Operating the exhaust blower purges the engine compartment of explosive fuel fumes.
to remove fuel vapors
It removes fuel vapors
Operate the blower for at least four minutes
To exhaust any gasoline fumes that may be present. Failure to do so can result in an explosion if there is a spark or electrical short. You do not want an explosion aboard a water craft. Safety first ... always.
To remove accumulated gasoline vapors from areas of the engine compartment. Failure to do so can result in an explosion during start-up.
Run the blower. (To get the gas fumes out)
You should operate the blower for at least 4 minutes, and then you can feel free to start the engine.
To remove fuel vapors
You should operate the blower for at least 4 minutes, and then you can feel free to start the engine.
To remove fuel vapors
To evacuate the gas fumes, so you don't blow up.
Running the exhaust blower will expel fuel or exhaust vapors trapped in the engine compartment. This is a precautionary step. A visual inspection the engine compartment is also a good habit to get into if you have not started the boat for some time. Things to look (and smell) for in the engine compartment that might tell you something is wrong with your boat before you start it include: fuel or exhaust, water, and broken or loose motor parts.