Monterey M3 - Maintenance

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MONTEREY
BOATS
Ventilation System
10.2 Maintenance
• Periodically lubricate all hinges and latch
assemblies with a light oil.
• Periodically clean and coat gasket materials
with silicone to help keep them pliable.
• Periodic inspection and cleaning of the engine
compartment ventilation ducts is necessary
to ensure adequate air circulation. A buildup
of leaves, twigs, or other debris can severely
reduce ventilation. It also is important to be
sure that the drains in the vent bafes are
open to prevent excessive seawater from
accumulating in the vents and overowing into
the engine compartment.
• The bilge blower is permanently lubricated and
requires no maintenance. Blower operation
can and should be tested by placing a hand
over the exhaust starboard exhaust vent.
Do not rely on the sound of the blower. A
substantial amount of air should be exhausted
by the blower. Frequently check the intake
vents for obstructions, preferably before each
cruise.
NOTICE:
Should blower noise become excessive, the
source of the noise should be found and cor-
rected before operating the boat.