DIESEL FUEL FILTERING Safety and Maintenance Checklist

Check List

• Check Fuel System for Diesel Leaks
• Keep Spare Fuel Filters On Board
• Keep Fuel Tanks Topped
• Do Not Overfill Fuel Tanks
• Inspect Primary Fuel Filter(s) Bowl for Cleanliness
• Change Out Non-visual Fuel Filters on Regular Schedule
• Confirm That Fuel Tank Vents Are Clear
• Turn Off Bilge Pump(s) If Bilge Water Contains Any Diesel or Engine Oil
• Try to Keep a Sense of Decorum When Boarded By the Coast Guard and Asked to See The Backfire Flame Arrestor On Your Diesel Engine
• Container of Diesel to Prime Filters When Changing Fuel Filters
• Current Edition of Latitude 38 On Board
• Fuel Deck Fill Caps: Replace or Install “O” Rings. Lubricate Threads

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