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BOAT OPERATION
Important things to do DAILY
Remember to check a couple things each morning PRIOR to start-up.
1.
Engine Coolant
a.
Check the level of COOLANT in the expansion tanks on the
top of each engine.
b.
Refill only to COLD fill line if needed.
c.
You will need to lift the floor deck to access the tank for
refilling
2.
Engine Oil
a.
Check the level of OIL in each engine by checking
your dipsticks. Look at the etch marks on each dipstick
that indicate the proper oil level.
b.
DO NOT OVERFILL!
i.
Only fill if oil levels are nearing the ½ way
mark in 1 quart increments
3.
USE the generator!
a.
Don’t let the house voltage go below 12v
b.
Think about running the generator at least each night and morning at a minimum
4.
Head use
a.
Put in SLEEP mode when away from the vessel or at night
b.
Make sure there’s water in the bowl to prevent vacuum loss and to keep the pump from running
continuously
