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• 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 (Safe to go out?)
• Electrical Equipment (Lights, horn, blower, bilge pump, etc.?)
• Emergency Gear (Fire extinguisher, bailer, paddle, anchor &
line, signaling device, tool kit, etc.?)
• Bilge Pumps (Working properly?)
NOTE: Bilge pumps should be checked prior to each use to
ensure proper operation!
Check BEFORE running (where applicable)
• Engine Oil level
• Transmission Lubricant level
• Engine Drain Plug, Transom Drain Plug and Center Drain Plug
• Leakage (Fuel, water lines and connections)
DO NOT operate engine without cooling water flowing
through water pump, otherwise pump will sustain damage and
subsequent engine damage may result!
Check BEFORE running
• Oil Pressure: Refer to Engine Owner’s Manual
• Water Temperature: 160 degrees to 180 degrees for raw water
systems (water is not recirculated), and 180 degrees to 200
degrees for closed cooling systems (water is recirculated).
• Idle RPM: (650-750) in gear.
• Maximum Forward RPM: See Engine Owner’s Manual.
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• 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 4 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.