Laying Up And Launching; Inhibiting - Volvo Penta MD2010 Instruction Book

Laying up and launching

Before taking the boat out of the water for winter/out-of-season storage have an authorized Volvo Penta work-
shop inspect the engine and other equipment. Have any necessary repairs or service work carried out so that
your boat is in top condition for the new season.
Inhibition should be carried out to ensure that the engine and transmission are not damaged while out of com-
mission during the winter/off-season. It is important this is done properly and than nothing is forgotten. We have
therefore provided a checklist covering the most important points.
WARNING! Read the chapter on Maintenance carefully before starting work. It contains instructions on
how to carry out the most common maintenance and service operations safely and correctly.

Inhibiting

The following are best carried out with the boat in
the water:
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
Change oil in the reverse gear.
Replace fuel filter. Replace fuel pre-filter if in-
stalled.
Run the engine to normal operating temperature.
Take the boat out of the water:
The following should be carried out with the boat
out of the water:
Clean the hull and drive directly after taking up the
boat (before it dries).
IMPORTANT! Be careful when cleaning with a
high pressure water spray. Never direct the wa-
ter jet at the propeller shaft seal, grommets etc.
Change oil in the drive.
Clean the vacuum valve and seawater filter (ac-
cessory).
Clean and inhibit the seawater system.
Remove the impeller from the seawater pump.
Store the impeller in a sealed plastic bag in a cool
place.
Check the condition of the engine coolant anti-
freeze. Top up if required.
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IMPORTANT! An anti-corrosion mixture in
the engine coolant system provides no pro-
tection against freezing. If there is any possi-
bility the engine will be subjected to freezing
temperatures then the system must be
drained.
Drain any water and contaminants from the fuel
tank. Fill the tank completely with fuel to avoid
condensation.
Clean the outside of the engine. Do not use a high
pressure spray to clean the engine. Touch up any
damaged areas of paintwork with Volvo Penta
original paint.
Check all control cables and treat with rust in-
hibitor.
Repair any damaged areas of paintwork with
Volvo Penta original paint. NOTE! Read the special
instructions on painting the drive under the head-
ing: "Painting the drive and hull".
Disconnect battery leads. Clean and charge the
batteries. NOTE! A poorly charged battery may
burst as a result of freezing.
Spray electrical system components with moisture
repellent spray.
Remove the propeller for storage. Grease the pro-
peller shaft using water repellent grease. Disas-
semble folding propellers, clean and grease.
Check the rubber seal between the drive and hull
carefully.