• Verify that the battery connections are secure and that there is
sufficient charge and power. See the
Battery information in this
manual for additional details.
• Verify that the circuit breaker has not tripped. If it has, reset it.
Recurrent trips are indicative of a problem that requires the at-
tention of an authorized Malibu dealer.
• Check for loose connections, but do not remove any closeout pan-
els to do so. If a loose connection is suspected but cannot be seen,
have the system checked by an authorized Malibu dealer.
• If the component is electronic, be certain the component is op-
erational. If it requires reception from a satellite, tower or other
supplier, Malibu cannot guarantee that it will receive the signal. It
may be necessary to move the boat to another location or body of
water, or pay a subscription fee.
Issue:
Accessories will not recharge in the 12-volt receptacle.
Consider:
• Verify that the correct charger was used for the item(s) and that
the charger plug-in was fully seated in the 12-volt receptacle.
Battery Failure
Often, a battery that will not start the boat requires recharging.
Use
ONLY
a marine-approved battery charger. Any other can dam-
age the electrical system, and such damage is not covered under
warranty.
NEVER
attempt to “jump” from a vehicle or another boat as
there is a potential for overload that could significantly damage the
boat’s electrical system, which is not covered under warranty! Read
the battery information provided in the
Dashes and Video Screens
section of this manual before undertaking any attempt to replace,
use both batteries simultaneously, or replace the battery.
Alarms
Issue:
The low voltage alarm sounds.
Consider:
• Most often, this signals the need to turn OFF and leave OFF the
stereo component or similar electronics that require substantial
support from the batteries. Start the engine and allow the alter-
nator to recharge the batteries, which will require a fairly short
period of time if there is no additional drain occurring during the
recharging time. If this does not work, it may be that the battery
or batteries are nearing their terminal life span.
Issue:
Another alarm sounds.
Consider:
• These occur when a sensor detects that the engine or transmis-
sion temperature range or oil pressure range have exceeded pro-
grammed limits. The boat’s main system may begin shutting off
peripheral activity to retain proper operation as long as possible.
It is usually in the operational best interest to return to shore as
soon as possible to avoid being stranded. Even if the ranges re-
turn to acceptable operating range, this matter should be shared
with the service department of your authorized Malibu dealer to
determine the cause and avoid a repeat.
Bilge and Ballast
Issue:
The bilge pumps are not operating.
Consider:
• The bilge pump(s) should operate automatically. If it does not, use
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the manual switch. If it still does not operate, return to shore
IM-
MEDIATELY
and terminate the outing. See an authorized Malibu
dealer before the next outing to ensure the bilge pumps are work-
ing properly. Failure to pump water out of the bilge can result in
the boat swamping. This could result in serious injury or death to
those on-board.
Issue:
The ballast pump is not operating.
Consider:
• If the ballast pump does not pump water into the system, and
having verified that the electrical system is operational, leave the
pump OFF and have it serviced by an authorized Malibu dealer. If
the pump does not pump water out of the system, seek assistance
by calling your Malibu dealer. You should never attempt to tow
your boat on a trailer with water in the ballast system as it could
cause damage to the trailer, which can result in the driver losing
control while towing. Such activity could result in serious injury
or death to anyone in the area.
• Additional information on the bilge and ballast systems can be found
in
How It Works and Care and Maintenance sections of this manual.
Blower System
Issue:
The blower is not working.
Consider:
• Never operate the boat without the blower system operating cor-
rectly! Accumulating fumes that are not released through the
blower system can result in an explosion or other serious ac-
cident that could result in death to those on-board. If the blower
ceases to work properly while boating is underway, terminate the
outing
IMMEDIATELY
and return to shore with the engine com-
partment covers open. If there is an odor of fuel or exhaust pres-
ent, turn OFF the engine
IMMEDIATELY
and seek a tow to shore.
See the
Safety section of this manual; additional details are also
available in the
How It Works and Care and Maintenance sections,
as well.
