Maintenance
14.12
attach cables. After cable posts are tightened down,
coat posts with oil or Vaseline to keep out air and acid.
Check all wiring connections and contacts for corrosion
and tightness.
Check all intake valves for easy operation. Check the
condition of all hoses.
Check operation of bilge pumps in manual and auto-
matic modes. Check operation of shower sump
pump.
Check engine compartment blower for proper opera-
tion.
Check operation of all DC circuits.
Launch your boat.
Flush entire freshwater system thoroughly.
14.7.2 Post Launch Checkout
After launching your boat, check the following:
Check all sources of possible leaks from bow to stern.
Make this check with boat fully in the water, but still in
the slings!
Check the engine following the procedures described in
the engine manufacturer’s OEM manuals.
Completely check the entire exhaust system for the
engine. Make sure all exhaust systems are gas tight.
If exhaust openings were plugged or covered during
storage, remove blockage.
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