Monterey Boats 350 Sport Yacht, Owner'S Manual

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350 SPORT YACHT
Reactivating The Boat After Storage:
• Apply a fresh coat of bottom paint on the hull
and sterndrives.
• Inspect sterndrives and thru-hull fittings.
• Install the propellers. Refer to the sterndrive
owner’s manual for information on installing
propellers.
• Install the drain plug in the hull.
• Charge and install the batteries.
• Check the engines for damage and follow the
manufacturer’s instructions for
recommissioning.
• Check the engine mounting bolts to make sure
they are tight.
• Perform all routine maintenance.
• Check all hose clamps for tightness.
• Pump the antifreeze from the fresh and raw
water systems and flush several times with
fresh water. Make sure all antifreeze is flushed
from the water heater and it is filled with fresh
water before it is activated.
• Check and lubricate the steering system.
• Clean and wash the boat.
• Install all upholstery, cushions and canvas.
• Check the fluid levels in the engines, generator
and sterndrives.
After Launching:
• Carefully check the engines and all water
systems for leaks. Operate each system one
at a time checking for leaks and proper
operation.
• Check the bilge pump automatic and manual
switches.
• Prime the fuel system and start the engines.
• Carefully monitor the gauges and check for
leakage and abnormal noises. Monitor the
temperature gauges closely until they stabilize
at normal operating temperature to ensure that
the cooling pumps are operating properly.
• Operate the boat at slow speeds until the
engine temperature stabilizes and all systems
are operating normally.