Skier's Choice 2014 Supra 242, Owner'S Manual

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Drain Plugs (Securely in place?)
Life-Saving Devices (One for every person on board?)
Steering System (Working smoothly and properly?)
Fuel System (Adequate fuel? Leaks? Fumes?)
Battery (Fully charged? Cable terminals clean and tight?)
Engine (In Neutral?)
Capacity Plate (Are you overloaded or overpowered?)
Weather Conditions (Safe to go out?)
Electrical Equipment (Lights, horn, blower, bilge pump, etc.?)
Emergency Gear (Fire extinguisher, bailer, paddle, anchor & line, signaling device, tool kit, etc.?)
Bilge Pump (Working properly?)
NOTE: Bilge pump should be checked prior to each use to ensure proper operation!
Check
BEFORE
running (where applicable)
Engine Oil level
Transmission Lubricant level
Engine Drain Plug, Transom Drain Plug and Center Drain Plug
Leakage (Fuel, water lines and connections)
DO NOT operate engine without cooling water flowing through water pump, otherwise pump will sustain
damage and subsequent engine damage may result!
Check
BEFORE
running
Oil Pressure: Refer to Engine Owner’s Manual
Water Temperature: 160 degrees to 180 degrees for raw water systems (water is not recirculated), and 180 degrees
to 200 degrees for closed cooling systems (water is recirculated).
Idle RPM: (650-750) in gear.
Maximum Forward RPM: See Engine Owner’s Manual.
Shifting Linkage (Forward, Neutral and Reverse).
GASOLINE VAPORS CAN EXPLODE! It is very important to check for fuel spillage or leaks prior to each
use of your boat.
Check engine compartment for gasoline vapors.
Operate blower for 4 minutes before starting the engine.
Always operate blower below cruising speed.
NOTE: Please refer to your Engine Owner’s Manual for maximum RPM and engine break-in procedure.
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