Alarm.systems; Compass; Instrument.maintenance - Four winns FUNSHIP Owner's Manual

K. Alarm Systems
Engine.alarm.systems.are.available.on.certain.engine.
options..The.alarm.is.audible..and.is.actuated.by.
various.engine.sensors..The.sensors.monitor.such.
things.low.oil.pressure,.high.water.temperature.levels.
and.high.exhaust.manifold.temperatures..Consult.your.
engine.owner's.manual.for.information.regarding.the.
specific systems monitored by the alarm if so
equipped.
L. Compass
A.compass.is.available.on.certain.Four.Winns
els..The.compass.can.provide.directional.information.
when.operating.offshore,.in.unfamiliar.waters,.or.in.
adverse.weather.conditions..
The.compass.must.be.properly.calibrated.after.all.
personal.equipment.is.installed.including.all.electron-
ics.(radio,.depth.sounder,.etc.)..DO.NOT.rely.on.the.
compass.readings.until.initial.adjustment.(compensa-
tion).has.been.performed..If.the.boat.has.a.factory-
installed.compass,.the.manufacturer's.instructions.are.
provided.in.the.owner's.packet..Most.areas.have.local.
companies.that.specialize.in.compass.adjustment...
If.unsure.of.the.proper.compensation.techniques,.
consider.having.the.adjustment.done.professionally..
to ensure accuracy and confidence in the compass.
NOTICE
During use, keep all extraneous metal objects
away from the compass. The close proximity of
metal objects (e.g., beverage cans) can cause
compass deviation.
NOTICE
Four Winns continually strives to improve
its products. Unit specifications, including
standard and optional equipment are constant-
ly being modified. Equipment availability is also
subject to change without notice. The most
current and accurate information available
at the time of publication is included in this
manual. Some variation in equipment,
description, location, and details can result.
Engines and Instrumentation - Section E
M. Instrument Maintenance
Electrical.protection.for.instruments.and.ignition.
circuitry.is.provided.by.fuses..The.fuse.block.is.located.
underneath.the.starboard.dash.on.most.models.or.on.
the.starboard.side,.below.the.throttle.control,.near.the.
floor on other models.
Periodically,.spray.the.ignition.switch.with.a.contact.
cleaner..The.ignition.switch.and.all.instruments,.
controls,.etc..should.be.protected.from.the.weather.
when.not.in.use..Four.Winns.offers.appropriate.
weather.covers.for.each.model..Excessive.exposure.
.mod- can lead to gauge and ignition switch difficulties.
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DO NOT use a product such as WD-0 as
a contact cleaner. Be sure to read the label
before using any product.
Electronic.gauges.are.affected.by.static.electricity.that.
builds-up.on.the.glass.face..Periodic.washing.on.the.
gauge.face.with.warm.water.and.mild.liquid.detergent.
will.help.eliminate.the.static.electricity.problem.and.
improve.gauge.accuracy.
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