Bottom Of Boat; Inspection And Maintenance - Mercury Bravo Three Operation & Maintenance Manual

CA104

Bottom Of Boat

To maintain maximum speed, the following conditions of the boat bot-
tom should be observed:
Clean, free of barnacles and marine growth.
Free of distortion, nearly flat where it contacts water.
Straight and smooth, fore and aft.
ANTIFOULING PAINTS
See Antifouling Paint recommendations and related information on
previous pages.
IMPORTANT: Refer to CORROSION AND CORROSION PRO-
TECTION for additional information.
CA105

Inspection And Maintenance

Inspect power package often, and at regular intervals, to help main-
tain its top operating performance, and correct potential problems
before they occur. The entire power package should be checked
carefully, including all accessible engine parts.
Check for loose, damaged or missing parts, hoses and clamps; tight-
en or replace as required.
Check plug leads and electrical leads for damage.
Remove and inspect propeller. If badly nicked, bent or cracked, see
your dealer.
Repair nicks and corrosion damage on power package exterior fin-
ish. Use Quicksilver spray paints - see your Authorized MerCruiser
Dealer.
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