PURSUIT 2665 DENALI, Owner'S Manual

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Freshwater Cooling
Installation of “Freshwater Cooling” provides adequate engine cooling without exposing the
internal engine cooling system to the harmful effects of surface water. This system is optional
with gasoline stern drive engines and standard with diesel engines. The engine owner’s
manual provides additional information regarding service and maintenance of this equipment.
SHOULD AN ENGINE INTAKE OR AN EXHAUST OR COOLING HOSE RUPTURE,
TURN THE ENGINE OFF IMMEDIATELY. PROCEED UNDER TOW IF NECESSARY,
TO A SERVICE FACILITY FOR APPROPRIATE REPAIRS. MAINTAIN A CLOSE
VISUAL WATCH ON THE PROBLEM HOSE AND THE BILGE WATER LEVEL.
1.5 Propellers
The propellers convert the engine’s power into thrust. They come in a variety of styles,
diameters and pitches. The props that will best suit the needs of your Denali will depend
somewhat on your application and expected average load. Most propeller sizes are identified
by two numbers stamped on the prop in sequence. The 1st number in the sequence (example
14 x 21) is the diameter of the propeller and the 2nd number is the pitch. Pitch is the theoretical
distance traveled by the propeller in each revolution. Always repair or replace a propeller
immediately if it has been damaged. A damaged and therefore out of balance propeller can
cause vibration that can be felt in the boat and could damage the outdrive gear assembly. Refer
to the engine owner’s manual for information on propeller removal and installation.
Note: Before changing propellers to correct boat performance problems, be sure other
factors such as engine tuning, bottom and running gear growth, etc. are not the
source of performance changes. Always be sure the load conditions are those
normally experienced, before changing propellers.
RUNNING AGROUND OR STRIKING AN UNDERWATER OBSTRUCTION CAN RESULT
IN SERIOUS INJURY AND DAMAGE TO THE DRIVE SYSTEM OR BOAT. IF YOUR
BOAT RUNS AGROUND, EVALUATE THE DAMAGE THEN PROCEED AT LOW SPEED
TO THE NEAREST SERVICE FACILITY AND HAVE AN IMMEDIATE INSPECTION
MADE BEFORE FURTHER USE OF THE CRAFT. A DAMAGED BOAT CAN TAKE ON
WATER. KEEP ALL LIFE SAVING DEVICES CLOSE AT HAND WHILE DRIVING TO A
DOCK AREA. IF THE BOAT CANNOT BE IMMEDIATELY REMOVED FROM THE WA-
TER, THOROUGHLY INSPECT THE BILGE AREA FOR LEAKS SO THAT THE BOAT
DOES NOT SINK WHILE MOORED.