Outboard Jet Pre-Boating Checklist

Check Daily

Best Practice

Steering operates freely and is robust and in sound condition

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Tilt Lock is unlocked

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Outboard is securely attached to transom (bolted)

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Throttle cable returns freely, no sign of wear on cables

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

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Fuel lines in good repair, factory approved quick release.

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Fuel filter is checked for water and contaminants

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Fuel tank is strapped down or secured if possible

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Fuel breather is opened prior to departure

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If electric start, have an isolating switch

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Seating is secured

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Bow rope affixed 10 metres @12mm

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After starting is water cooling tell tale operating

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Duck bill bungs fitted or hand bailer in boat

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Two paddles

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

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

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

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Hand or Foot air pump on board

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Knife to be accessible to release ropes in an emergency

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Fire Extinguisher affixed to inside transom 2.5l AFFF

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JBNZ Registration affixed to boat and trailer

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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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