Boat Safety Scheme - Fuel Hose (ISO 7840)
Are all fuel feed, return and on‐engine hoses suitable for the fuel used and fire resistant?
- Fuel feed, return and on‐engine hoses must be marked, to denote both suitability for the fuel used and fire resistance, to BS EN ISO 7840 or an equivalent standard.NOTE - hoses marked to SAE J 1527, DIN 4798 or RINA DIP/66/96 are acceptable.
Are all fuel feed, return and on‐engine hoses properly supported and in good condition?
- All fuel feed, return and on‐engine hoses must be free of signs of leaks, flaws, brittleness, cracking, abrasion, kinking and ‘soft spots’.
- On hoses covered with metal braiding the braiding must be free of signs of damage or deterioration including corrosion and kinking.
- Fuel feed, return and on‐engine hoses must be supported clear of anything likely to damage them, or be otherwise protected.
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