Fuel System; Electrical System; Drainage; Water System - whaler 270 Outrage Manual

CAUTION
!
Never start or run your outboard (even
momentarily) without having water circulating
through the cooling water intake holes in the
gear case. This will prevent damage to the water
pump (running dry) or overheating of the
engine.
It is important that you follow all the
recommendations set by the engine owner's
operations manual. It will give you a schedule of
when these important functions need to be done.

Fuel System

Tank(s), hoses, fuel pump and carburetor should be
treated to help pevent the formation of varnish and
gum. Temperature extremes cause condensation to
accumulate in the fuel tank(s). Empty gas tanks
collect condensation which could lead to fuel
contamination and/or premature wear of your system
Long periods of storage and/or non-use, common to
boats, create unique problems. When preparing to store
a boat for extended periods, of two months or more, it
is best to completely remove all fuel from the tank. If it is
not possible to remove the fuel, maintaining a full tank of
fuel with a fuel stabilizer added to provide fuel stability
and corrosion protection is recommended..

Electrical System

NOTICE
Store the batteries in a cool, dry location. Keep
the batteries in their plastic boxes. Periodically
check the batteries during storage.
The battery should be removed from the boat.
Remove the negative (-) cable first, then the positive
(+) cable and the battery given a full charge. Clean
the external surface of the battery and check all water
levels before and after charging. Grease both
terminals and bolts on the cable ends.
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Section 5 • Care & Maintenance

Drainage

It is important to raise the bow of the boat enough to
allow for proper drainage of water from the deck
and bilge area. Make sure all the drainage fittings
are clear and free of debris. Store the engine in an
upright position to promote adequate drainage of
water.

Water System

If the water system will not be used for an extended
amount of time it is recommended that it be drained.
Draining the freshwater system will require you to
energize the freshwater pump switch on the
instrument panel, press the button on the shower head
and empty the freshwater tank, disconnect the hoses
to and from the water pump to allow as much water
as possible to drain out. De-energize the fresh water
pump switch.

Trailer Storage

If you will be storing the boat for an extended amount
of time on its trailer, you will need to lift the trailer
off of its wheels. Use care when raising the trailer.
The surface should be level and conditioned to accept
the weight of the boat and trailer and allow for
adequate drainage. Covering the wheels will protect
them from harmful UV rays. Repeatedly immersing
the trailer in water during boat launching can cause
a variety of problems. Water seeping into the wheel
hubs will cause the grease to emulsify and can
prematurely corrode the bearings. Check with the
trailer manufacturer for scheduled maintenence of
you trailer.
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270 Outrage