3-75Controls and IndicatorsFuel TankThere is a fuel tank fill cap on the center of the transom for addedconvenience. Press and release the black button on the bottom ofthe cap to open. Use caution when fueling your boat.Avoid overfilling of the tank by monitoring the fuel level gaugewhile fueling. Turn on the ignition without starting the engine andmonitor the gauge. Stop fueling as the gauge approaches the ‘full’level and turn off the ignition when finished. Fuel spillage on ourwaterways will pollute our environment.There is a fuel tank located under the deck behind the stern seat.To inspect the hose connections, remove the stern seat leanback.Your Nautique dealer should perform all fuel tank service.Explosion or fire can occur under certainconditions, causing death or serious injury:• Turn the engine OFF.• DO NOT smoke or allow open flame or sparks within50 feet (15 meters) of the refueling area.• DO NOT refuel unattended, avoid contact and spilling.• DO NOT refuel indoors.• DO NOT use a plastic funnel.• DO NOT allow any spilled fuel to remain on your boat’sfinish.• DO NOT allow a fuel system problem to go unchecked.• Always maintain contact with the fuel nozzle and thefuel tank to prevent electrostatic spark.
