7.1.4 Stop of propulsion engines
Do not stop the engines immediately after a high-load operation, but let them run low (about 5 minutes) to balance the temperature differences.
The operations to be performed for engine stop are the following:
- Recall the throttle in central neutral position of the gear box;
- Press the START/STOP button;
- Disconnect magneto-thermal switches relevant to the engines start panel.
DANGERMake sure that the engines cannot be restarted by unauthorized staff.
NOTE
With the engines stopped, carry out the following operations:
- Disconnect all unnecessary electric uses and check the electrical panel as well as the indications of the voltmeters and ammeters.
- Check the switches of the bilge pumps and their correct operation.
- Close the fuel supply line.
- Close the saltwater supply line.
- Do the hour meter reading and perform preventive maintenance according to the maintenance schedule.
- Check for possible leaks.
- Rinse the yacht with fresh water.
- Connect the electric supply socket from shore.
- Keep the air extractors running until they automatically stop..