Sea Ray 44 Sedan Bridge, Owner'S Manual

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44 Sedan Bridge ( 455 Sedan Bridge ) 9.3
S
ECTION
9 • C
ARE
& R
EFINISHING
7. B
ILGE
/E
NGINE
C
OMPARTMENT
1. Pump the bilges dry and remove all loose dirt.
Be sure that all limber holes are open. If there
is oil in the bilge and the source is not known,
look for leaks in engine oil lines or engine
gaskets. Oil stains can be removed by using a
bilge cleaner available from your dealer or a
marina.
DO NOT use flammable solvents.
2. Check all wiring to be sure it is properly
supported, that its insulation is intact, and that
there are no loose or corroded terminals. If there
are corroded terminals, they should be replaced
or thoroughly cleaned. Tighten all terminals
securely and spray them with light marine
preservative oil.
3. Inspect the entire fuel system (including fill lines
and vents) for any evidence of leakage. Any
stains around joints could indicate a leak. Try a
wrench on all fittings to be sure they are not
loose, but do not over tighten them. Clean fuel
filters and vent screens.
4. Inspect the entire bottom for evidence of
seepage, damage or deterioration, paying
particular attention to hull fittings, hoses and
clamps. Straighten kinked hoses and replace
any that do not feel pliable. Tighten loose hose
clamps and replace those that are corroded.
Tighten any loose nuts, bolts or screws.
5. Refer to your engine operator’s manual for
engine maintenance details. Wipe off engine to
remove accumulated dust and grease. If a
solvent is used, make sure it is nonflammable.
Go over the entire engine and tighten nuts,
bolts, and screws. Inspect the wiring on the
engine and clean and tighten the terminals.
Inspect the belts and tighten them if needed.
Clean and lubricate the battery terminals; fill the
battery cells with distilled water as needed.
8. T
OPSIDE
A
REAS
A. S
TAINLESS
S
TEEL AND
A
LLOY
F
ITTINGS
Stainless steel and alloy fittings should be cleaned
with soap and water or household glass cleaner.
Remove rust spots as soon as possible with a
brass, silver or chrome cleaner. Irreversible pitting
will develop under rust that remains for any period
of time. Never use an abrasive like sandpaper or
steel wool on stainless. These may actually cause
rust. To help protect the stainless, we recommend
the use of a good car wax.
B. S
ALT
C
RYSTALS
When instruments are exposed to a saltwater
environment, salt crystals may form on the bezel
and the plastic covers. These salt crystals should
be removed with a soft, damp cloth; never use
abrasives or rough, dirty cloths to wipe plastic parts.
Mild household detergents or plastic cleaners can
be used to keep the instruments bright and clean.
REFER TO THE OWNER'S MANUAL PACKET FOR
INSTRUCTIONS AND WARRANTY INFORMATION.
9. G
AUGE
& S
WITCH
P
ANELS
No special care is needed. Just wipe off with
a soft, fresh water damp cloth to remove dust
or salt. Dry after with chamois or soft cloth.
Use of protective chemicals is not required.