Baja Marine Outlaw 23 - Manual (Page 66)

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Many of your boat’s systems have crtcal features
located n the blge area. a thorough and organzed
nspecton of the blge area wll address many of
these crtcal features. For example, engne ol
leaks and fuel system leaks wll show themselves
as contamnaton on the surface of the lqud
that remans n the blge. When you see such
contamnaton, you should look for ts source.
Once or twce a year, pump the blge areas dry and
remove all loose drt. Be sure that all the lmber
holes are open. lmber holes are the openngs n the
stringers that allow water to flow from the outboard
areas of the blge to the blge sump.
Check the bilge pump float switch by moving it
manually. (Fgure 4.1.2) The blge pump should start
when the float switch is raised and should stop when
lowered. If t does not, have t replaced before usng
your boat. The float switch should also move freely
wthout stckng, f t does not, have t servced or
replaced before boatng.
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If there s ol contamnaton, look for leaks n engne
ol lnes and engne gaskets. If parts of the blge
have been staned by ol, the stan can be removed
usng a blge cleaner avalable from your dealer or
a marne store.
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• Inspect the entre fuel system for evdence of
leakage, including the fuel tank fill lines and
vents. any stan around a jont could be an
ndcaton of a leak.
• Test all fittings with a wrench to be sure they are
not loose, but do not forcefully overtghten the
fittings.
• Clean fuel filters and vent screens.
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Engne falure or malfuncton, when away from
shore, can be dangerous. Make certan you do the
followng each tme you use the boat:
• Wpe off the engne to remove accumulated
dust, grease and ol.
• Check all exposed nuts, bolts and screws for
tghtness.
• Inspect the belts for wear. If they do not
requre replacement, check and adjust the belt
tenson accordng to the engne manufacturer’s
recommendaton.
• Inspect engne wrng, and clean and tghten the
termnals on the engne electrcal system.
• Clean and lubrcate the battery cables.
• add dstlled water to the battery cells as
needed.
• Refer to your Engne Operator’s Manual for
addtonal engne mantenance requrements.
DO NOT USE FLAMMABLE SOLVENTS to clean any
part of the bilge.
Fumes can accumulate and can be the source of an
explosion.
! WARNING
Work on electrical wiring can create shock hazards
or sparks.
Always shut off battery switch, breakers and/or
pull fuses before checking electrical wiring or
connectors.
! WARNING