Carver 46 VOYAGER, Owner'S Manual

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AINTENANCE
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ECTION
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The shower door, mirrored face of the head medicine cabinets, and other
areas of your boat are made of plexiglass. Clean plexiglass with a solution of
fresh water and mild liquid detergent. Remove any fine scratches with a
fine automotive acrylic rubbing and polishing compound.
7.4 Mechanical Systems
The following paragraphs explain how to maintain your boat’s propulsion,
electrical, fresh water, bilge and sanitation systems.
7.4.1 Engines / Generator
Refer to the engine and generator OEM information for instructions on
maintaining your boat’s engines and generator. There is a seawater strainer
installed in the water intake lines for each engine and the generator. At
least once every 30 days, close the seawater seacocks, then open and clean
the strainers. Refer to the “Engine Room” portion of Section 9 for the
exact location of the strainers. If you are operating the boat in dirty waters
or areas with a high degree of aquatic vegetation, inspect the strainers
more frequently. A clogged strainer restricts the intake of seawater which
can cause the affected engine or the generator to overheat.
7.4.2 Thru-Hull Valves
Inspect the thru-hull valves on a monthly basis. Make sure the connections
between the 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
valve two or three times. This guards against the valve seizing in the open
or closed position. While doing this make sure the valve handle is securely
fastened. Tighten any loose handles. Refer to the “Thru-Hull Fittings”
portion of Section 9 for the location of the thru-hull valves.
7.4.3 Propeller Shaft Seals
Make sure the engines are OFF before inspecting the propeller shaft
seals. The engine room contains moving, hot machinery. Keep your
hands, feet and body out of the engine room while one or both engines
are operating.
The propeller shaft extends through a watertight fitting called a shaft seal.
Check the shaft seal every month; if the seal is leaking, contact your Carver
Dealer.