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Outboard Jet Pre-Boating Checklist


Check Daily

Best Practice

Steering operates freely and is robust and in sound condition

Tilt Lock is unlocked

Outboard is securely attached to transom (bolted)


Throttle cable returns freely, no sign of wear on cables

Fuel Lines and Tanks – Well secured and in good condition with no leaks


Fuel lines in good repair, factory approved quick release.


Fuel filter is checked for water and contaminants


Fuel tank is strapped down or secured if possible


Fuel breather is opened prior to departure

If electric start, have an isolating switch


Seating is secured


Bow rope affixed 10 metres @12mm


After starting is water cooling tell tale operating

Duck bill bungs fitted or hand bailer in boat


Two paddles


First Aid Kit – as per the JBNZ Safey Handbook plus thermal blanket and safety matches or lighter


Two forms of communication on board – Handheld VHF, Cell or PLB


Collared PFD/Lifejacket is recommended. Check condition of all PFD/Lifejackets.


Hand or Foot air pump on board


Knife to be accessible to release ropes in an emergency


Fire Extinguisher affixed to inside transom 2.5l AFFF


JBNZ Registration affixed to boat and trailer


Boat Box onboard – contains spares such as Starter cord, water pump, impellor, impellor shims, main shaft nut, lock washers, keyway, puncture repair kit, zip ties, inflator adaptor, fire lighting kit, sticky tape



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