7-2
252 Owner’s Manual
COBALT
252
B
OWRIDER
S
ECTION
7
Starting Engines
• Operate bilge blowers for at least four minutes
before starting the engines or generator.
• Turn battery selector switches to ON.
• Attach lanyard to the ignition safety switch and
the operator.
• Make sure both shift levers are in the
NEUTRAL position.
• Move both throttle levers to the IDLE position.
• Start both engines. Operate the engines at
1000 RPM (gas engines), 1400 RPM (diesel
engines) and check if oil pressure is within
specified range. Make sure the water pressure
gauges start to indicate pressure in 15
seconds or less after starting. If not, shut off the
engines and verify the engines are getting
cooling water.
After engines are warmed up, verify water
temperature is within its specified range.
Casting Off
• Allow enough room between the boat and the
dock to swing the boat away from the dock.
• Retrieve all mooring lines and fenders.
• Proceed slowly and sound a long blast to alert
other boaters you are leaving.
During Operation
• Check gauges frequently for signs of abnormal
operation.
• Check for excessive vibration.
• Monitor your fuel supply.
• Verify charging of the batteries.
Returning to Port
• Come to a stop a short distance from the dock,
then proceed slowly.
• Have your fenders, mooring lines and the crew
ready.
Stopping the Engines
• Slowly bring the throttle levers to the IDLE
position.
• Move the shift levers to the NEUTRAL position.
• Turn the ignition keys to the OFF position.
After Boating
• Turn off your navigational lights, leave the
anchor light on, if necessary.
• Check the bilge for gas fumes and water.
Operate the blower and bilge pump, if
necessary.
• Fill fuel tanks to prevent moisture due to
condensation.
• To prevent marine growth from accumulating
on the hydraulic cylinder shafts, make sure trim
tabs are up and propulsion unit drives are in the
full IN position.
• Lock ignition key switch and remove the
ignition keys.
• Stow and secure all equipment.
• Pump bilges dry with manual switch.
• Close all water inlet seacocks.
• If possible, inspect the hull and propellers for
damage.
• Check for fuel, oil and water leaks.
• Clean any spills, stains or moisture from the
boat. Inspect sea strainers.
• Turn battery selector switches to the OFF
position.
• Turn breakers on electrical panel to the OFF
position.
• Remove any food, garbage and wet gear from
the boat.
• Secure lockers, hatches and canvas as
equipped.
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