Chapter 3: Propulsion & Related Systems
Engine Cooling Systems
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WARNING!
FLOODING and SWAMPING HAZARD!
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Close the seacock(s) when leaving your boat unattended for any length of time.
If a seacock is left open, a hose failure could flood the bilge, swamp the batteries and the
engines, and even sink your boat.
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CAUTION
SYSTEM DAMAGE HAZARD!
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Open the engine cooling system’s seacock or ball valve BEFORE starting the engine.
Keep the engine cooling system’s seacock or ball valve Open while the engine is running.
Gas Engine Cooling System
The gas engine cooling system circulates seawater
through the engines to reduce engine temperatures.
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Open the seawater intake seacocks before starting
the engines.
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Keep the seacocks Open while the engines
are running.
Diesel Engine Cooling System
The diesel engine cooling system circulates
seawater through the engines to reduce engine
temperatures.
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Open the seawater intake ball valves before
starting the engines.
Keep the ball valves Open while the engines
are running.
Check the cooling system’s seawater strain-
ers for leaks and debris every time you use
your boat.
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Read the seawater strainer instruction sheet
for instructions about cleaning the seawater
strainers.
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