MAINTENANCE
SERVICE MANUAL NUMBER 26
Recommissioning
NOTICE
Refer to “Cold Weather or Extended Storage Precautions” in this section
BEFORE proceeding.
WARNING
To prevent possible injury or damage to equipment, do not install battery until all
maintenance has been performed on engine.
1.
Check that all cooling system hoses are connected properly and hose clamps are tight.
Check that all drain plugs are installed and tightened securely.
2.
Inspect drive belts.
CAUTION
When installing battery, be sure to connect NEGATIVE (–) battery cable to
NEGATIVE (–) battery terminal and POSITIVE (+) battery cable to POSITIVE (+)
battery terminal. If battery cables are reversed, electrical system damage will result.
3.
Install fully-charged battery. Clean battery cable clamps and terminals and reconnect
cables (see CAUTION listed above). Tighten each cable clamp securely when
connecting.
4.
5.
Coat terminal connections with a battery terminal anti-corrosion agent.
Perform all maintenance tasks listed in the MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES, except
those performed during the power package lay up procedure.
6.
Perform all checks in the BEFORE STARTING column of the Operation and
Maintenance Manual OPERATION CHART.
CAUTION
Refer to FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM before starting engine.
7.
Supply water to the seawater pickup pump as outlined in “Flushing Cooling System.”
8.
Start engine and closely observe instrumentation to make sure that all systems are
functioning correctly.
9.
Carefully inspect engine for fuel, oil, fluid, water and exhaust leaks.
Check steering system and shift and throttle controls for proper operation.
For drive unit, refer to appropriate sterndrive manual.
10.
11.
Index
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