Before starting an onboard gasoline boat, ensure that you conduct a thorough safety check, including inspecting fuel lines for leaks and checking the oil and coolant levels. Confirm that the area is well-ventilated to prevent the buildup of harmful fumes. Additionally, ensure that all safety equipment, such as life jackets and fire extinguishers, is readily available and in good condition. Finally, familiarize yourself with the boat's controls and emergency procedures before starting the engine.
On gasoline powered boats, the blower should be operated after refueling and before starting the engine.
operate the blower for at least four minutes
On gasoline powered boats, the blower should be operated after refueling and before starting the engine.
You should operate the blower for at least 4 minutes, and then you can feel free to start the engine.
You should operate the blower for at least 4 minutes, and then you can feel free to start the engine.
4 (four) minutes
Run it a few minutes before you start the engine - It takes the gas fumes out of the engine compartment so that if you have a spark it doesn't ignite.
You should operate the blower for at least 4 minutes, and then you can feel free to start the engine.
Before starting an inboard gasoline engine, ensure the area is well-ventilated to prevent the buildup of harmful fumes. Check the fuel system for leaks and ensure the fuel tank is adequately filled with the correct gasoline type. Additionally, inspect the engine compartment for any obstructions or loose connections, and verify that safety equipment, like fire extinguishers, is readily accessible. Finally, make sure the boat is in neutral and that all safety precautions are in place.
Don't know how much gasoline was put in or how much diesel was in the tank before gasoline was added but if you didn't run the engine after the gasoline was put in and you drained it, you should be okay.
The manual on my 18' Larson says 5 minutes, but I never run it that long. If you smell gas it's better to be safe than sorry!
Operate the blower for at least four minutes