Baja Marine 242 manual Quick Reference Checklist, Boarding the Boat General, Boat Systems

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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.

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Contents Islander Baja MarineFor information call 1-865-971-6270 or fax Welcome This page intentionally left blank Introduction Manufacturer’s Certification Service, Parts and Repair for Your BoatHull Identification Number HIN About Your Express Limited Warranty Iii Ignition Protection Breakers and/or Fuses Speed changes you. TM Safety Labels SafetyFire Extinguishing System Legally Mandated Minimum Required EquipmentCarbon Monoxide Carbon Monoxide Monitor Lifesaving Equipment Load Capacity Additional Recommended Equipment for Safe OperationImpaired Operation Stability Power CapacityGeneral Considerations Maintain ControlWeather Chart Your Course Skiing Water SportsSwimming Water Rescue Emergency SituationsGeneral Medical EmergencyCollisions and Leaking FireFlooding, Swamping and Capsizing Propulsion, Control or Steering Failure Safety HotlinesInternational Requirements GroundingWake/Wash Environmental ConsiderationsWaste Disposal Excessive NoiseNautical Terms Key to Symbols on Controls & Prints This Page Intentionally Left Blank Baja Marine Corp This Page Intentionally Left Blank Docking /Lifting /Trailering Passenger Locations General Boat ArrangementBoat Dimensions and Clearances Fig Propellers Basic Boat Dimensions and Clearances MetricPropulsion System General Deck Layout Gear Shift and Throttle Control Power Trim Unit and GaugeDescription of Major Controls Trim Tabs Trailer SwitchTachometer and Hour Meter Ignition Shutdown SwitchEngine Alarm System Important GaugesNavigation and Anchor Lights Oil Pressure, Water Temperature, Voltmeter and Fuel GaugesPre-Launch, Launch and Post- Launch Checklist Using Your BoatFueling the Boat Trailer Launching and LoadingPersonal Flotation Devices BoardingStarting the Engine Passenger Instruction and LocationStopping the Engine Shifting to Drive the BoatSteering System Power Steering SystemBilge Pumps Bilge & Underwater GearBilge Fuel & Oil SpillageVibration and Causes Maintenance and ServiceEngines and Stern Drive Bilge BlowersImpact to Stern Drive Propeller Removal and InstallationGear case Anti-Siphon Valve Inboard/Outboard Engine Only Fuel SystemFuel System Static Electricity and the Fuel System Fueling PrecautionsBefore and During Fueling Checklist After Fueling Checklist This page intentionally left blank Batteries Electrical SystemsElectrical Systems Direct Current DCFuse Panel Electrolytic Corrosion & Zinc AnodesBreakers and/or Fuses Marine Electronic Cathodic Anti-corrosion System Mercathode Drive Pump Drive Pump w/ K-Plane Trim Tabs Ignition Switch Switch Panel Wire Information FIG This Page Intentionally Left Blank Options & Accessories Locations Options & AccessoriesCanvas Automatic Fire Extinguisher System OptionFire Extinguisher Port Horn Canvas Care and MaintenanceSwim Platform w/ Ladder Optional Depth Finder OptionalPortable Head with Pump-Out Stereo SystemHead Systems Requirements for OperatorsHolding Tank Operation Exhaust SystemsVacuFlush Head Option Vent FilterInterval Required Inspection, Service MaintenanceSummary Guide for Inspection, Service and Maintenance Interval Summary Guide For Inspection, Service and MaintenanceUseful Service Information Bilge Area Inspection, Service and Maintenance ProtocolBoat Storage Winterization Checklist for Boats Stored on LandBatteryies Topside and SuppliesMiscellaneous Fitting Out After StorageFuel Systems Fuel SystemSecurity Considerations Power Steering System MaintenanceBoat Systems Quick Reference ChecklistBoarding the Boat General Starting the Engine Returning to Port General Quick Reference Checklist cont’d Departing GeneralIf the Engine Does Not Start Quick Reference Checklist cont’dSecuring the Boat After Market Equipment Checklist Maintenance Log Maintenance Log Cont’d Fiberglass & Gelcoat Paint Cleaning Agents & Other SubstancesCare & Refinishing Stains & ScratchesCanvas and Clear Vinyl Permanently Moored or Docked BoatsTopside Areas Acrylic Plastic Sheeting Plastic GlassInterior Upholstery Fabric Exterior Upholstery FabricThis Page Intentionally Left Blank Index Index Islander