Static Water Line; Static Water Line Test - Volvo 5.0OSiE-J Operator's Manual

Static Water Line

Check the static water line if the loading or weight distribution in the rear of the boat has changed significantly from
the boat manufacturers original design. This would include the addition of an auxiliary outboard on brackets, on-
board generators, towers, personal water craft mounted on the rear of the boat, coolers, and bait wells, and so on.

Static Water Line Test

NOTICE! The static water line height must be tested
before the engine is started for the first time.
Checking the static water line will help pre-
vent the ingestion of water into the engine
and the resultant damage.
1. Load the boat and distribute weight as you would
for normal boating conditions.
2. Place a level on top of transom, measure from
bottom of level to top of riser (B) and record
measurement.
NOTICE! The addition of extra equipment such as a generator, auxiliary trolling motor, live wells, supplemental
fuel or water tankage, etc. may alter the water line or balance point of your boat. This may cause water
to enter the exhaust, causing serious engine damage. Before making changes that affect the boat's wa-
ter line, consult your dealer to see if modifications will be required on your engine.
VPA 7748131 English 09-2007
3. Measure from bottom of the level to static water
line (A) and record measurement.
4. Subtract measurement B from measurement A
and record result (C). Measurement C should not
be less than 14 in. (35.6 cm).
A – B = C
5. When the static water line does not meet these
specifications, contact your Volvo Penta dealer for
information on high rise extension kits. Make sure
one is installed before the engine is started for
the first time.
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