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Cosmetic Care & Maintenance
Volvo-Checking V-Drive Seacocks
Inspect the thru-hull seacocks before each outing. Make
sure the connections between the output hose and the
valve are tight. Look for water leaks around the area where
the valve and hull meet.
Every 30 days open and close each thru-hull valve several
times. This will guard against the valve seizing in the open
or closed position. Also, make sure the valve handle is
tightly fastened. Secure any loose valve handles.
TYPICAL SEACOCK
OPEN
POSITION
CLOSED
POSITION
HANDLE
IN-LINE
Volvo- Checking V-Drive Sea Water Strainer
WING NUT
HANDLE
STRAINER
BASKET
CENTER
DIMPLE TO
SET BASKET
DRAIN
HOLE
STRAINER
BODY
Before servicing the sea water strainer make sure the
appropriate seacock has been closed to prevent water
entering the boat. If possible blow out the strainer basket
with compressed air or use a metal type brush to remove
any accumulated material from the screening material.
Make sure the strainer is aligned in the center dimple on
reinstallation.
Check all parts for wear and possible leaks including any
gasket surfaces. Do not overtighten the strainer wing nuts
which could cause strainer body damage. Use original
replacement marine parts only. After all parts are
reassembled open the seacock and check for leaks.
Notice there is a drain hole in the bottom of the strainer
body.
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