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Section 8 • Required Inspection, Service, &
Maintenance
8.Quick Reference Checklist
As the owner/operator of a Baja® Boat, you are responsible for the safe operation of your boat and the safety of your passengers. Always be sure that required documents, navigational equipment and Coast Guard required safety equipment is aboard and in proper working order.
A.Boarding the Boat*
General | |
1. | Weather Conditions | Is it going to be safe to go out? |
2. | Transom Drain Plug | Installed |
3. | PFDs and all other Coast Guard | |
| required safety equipment | Available for all children and adults |
4. | Ignition keys | Available |
5. | Tool Box | Stocked with a variety of appropriate tools |
4. | Fire Exgtinguisher | Available |
5. | Cell Phone | Fully charged |
Boat Systems | |
1. | Bilge Pumps | Working. Discharge any appreciable amounts of water |
| | overboard |
2. | Blowers | Working. “Sniff” the bilge/engine compartment for fuel |
| | odor |
3. | Navigation Lights | Working. Have spare bulbs (and if applicable fuses) |
| | aboard |
4. | Radio/Electronics | Working |
5. | Horn | Working |
6. | Trim Tabs | Full range of motion. No excessive play or binding |
7. | Fresh Water Tank | Filled and sanitized |
8. | Carbon Monoxide Detector | Working |
Engine | |
1. | Batteries | Fully charged (Check water cell levels) |
2. | Fuel Tank | Filled with recommended fuel; not leaking |
3. | Fuel System | Check for leaks |
4. | Fuel Filters | Check that filters are clean and tight |
5. | Diesel Racor Fuel Filters | Check that filters are clean, tight and free of water |
6. | Engine Coolant Drain Plugs | Secured |
7. | Steering Fluid | Full |
8. | Throttle & Gearshift Controls | Full range of motion |
*Note: If trailering boat, many of these items should be checked before leaving the house.
Contents
Baja Marine
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For information call 1-865-971-6270 or fax
Welcome
Everyone that operates the boat should read this manual
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Read, understand and use this manual
Introduction
You must learn to operate this boat as well as
Manufacturer’s Certification
Service, Parts and Repair for Your Boat
Hull Identification Number HIN
About Your Express Limited Warranty
Iii
Ignition Protection Breakers and/or Fuses
Speed changes you. TM
Safe boating means
Safety
Safety Labels
Carbon Monoxide
Legally Mandated Minimum Required Equipment
Fire Extinguishing System
Carbon Monoxide Monitor
Lifesaving Equipment
Additional Recommended Equipment for Safe Operation
Impaired Operation
Propellers
Power Capacity
Load Capacity
United States
Maintain Control
Observe the safety rules listed below
Stability
General Considerations
Chart Your Course
Weather
Skiing
Water Sports
Swimming
Emergency Situations
General
Fire
Medical Emergency
Water Rescue
Flooding, Swamping and Capsizing
Grounding
Safety Hotlines
Collisions and Leaking
Propulsion, Control or Steering Failure
Fuel and Oil Spillage
International Requirements
Environmental Considerations
Excessive Noise
Waste Disposal
Wake/Wash
Nautical Terms
Key to Symbols on Controls & Prints
Baja Marine Corp
Optional Only w/ fire port
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Cleats Cleats must not be used for lifting
General Boat Arrangement
Docking /Lifting /Trailering Passenger Locations
2 Hull
Basic Boat Dimensions and Clearances Metric
Propulsion System
General Deck Layout
General Deck Layout FIG
Gear Shift and Throttle Control
Power Trim Unit and Gauge
Description of Major Controls
Trailer Switch
Trim Tabs
Important Gauges
Ignition Shutdown Switch
Engine Alarm System
Tachometer and Hour Meter
Oil Pressure, Water Temperature, Voltmeter and Fuel Gauges
Navigation and Anchor Lights
Using Your Boat
Pre-Launch, Launch and Post- Launch Checklist
Trailer Launching and Loading
Fueling the Boat
Boarding
Personal Flotation Devices
Passenger Instruction and Location
Starting the Engine
Shifting to Drive the Boat
Stopping the Engine
Steering Systems
Hydraulic Steering
Power Steering
Power Steering System
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Fuel & Oil Spillage
Bilge & Underwater Gear
Bilge
Drain Plug
Engines and Stern Drive
Maintenance
Maintenance and Service
Bilge Blowers
Propeller Removal and Installation
Impact to Stern Drive
Gear case
Anti-Siphon Valve Inboard/Outboard Engine Only
Fuel System
Fuel System
Static Electricity and the Fuel System
Fueling Precautions
Before and During Fueling Checklist
After Fueling Checklist
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Electrical Systems
Battery Maintenance
Electrical Systems
Fuse Panel
Electrolytic Corrosion & Zinc Anodes
Breakers and/or Fuses
Marine Electronic Cathodic Anti-corrosion System Mercathode
Ignition Switch
Drive Pump with K-Plane Trim Tabs FIG
Switch Panel Wire Information FIG
Fuse Panel Wire Diagram FIG
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Options & Accessories
Options & Accessories Locations
Canvas
Automatic Fire Extinguisher System Option
Fire Extinguisher Port
Depth Finder Optional
Canvas Care and Maintenance
Swim Platform w/ Ladder Optional
Horn
Optional performance system
Stereo System
Standard performance system
Head Systems
Portable Head with Pump-Out
Exhaust Systems
Corsa Performance Quick & Quiet II option
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Interval
Required Inspection, Service Maintenance
Summary Guide for Inspection, Service and Maintenance
Summary Guide For Inspection, Service and Maintenance
Interval
Useful Service Information
Inspection, Service and Maintenance Protocol
Bilge Area
Topside and Supplies
Winterization Checklist for Boats Stored on Land
Batteryies
Boat Storage
Fuel System
Fitting Out After Storage
Fuel Systems
Miscellaneous
Power Steering System Maintenance
Security Considerations
Boat Systems
Quick Reference Checklist
Boarding the Boat General
Starting the Engine
Quick Reference Checklist cont’d Departing General
Returning to Port General
If the Engine Does Not Start
Quick Reference Checklist cont’d
Securing the Boat
After Market Equipment Checklist
Equipment Proper Operating Condition
Maintenance Log
Maintenance Log Cont’d
Stains & Scratches
Paint Cleaning Agents & Other Substances
Care & Refinishing
Fiberglass & Gelcoat
Acrylic Plastic Sheeting Plastic Glass
Permanently Moored or Docked Boats
Topside Areas
Canvas and Clear Vinyl
Exterior Upholstery Fabric
Interior Upholstery Fabric
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Index
Index Outlaw