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SECTION VIII. B: PRE-START
For more complete operating instructions, maintenance
procedure,etc., refer to engine manual provided by engine manufacturer.
1. Read the procedures as outlined in the engine operating manual and
be
sure to follow the engine manufacturer's recommended operating
RPM's.
2. Check your fuel supply. Know the cruising radius your supply will
allow.
3. Run blower for at least five minutes and check blower exhaust for
presence of fumes.
4. Open the fuel valve.
5. Open the seawater intake valve which is located in the bilge on
the port side of the keel between the two cabin sole hatches.
6. Check hoses and connections running from sea water intake valve to
internal strainer, to V-Drive and from V-Drive to main engine.
Check the bilge area below the V drive for oil and water. If You
find oil, do not pump overboard, but remove using a hand pump and
take ashore for proper disposal. Determine where oil is coming
from before operating engine. If bilge has clean water, you may
want to pump. Note: Bilge water in this area will normally come
from:
A. Ice box drain
B. Condensation
C. Stuffing box for propeller shaft. Note: Stuffing box should
have a slow drip to insure proper water lubrication
7. Check main engine oil level. Access to dipstick is gained through
removable access panel located behind companionway ladder.
8. Check oil level in V-drive unit. Dipstick is on port side of
V-drive housing.
Pearson 323 Owners Manual (1978 model year)
PEARSON YACHTS
OWNER'S GUIDE AND PROTECTION PLAN
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