Malibu Boats Sportster Series Owner's Manual

Malibu Boats Sportster Series Owner's Manual Manual pdf 61 page image

4-5• Add or remove fluid as necessary to maintain the level at the mark. Use onlyrecommended automotive transmission fluid. You will find recommended fluidtypes in your Indmar Owner’s Manual.Rudder Stuffing BoxThe rudder stuffing box has a grease nipple and should be checked and lubricatedannually. The rudder stuffing box is accessed through the rear center access panel directlybelow the fuel tank. Use only a marine grade, waterproof grease.Shaft PackingLocated in the bilge, under the rear center access panel, is the shaft packing. The shaftpacking is a seal where the prop shaft goes through the hull of the boat. This seal shouldbe checked and tightened periodically. Please note that it is normal for a small amount ofleakage to occur from this seal. It should leak at the rate of about one drop every tenseconds.Fuel SystemFuel Shutoff ValveThe Fuel Shutoff Valve is located on the top of all fuel tanks and isaccessed through the aft storage compartment. The valve is used toprevent fuel from reaching the engine. It is recommended that thesevalves be closed during long periods of inactivity or storage. Pleasenote where the location of your Fuel Shutoff Valve is on yourparticular boat.Since Fuel Shutoff Valves are located in the storagecompartment, the valve can be inadvertently closed bystowed equipment. If your boat should suddenly loose power,check the valve to ensure that the valve is in the ON position(in line with the fuel hose).Fuel FilterA fuel filter is located 6 to 12 inches from the fuel pickup above the fuel tank. The filteris used to remove debris from the fuel being sent to the engine. The filter should bechanged after each season of boat use. Often the fuels used at local marinas will have aconsiderable amount of debris in it and could eventually cause your engine to runerratically. See your Local Malibu dealer for servicing.HosesFuel lines, vent hoses, and drain hoses should be checked frequently for leaks. If this isoccurring around the fitting, tightening of the hose clamps may be all that is necessary.However, if the leak continues, replace the hose immediately to prevent a build-up offluids or gases. Surface cracking on hoses indicates wear, and replacement isrecommended. Use fuel system parts certified for marine use only. Do not substitute withautomotive parts.WarningKC-1003.1Figure 4-2.Fuel Shutoff Valve