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Owner’s Manual Page 76Operation - Section D

Operation

D - 1 PRE-CRUISE INSPECTION

This boat may exceed the performance of

other boats you may have driven in the past.

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boat.

The pre-cruise inspection is very important

before operating the boat. Bring all safety

equipment required by local laws. Perform

a pre-cruise inspection before each ride to

detect potential problems during operation.

The pre-cruise inspection can help you

monitor wear and deterioration before

they become a problem. Correct any prob-

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rized Scarab dealer if necessary.

Note: Pre-cruise inspection should be conducted

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A. Before Starting the Engine

1. Inspect the hull for damage. Clean as required.

Excessive dirt or marine growth will effect your

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2. Inspect jet pump water intakes. Remove any

blockages.

3. If your boat has been out of the water, check to

see that all bilge water has drained out. Install hull

drain plugs.

4. Check all deck hardware to include tower and

bimini top (if applicable) for serviceability. Tighten

fasteners as needed.

5. Open engine compartment. Inspect for fuel odors

and visible leaks in the fuel, oil, coolant, and

exhaust systems. Visually inspect engine(s) for

cracked hose, defective belts, or other signs of

potential engine problems. If problem exists con-

tact your Scarab dealer immediately. Do not start

engine until issue is corrected. Check engine oil,

coolant and battery water levels. Check battery

electrolyte range.

6. If your boat has been in the water, Check the

bilge water level and bilge pump operation. Run

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7. Oper ate the bilge blower for at least four (4) min-

utes before engine start-up. Check the blower

output.

Gasoline vapors can explode resulting injury or

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engine compartment bilge for gasoline or

vapors. Operate blower for four minutes, and

verify blower operation. ALWAYS run the blow-

er when the vessel is operating below cruising

speed.

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slightly less than capacity. Allow for fuel expan-

sion.

9. Check the operation of the electrical system and

navigation lights.

10. Check operation of steering system, control lever

and operation of horn.

11. Be sure all necessary safety equipment is on

board and in good working condition. Examples

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along extra drinking water.

12. Check that other important equipment is on board.

Examples include mooring lines, anchor and line,

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13. Make sure passengers and crew know what to

do in case of an emergency and how to operate

safety equipment.

14. Always keep accurate up-to-date charts of your

boating area on board. Make sure navigational

equipment is on board and functioning properly.

15. Make sure all required documents are on board.

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ashore.

17. Keep an eye on the weather. Get a current

weather report. Determine if the cruise planned

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