Baja Marine Islander 242 - Manual (Page 70)

8.7 242 Islander ®
s
eCtIon
8 • r
equIred
I
nspeCtIon
, s
ervICe
, &
M
aIntenanCe
• Check fuel lines for damage and/or leaks. Make
sure that they do not come into contact with
moving parts.
• Check Carbon Monoxide detector to see if
operational
6. s
ecuriTY
c
onsiDeraTions
Be conscious of the security of your boat. always
remove the keys from the ignition, lock hatches, lock
the cabin door, remove and stow any removable
electronic gear (fishfinders, lORan, etc.) and
personal gear (fishing poles, etc.) normally left
aboard your boat.
7. p
oWer
s
TeerinG
s
YsTeM
M
ainTenance
• lubricate the control valve on the power
steering cylinder through the grease fitting with
multipurpose lubricant until grease appears
around the rubber boot.
• Coat power assist steering output shaft and
exposed steering cable end with appropriate
lubricant.
• lubricate cable end guide pivot point with saE
30W engine oil.
• Check power steering fluid level in the power
steering pump reservoir.
• Inspect all hydraulic hoses for leaks. keep hoses
from rubbing on moving parts and from contact
with hot engine parts.
• Check all fittings, clamps, and bolts for tightness
every month.
• Check power steering pump drive belt for
wear and proper tension every month. Do
not overtighten belt. This can cause bearing
failure.
REfER TO ThE EngInE OPERaTOR’s
ManUal fOR PROPER flUID lEVEls anD
lUBRICanTs.
Baja ® Marine recommends that all repairs and/or
replacements to steering systems be made by
qualified dealers authorized by manufacturer of the
steering system of your boat.
DETaIlED OPERaTIng InsTRUCTIOns anD
WaRRanTy InfORMaTIOn aRE PROVIDED By
ThE EQUIPMEnT ManUfaCTURER anD Can
BE fOUnD In ThE OWnER’s PaCkET.