Chapter 3: Propulsion & Related Systems
Engines
NOTICE
Read the engine manual BEFORE starting or working on your engines.
While the topics listed below may be included in this supplement and in the Cruiser & Yacht Owner’s Manual,
always refer to the engine manual first for specific information on these important subjects:
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•
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Engine Break-in Procedure
Engine Starting and Stopping
Gear Shifting
• Fuel and Oil Recommendations
• Engine Maintenance
• Engine Storage/Winterization
Engine Cooling Systems
!
WARNING!
FLOODING and SWAMPING HAZARD!
•
Close the seawater intake seacock when leaving your boat unattended for any length of
time.
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If the seacock is left open, a hose failure could flood the bilge, swamp the batteries and the
engines, and even sink your boat.
!
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.
DIESEL ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM
TO ENGINE
SEAWATER
INTAKE SEACOCKS
TO ENGINE
SEAWATER
STRAINERS
The engine cooling system circulates seawater through the engine to reduce engine temperatures.
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Open the seawater intake seacocks before starting the engines.
Keep the seacocks Open while the engines are running.
Diesel Engines Only
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Check the seawater strainers for leaks and debris every time you use your boat.
Read the seawater strainer instruction sheet for instructions about cleaning the seawater strainer.
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