Check Fluid Levels
A.
Check fluid levels in marine gear(s) and engine(s) per manufactures specifications.
Engine oil level
Engine coolant level
Marine gear oil level
B.
Check fluid levels again after engine(s) have been warmed up,
Fueling Boat
A.
Shut off all fuel valves. Check owner manual for location of valves.
B.
Check fuel tank grounds.
C.
Close all windows deck hatches, port lights, bilge hatches, and entry door.
D.
Fuel boat, watch fuel vent for spillage. Wash off any spillage immediately after tanks are full.
E.
Open all fuel valves and checks for fuel leaks. Check tanks, fill tubes, and vent hoses.
Start Engines
A.
Open fuel valves per engine manufactures procedure.
B.
Start engine(s) per manufacture procedure.
C.
Check engine / exhaust for water flow.
D.
Check for proper linkage operation. Throttle and gear levers should operate smoothly and
without excessive force. The neutral decent should be distinct on the gear levers
.
Remember
to check that gear levers are adjusted properly, it is important that transmission is
fully engaged or transmission failure may occur.
Warning; Shut off electrical power, and disconnect shore power before
proceeding.
Warning; Run bilge blowers and check bilge for fumes before attempting to start engines.
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