Monthly Archives: February 2018
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- February 18, 2018
If your boat’s engine or generator is raw-water-cooled, then you are aware that your marine raw water pump is an all-too-common source of trouble. Blockage in the cooling system or a failure of the pump can cause major damage to a raw-water-cooled engine.
Without enough cooling, the engine can overheat and you can damage it permanently. Proper maintenance of the raw water pump now can help you to avoid a mountain of headaches with your boat in the future!
The Source of Trouble in Your Boat’s Engine Room
If you are not getting water flow to cool your engine, then there are several things you want to check. You should always run your engine and water pump with an available water source feeding your cooling system; do NOT run your water pump dry. First, if the pump is belt-driven, you should observe whether the pump pulley is turning when you run the engine. If the pulley is not turning, you may need to tighten or replace the drive belt. Another possibility could be your pump shaft has become
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- February 02, 2018
Your marine generator is one of the most expensive and most sensitive pieces of boat equipment on board. Proper maintenance is critical for ensuring a long life and excellent performance for your marine generator. Whether your generator uses gasoline or diesel fuel or the generator brand is Kohler, Westerbeke, or Onan, some startup maintenance steps are universal. Following these guidelines will help you maximize your generator’s ability to do its job.
Your Marine Generator Pre-Startup Checklist
Is your marine generator running poorly? Check these 12 critical components prior to startup to ensure your generator is running at peak performance.
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[caption id="attachment_399" align="alignright" width="150"] A raw water strainer with a clear bowl can be quickly inspected for debris or dirt.[/caption]
Raw water strainer – You can inspect the raw water strainer through the glass to make sure the water inside is clean and clear. Check for any debris that you may need to clear too. If you need
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