Carver 356 2004, Owner'S Manual

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range. Refer to the engine OEM information for the
normal operating range.
If the alarm sounds after the engine has been running
for a while, or if the alarm is not silenced within 15
seconds after starting the engine, check the oil pressure
gauges. If either gauge indicates abnormally low oil
pressure, immediately shut down the affected engine.
Even with the low oil pressure alarms installed, it is
important that you visually monitor both oil pressure
gauges while running the engines. If a pressure gauge
indicates low oil pressure, immediately shut down the
affected engine.
The engine manufacturer has established a minimum
oil pressure rating for your engines, as listed in the
engine OEM information. To avoid damaging the
engines, shut them down if the oil pressure is below
the minimum rating.
Voltmeter
The voltmeter displays the amount of charge in the
boat's batteries. When the battery is fully charged, the
voltmeter indicates 12.5 volts. As a battery is used, its
indicated voltage decreases. Each engine battery has its
own voltmeter. The voltmeters are protected by circuit
breakers located on the Safety Breaker Panel. Refer to
the "Voltmeters" , "Voltmeter - Battery One" and
"Voltmeter - Battery Two" portions of Section 2 for
additional information on the voltmeters.
Fuel Gauges
The fuel gauges display the approximate amount of fuel
in the fuel tanks. These gauges are not calibrated and
should not be regarded as an accurate method of mea-
suring the amount of fuel in the tanks. Both fuel gauges
are "OFF" until the ignition switch for the port engine is
turned "ON".
The gauges on the helm instrument panel should be
protected from the sun and weather when not in use.
The gauges are not waterproof. Protecting them from
the elements prolongs their life.
Gauge
Maintenance