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1.4 Engine Cooling System
Outboard engines are raw water (sea water) cooled. Water is pumped through the water inlets,
circulated through the engine block, and relinquished with the exhaust gases through the propeller
hub. The water pump uses a small impeller made of synthetic rubber. The impeller and water pump
cannot run dry for more than a few seconds. In most outboard motors, some cooling water is
diverted through ports below the engine cowling. This allows the operator to visually check the
operation of the cooling system. When the engine is started, always check for a steady stream of
water coming out of those ports.
NEVER RUN AN OUTBOARD MOTOR WITHOUT WATER FLOWING TO
THE WATER PUMP. SERIOUS DAMAGE TO THE WATER IMPELLER OR
ENGINE COULD RESULT.
Note: If the boat is used in salt or badly polluted water, the engines should be flushed after
each use. Refer to the engine owner’s manual for the proper engine flushing
procedure.
1.5 Propellers
The propellers convert the engine’s power into thrust. They come in a variety of styles, diameters
and pitches. The one that will best suit the needs of your Pursuit will depend somewhat on your
application and expected average load. Propeller sizes are identified by two numbers stamped on
the prop in sequence. The 1st number in the sequence (example 14 x 21) is the diameter of the
propeller, and the 2nd number is the pitch. Pitch is the theoretical distance traveled by the propeller
in each revolution. Always repair or replace a propeller immediately if it has been damaged. A
damaged and therefore out of balance propeller can cause vibration that can be felt in the boat and
could damage the engine gear assembly. Refer to the engine owner’s manual for information on
propeller removal and installation.
RUNNING AGROUND OR STRIKING AN UNDERWATER OBSTRUCTION CAN
RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY TO PASSENGERS AND DAMAGE TO THE
MOTORS OR BOAT. IF YOUR BOAT RUNS AGROUND, EVALUATE THE
DAMAGE THEN PROCEED AT LOW SPEED TO THE NEAREST SERVICE
FACILITY AND HAVE AN IMMEDIATE INSPECTION MADE BEFORE FUR-
THER USE OF THE CRAFT. A DAMAGED BOAT CAN TAKE ON WATER.
KEEP ALL LIFE SAVING DEVICES CLOSE AT HAND WHILE DRIVING TO
A DOCK AREA. IF THE BOAT CANNOT BE IMMEDIATELY REMOVED
FROM THE WATER, THOROUGHLY INSPECT THE BILGE AREA FOR
LEAKS SO THAT THE BOAT DOES NOT SINK WHILE MOORED.