Daily | Engine | Fuel Supply | Check fuel supply (try to keep tank full to minimize condensation). Use diesel No. 2 rating of 45 cetane or higher. | | Operator's Manual, p.12 | | | |
Daily | Engine | Fuel/Water Separator | Check for water and dirt in fuel (drain/replace filter if necessary). Use Racor W2010TMOR (Blue 10 micron filter). | | Operator's Manual, p.12 | Racor Model 500FG Information | Racor Model 500FG Specifications | Filter Replacement Procedure |
Daily | Engine | Engine Oil Level | Oil level should indicate between MAX and LOW on dipstick; The low oil pressure warning light will illuminate if pressure falls below 7 psi (If this happens, stop the engine immediately and check the cause of the oil pressure drop). Use 4 quarts API Spec CF or CG-4, SAE 30, 15W-40, 10W-30 or 5W-40. | | Operator's Manual, p.12 | Service Manual, p.49 | | |
Daily | Engine | Coolant Level | Check level at recovery tank; if empty, check at manifold; Add coolant if needed. Use 50/50 solution. 6 quarts capacity. | | Operator's Manual, p.12 | | | |
Daily | Engine | Drive Belt | Inspect for proper tension (3/8" to 1/2" depression) and adjust if needed; Check belt edges for wear. Use Universal Belt #30475." | | Operator's Manual, p.12 | Service Manual, p.45 | | |
Daily | Engine | Visual Inspection of Engine | Check for fuel, oil and water leaks; Inspect wiring and electrical connections; Keep bolts and nuts tight; Keep engine surface clean. | | Operator's Manual, p.12 | | | |
Daily | Engine | Adjust Engine Idle Speed | Adjust to 750-1200 rpm. | | Operator's Manual, p.12 | Service Manual, p.46 | | |
Periodic | Engine | Heat Exchanger Zinc Anode | Check anode monthly and clean or replace as needed; Open heat exchanger end cap and clean out debris. Use Universal zinc #11885 or West Marine #332155. | | Operator's Manual, p.13 | Service Manual, p.53 | | |
Periodic | Engine | Fuel System | Check fuel tank fittings and hose clamps. | Picture of fuel tank and fittings | C350 Owner's Manual, p.11 | | | |
Periodic | Engine | Tighten Bolts | Tighten all bolts and nuts to proper torque. | | C350 Owner's Manual, p.11 | Torque Specs | | |
Periodic | Engine | Exhaust System | Disassemble and inspect cooling system anti-siphon. | Picture of anti-siphon valve | C350 Owner's Manual, p.11 | Torque Specs | | |
Periodic | Engine | Engine Hoses | Hose should be hard and tight; Replace if soft or spongy; Check and tighten all hose clamps; Check at 50, 100, and every 250 hours. | | C350 Owner's Manual, p.13 | | | |
Periodic | Engine | PSS Shaft Seal | Inspect bellows on a regular basis (no less than at least every 6 months under most circumstances); Check for any signs of deterioration (cracks, splits, tears, brittleness, etc.); Upon any sign of deterioration the bellow must be replaced; If the boat sits idle for a long period of time (generally 3 months or more), it is necessary to move the carbon face back to allow a small amount of water to enter the boat. | | Operator's Manual, p.12 | Operator's Manual, p.17 | Westerbeke oil recommendations | |
Seasonal | Engine | Transmission Fluid | Initial fluid change at 50 hours, then every 250 hours or end of season. Use ATF - type A or Dextron - II or III. Capacity is 0.59 quarts. | | Operator's Manual, p.12 | Operator's Manual, p.35 | | |
Seasonal | Engine | Fuel Filters | Initial change at 50 hours, then change every 250 hours or end of season. Use Racor filter #W2010TMOR (Blue 10 micron filter). Use Universal fuel filter #298854. | | Operator's Manual, p.12 | Operator's Manual, p.20 | | |
Seasonal | Engine | Electric Fuel Lift Pump Filter | Clean at 50 hours, then clean every 250 hours or annually. Use Westerbeke P/N 48076 80 micron filter. | Picture of Filter | Operator's Manual, p.13 | | | |
Seasonal | Engine | photoLink resources/img_4327_edited.jpg | Clean the filter and element; Every 250 hours. | | Operator's Manual, p.12 | Operator's Manual, p.19 | | |
Seasonal | Engine | Raw Water Pump | Remove pump cover and inspect impeller for wear; replace if needed; Also replace gasket; Lubricate both when reassembled; Inspect pump for internal wear, cover plate wear and cam wear; Check at 250, then every 500 hours. Use Universal impeller kit #200175. | | Operator's Manual, p.13 | Service Manual, p.52 | | |
Seasonal | Engine | Key Switch | Lubricate panel key switch with "Lockeze" - At first 100 hours | then each year at winterizing." | | Operator's Manual, p.12 | | |
Seasonal | Engine | Shaft Alignment | Check gap between coupling flanges. | | C350 Owner's Manual, p.12 | Installation Manual, p.10 | | |
Seasonal | Engine | Clean Motor | Clean motor thoroughly. | | C350 Owner's Manual, p.12 | | | |
Seasonal | Engine | Fuel System | Inspect fuel system. | Picture of fuel tank and fittings | C350 Owner's Manual, p.12 | | | |
Seasonal | Engine | Tune Engine | Tune engine as per manufacturer's recommendations. | | C350 Owner's Manual, p.12 | | | |
Seasonal | Engine | Exhaust System | Check for leaks, or deterioration, insulation in place. | | C350 Owner's Manual, p.12 | | | |
Seasonal | Engine | Control Cables and Shutoff Levers | Throttle and transmission control cables and shutoff levers - Check for loose fittings, cotter pins, etc; Lubricate with WD-40 or equivalent; Check at 50, then every 250 hours. | | Operator's Manual, p.12 | Operator's Manual, p.27 | Operator's Manual, p.34 | |
Other | Engine | Exhaust System | Initial check at 50 hours, then every 500 hours; Inspect for leaks; Check siphon break operation; Check the exhaust elbow for carbon and/or corrosion buildup on inside passages; clean and replace as necessary; Check that all connections are tight. | Picture of anti-siphon valve | Operator's Manual, p.12 | C350 Owner's Manual, p.11 | | |
Other | Engine | DC Alternator | Check DC charge from alternator; Check mounting bracket; tighten electrical connections; Check at 250, then every 500 hours. | | Operator's Manual, p.13 | | | |
Other | Engine | Coolant System | Drain, flush and refill cooling system with appropriate antifreeze mix every 500 hours. 6 quarts capacity, use 50/50 solution. | | Operator's Manual, p.13 | | | |
Other | Engine | Starter Motor | Check solenoid and motor for corrosion; Remove and lubricate; Clean and lubricate the starter motor pinion drive; Every 500 hours. Universal recommends this service be performed by an authorized mechanic. | | Operator's Manual, p.13 | | | |
Other | Engine | Preheat Circuit | Check operation of preheat solenoid; Remove and clean glow plugs; check resistance (1.1-1.2 ohms); Every 500 hours. Universal recommends this service be performed by an authorized mechanic. | | Operator's Manual, p.13 | | | |
Other | Engine | Cylinder Compression and Valve Clearance | Check compression pressure and timing, and adjust valve clearances; Every 500 hours . Universal recommends this service be performed by an authorized mechanic. | | Operator's Manual, p.13 | | | |
Other | Engine | Fuel Injectors | Check and adjust injection opening pressure spray condition; 750 hours. Universal recommends this service be performed by an authorized mechanic. | | Operator's Manual, p.13 | | | |
Other | Engine | Heat Exchanger | Remove every 1000 hours for professional cleaning and pressure testing. Universal recommends this service be performed by an authorized mechanic. | | Operator's Manual, p.13 | | | |
Other | Engine | Engine Transmission Damper Plate | Chattering at idle and low rpms is an indication of damper plate wear; Remove and replace; 1000 hours. Universal recommends this service be performed by an authorized mechanic. | | Operator's Manual, p.13 | | | |
Other | Engine | Torque Cylinder Head Hold Down Bolts | At engine overhaul or cylinder head overhaul. Universal recommends this service be performed by an authorized mechanic. | | Operator's Manual, p.12 | | | |
Other | Engine | PSS Shaft Seal | As preventive maintenance the bellow should be replaced no less than every six (6) years, regardless of its apparent condition. | | C350 Owner's Manual, p.21 | | | |
Periodic | Rigging | Standing Rigging | Inspect chain plates, fastenings and bolts for leaks, replace sealant and tighten as necessary; Check turnbuckles and locking pins; Check rigging tune, rigging wire condition. | | C350 Owner's Manual, p.10 | | | |
Periodic | Rigging | Running Rigging | Inspect blocks, shackles, cotter pins monthly; Masthead fittings, halyard sheaves, etc., should be inspected, cleaned and lubricated periodically. | | C350 Owner's Manual, p.10 | C350 Owner's Manual, p.21 | | |
Periodic | Rigging | Winches | Winches turn freely, lubricate as per manufacturer's recommendations. | | Harken Winch Maintenance | West Marine "Servicing your Winches" | | |
Periodic | Rigging | Steering System | Check/oil sheave bearings monthly; Check nuts, bolts, clevis and cotter pins regularly. | Picture of sheaves | Schaefer Furlers Installation Instructions, p.25 | Schaefer Furler System 2100 Parts List | | |
Periodic | Rigging | Deck | Clean and wax gel coat surfaces as necessary; Stainless steel fittings such as pulpits and lifeline stanchions should be cleaned and waxed periodically. | | C350 Owner's Manual, p.11 | C350 Owner's Manual, p.21 | | |
Periodic | Rigging | Sails | Check sails frequently for any signs of wear and have any tears or frayed stitches repaired immediately. | | C350 Owner's Manual, p.22 | | | |
Periodic | Rigging | Canvas and Clear Vinyl | Canvas (Sunbrella® fabric) should be cleaned regularly and clear vinyl (Strataglass™) should be cleaned frequently and polished every 2 to 3 months (every 4 to 6 weeks in areas of high fallout) using products specified by manufacturer (see references). | | Sunbrella care and cleaning | Strataglass care and maintenance | | |
Seasonal | Rigging | Standing Rigging | Seasonal inspections: All chainplates and through bolts tight; Spreader tips and bases, and mast fittings OK; All shroud terminations and swedged fittings OK, check for cracks or corrosion; Gooseneck assembly and boom assembly OK; Mast, boom and spreaders cleaned and waxed; Turnbuckles (standing rigging) should be unscrewed from time to time (~every 3 months) in order that they do not seize; Inspect (every 6 months) all rigging parts, including turnbuckles, and replacement of standing rigging as required. | | C350 Owner's Manual, p.12 | C350 Owner's Manual, p.20 | | |
Seasonal | Rigging | Running Rigging | Mast head pins and sheaves turn freely; Halyards and shackles are in good condition. | | C350 Owner's Manual, p.12 | | | |
Seasonal | Rigging | Winches | Disassemble winches and lubricate bearings and pawls. | | C350 Owner's Manual, p.11 | Harken winch maintenance | West Marine | |
Seasonal | Rigging | Steering System | Check/oil wire rope and roller chain, inspect pedestal shaft bearings, and inspect system under strong load (hard over and full throttle) annually. | Photo of roller chain and pedestal shaft bearings | Edson Maintenance Guide | See Revision 10 | | |
Seasonal | Rigging | Windlass | Grease windlass, check gear box oil level, and spray underdeck components with WD-40 prior to season, six-monthly, and end of season. | Photo of windlass underdeck components | Maxwell Owners Manual, p.23 | | | |
Seasonal | Rigging | Deck | Seasonal inspections: Lifelines, pelican hooks, and stanchions all OK, all pins and fittings are secure, cotter rings taped; Turnbuckles, pelican hooks and connector loops OK, screw fittings checked for thread wear; Hatch gaskets and hold down fasteners OK | | C350 Owner's Manual, p.12 | | | |
Seasonal | Rigging | Hull | Bottom, keel and rudder condition of anti-fouling paint OK. | | C350 Owner's Manual, p.12 | | | |
Seasonal | Rigging | Ground Tackle | At least once a year, hose clean ground tackle and locker; Inspect rope, chain, shackles, swivels and anchor; Replace safety ties as needed; Verify bitter end is secured. | | | | | |
Other | Rigging | Windlass Gearbox | Every 3 years the gearbox should be removed, oil drained, cleaned and oil replaced with SAE 90. | Photo of windlass underdeck components | Maxwell Owners Manual, p.23 | | | |
Daily | Electrical | Batteries | Check that batteries are charged or charging properly. | | Operator's Manual, p.12 | Chapman, 64th Edition, p.653 | | |
Periodic | Electrical | Batteries | Every 50 operating hours or every 2 weeks, whichever comes first: Check electrolyte levels and make sure connections are clean and tight; Be sure tie downs are fastened securely; Check periodically for any cracks or breaks in the case or cover and any cracks in the sealing compound; Check that all battery cells keep an even fluid level and that the fluid is about 3/8" above the top of the separators; Keep battery connections clean and tight " | | Operator's Manual, p.12 | C350 Owner's Manual, p.34 | Chapman, 64th Edition, p.653 | See Revision 1 |
Periodic | Electrical | GFCI Outlets | Ground Fault Interrupter Circuit should be tested regularly (by pushing the TEST/RESET buttons). | | C350 Owner's Manual, p.40 | | | |
Periodic | Electrical | Shaft Zinc | Inspect shaft zinc periodically and replace as needed. Use Camp ZPC-1, ZPC-2 or ZPC-3. | | | | | |
Seasonal | Electrical | Connections | Inspect and coat electrical system connections, battery tie downs and terminal connectors to prevent corrosion; Check all connections at least once a year for corrosion, loose fittings, etc. | | C350 Owner's Manual, p.12 | C350 Owner's Manual, p.35 | | |
Periodic | Plumbing | Bilge Pump | Periodically check manual bilge pump pick-up screen and clear of debris. | | C350 Owner's Manual, p.47 | | | |
Periodic | Plumbing | Seacocks | Operate seacock valves at least once a month to keep the seals lubricated; Swab the valves with waterproof grease twice yearly. | | C350 Owner's Manual, p.47 | Forespar Tech Tip - Valve Maintenance | Forespar Tech Tip - Valve Lubrication | |
Periodic | Plumbing | Water Heater | Check heat exchanger lines for leaks at regular intervals (from engine coolant system); A leak in the system will cause coolant loss and may damage engine; Flush tank periodically to help prevent buildup of deposits. | Photo of water heater | Seaward Owner's Manual, p.2 | Parts List/Exploded View | | |
Seasonal | Plumbing | Fresh Water System | Drain and flush the fresh water system every season; Depending on use and the environment the system is subject to, sanitizing is recommended prior to storing and before using the water system after a period of storage. | | C350 Owner's Manual, p.12 | SHURflo Pump Manual (Sanitizing Procedure) | SHURflo Pump Manual (Pump Illustration) | |
Seasonal | Plumbing | Head | Check head and anti-siphon valve in toilet. Use Forespar anti-siphon valve model #MF843 (5/8")." | | C350 Owner's Manual, p.12 | Exploded view of WC Newport Toilet | | |
Seasonal | Plumbing | Fresh Water Pump | Clean out the 50 mesh in-line pump strainer (The manual does not contain this requirement, but it seems like a good idea to clean out the strainer). | Picture of pump | SHURflo Pump Manual (Pump Illustration) | | | |
Periodic | Propane | Check for Leaks | Test system for leakage at least twice a month and after any emergency in accordance with the following procedure (see reference). | | Seaward Owner's Manual - Gas Operated Stoves, p.8 | | | |
Periodic | HVAC | Water Strainer | Clean and inspect the water strainer (if installed). | | | Diagram & Specifications | | |
Periodic | HVAC | Air Filter | Clean and inspect the return air filter. | | | Diagram & Specifications | | |
Periodic | HVAC | Condensate Drain | Check condensate drain for obstruction. | | | Diagram & Specifications | | |
Periodic | HVAC | Evaporators | Visually inspect evaporators for restriction. | | | Diagram & Specifications | | |
Periodic | HVAC | Electrical Connections | Ensure proper tightening of all electrical connections and hose clamps. | | | Diagram & Specifications | | |
Seasonal | Refrigeration | Evaporators | Wash the evaporator occasionally and again before winter storage (use a mild detergent such as Joy or Ivory) | Picture of condensing unit | Operating Manual, p.27 | | | |
Seasonal | Refrigeration | Air Condenser | The air condenser (the radiator-like object on the condensing unit) can get clogged with dirt and should be carefully vacuumed seasonally with a soft brush attachment. | Picture of condensing unit | Operating Manual, p.27 | | | |
Daily | Safety | PFD's | Check before each outing that the required number and type of PFDs are onboard and in good condition; Check the status of the CO2 cylinder and inflator mechanism on inflatable PFDs. | | | SOSpenders Owner's Manual, p.6 | AirForce Owner's Manual, p.13 | |
Periodic | Safety | PFD's | Perform leak test on inflatable PFDs at least every 2 months. | | SOSpenders Owner's Manual, p.6 | AirForce Owner's Manual, p.13 | | |
Periodic | Safety | Fire Extinguishers | At least once a month, check that the extinguisher is charged, the lock pin is firmly in place, and there is no corrosion or mechanical damage. | | | | | |
Seasonal | Safety | PFD's | Check at least once a year for mildew, loose straps or broken zippers; Replace automatic inflator bobbins on inflatable PFDs. | | SOSpenders Owner's Manual, p.12 | AirForce Owner's Manual, p.15 | | |
Periodic | Plumbing | Automatic Bilge Pump | Check automatic operation of bilge pump. Clear any debris from bilge that might interfere with the operation of the float switch or bilge pump. | Photo of bilge pump and float switch | | | | |