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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
Performance
Baja Marine
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Welcome
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Introduction
Service, Parts and Repair for Your Boat
Hull Identification Number HIN
Manufacturer’s Certification
About Your Express Limited Warranty
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Ignition Protection Breakers and/or Fuses
Speed changes you. TM
Safety Labels
Safety
Legally Mandated Minimum Required Equipment
Fire Extinguishing System
Carbon Monoxide
Carbon Monoxide Monitor
Lifesaving Equipment
Impaired Operation
Additional Recommended Equipment for Safe Operation
United States
Power Capacity
Load Capacity
Propellers
Maintain Control
Stability
Chart Your Course
Weather
General Considerations
Water Sports
Swimming
Skiing
General
Emergency Situations
Flooding, Swamping and Capsizing
Medical Emergency
Water Rescue
Fire
Propulsion, Control or Steering Failure
Safety Hotlines
Collisions and Leaking
Grounding
International Requirements
Environmental Considerations
Fuel and Oil Spillage
Waste Disposal
Wake/Wash
Excessive Noise
Nautical Terms
Key to Symbols on Controls & Prints
Baja Marine Corp
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Docking /Lifting /Trailering Passenger Locations
General Boat Arrangement
2 Hull
Propulsion System
Basic Boat Dimensions and Clearances Metric
General Deck Layout FIG
General Deck Layout
Power Trim Unit and Gauge
Description of Major Controls
Gear Shift and Throttle Control
Trim Tabs
Trailer Switch
Tachometer and Hour Meter
Ignition Shutdown Switch
Engine Alarm System
Important Gauges
Navigation and Anchor Lights
Oil Pressure, Water Temperature, Voltmeter and Fuel Gauges
Pre-Launch, Launch and Post- Launch Checklist
Using Your Boat
Fueling the Boat
Trailer Launching and Loading
Personal Flotation Devices
Boarding
Starting the Engine
Passenger Instruction and Location
Stopping the Engine
Shifting to Drive the Boat
Hydraulic Steering
Steering Systems
Power Steering System
Power Steering
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Drain Plug
Bilge & Underwater Gear
Bilge
Fuel & Oil Spillage
Vibration and Causes
Maintenance and Service
Engines and Stern Drive
Bilge Blowers
Impact to Stern Drive
Propeller Removal and Installation
Gear case
Fuel System
Fuel System
Anti-Siphon Valve Inboard/Outboard Engine Only
Fueling Precautions
Before and During Fueling Checklist
Static Electricity and the Fuel System
After Fueling Checklist
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Batteries
Electrical Systems
Electrical Systems
Direct Current DC
Electrolytic Corrosion & Zinc Anodes
Breakers and/or Fuses
Fuse Panel
Marine Electronic Cathodic Anti-corrosion System Mercathode
Ignition Switch
Drive Pump
Switch Panel Wire Information FIG
Switch Panel Wire Information FIG
Wire Schematic FIG
Gauge Panel Electrical Information FIG
Options & Accessories Locations
Options & Accessories
Automatic Fire Extinguisher System Option
Fire Extinguisher Port
Canvas
Horn
Canvas Care and Maintenance
Swim Platform w/ Ladder Optional
Depth Finder Optional
Requirements for Operators
Stereo System
Head Systems
Portable Self-Contained Head
Portable Head with Pump-Out
Exhaust Systems
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Required Inspection, Service Maintenance
Summary Guide for Inspection, Service and Maintenance
Interval
Interval
Summary Guide For Inspection, Service and Maintenance
Useful Service Information
Bilge Area
Inspection, Service and Maintenance Protocol
Boat Storage
Winterization Checklist for Boats Stored on Land
Batteryies
Topside and Supplies
Miscellaneous
Fitting Out After Storage
Fuel Systems
Fuel System
Security Considerations
Power Steering System Maintenance
Quick Reference Checklist
Boarding the Boat General
Boat Systems
Starting the Engine
Returning to Port General
Quick Reference Checklist cont’d Departing General
Quick Reference Checklist cont’d
Securing the Boat
If the Engine Does Not Start
After Market Equipment Checklist
Maintenance Log
Maintenance Log Cont’d
Fiberglass & Gelcoat
Paint Cleaning Agents & Other Substances
Care & Refinishing
Stains & Scratches
Canvas and Clear Vinyl
Permanently Moored or Docked Boats
Topside Areas
Acrylic Plastic Sheeting Plastic Glass
Interior Upholstery Fabric
Exterior Upholstery Fabric
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Index
Index Performance