Cobalt Digital Inc R30 BOWRIDER, Owner'S Manual

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AINTENANCE AND
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ROUBLESHOOTING
TROUBLESHOOTING
The following chart will assist you in locating and
repairing a minor problem. Have your authorized
Cobalt dealer assist you with service issues.
Your Cobalt boat is equipped with an ignition safety
switch located at the helm. Make sure the lanyard is
installed with the switch holding the lanyard in
place. If you are experiencing any problems with
the safety switch contact your authorized Cobalt
dealer.
Engine
For further troubleshooting information other than given here, refer to the propulsion unit operator’s manual.
A
DANGER
Avoid the risk of fire, explosion,
electrocution or bodily injury. Fuels are
extremely explosive and flammable. Use
extreme caution when handling fuels.
• Whenever checking for electrical
problems use extreme caution.
• Battery acid can cause blindness if
splashed in eyes, burning of skin.
Wear protective gear.
• Disconnect battery cables at the
battery before making checks or
adjustments around the engines and
electrical components.
Symptom Possible Cause
Engine will not crank Lanyard – install on ignition safety switch.
Battery switches – turn switches to ON position.
Shift position – check to see that levers are in START or NEUTRAL position.
Battery condition – verify batteries are fully charged.
Starter connections – check connections and tighten. If solenoid clicks when attempting
to start engine, check battery connections. If condition persists, see your authorized
Cobalt dealer.
Engine circuit breaker – verify breaker is in operating position.
Faulty ignition switch – see your authorized Cobalt dealer.
Engine problem – see your authorized Cobalt dealer.
Engine cranks but will
not start Fuel valves – be sure fuel valves are open.
Contaminated fuel – see your authorized Cobalt dealer.
Engine problem – see your authorized Cobalt dealer.
Low starter speed Weak or bad battery – see your authorized Cobalt dealer.
Engine runs erratically See your authorized Cobalt dealer.
Engine vibrates Propeller condition – shut off engines. Check for bent, broken or damaged propeller.
Check for weeds on propeller.
Engine problem – see your authorized Cobalt dealer.
Engine runs but boat
makes little or no
progress Fouled or damaged propeller – shut off engines. Check for weeds on propeller, bent or
broken propeller. See your authorized Cobalt dealer.