Fueling Procedures

Steps to minimize fire and explosion risk at the marina: turn off engines, close windows, avoid smoking, and check for fumes after fueling.

Products mitigating carbon buildup or ethanol issues in older engines; boater ed advises followin...

Gasoline blended with 10% ethanol can attract water and damage older marine engines; boater educa...

Vessels reliant on solar panels for propulsion or onboard systems; boater education includes ener...

Diesel engines typically have better fuel efficiency and torque, while gas engines offer quicker ...

For inboard or stern-drive boats, an exhaust fan system that removes gasoline fumes before engine...

Deadly fumes produced by boat engines that can accumulate in or around a vessel, especially when ...

When too much fuel enters the engine carburetor or cylinders, preventing ignition; boaters learn ...

An external engine mounted on the transom of a small or medium-size boat; boater education covers...

Tips to avoid onboard fires (e.g., checking fuel hoses, maintaining electrical systems, storing f...

Mandatory and recommended gear for boats, including PFDs, fire extinguishers, visual distress sig...

A recommended routine covering fuel levels, safety gear, PFD counts, weather checks, and bilge in...

A USCG-approved device used to extinguish fires on board, often required for vessels with enclose...

Routine checks (oil changes, spark plugs, cooling systems) to ensure safe and reliable operation;...

A propulsion system with an inboard engine connected to an external outdrive; popular on recreati...

Preparing a vessel for off-season storage (e.g., draining water systems, adding antifreeze, prote...