Probably a leak in the fuel system or the evaporative control system. Look around for loose or leaking hoses, etc., and if you can't find one, seek a competent shop.
When you refuel your PWC it is important to check for gas fumes. You check for fumes before starting the engine and after adding fuel.
When you refuel your PWC it is important to check for gas fumes. You check for fumes before starting the engine and after adding fuel.
When you refuel your PWC it is important to check for gas fumes. You check for fumes before starting the engine and after adding fuel.
Exhause Fumes.
Before starting the engine, ALWAYSIf you don't the accumulation of fuel fumes may cause a big boom resulting in the loss of life and vessel
Before starting the engine, ALWAYSIf you don't the accumulation of fuel fumes may cause a big boom resulting in the loss of life and vessel
Exhaust
Check for and repair any exhaust or fuel leaks.
Check your gas cap. If the tank does not build pressure, it trips a sensor and the check engine light will come on. The gas smell is the fumes that should have created the pressure.
A person should check for gas fumes when there is a gas leak. A person should also check for gas fumes if there is a smell of gas. There are items that can be purchased that will monitor for gas in the air.
Fumes which are a byproduct of combustion within the engine block, most commonly Carbon Dioxide and Carbon Monoxide.
The boat could blow up. Gasoline fumes are very explosive. That is why boats are required by law to have ventilation for the engine room. If there are fumes and there is a spark from something electrical then the boat could explode. Always ventilate after fueling for at least 4 minutes, and make sure that electrical equipment on the boat is UL listed as ignition protected. That means it won't ignite any gas fumes. Always check for fumes with your nose before starting the engine.