Storage And Preseason Preparation; Storage; Fuel System; Engine Oil And Filter Replacement - Sea-doo Challenger*180 Operator's Manual

STORAGE AND PRESEASON PREPARATION

WARNING
Because fuel and oil are flammable,
have an authorized Sea-Doo sport
boat dealer inspect the fuel and oil
systems integrity as specified in the
PERIODIC INSPECTION CHART.

Storage

NOTE: Leave drain plugs out during
storage period.
It is recommended that the boat be
taken to an authorized Sea-Doo sport
boat dealer for proper storage, howev-
er you can perform the following oper-
ations with a minimum of tools.
CAUTION: Do not run the engine
during the storage period.

Fuel System

Sea-Doo fuel stabilizer (or equivalent),
can be added in fuel tank to prevent fuel
deterioration and fuel system gum-
ming. Follow stabilizer manufacturer's
instructions for proper use.
CAUTION: Fuel stabilizer should be
added before engine lubrication to
ensure fuel system components are
protected against varnish deposits.
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WARNING
Always stop the engine before re-
fueling. Fuel is flammable and ex-
plosive under certain conditions.
Always work in a well ventilated ar-
ea. Do not smoke or allow open
flames or sparks in the vicinity. Fuel
tank may be pressurized. Slowly
turn cap when opening. Never use
an open flame to check fuel level.
When fueling, keep boat level. Do
not overfill or top off the fuel tank
and leave boat in the sun. As tem-
perature increases, fuel expands
and might overflow. Always wipe
off any fuel spillage from the boat.
Periodically verify fuel system.
Engine Oil and Filter
Replacement
The oil and oil filter change should be per-
formed by an authorized Sea-Doo sport
boat dealer.
Exhaust Cooling System
Flushing and Engine
Internal Lubrication
Connect a garden hose to cool the ex-
haust system as explained in FLUSH-
ING under POST-OPERATION CARE.
Bring engine to normal operating tem-
perature.
CAUTION: Properly follow the instruc-
tions given in the flushing procedure.
Close the water tap, then stop the en-
gine.
Pull engine access panel upward to re-
move it.