-ring seal should be inspected for cracks or damage
and replaced as necessary. Lubricating with a light, wa-
terproof oil or grease is recommended and can extend
the o-ring’s longevity.
C. Fuel Vents
Depending on which type of fuel fill determines whether
there is a separate thru-hull fuel vent or a fuel vent lo-
cated below the fill cap application being used. Either
way while the tank is being filled, the air displaced by the
fuel escapes through the vent overboard. When the tank
is almost full, fuel will be ejected from the fuel vent.
Figure I3: Fuel Tank Fittings
Spilled fuel is a fire and explosion hazard. DO
NOToverfilloroverflowthetank,orallowfuelspills
into the hull or bilge. If spillage occurs, clean up
immediately and dispose of soiled rags/towels
in a proper container.
DONOTremovetheanti-siphonvalve(s)fromthe
system. Should the valves become clogged,
clean and reinstall or replace.
NOTICE
When fueling at a marina, DO NOT overfill. Fuel
may spill into the water.
The fuel withdrawal is positioned in the fuel tank
toachieveoptimumfuelusage,andfuellinerout-
ing. At certain speeds and hull trim angles, the
fuel supply at the withdrawal can increase or
decreaseaccordingly. Beextremelycarefulwhen
attempting to operate the boat on a minimum
amount of fuel. Though some fuel may be in the
tank,therelativetrimangleoftheboatmaycause
the fuel to flow away from the withdrawal.
After fueling, replace the fill cap, and wash the areas
aroundthefuelfillplateandbelowthefuelvent. Residual
fuel left on the deck and hull sides can be dangerous,
and will yellow the fiberglass. It will also damage the
tape stripes and logos.
For those models with thru-hull venting, periodically, in-
spect the fuel vent(s) for any dirt, wax, etc. Carefully
remove any obstruction with a pipe cleaner or similar
device. Be sure not to puncture the screen. Thevent
screens are designed to keep insects and foreign matter
from contaminating the fuel and fuel system. The stain-
less steel cap is not removable.
NOTICE
On all Vista® models, access to the anti-siphon
valveandfuelsenderisbyeitheranaccessplate
or through the engine compartment.
E. Fuel Gauge
D. Anti-Siphon Valves
The fuel gauge indicates the amount of fuel in the fuel
tank. See SectionE-9F - Fuel Gauge for additional infor-
The fuel withdrawal line is equipped with an anti-siphon mation on fuel gauge use.
valve where the line attaches to the fuel tank. The valve
preventsgasolinefromsiphoningoutofthefueltankshould
a line rupture. See Figure I3 for anti-siphon location.
F. Fuel Senders
The fuel sender consists of a float which travels up and
down a stationary tube. The float measures the level of
the fuel in the tank and sends a signal to the fuel gauge.
See Figure I4.
Vista™ Owner’s Manual
Section I
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