fire in hull storage compartment

Peter Kirch

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Jul 19, 2018
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2002 bow rider
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5 liter mercrusier 1 nvm stern drive
I have a 2002 sea ray bow rider. Have not looked in the hull storage compartment in a couple of years. Did so today and found the instruction book for a life preserver had caught fire and smoldered. No damage to anything else. Wondering how in the heck it caught on fire as I see no exposed wiring. I found a very small bulb on the floor of the compartment but do not know where it fits. Wonder if it heated up? Any suggestions appreciated.
 
A mystery for sure!

Welcome to CSR!
 
Post up a picture of the instruction book- I wonder if it is mold you're looking at
 
I was thinking the same thing, I've had a few of those life vest tags turn black and rot away. Looks a lot like fire damage when it happens.
 
I think you guys are correct about mold. I took another look at the booklet --and gave it a sniff test--and now it makes sense. Thank you!!
 

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