Cobalt Digital Inc 360, Owner'S Manual

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5-2
Before Each Use
1. Test for proper operation of the two carbon
monoxide detectors; refer to the carbon
monoxide detector operator’s manual.
2. Check fluid levels of fresh water tank, waste
holding tank and trim tab reservoir.
3. Check the air conditioning and generator
seacocks and hoses for leakage. If you notice a
leak, see your Cobalt dealer.
COB067
1. Generator Strainer
2. Generator Seacock
3. Air Conditioning Strainer
4. Air Conditioning Seacock
4. Check the air conditioning and generator
seawater strainers for leaks and accumulation
of debris.
● If a hose is leaking or damaged, close the
appropriate seacock. Consult your Cobalt
dealer for repairs.
●
If debris is seen within the container, close the
appropriate seacock and remove the strainer
cover. Lift strainer from container and thoroughly
clean. If the container is full of sediment, remove
the plug at the bottom of the container and allow
water to drain into the bilge. Remove the container
and clean any sediment. Install the container
and plug. Install strainer in container and secure
cover. Open the seacock and check for leaks.
CAUTION
• Seacocks can only be replaced when
the boat is out of the water.
• Be sure a seacock is in the closed
position before replacing a hose.
5. Start both engines and the generator. Check all
exhaust systems for leakage. If you notice a
leak, see your Cobalt dealer.
6. Check all fuel lines and connections at fuel
tanks, engines and the generator for leakage. If
you detect a fuel leak, immediately see your
Cobalt dealer.
7. Check the portable and automatic fire
extinguishers for proper charge.
8. Check battery charge of both engine batteries
and the generator battery. Be sure that the
batteries can start both engines and the
generator before proceeding on your cruise.
Every 50 Hours
1. Be sure to clean seawater strainers as
described in Before Each Use, Step 3 .
2. Check propellers for damage. If bends, cracks
or other damage are found, consult your Cobalt
dealer for service. Do not continue to use badly
damaged propellers. Using damaged propellers
within time may damage the drive units.
Every 100 Hours
1. Clean the bilge area. Make sure all drain
passageways are clear. Refer to Bilge , in this
section, for cleaning instructions.
Monthly
!
WARNING
With the engines running, pull the lanyard
off the ignition safety switch. Both engines
must stop running. If neither or only one
engine stops running, immediately see
your Cobalt dealer for service.
!
WARNING
Do not operate your boat when a fuel leak
is detected. All fuels are combustible. A
fuel leak must be repaired before starting
the engines or the generator.
CAUTION
Seacock must be in the closed position
before servicing a strainer.