Chapter 1: First Time Operation And Break-In; First Time Operation - Indmar 5.7L Vortec Operator's Manual

FIRST TIME OPERATION AND BREAK-IN
A new engine may use a more than normal
amount of engine oil before it is broken in.
Check your oil level hourly during the break-
in period. Once the engine is broken in,
check the oil level before each day's use and
more often during sustained periods of high
RPM operation. Some oil use during opera-
tion is normal.
The following checks assumes your dealer has per-
formed the pre-delivery service and inspection. Complete
the
following pre-start check list before starting your engine
for the first time. If you have questions about any of these
procedures, see your Indmar dealer for assistance.
Indmar Marine Engines
Chapter 1

FIRST TIME OPERATION

1. Check the boat hull and/or garboard drain plug. Make
sure they are installed and secure. Check the boat
owner's manual for additional pre-operation checks.
2. Make sure all engine drain plugs are installed. Refer
to Chapter 7, Storage and Winter Layup. There are
several drain locations:
Block – There are block drain points on both sides of
the engine. Some engines have brass drain plugs on
each side and some engines have knock sensors
installed in the block drain holes (Figure 1.2).
On the 8.1 Liter engine, removing the knock sensor
does NOT drain the block. Remove the plugs from the
brass fillings on both sides of the engine to drain
water from the block.
Exhaust – The drain hose must be connected.
Transmission – The transmission oil cooler has one
drain plug. In addition, the Walters V-Drive and ZF
Ski-Vee (if equipped) have two drain plugs. See
Chapter 7 for instructions.
NOTICE
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