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Fuel
Systems
Manufacturer Requirements
FEDERAL LAW
183.552 - Plastic encased fuel tanks:
Installation
(a) Each fuel tank encased in cellular
plastic foam or in fiber reinforced plastic must have
the connections, fittings, and labels accessible for
inspection and maintenance.
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The connections at the tank for the fuel tank
fill, fuel tank vent, fuel distribution fittings, fuel level
gauge and the fuel tank label must all be located to be available
for inspection and servicing when using foam or fiberglass
for the fuel tank installation.
If the fuel tank connections are welded to
the fuel tank, then the top of the fuel tank may be covered
with foam. If the fuel tank connections are screw-type spuds
in the fuel tank surface, these connections and joints must
be accessible.
Accessibility may be achieved by removable
panels, hatches, access ports and boat components. Seats,
fish boxes and consoles that are designed so they may be removed
also provide accessibility.
FIGURE
23 - Encased Fuel Tank Connections, Fittings and Label Accessibility
TO COMPLY WITH THE LAW
- Is the fuel tank encased in foam or
fiberglass?
- If so, are the fuel tank connections,
fittings and label accessible for inspection and maintenance?
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