Monterey Boats 278 SC Sport Cruiser, Owner'S Manual

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Reactivating The Boat After Storage
Charge and install batteries in boat.
Check engine and bilge for signs of nesting animals; clean as neces-
sary.
Check entire engine for cracks and leaks caused by freeze damage.
Check hose condition and all hose clamps for tightness.
Install bilge drain plug.
Open and close all seacocks to check operation. Install all drain plugs
in strainers and seacocks.
Open all faucets and fill fresh water holding tank with about 20 gallons
of water. Turn fresh water pump on to allow water to flow through
faucets before closing them. Pump will run until operating pressure is
reached. Fill fresh water tank until full.
Perform daily maintenance. If not performed during lay-up, perform
annual maintenance.
If the boat is equipped with the optional fresh water cooling system
(stern drive only) and was drained for storage, fill the system with fresh
coolant solution.
Check and lubricate steering system.
Remove blocks from under trailer frame.
Tighten tie-downs and trailer winch line.
Check tire pressure and lug nuts on trailer.
Take the boat to the water and start it. It may take a minute of cranking
to allow the fuel system to prime. Allow a one minute cool down period
for every 15 seconds of cranking. When the engine starts, keep a
close watch over the gauge readings and check for leakage and
abnormal noises. Keep speeds low for the first 15 minutes until the
engine has reached normal operating temperature.
Refer to engine and boat accessory manuals for further reactivation
instructions.
STORAGE
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