J/Boats J/109 Owner's Manual - page 46
J/109 OWNER GUIDE
46
Annual Maintenance Checklist
Running Rigging
___ Check running rigging lines for wear at splice, turning blocks,
etc.
___ Inspect blocks and shackles for wear . Clean and lubricate
or replace as necessary.
___ Service winches, check for free spinning operation(bearings)
and ratchet stop action(pawls).
Deck Hardware
___ Check lifeline integrity, stanchion, and rail attachment to
deck.
___ Check all cleats for signs of fatigue. Tighten fasteners or
replace as required.
Steering System
___ Consult Edson maintenance guide.
___ Check rudder for impact damage or cracks.
___ Check rudder post play in bearing tube.
Thru Hull And Seacocks
___ Check seacock integrity, operation, and watertightness.
Replace, reassemble, and lubricate as required.
___ Check hose attachment and clamps.
Electrical
___ Disconnect power source when making repairs or
adjustments to electrical systems.
___ Check battery charge, terminal connections.
___ Check electrical panel, breakers, and switch condition and
operation; tightness of wire connections.
___ Check running light operation.
___ Check ground wire attachment to keel, mast step, thru hulls,
and engine.
___ Check seal of electrical solenoid valve and ensure it closes
when switched to “OFF” position.
Mechanical Systems
___ Check stove fuel system, hoses, clamps, and shut-offs.
Engine & Drive Train System
___ Read engine owner’s manual maintenance guide.
___ Check engine fluid levels and systems for leaks- shut-off
controls.
___ Check throttle action- start and stop controls, cable
clamps, and locknut.
___ Check exhaust system soundness, hose clamps.
___ Check coolant system, hose clamps, intake, and filters.
___ Check transmission shift lever action, control cables,
clamps and locknut; fluid level and alignment.
___ Check prop attachment, zinc, and Saildrive.
___ Check all engine wire connections.
Fuel System
___ Check fuel tanks and gauges, hoses, clamps.
___ Check fuel fill hoses and connections.
___ Check fuel filters.
Keel
___ Check keel bolt nuts for tightness. Do not arbitrarily
tighten bolts unless you’ve experienced a severe
grounding. If there is concern for leakage, consult your
dealer or professional yard.
Plumbing
___ Check bilge pump function, electrical wiring, hose clamps,
and strainer. Clean, disassemble, lubricate as required.
___ Check head and holding tank hoses, clamps,
connections, and valves.
Water System
___ Check water tank hoses, clamps, valves, connections.
___ Check water heater hoses, clamps, electrical wiring.
___ Check water filters.