The ship operations questions!?
I recently bought an 81 Marquis with UA / or Mercruiser engine. My question, however, is what is the fan, bilge pump, and cut out for, how and when to use, and for how long? Yes, I have taken the safety course navigator and so on, I waiting for some detailed answers before making out with someone who already knows how to drive it. In other words, do not want to go into it blindfolded. Thank you!
It's good to have someone ask who recognizes him and calls out before pulling up at a boat ramp with no idea how to operate the boat. I'm glad you've chosen wisely to seek help in this area, navigation is fun, but many also serious business. Word of advice, a clueless / ignorant boat operator is dangerous. They are prone to boating accidents and also have a high probability of causing costly damage (+ $ 1,000) navigation or depth error (your boat propeller hits the bottom). 1. Seek help from friends who are experienced sailors, if you can arrange one to come with you the first or second time you go to water, to help you much. 2. Know your boat as you know. Study and learn all about him, from the trailer and centers for the instrument panel on the boat. Everything is important know. 3. Finding a good reputation workshop Mercury service you prefer and get as much information as possible about the maintenance of your boat needs. 4. Packaging for winter is not an option for inboard or I / O, should be the end of the boating season, before the first freeze. Otherwise, it will engine cracks because no winter. The replacement cost can cost nearly $ 4,000 to $ 9,000, depending on model and year. As for the details of the turbine, bilge pump, and seat. blower should turn on after feeding of 2 to 4 minutes. There he ran ahead of a cold start (turn on the boat in the water for the first time) 2 to 4 minutes. Always open the engine compartment and inspect the engine and electrical system, while for the fumes of strong-smelling gas. If gas vapors A strong smelling, not starting the engine. If the fan does not eliminate the vapors, the waves in search of help for a trailer or rowing to shore. It only takes a spark to ignite the compartment engine into a bomb or fire. Must be in when running without steam after more than 2 minutes. The blower should be eligible for 1 minute before starting the engine if the engine has been sitting in front of more than 5 minutes. Then, later, the fan must remain at the pumps for 1 or 2 minutes. Most bilge general, have only one on / off selection. The usual procedure is about 5 times every time someone comes into the boat of water, which in turn on the bilge pump 2 to 3 seconds. If you do not hear the water coming out as a facet of the bilge pump 3 seconds, turn it off. As for the upholstery, which is something we're going to have to think for yourself. No way right exact handling during loading and unloading of a ship, or manuvering, but there are plenty of ways to do evil. That's why we recommend you bring a friend with you that is an experienced sailor. It can guide you through the process in person, which is much easier than trying to communicate with reading or telephone. How do I know, I am a 28 year old who owns a 1985 16 foot bowrider with 140 Mercrusier that has been doing this for 17 years.
Bilge Pump, Boathook, or Water Cannon?
