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can then be operated to override the automatic shutdown feature. Another warning light is on the flybridge.
When the green light on this control is lit, the system is “armed” and ready for engine use. The switch should be left in
the “Normal” position.
The system can also be manually operated, using the control by the lower helm. Pull the pin and pull the handle.
4R3: Safety - Warning Panel
Above the lower helm is this panel which has warning lights for the gen- set left on/
running, exhaust temperatures, bilge pumps running, and engine room lights left on.
There are also controls here for the windshield wipers; pushing the knob activates
washers.
A similar panel is on the flybridge.
4S: Sea Strainers & Through-Hulls
4S1: Sea Strainer Cleaning and Seacocks
The sea strainers on this boat are secure and reli- able. They protect the engine,
generator and refrigeration cooling systems from water-borne debris which might block
internal equip- ment passages. If a sea strainer needs cleaning (see above regard- ing
inspection) here is the procedure:
1. Follow the hose from the strainer to the valve at the hull. On one side of the valve
will be a handle.
2. Turn the valve lever so it is perpendicular to the thru-hull or hose (parallel to the
hull).
3. Unscrew the top of the sea strainer. Then re- move the strainer by pulling it out
the top of the assembly. Rinse the strainer thoroughly and, if necessary, remove
any debris from the glass housing.
4. Reinsert the strainer, tighten the top cover and turn the valve back on (in line with
the thru-hull itself or its hose).
Failure to re-open the valves will overheat the
engine or damage the pumps!
The entire operation will take 5-10 minutes at most, and will assure you of cool engines.
The main engine and refrigeration
sea strainers and valves are forward
in the engine room under the step
(which lifts out).
The generator sea strainer.
