Section 8 • Required Inspection, Service, &
Maintenance
Quick Reference Checklist (cont’d)
C.Departing
General |
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1. | Passengers/Crew | Safely seated with PFDs on or immediately accessible |
2. | Lines, Fenders and Anchor | Stowed |
Boat Systems |
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1. | Trim Tabs | Bring boat to “on plane” – Adjust as necessary |
2. | Navigation Lights | On at night or in reduced visibility |
Engine |
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1. | Tachometers | Engines operating in safe RPM range |
2. | Engine Gauges | Continually monitor |
3. | Engine Operation | Check idle and shift. Listen for abnormal noises and |
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| visually check the engine compartment. |
D. Returning to Port |
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General |
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1. | Passengers/Crew | Instructed in duties for line handling |
2. | Lines and Fenders | Ready for use |
Boat Systems |
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1. | Navigation Lights | Turned OFF when secured |
2. | Anchor Light | ON if necessary |
3. | Bilge/Engine Compartment | “Sniff” the bilge/engine compartment for fuel odor. |
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| Run the bilge blowers if necessary. Check for water in |
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| bilge. Run bilge pumps if necessary |
Engine |
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1. | Gearshift & Throttle Controls | Bring to NEUTRAL and IDLE positions |
2. | Tachometers | Idle the engines for five (5) minutes to cool down |
8.10 | 202 Islander® |
