Tiara Yachts 53 COUPE, Owner'S Manual

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STORING & WINTERIZING YOUR BOAT
8-8 53 COUPE
8.9.1.2 Cummins
®
Engines
Follow the winterization procedure outlined in the engine user manual. Water
remaining in the mufflers must be drained. To drain, remove the drain plug from
the muffler, allow the water to drain out, and replace the drain plug.
BE CERTAIN THAT THE EXHAUST DRAIN PLUGS ARE INSTALLED
TIGHTLY. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL ALLOW ENGINE EXHAUST GAS-
ES CONTAINING CARBON MONOXIDE AND WATER INTO THE BILGE
AREA.
WARNING
!
CAUTION
!
Prior to transporting your vessel by truck and trailer the engine muf -
flers must be drained to prevent sea water reversion into the en -
gines.
8.9.2 Steering System
The steering system for the Cummins ® engine package is located in the lazarette
area, underneath the trunk floor hatch.
To prepare the Cummins ® steering system for storage:
1. Use clean water and mild soap to wash off the steering arms and linkage.
Dry with a clean cloth.
2. Apply a light coat of petroleum jelly to the piston rod.
3. Lubricate the pivot points and upper rudder bearings with a lightweight oil.
4. Inspect the packing glands for wear. If worn, replace with new packing.
5. Coat all components with a light coat of corrosion-inhibiting material such
as Boeshield ® T-9 or WD-40 ® .