RedactedNarrative: Vessel 1 was heading northbound, just above idle speed when the motor (remote steering) killed. The operator attempted two times to turn motor over without venting. On second attempt, Vessel 1 caught fire. Occupants were retrieved by nearby boaters and brought to shore safely.
  
  The contributing factors are: Primary-Failure to vent, prior to turning the engine over, operator failed to take action by expelling gasoline vapors from and enclosed compartment. Secondary-operator inexperience, operator failed to consciously understand and properly utilize the operation of the ventilation controls with Vessel 1. PFD's on vessel, but were not used. 
  
  Alcohol is not believed to be a factor.
  