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8 • r, Ection, Equired – Baja Marine Performance 405 User Manual

Page 72: Nspection, Ervice, Aintenance

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Many of your boat’s systems have critical features

located in the bilge area. a thorough and organized

inspection of the bilge area will address many of

these critical features. for example, engine oil

leaks and fuel system leaks will show themselves

as contamination on the surface of the liquid

that remains in the bilge. When you see such

contamination, you should look for its source.

Once or twice a year, pump the bilge areas dry and

remove all loose dirt. Be sure that all the limber

holes are open. limber holes are the openings in the

stringers that allow water to flow from the outboard

areas of the bilge to the bilge sump.

Check the bilge pump float switch by moving it

manually. (figure 4.1.2) The bilge pump should start

when the float switch is raised and should stop when

lowered. If it does not, have it replaced before using

your boat. The float switch should also move freely

without sticking, if it does not, have it serviced or

replaced before boating.

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If there is oil contamination, look for leaks in engine

oil lines and engine gaskets. If parts of the bilge

have been stained by oil, the stain can be removed

using a bilge cleaner available from your dealer or

a marine store.

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• Inspect the entire fuel system for evidence of

leakage, including the fuel tank fill lines and

vents. any stain around a joint could be an

indication of a leak.

• Test all fittings with a wrench to be sure they are

not loose, but do not forcefully overtighten the

fittings.

• Clean fuel filters and vent screens.

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Engine failure or malfunction, when away from

shore, can be dangerous. Make certain you do the

following each time you use the boat:

• Wipe off the engine to remove accumulated

dust, grease and oil.

• Check all exposed nuts, bolts and screws for

tightness.

• Inspect the belts for wear. If they do not

require replacement, check and adjust the belt

tension according to the engine manufacturer’s

recommendation.

• Inspect engine wiring, and clean and tighten the

terminals on the engine electrical system.

• Clean and lubricate the battery cables.
• add distilled water to the battery cells as

needed.

• Refer to your Engine Operator’s Manual for

additional engine maintenance requirements.

DO NOT USE FLAMMABLE SOLVENTS to clean any

part of the bilge.

Fumes can accumulate and can be the source of an

explosion.

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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.

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WARNING