Routine Maintenance - Axis A20 Owner's Manual

routine maintenance

Attention to the mechanical components of the boat are as critical as any matter in ensuring
a long, enjoyable ownership. Some boat maintenance is required prior to and following every
outing, some must be done on a regular schedule, and some has to be done in accordance
with proper storage and winterization. Because of the complexity of some components, such
as the fuel system, you will need to seek assistance from an authorized Axis dealer's service
department. Other issues can be easily accomplished by the boat operator.
Note that the engine and drive train have maintenance schedules that must be followed also.
These important details are contained in the engine owner's manual. Be sure to read and follow
instructions that appear there.
Read and follow the guidelines that appear in the Owner's Manual to keep the warranty in
effect, and to ensure that the boat operates properly long afterwards.
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
(Details follow about each.)
• Inspect the sea strainer.
• Check the battery holders and the connections.
• Check for odors, particularly fuel odors.
AFTER STARTING THE ENGINE
(Details follow about each.)
• Check for odors, particularly from exhaust emissions.
• Be certain that the battery registers as fully charged and that there is sufficient fuel for the
outing.
AFTER THE OUTING
(Details follow about each.)
• Give the engine compartment a general inspection.
• Check the other components.
• Note how much fuel was used and the state of charge on the batteries.
• Give the boat a good general cleaning as outlined in the On-Going Care information that
precedes this section.
AFTER 50 HOURS ON THE HOURMETER
(Details follow.)
• Check the safety equipment.
• Have the oil changed by your authorized Axis dealer.
AFTER 100 HOURS OR ANNUALLY (WHICHEVER COMES FIRST)
(Details follow.)
There are certain maintenance routines that must be performed. Due to the complexity of
this maintenance, Axis recommends it be completed by your authorized Axis dealer.
STORAGE AND WINTERIZATION
(Details follow.)
This is critical to the life of the boat. These steps include ensuring that all water has been
evacuated from the boat, the battery is properly stored, and the boat finishes are protected.
Information is also provided regarding the proper lifting of the boat from the water if it will be
stored at any time by that method instead of resting on a custom-built Axis trailer.
Axis
Owners
Manual
2019
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