Fuel System; Boarding Ladders - Bennington Pontoon Owner's Manual

Typical Bennington Fuel Fill Twist Off Cap
Tip:
If applicable to your model, lift the sundeck lid over the fuel tank when re-fueling to visually check
the fuel level of your tank. Your model of boat may have the fuel fi ll cap in a different location than
shown above.
SHUT OFF ENGINE WHILE FUELING YOUR BOAT!
Do not use fuels containing any form of alcohol or alcohol derivatives. Alcohol destroys marine
fuel system hoses and components. Weak hoses can lead to leaks, fi re or explosions. Inspect the
fuel system for leakage, weakening, hardening, swelling, or corrosion of components including the
fuel tanks, fuel lines, fi ttings, fuel fi lters, and carbs. If any components show signs of leaking, they
must be replaced. Check the engine owner's manual for additional information.
Follow these basic procedures to fi ll your boat's primary fuel tank:
Remove fuel fi ll cap from tank fi tting and insert the fuel supply nozzle. After pumping approximate-
ly 5 gallons of fuel into the tank, inspect engine and fuel tank area for signs of possible fuel leaks.
If leaks are not found, continue with fueling. If fuel cannot be pumped into the tank at a reasonable
rate, check for a plugged fuel vent or a kink in the line. Continue fueling if you do not fi nd leaks or
other problems.
Stop fi lling the tank before fuel overfl ows. Allow space at the top of the fuel tank for thermal expan-
sion. Fuel pumped from underground tanks is cooler than the outside air. Gasoline expands as it
warms up and can easily overfl ow.
When your done fueling, replace the fuel fi ll cap. Wash off any fuel spilled around the fuel fi ll area.
Properly dispose of rags used to wipe off fuel spillage.

Boarding Ladders:

Bennington has two basic types of boarding ladders, please note pictures and descriptions below:
! DANGER !
DO NOT SMOKE WHILE FUELING YOUR BOAT!
Stern Entry Boarding Ladder:
This ladder is located on the starboard stern corner of the boat and
comes as a standard feature on all stern entry Bennington models.
Do not allow your ladder to drag in the water. Fold up and fasten the
strap located on the ladder after each use.
Side Mount Entry Ladder:
This ladder is designed to be mounted for use at a side entry gate and
available for most Bennington pontoons.
Contact your Bennington dealer for information concerning purchase
and installation of the side mount entry ladder.
Do not allow your ladder to drag in the water. Put the ladder back
inside the boat after each use.
Frequently Inspect Hoses & Clamps
for Fuel Leaks.
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