Baja Marine 23 manual Using Your Boat, Pre-Launch, Launch and Post- Launch Checklist

Section 3 • Using Your Boat

1.Pre-Launch, Launch and Post- Launch Checklist

Listed below are the critical items you must check and do each time you use your boat. It does not list all of the necessary maintenance and service items required to keep your boat running properly. These other items are found in Section 8.

Before Launch

Drain plug installed

Enough fuel for trip

Float plan given to friend or relative

Navigation charts for trip

Weather forecast - safe

In the Water, Before Boarding Passengers or Starting Engine

Stern drive down

Equipment stored and balanced

No gas smell in engine compartment

Engine oil and steering fluid levels - OK

Battery switch on

Bilge pump working

Bilge blower on

Radio and navigation equipment functioning

Passengers

Wearing PFDs

Seated properly

Given safety instructions

Starting Engine

Make sure you have read and understand the dangers of Carbon Monoxide (CO) information in this manual.

Bilge blower on for at least four (4) minutes. Feel

to confirm airflow at hull vent on hull side. Inspect bilge area for visual and odor confirmation that there are no fuel leaks.

Throttle-only position, handle pumped before starting, if necessary.

Oil pressure, engine temperature, voltage - OK after starting and warm up.

Underway

Gradual acceleration and deceleration and turning.

Aware of surroundings at all times.

Operate so as to prevent buildup of Carbon Monoxide (CO)

Monitor weather

Use navigational aids in water and on shore

Keep passengers safe

Check fuel consumption regularly

Check all gauges frequently

End of Trip

Equipment dry and stored.

Electronic equipment and switches off.

Battery switch off.

Stern drive in trailering position.

Notify person who had float plan.

Boat covered properly for trailering, docking or mooring.

Drain plug removed.

Hull and propeller inspected for damage.

!WARNING

An improper trailer can cause structural damage to the hull.

A damaged hull can be unsafe; it could cause the boat to sink.

Use a trailer that can properly support the boat’s weight and shape. Get professional help in picking the right trailer for your boat.

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