(625 ILCS 45/4-7) (from Ch. 95 1/2, par. 314-7)
Sec. 4-7.
Ventilators.
Except for open boats, all motorboats which use fuel having a flashpoint
of 110 degrees Fahrenheit or less shall have at least 2 ventilator ducts,
fitted with cowls or their equivalent, for the efficient removal of
explosive or flammable gases from the bilges of every engine and fuel tank
compartment. There shall be at least one exhaust duct installed so as to
extend from the open atmosphere to the lower portion of the bilge and at
least one intake duct installed so as to extend to a point at least midway
to the bilge or at least below the level of the carburetor air intake. The
cowls shall be located and trimmed for maximum effectiveness and in such a
manner so as to prevent displaced fumes from being recirculated.
(Source: P.A. 82-783.)
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