Note: Fuel stabilizers work ONLY in fresh gasoline. Stabilizers will
not cure oxygenated gasoline. Adding a stabilizer when the boat
is being prepared for outings after storage will NOT clean the
gumming that has occurred or remove water from the fuel tank or
otherwise eliminate any problems that have occurred due to failure
to properly prepare the fueling system for storage.
Engine manufacturers suggest using Federal or State of California
reformulated gasoline whenever possible as it stores as well or
better than conventional gasoline.
Even quality gasoline that has been properly prepared for storage
should never be stored for a period to exceed one (1) year.
Fuel systems on all boats MUST be properly prepared for storage
periods exceeding two (2) weeks, as outlined in this Owner’s
Manual. Failure to do so may void the warranty.
Step 2
Add a biocide additive in the fuel tank to limit microbial growth
in the gasoline. Follow the directions provided by the additive’s
manufacturer.
Step 3
Add a fuel stabilizer, such as Sta-Bil® (preferably the Marine grade
or Ethanol grade stabilizer) to the fuel tank. Follow the directions
provided by the stabilizer’s manufacturer.
Step 4
Run the engine for at least fifteen (15) minutes while in a body of
water. This allows for the circulation of the additives throughout the
fuel system.
During storage, the tank vents can be sealed. If the vent is sealed,
the tank must NOT be completely filled. A ninety-to-ninety-five per-
cent (90-95%) filled tank allows room for expansion, which will be
required at certain times when temperatures increase. In addition
to preventing water intrusion, sealing can prevent the gumming
that occurs when the hydrocarbons in gasoline react with naturally
occurring oxygen. This gummy substance plugs up fuel filters and
injectors. Sealing the tank helps reduce gumming by significantly
limiting the amount of oxygen that is allowed into the fuel tank. If the
tank vent is sealed for storage/winterization, it must be unsealed
prior to the boat being placed back into service. Failure to do so will
result in issues when trying to fill the gas tank in future fill-ups.
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