10.5.5 Minimum spare parts

▪The Engine Unit should be

▪Oil and filter change.

serviced at the start of each season by a qualified technician.

▪Fuel tanks drained of water

(ensure they are filled with fuel prior to lay up) and fuel filters renewed.

▪Ensure the unit cooling system is

flushed with fresh water prior to lay up at the end of the season.

▪Inspect all cooling pipes, and

check levels of anti-freeze fitted in cooling systems. Examine all exhaust lines for wastage or leaks.

▪Prior to departure, check the

condition of the propeller/shear pin assembly if fitted.

▪Be aware of the correct starting

▪Inspect impellers on Sea Water

procedures before departing, in particular how to avoid flooding the engine.

Cooling systems (Jabsco pumps).

▪Check condition of any starting

battery systems.

▪If using a two-stroke engine,

▪Examine condition of underwater

always ensure the correct oil/fuel mixture is used.

anodes.

▪Inspect condition of propeller

▪Engines should be correctly

shaft cutlass bearings.

mounted onto the boats transom; in addition a safety lanyard should always be attached.

▪Check operation of all sea water

hull shut-off valves.

10.5.5 Minimum spare parts

▪The use of a “kill cord” with the

unit is recommended at all times.

For Inboard Engine

▪Fan belt set.

▪Oil/fuel filter set.

▪Spare Jabsco sea water pump

impeller and gaskets.

▪Spare change of engine oil.

▪Spare jubilee clips to suit hoses on

board.

For Outboard Engine

▪Spark plugs (in case of petrol

10.5.4 Annual engine maintenance

engines).

Prior to the start of each season, owners should undertake the following annual maintenance procedures:

▪Spare Shear Pin (if relevant).