OPERATING YOUR BOAT
Breakdowns and Remedies
If something on board is not working, do not hesitate to call our
breakdown service. However, there are some small incidents
which you may be able to solve yourself. The following is a list of
the most frequent problems and the appropriate remedies.
The engine will not turn over Check the battery cut-off
switch.
The engine turns over but
will not start
Re-start the pre-heating
procedure.
Push back the
engine stop handle.
After starting the engine
the alternator warning
light stays on
Accelerate and the light
should go out.
The engine is overheating
Check that water is coming
out of the exhaust pipe.
Some of the electrics
don’t work
Start the motor to recharge
the batteries and try again.
Check fuses or circuit
breakers.
None of the electric
systems work
Check the volt metre.
Check the battery cut-off
switch.
The water level in the bilge
is higher than it should be
The toilet water pump
is not working
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Check that the bilge pump is
working properly by turning
it on manually.
If the bowl is empty, fill it up
with the shower or a bucket
and pump vigorously.
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