Nautique 100077, V-Drive, 216, 200 manual Care and Maintenance

Care and Maintenance

4.Flush the engine with fresh water after each use. See Freshwater Flushing Kit - Optional on page 8-9 for more information.

5.Correct Craft, the manufacturer of Nautique boats, applies dielectric grease to the battery connections at the factory. Reapply if these connections are serviced.

6.The steering tube is equipped with a grease fitting. Lubricate the tube with a marine grade, waterproof grease every 100 hours of use or once a year, whichever comes first. Do not over- grease the steering tube. Over-greasing can cause damage to the wiper seal and allow the excess grease to leak and expose the steering rod to moisture and corrosion.

7.Wax the hull at least once a year with a UV wax. Rotate the boat during outside storage every 6 months for even color blending.

8.Apply a rust corrosion protection spray such as Boeshield T-9®to the engine and bilge components (electrical connections, pumps, etc.) once a month or more frequently depending on exposure. Turn the engine off and ensure that the engine and all components are cool and dry before application. Follow all manufacturer’s insturctions when applying the product.

Battery Maintenance

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Explosion or fire hazard from vented fumes can cause death or serious injury.

•Wear eye protection and rubber gloves when working on or around batteries.

•DO NOT charge or use a battery booster to start your engine.

•Charge the battery outside of the boat.

•DO NOT smoke or bring a flame near a battery at any time.

•DO NOT have your head directly above a battery when making or breaking electrical connections.

•DO NOT use a metal object to spark between battery posts to check if the battery is charged.

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