Maintenance - Monterey M3 Owner's Manual

Ventilation System

10.2 Maintenance

• Periodically lubricate all hinges and latch
assemblies with a light oil.
• Periodically clean and coat gasket materials
with silicone to help keep them pliable.
• Periodic inspection and cleaning of the engine
compartment ventilation ducts is necessary
to ensure adequate air circulation. A buildup
of leaves, twigs, or other debris can severely
reduce ventilation. It also is important to be
sure that the drains in the vent baffles are
open to prevent excessive seawater from
accumulating in the vents and overflowing into
the engine compartment.
• The bilge blower is permanently lubricated and
requires no maintenance. Blower operation
can and should be tested by placing a hand
over the exhaust starboard exhaust vent.
Do not rely on the sound of the blower. A
substantial amount of air should be exhausted
by the blower. Frequently check the intake
vents for obstructions, preferably before each
cruise.
NOTICE:
Should blower noise become excessive, the
source of the noise should be found and cor-
rected before operating the boat.
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