Baja Marine 20 manual Bilge & Underwater Gear, Fuel & Oil Spillage, Drain Plug, Bilge Pumps

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Section 4 • Bilge & Underwater Gear

1.Bilge

A.Fuel & Oil Spillage

Regulations prohibit discharging fuel or oily waste in navigable waters. Discharge is defined as any action which causes a film, sheen or discoloration on the water surface, or causes a sludge or emulsion beneath the water surface. A common violation is bilge discharge. Use rags or sponges to soak up fuel or oily waste, then dispose of it properly ashore. If there is much fuel or oil in the bilge, contact a knowledgeable marine service to remove it. Never pump contaminated bilge overboard.

Fill fuel tank less than rated capacity. Allow for fuel expansion.

B.Drain Plug

The bottom of the engine compartment is called the “bilge”. It is the lowest and inner part of the hull. Water and other liquids will collect here.

After removing your boat from the water, unthread the drain plug to drain the bilge (Figure 4.1.1).

!DANGER

Install and tighten drain plug before launching boat.

Boat will sink if drain plug is not in place and tight.

C.Bilge Pumps

!WARNING

Sinking Hazard – Ensure the bilge pumps are operating properly.

!CAUTION

Run bilge pumps in the manual position only as long as necessary to remove water. Running bilge pumps dry can damage the pump motor.

A bilge pump and float switch are located in the bottom of the bilge (Figure 4.1.2). The bilge pump is manually activated from the switch panel located on the helm.

Bilge Pump and Float Switch

(Fig 4.1.2)

Bilge Pump

Float Switch

Drain Plug

(Fig 4.1.1)

Transom/hull cut- away view

Garboard

Drain

Urethane Caulk

Garboard

Drain Plug

Before starting the engine, press the bilge pump switch so that the switch light comes ON. Make sure the pump is working by opening the engine compartment, listening to hear the pump running and check to see that liquid is being pumped out from the hull discharge. If the bilge has more liquid than normal, see Maintenance Section for locating and correcting the problem.

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Contents Baja Marine OutlawFor information call 1-865-971-6270 or fax Welcome This page intentionally left blank Introduction HIN Number Hull Identification Number HINAbout Your Express Limited Warranty Iii Ignition Protection Breakers and/or Fuses Speed changes you. TM Safety Safety LabelsCarbon Monoxide Legally Mandated Minimum Required EquipmentFire Extinguishing System Carbon Monoxide Monitor Lifesaving Equipment Additional Recommended Equipment for Safe Operation Impaired OperationPropellers Power CapacityLoad Capacity Stability Maintain ControlGeneral Considerations Chart Your CourseWeather Skiing Water SportsSwimming Emergency Situations GeneralMedical Emergency Water RescueFire Flooding, Swamping and CapsizingSafety Hotlines Collisions and LeakingGrounding Propulsion, Control or Steering FailureFuel and Oil Spillage International RequirementsEnvironmental Considerations Excessive Noise Waste DisposalWake/Wash Nautical Terms Key to Symbols on Controls & Prints Only w/ fire port This Page Intentionally Left Blank General Boat Arrangement Docking /Lifting /Trailering Passenger Locations204 Basic Boat Dimensions and Clearances Metric Propulsion SystemGeneral Deck Layout Gear Shift and Throttle Control Power Trim Unit and GaugeDescription of Major Controls Trailer Switch Trim TabsIgnition Shutdown Switch Engine Alarm SystemImportant Gauges Tachometer and Hour MeterOil Pressure, Water Temperature, Voltmeter and Fuel Gauges Navigation and Anchor LightsUsing Your Boat Pre-Launch, Launch and Post- Launch ChecklistTrailer Launching and Loading Fueling the BoatBoarding Personal Flotation DevicesPassenger Instruction and Location Starting the EngineShifting to Drive the Boat Stopping the EngineSteering Systems Hydraulic SteeringPower Steering Power Steering SystemBilge & Underwater Gear BilgeFuel & Oil Spillage Drain PlugMaintenance and Service Engines and Stern DriveBilge Blowers Vibration and CausesPropeller Removal and Installation Impact to Stern DriveGear 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 Electrical Systems Electrical SystemsDirect Current DC BatteriesFuse 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 DC Wiring Information FIG Switch Panel Wiring Information FIG Options & Accessories Options & Accessories LocationsAutomatic Fire Extinguisher Canvas Care and Maintenance CanvasHorn Swim Platform w/ Ladder OptionalDepth Finder Optional Exhaust Systems Stereo SystemInterval Required Inspection, Service MaintenanceSummary Guide for Inspection, Service and Maintenance Summary Guide For Inspection, Service and Maintenance IntervalUseful Service Information Inspection, Service and Maintenance Protocol Bilge AreaWinterization Checklist for Boats Stored on Land BatteryiesTopside and Supplies Boat StorageFitting Out After Storage Fuel SystemsFuel System MiscellaneousPower Steering System Maintenance Security ConsiderationsBoat Systems Quick Reference ChecklistBoarding the Boat General Starting the Engine Quick Reference Checklist cont’d Departing General Returning to Port GeneralIf the Engine Does Not Start Quick Reference Checklist cont’dSecuring the Boat After Market Equipment Checklist Maintenance Log Maintenance Log Cont’d Paint Cleaning Agents & Other Substances Care & RefinishingStains & Scratches Fiberglass & GelcoatPermanently Moored or Docked Boats Topside AreasAcrylic Plastic Sheeting Plastic Glass Canvas and Clear VinylExterior Upholstery Fabric Interior Upholstery FabricThis Page Intentionally Left Blank Index Index Outlaw