ATX 24 Type-S - Engine Symptom; Electrical Symptom

TROUBLESHOOTING AND SERVICE REQUIREMENTS
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TROUBLESHOOTING AND
SERVICE REQUIREMENTS
The following chart will assist you in finding and correcting minor problems
with your ATX boat. Refer to your engine owner’s manual for more detailed in-
formation concerning a problem starting, shifting or operating the engine. Some
problems may require the skills of a trained technician and special service
tools. Contact your ATX Dealer for assistance.
ENGINE SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE
Engine will not crank
Ignition safety switch not in place. Install ignition safety switch.
Battery disconnect switch located in engine compartment is o.
Turn switch ON.
MAIN switch on breaker box located under dash is o. Turn switch ON.
Circuit breaker is tripped. Run fingers over breaker face and reset any
tripped circuit breakers.
Bad starter connections. Check connections and tighten. If starter solenoid
clicks when attempting to start engine, check battery connections. If
condition persists, contact your ATX Dealer.
Engine circuit breaker open. Make sure breaker is in operating position.
Faulty ignition switch or engine problem. See your ATX Dealer.
Shift position not in NEUTRAL. Make sure shifter is NEUTRAL.
Starting procedure not followed.
Low starter speed.
Engine cranks but will not start.
Weak or bad battery. See your ATX Dealer.
Fuel level low or empty. Add fuel.
Contaminated fuel. See your ATX Dealer.
Engine runs erratically Contaminated fuel. See your ATX Dealer.
Engine vibrates
Propeller damaged. Check for bent, broken or damaged propeller,
misaligned propeller shaft, or weeds on propeller.
ENGINE SYMPTOM (con’t) POSSIBLE CAUSE
Engine runs but boat makes
little or no progress
Fouled or damaged propeller. Check for weeds on propeller, bent or
broken propeller, or contaminated fuel. See your ATX Dealer.
Performance loss
Throttle not fully open. Make sure throttle opens fully at engines.
Improper fuel. Fill tank with correct fuel.
Engine overheating
Turn o engine immediately. Contact your ATX Dealer.
Boat overloaded. Reduce load or distribute boat load evenly.
Improper propeller selection. See your ATX Dealer.
Excessive bilge water. Check for excessive water. Drain bilge.
Boat hull buildup or blocked water pick-up. Clean if marine growth
is present.
Saltwater Flush Kit shut-o valve (if equipped), or water pickup seacock
(seacock applies to all models sold in Canada), is CLOSED. Open shut-o
valve or seacock (handle in-line [OPEN] with hose, not perpendicular
[CLOSED])
ELECTRICAL SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE
Electrical problem
Battery disconnect switch located in engine compartment is o.
Turn switch ON.
MAIN switch on breaker box located under dash is o. Turn switch ON.
Circuit breaker is tripped. Run fingers over breaker face and reset any
tripped circuit breakers.
Loose wiring connection. Check connections.
Defective switch or gauge. See your ATX Dealer.
Dim or no lights, circuit breaker tripped or in OFF position.
Check breaker. Battery discharged. Charge battery.
STEERING SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE
Steering problems Corroded steering cable or worn rudder. See your ATX Dealer.
THROTTLE/SHIFTING
SYMPTOM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Throttle/shifting problems.
Low transmission fluid level. Check level. Corroded cables, defective
throttle return spring or sticking transmission shift lever. See your
ATX Dealer.