Monterey M3 - Recommissioning

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MONTEREY
BOATS
Seasonal Maintenance
WARNING
14.3 Recommissioning
DO NOT OPERATE THE BOAT UNLESS IT IS COMPLETELY
ASSEMBLED. KEEP ALL FASTENERS TIGHT. KEEP ADJUSTMENTS
ACCORDING TO SPECIFICATIONS.
NOTICE:
It is important and recommended that the
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the engine owner’s manual for the recom-
mended procedure.
Reactivating The Boat After Storage:
• If your boat is bottom painted, apply a fresh
coat of bottom paint on the hull and outdrive
• Inspect outdrive and thru-hull ttings.
• Install the propellers. Refer to the outdrive
owner’s manual for information on installing
propellers.
• Install the drain plug in the hull.
• Charge and install the batteries.
• Check the engine for damage and follow the
manufacturer’s instructions for recommission-
ing.
• Check the engine mounting bolts to make sure
they are tight.
• Perform all routine maintenance.
• Check all hose clamps for tightness.
• Pump the antifreeze from the fresh water sys-
tem and ush several times with fresh water.
• Check and lubricate the steering system.
• Clean and wash the boat.
• Install all upholstery, cushions and canvas.
• Check the uid levels in the engine and out-
drive.
After Launching:
• Carefully check the engine and all water sys-
tems for leaks. Operate each system one at
a time checking for leaks and proper opera-
tion.
• Check the bilge pump automatic and manual
switch.
• Prime the fuel system and start the engine.
• Carefully monitor the gauges and check for
leakage and abnormal noises. Monitor the
temperature gauge closely until it stabilizes at
normal operating temperature to ensure that
the cooling pump is operating properly.
• Operate the boat at slow speeds until the en-
gine temperature stabilizes and all systems
are operating normally.