Daily Check List
Drain Plugs (Securely in place?)
Life-Saving Devices (One for every person on board?)
Steering System (Working smoothly and properly?)
Fuel System (Adequate fuel? Leaks? Fumes?)
Battery (Fully charged? Cable terminals clean and tight?)
Engine (In neutral?)
Capacity Plate (Are you overloaded or overpowered?)
Weather Conditions (Is it safe to go out?)
Electrical Equipment (Lights, horn, pump, etc.?)
Emergency Gear (Fire extinguisher, bailer, paddle, anchor & line, signaling device, tool kit, etc.?)
Bilge Pump (Working properly?)
NOTE: Bilge pump should be checked prior to each use to ensure proper operation.
Check BEFORE running your boat (where applicable).
Engine Oil Level
Transmission Lubricant Level
Engine Drain Plug, Transom Drain Plug and Center Drain Plug
Leakage (Fuel, water lines and connections)
Check BEFORE running your boat.
Oil Pressure: Refer to Engine Owner’s Manual
Water Temperature: 160 - 180 degrees for raw water systems (water is not recirculated), and
180 - 200 degrees for closed cooling systems (water is recirculated).
Idle RPM: (650 - 750) in gear.
Maximum Forward RPM: Refer to Engine Owner’s Manual
Shifting Linkage (Forward, Neutral & Reverse).
GASOLINE VAPORS CAN EXPLODE. It is very important to check for fuel spillage
or leaks prior to each use of your boat.
Check engine compartment for gasoline vapors.
Operate blower for four minutes before starting the engine.
Always operate blower below cruising speed.
NOTE: Please refer to your Engine Owner’s Manual for maximum RPM and
engine break-in procedure.
DO NOT operate engine without cooling water flowing through water pump, otherwise
pump will sustain damage and subsequent engine damage may result!
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