Environmentally Friendly Fueling and Bilge Care
Author:
Brett Becker
Laptop Battery Every time you flip the bilge-pump switch, think about this: Spilled fuel and oil leaks can end up in your boat's bilge - and eventually, in our nation's waterways. Multiply that by the more than 16 million boats in use today, and it paints a gloomy picture. Taking care to avoid fuel spills and repairing oil and gas leaks quickly are key to reducing water pollution
When fueling, stop when the pump nozzle cuts off fuel flow. Topping off the tank can result in fuel spilled over the gunnel directly into the water or into the bilge, which eventually is pumped overboard.
On boats with built-in fuel tanks, install a fuel/air separator in the air-vent line to prevent spills during and after fill-ups. You also should install an oil/fuel-absorbent pillow or an oil-eating bacteria sock in the bilge to soak up any petroleum distillates and regularly check for oil and fuel leaks. Also, if your boat is 26 feet or longer, you must display a U.S. Coast Guard oil discharge placard.
If you have removable tanks on board, as is the case with a lot of smaller, outboard-powered boats, use only approved marine containers and fill them carefully to avoid spillage. If you must pre-mix the gas and oil, do so according to the manufacturer's recommendations.
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