Storage
The boat must be inhibited to prevent damage to the engine and other equipment if the boat is not used for two
months or more. It is important that this is done in the correct manner, and nothing is forgotten. For this reason,
we have compiled a check list of the most important points.
Before the boat is taken out of service for a long period of time, an authorised Volvo Penta workshop should look
over the engine and other equipment. Have any faults and deficiencies attended to, so that the equipment is in
order, ready for the next start.
CAUTION!
Read the chapter on Maintenance before starting work. It contains instructions on how to carry out maintenance
and service operations in a safe and technical correct manner.
Some conservation oils are flammable. Some are also dangerous to breathe. Ensure good ventilation. Use a face
mask when spraying.
IMPORTANT:
When cleaning with a high pressure washer, make sure to never aim the water jet at seals, rubber hoses or
electrical components. Never use a high pressure washer for engine cleaning.
Inhibiting
• Warm the engine up to normal operating
temperature and check that the oil level in the
reverse gear reaches the MAX mark on the
dipstick. Stop the engine.
• Max 8 month’s stoppage:
Change the oil and oil filter on the engine, then
warm it up afterwards.
More than 8 month’s stoppage:
Conserve the lubrication and fuel systems with
conservation oil. Please refer to “Conservation of
the lubrication and fuel systems for more than 8
months’ stoppage”.
• Check that the coolant offers sufficient frost
protection. Top up as necessary.
Alternatively, you can drain the coolant (also drain
the coolant filter).
• Close the sea cock and drain the water from the
seawater system.
• Remove the impeller from the seawater pump.
Store the impeller in a sealed plastic bag, in a cool
place.
• Drain any water and contamination from the fuel
filters and fuel tank. Fill the fuel tank completely, to
avoid condensation.
• Disconnect the battery cables, clean and charge
the batteries. Trickle charge the batteries while the
boat is laid up. A poorly charged battery can
freeze and burst.
• Clean the outside of the engine. Do not use a high
pressure washer for engine cleaning. Touch up
paint damage with Volvo Penta original paint.
• Check and rust-proof any control cables.
• Put a note on the engine with the date, type of
conservation and the conservation oil used.
• Cover over the engine air inlet, exhaust opening
and engine if necessary.
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