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8. ENGINE
Regular maintenance must be carried out in accordance with the engineer's recommendations.
Read carefully the engine operating instructions that come with the boat. Do not hesitate to
consult your agent or a qualified professional.
In particular, follow the instructions for wintering.
In the absence of other instructions, proceed as follows:
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Close the engine water intake seacock,
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Disconnect the pipe from the engine water intake seacock,
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Drain the sea-water circuit,
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Place the pipe into a drum of -25° anti-freeze coolant,
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Run the engine until the fluid comes out of the exhaust,
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At the end of this operation, re-connect the pipe to the seacock,
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Attach a notice to the electrical panel and the battery isolator to the effect
that the engine water intake seacock is closed.
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Do not use sail and engine if the heel angle is more than 10°
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Any engine change must respect the capacities of the boat and be performed by an
engineer specializing in marine mechanics.
8.1. Launching the boat / settings
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Ensure that the cooling circuit water intake seacock is open, and that water is coming
out of the engine exhaust.
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Boats fitted with rotating seal stern gland: bleed the air from the gland after each
launch.
Regularly check the condition of the anodes and ensure that they are suitable for the
boat's environment (fresh water, salt water).
8.2. Exhaust gas emission
Internal combustion engines produce carbon monoxide. Prolonged exposure to exhaust
gasses can have serious consequences, and may even cause death.
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