Troubleshooting

1. Is the safety lanyard (kill switch) attached to the engine or throttle control? If not, attach it.

2. Check that the throttle or shift lever is in the center "neutral" position.

3. Is the primer bulb or fuel tank flat/compressed? Check that the vent on the top of the fuel tank cap is turned all the way left to the open position. If just the just bulb is compressed, check the fuel line connection as mentioned above.

4. Is the primer bulb firm? If not, inspect the connection from the gas tank to the fuel line to ensure it is clipped on, remove and reattach the fuel line to the tank if neceessary (you should feel it click into place).

5. Is the fuel level low? If so, it's possible the engine is pulling air and stalling as a result. Aquire a new tank of gas and prime the bulb until firm.

6. Are the battery terminals tight? Visually inspect the battery/ cable connections and wiggle the wire to see if there is any movement. If you have an ajustable wrench or multi tool, carefully tighten the nuts on the batter one at a time being careful to never touch both + and - at the same time.

1. Determine the source of the leak

2. If it's coming from the gas tank itself, ensure the vent is open and release pressure by carefully unscrewing the gas cap. Re-tighten the cap and monitor the tank for further leaks

3. If the leak is detected on the fuel line, please shut off your engine and radio VHF channel 74 to inform the maintenance department. This can generally be fixed without coming back to the dock.

4. If the leak source is unidentifiable or on the engine body, please turn off your engine and radio to 74 for assistance.

Is the fuel tank empty?

Is the primer bulb firm? If not, check the fuel line/ tank connection

Is the motor stalling only when put into gear? If so, turn off the engine and tilt up to reveal the tangled line in your propellor.

1. Is the primer bulb or fuel tank flat/compressed? Check that the vent on the top of the fuel tank cap is turned all the way left to the open position. If just the just bulb is compressed, check the fuel line connection on the gas tank.

2. Is the fuel level low? If so, it's possible the engine is pulling air and stalling as a result. Aquire a new tank of gas and prime the bulb until firm.

3. If this doesnt solve the probem fill out a maintenance request form specifying the boat name and issue. Please include the conditions under which the problem happens (for example, after the boat has been running for one hour).

We have many extra lanyards in the shop. Please make note of the type of boat you're in as well as the horsepower. Stop by the shop and we'll give you a new lanyard for imediate use.

1. If you went down to your boat and it was noticibly low on air, come to the shop and we will give you an air pump. Please fill out a maintenance request form with the inflatible's name and we'll patch the tube at the end of programs.

2. If you mistakenly punctured the rib, don't worry, it's fixable. Make note of the puncture location and submit a maintenance request. Please include the name of the rib in your request.

If you notice a problem with your dock, it;s most likely something maintenance will need to fix. If the problem poses a danger to students call VHF channel 74 so we can fix it immediatly. If the problem doesn't pose any safety hazards, fill out a maintenance request form. On the form please specify the problem and its exact location.