Section 8
Care and Maintenance
This section describes how to care and maintain your Nautique boat. Periodic inspection and maintenance of items listed in this section is absolutely necessary.
Winterization and some engine maintenance functions are best performed by your Nautique dealer. Some maintenance items that can be done by you or your dealer are listed below. We suggest that you familiarize yourself with these even if you have your dealer service your boat.
General Maintenance
1.Read engine operator and maintenance manual very carefully.
2.Check for fuel line leaks every time you use the boat.
3.DO NOT start your engine if gasoline odor is present. Gasoline fumes are highly explosive. Before starting your engine, open the engine cover, inspect the engine compartment for gasoline fumes and operate the blower for at least four minutes. Run your blower when operating at slow speeds. If fuel vapors are present, do not start the engine. Check all hoses and fittings to determine the source of the vapor. Make the necessary adjustments or take the boat to your local dealer to eliminate the fuel vapor.
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Fumes accumulating in bilge area present a fire or explosion hazard which could cause
death or severe injury. Ventilate the engine compartment by running the blower for four minutes, especially after repairing or refueling and check for fuel spills or leaks. If you smell gasoline vapor or see liquid gasoline, DO NOT start the engine.
