520 Express Series
8-5
CHECK FUEL SYSTEM LINES AND
CONNECTIONS FOR LEAKS
1. Check all lines and connections at the
fuel tanks, and at the generator and
engines.
WARNING
DO NOT operate the engines when
fuel leaks have been detected. All
fuels are combustible. Repair any
leak before starting the engine or
the generator.
2. Tighten any connection that may be
leaking. If problem persists, or fuel lines
are damaged, refer the problem to your
Cruisers Yachts Dealer.
CHECK BATTERY CHARGE
1. Turn MASTER BATTERY switch ON.
2. Move the battery test switch to “1” to
check the starboard engine cranking
battery, and to “2” to check the port
engine cranking battery.
3. Move the test switch to “3” to check on
the auxiliary batteries.
4. When you have checked all the batteries,
turn the test switch to the OFF position.
Every 50 Hours
CLEAN SEAWATER STRAINERS
Refer to CHECK SEAWATER STRAINERS
FOR LEAKS AND ACCUMULATION OF
DEBRIS in this section.
CLEAN FRESH WATER FILTER
IMPORTANT
Fresh water system must be
completely drained before attempting
to service filter.
1. Grab filter housing at bottom and
unscrew from cover.
2. Remove screen from housing and flush
with clean water. Use a brush to remove
any sediment.
3. Return screen to housing bottom and
reattach bottom to housing cover.
INSPECT RUDDER TIE BAR
1. Check tie bar at each end for loose
hardware and damaged or missing cotter
pins. Tighten and replace as needed.
2. Check cylinder where it attaches to tie
bar for loose hardware. Tighten as
needed.
3. Check connecting arm at rudder shaft for
looseness. Tighten as needed.
4. Check rudder shaft setscrew for
looseness or damage. Tighten or
replace as needed.
5. Check hydraulic lines for leaks.
CHECK RUDDER SHAFT LOGS FOR
LEAKS
1. Check rudder shaft at shaft log for signs
of leakage. Turn the steering wheel to
actuate the rudder hydraulics. There
should be no water entry.
2. If leakage is apparent, adjust the shaft
log hose clamps.
CAUTION
Cruisers Yachts will not warrant
damage incurred due to an
improperly adjusted or neglected
rudder components. Excessive
water entry could result in the
submergence of the engine
compartment.
Tighten the shaft log hose clamps using only
hand pressure.
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