Owner`s manual

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• Leave a written message listing details of your planned cruise with a close friend ashore (Float Plan). The
float plan should include a description of your boat, where you intend to cruise and a schedule of when
you expect to arrive in the cruising area and when you expect to return. Keep the person informed of any
changes in your plan to prevent false alarms. This information will tell authorities where to look and the
type of boat to look for in the event you fail to arrive.
• Check the amount of fuel on board. Observe the "rule of thirds": one third of the fuel for the trip out,
one third to return and one third in reserve. An additional 15% may be consumed in rough seas.
• Check the water separating fuel filters (if installed) for water. The engine fuel filters also should be
checked for leaks or corrosion.
• Turn the battery switches.
• Check the bilge water level. Look for other signs of potential problems. Monitor the scent of fuel fumes.
• Test the automatic and manual bilge pump switches to make sure the system is working properly.
• Turn on the bilge blower. Check the blower output and operate four (4) minutes before starting the engine.
The blower also should be activated when operating below cruising speed.
• Have a toolkit aboard. The kit should include the following basic tools:
Spark Plug Wrench Hammer
Spark Plug Gap Gauge Electrician's Tape
Screw Drivers Lubricating Oil
Pliers Jackknife
Adjustable Wrench Vise Grip Pliers
Needle Nose Pliers Wire Crimping Tool
End Wrench Set Wire Connector Set
• Have the following spare parts on board:
Extra Light Bulbs Spark Plugs
Fuses and Circuit Breakers Flashlight and Batteries
Drain Plugs Engine and Transmission Oil
Propellers Fuel Filters
Propeller Nuts Fuel Hose and Clamps
• Make sure all fire extinguishers are in position and in good operating condition.
BE SURE THE SHIFT CONTROL IS IN THE NEUTRAL POSITION.
VAPORIZING LIQUID EXTINGUISHERS GIVE OFF TOXIC FUMES; USE ONLY COAST
GUARD APPROVED FIRE EXTINGUISHERS.