4.3.3 Checking the oil level Make sure the boat is on float or kept on a level surface. A dipstick is provided on the crank case near to the oil filter assembly (figure 4.8). Check the oil level using the oil dipstick. Safe oil level range is marked on the dipstick bottom (figure 4.9). If the oil level is in between the high level and low level area, then the oil is at the proper level for engine operation. (figure 4.10) If necessary, top up the oil through the oil filling port. Do not overfill.
DIPSTICK Figure 4.8 Oil dipstick H H H OK OK L L L OK Figure 4.9 Figure 4.10 Immediately clean up any oil spillage to avoid personal injury CAUTION 4.3.4 After an extended storage If an engine is non-operational for an extended period of time (fishing off season for example) may accumulate water in the oil pan and internal surfaces of the engine through normal condensation of high humid air. Water mixed lube oil cannot provide adequate bearing protection at engine startup and operation. For this reason, the company recommends replacing the engine oil with filters after extended storage.
The lubricating oil film on the rotating parts and bearings of an engine (which has been in storage for six months or more), may be insufficient when the engine is started for the first time 15