FASTECH
8-1
FORMULA
Use the checks and maintenance information
outlined in this section along with service
information contained within the individual
component operator’s manuals supplied in your
Owner Information Binder. It is extremely
important that you read and understand the
periodic maintenance tasks outlined in your
operator’s manuals (propulsion unit, generator
and other accessories) because those
maintenance tasks are not repeated in this
manual.
AFTER EACH RUN
Perform the following tasks after each run.
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Fill fuel tanks to prevent moisture due to
condensation.
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To prevent marine growth from accumulating
on the hydraulic cylinder shafts, make sure
trim tabs are UP and propulsion unit drives
are in the full IN position.
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Stow and secure all equipment.
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Pump bilge dry with manual control switch.
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Close all water inlet seacocks.
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If possible, inspect the hull and propellers for
damage.
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Check for fuel, oil and water leakage.
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Clean any spills, stains or moisture from the
boat. Inspect sea strainers.
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Turn battery switches OFF.
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Secure lockers, hatches and canvas as
equipped.
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
CHECKS
This chart is based on average operating
conditions. Shorten the intervals if operating in
salt water or other severe operating conditions.
Frequency Task
Break-in Refer to propulsion unit
operator’s manual.
Refer to generator operator’s
manual.
Before Test operation of carbon
Every Use monoxide detector(s).
Test operation of fume detector.
Check remote control for proper
operation.
Check seacocks for leaks and
ensure handles are secure.
Check seawater strainers for
leaks and accumulation of debris.
Check generator’s fuel/water
separator.
Check exhaust system for leaks.
Check fuel system for leaks.
Check condition of batteries.
Every 50 Clean seawater strainers.
Hours Inspect propellers for damage.
Every 100 Test for proper operation of the
Hours ignition safety switches, if equipped.
Clean bilge area.
Monthly Test GFCI outlets.
Check self-sacrificing anodes.
Quarterly Have your Formula dealer
perform scheduled maintenance
as outlined in this section.
Section 8
Schedule Checks and Service
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