Regal 42 Fly-Grande Coupe, Owner'S Manual

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Chapter 8
BILGE/ENGINE COMPARTMENT
Always keep the bilge pumped out and free of accumulated
debris. If oil accumulates on the engine compartment
fl oor becomes it is usually related to engine oil lines, a
loose component such as an oil fi lter, oil pan drain bolt
or a leaky gasket/O-ring. Always fi nd the cause of smaller
problems before they become larger more expensive ones.
Th
e engine compartment, bilge or sometimes called
the sump features a light colored gel fi nish that will be
benefi cial in fi nding leak sources.
A periodic bilge cleaning with a brush and bilge cleaner
(purchase at a marina or supplier) will be helpful in
maintaining an orderly and safe bilge since accumulated
dirt and fl uids could cause someone to fall. Do not pump
bilge contaminated oil overboard but deploy it to a waste
receptacle for recycling. Check the fuel system including
all hoses, tanks and connectors for possible leaks and
deterioration. A stained area normally could suggest a
hose or connection leak.
Inspect all wiring including connectors and hangers for
tightness. Clean fuel fi lters as suggested by the engine
manufacturer.
Check all engine and water/waste hoses for tightness and
deterioration. Tighten all hose clamps as needed.
Check all battery hardware and terminal connections. Fill
the battery cells with distilled water (wet-cell type only)
to the battery manufacturer’s suggested level.
Check the transom area for loose hardware. With IPS
systems refer to the vendor owner’s manual for any engine
room maintenance on the stern drive system.
Do not use any fl ammable products in the bilge. Use
environmentally approved procedures to dispose of oily
or soiled cloths.
BOTTOM PAINT
Bottom paint in fresh water normally accumulates a bit
of algae and slime over a period of time even more so if
the vessel is not used. Most of this can be wiped off with
a turkish towel or the back side of a piece of rug while the
boat is in the water. Stay away from using a stiff bristle
brush, wire brushes or abrasive materials which may
harm the bottom paint barrier.
If used in saltwater the bottom may have accumulated
some barnacle growth. Sometimes a diver can be hired
in lieu of hoisting the vessel to clean the growth.
Periodically, the best way to inspect the bottom is to
have the boat lift ed out. Make sure the straps are evenly
lined up with the sling markers on the deck. Look for
scrapes in the gelcoat along with any loose or damaged
underwater hardware.
Also, this is an excellent time to check for damaged
propellers and underwater hardware. Th
e hull bottom
and paint should be inspected annually and touched up
as needed by your Regal yacht dealer.
Make sure to leave the required spacing (at least 1”) when
touching up to protect hull components ie; trim tabs,
drive parts, anodes from electrolysis potential. Never
paint any of the above mentioned parts with bottom
paint.
NOTICE