8.5
SECTION 8 • REQUIRED INSPECTION, SERVICE AND
MAINTENANCE
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Do not overfill. Filling a tank until the fuel flows
from vents is dangerous. Allow room for expansion.
! CAUTION
4. FITTING OUT AFTER STORAGE
A. FUEL SYSTEM
Check the entire fuel system for loose connections,
worn hoses, leaks, etc. and repair. This is a primary
safety precaution.
Check fuel lines for damage and make sure that
they do not come in contact with any moving parts.
B. BATTERY
Before installing the batteries, clean the terminal
posts with a wire brush or steel wool and then attach
the cables. After the cable clamps are tightened,
smear the post and clamps with vaseline or grease
to exclude air and acid. Do not apply grease before
attaching and tightening the terminal clamps.
Examine all wiring.
C. MISCELLANEOUS
•Check all thru-hull fittings for unobstructed water
passage. Be alert for any deteriorated hoses
and/or fittings below the water line which might
fail in service and admit water.
•Test the navigation lights.
• Check all wiring for loose connections.
• Check all switches and equipment for proper
operation.
• Check bilge blowers for proper operation. Turn
ON blowers and place hand over hull blower
vent to make sure air is coming from vent.
• Anchor lines and gear should be inspected and
replaced if necessary.
•Make sure the hull drain plug is in place and
tight.
• Clean bilge thoroughly if it was not done at
lay-up.
• Check all engine fluid levels.
• Check fuel lines for damage and/or leaks. Make
sure that they do not come into contact with
moving parts.
C. BATTERY
• Remove from boat. Remove the negative (-)
cable first, then the positive (+) cable.
• Remove grease and dirt from top surface.
•Grease terminal bolts.
• Store on wooden pallet or thick plastic in a cool
dry place. Do not store on concrete.
•Keep under a trickle charge.
• When placing battery back into service, remove
excess grease from terminals, recharge as
necessary and reinstall in boat.
F. FUEL SYSTEM
GASOLINE:
• Fill fuel tank with gasoline and the recommended
amount of stabilizer and conditioner such as
“Stabil
®
”.
• Run engine(s) for ten minutes to ensure that all
gasoline in the carburetor and fuel lines are
treated.
DETAILED WINTERIZING, OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
AND WARRANTY INFORMATION ARE PROVIDED BY
THE EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURER AND CAN BE
FOUND IN THE OWNER’S PACKET.
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