Summary of Pleasurecraft 302/2A
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Statement of limited warranty the pleasurecraft marine engine co warrants its new products to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service conditions, to the first registered owner or user. Covered under the pleasurecraft warranty are all pleasurecraft supplied compo...
Page 3: General Information
General information important: read this manual carefully and thoroughly, particularly warning, caution and important information in bold type, such as this paragraph. Warning: it is recommended that the battery cables be removed from the battery when the boat is placed in storage, on display or in ...
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Caution: the warner gear shift lever must be in forward; that is, positioned over the letter "f" which is embossed in the case casting for forward gear. Likewise, the shift lever must be positioned over the letter "r" for reverse gear on all gear models. Engine alignment and mounting adjustments the...
Page 5: Exhaust System
Water pick-up installation water pickup must be large enough to permit sufficient water flow to engine seawater pump in order to provide adequate engine cooling. Pleasurecraft marine recommends that a sea strainer be installed on all boats equipped with transom or thru-hull water pickups to prevent ...
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5. Repeat step #4 with the selector and control levers in reverse position. If the movement of the connector does not correspond with the movement of the selector lever it will be necessary to readjust the remote control head to provide the proper direction of control cable travel. Caution: transmis...
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Operating limits (see specifications for your model) maximum rpm at wide open throttle under normal load conditions can be controlled only by propeller pitch, diameter, and design. It is essential that the propeller selected does not overload or underload the engine. Extreme overloading resulting in...
Page 8: Maintenance and
Service information request when contacting the factory, include the following information: 1. Engine and transmission serial and model numbers. 2. Date purchased. 3. Name of selling dealer. 4. Boat manufacturer, model and length. 5. Number of hours unit has been operated. 6. Date of previous corres...
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Cleaning carburetor inlet filter caution: be careful of spilled fuel. Gas vapor buildup is explosive. 1. Carburetor inlet filter is located in primary float bowl in fuel inlet fitting. Caution: use care so fuel is not spilled. 2. Remove fuel line and fuel inlet fitting from carburetor. 3. Wash filte...
Page 11: Specifications Section
Specifications section model 351/4 302/2, 302/4 bore 4.00” 4.00” stroke 3.50” 3.00” cubic displacement 351 cubic inches 302 cubic inches horsepower 240@4400 rpm 175@4400 302 2/v 220@4400 302 4/v intermittent service 4400 4400 continuous cruise 3600 3600 note: do not cruise at high limits of above ra...
Page 12: Models – Inboard
Models – inboard 351/4 302/4 302/2 models – vee drive 351/4 302/4 302/2 10
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Maintenance chart weekly after 1 st 25 hrs of operation every 50 hours of operation every 100 hours of operation once each year change engine oil (1) (1) (1) (1) replace oil filter • • • • clean oil filler cap • check transmission fluid level • • • change transmission fluid • check sea water straine...
Page 14: Engine Troubleshooting
Engine troubleshooting important: the following chart is a guide to aid you to find and correct minor engine malfunctions. If the problem has not been corrected after following the guide, do not attempt further repairs. See your authorized p.C.M. Dealer warning: before attempting any checks or repai...
Page 15: Engine Lubrication
Engine lubrication selecting crankcase oil and change intervals crankcase oil should be selected to give best performance under the climatic and operating conditions prevalent in the area in which the engine is operated. An oil, which will provide adequate lubrication under high operating temperatur...
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Starting motor starting motor end frames are equipped with oil-less bearings which do not require lubricant. Distributor lubrication distributor cap should be removed every 100 hours. Apply small amount of cam and ball bearing lubricant or other suitable high-melting-point, non-bleeding grease on di...
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During the warmup period, scan the instrument panel for correct operation of all systems. Oil pressure should read 35 to 65 lbs. Water temperature should gradually increase to the normal controlled level of 140-160 degrees on direct water cooled models, 180-200 degrees on fresh water cooled models. ...
Page 18: Holley Carburetor
Holley carburetor the following description covers a sample holley carburetor. The carburetor on your engine may look different from the illustrations but the carburetor functions exactly the same way. Carburetor service demands particular care in cleanliness and precise adjustments. If you are not ...
Page 19: Carburetor Problem Diagnosis
Carburetor problem diagnosis flooding or leaking carburetor cracked carburetor body, or fuel bowl. Defective main body and/or bowl gasket(s). High fuel level or float setting. Fuel inlet needle not seating properly or worn needle and/or seat. Ruptured accelerating pump diaphragm. Excessive fuel pump...
Page 20: Carburetor Problem Diagnosis
Carburetor problem diagnosis poor acceleration (cont.) air leak between the carburetor and manifold caused by loose mounting bolts or defective gasket. Air leak at the throttle shaft caused by a worn throttle shaft. Accelerating pump fuel inlet valve not seating on acceleration. Restriction in the a...
Page 21: Dual Diaphragm
Dual diaphragm fuel pump description these pumps have 2 diaphragms (separated by a metal spacer) and a sight tube attached. Dual diaphragm construction has 3 important safety features. 1. If main diaphragm fails, pump continues to function with second diaphragm. 2. No gasoline can leak outward from ...
Page 22: Electrical System
Electrical system at the connector plug of the engine wiring harness, at the rear of the engine, a short orange wire is provided which connects to the battery cable terminal of the starter solenoid. This wire is provided to shunt the alternator output directly to the battery, if a voltmeter is used ...
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Coil the coil provided is used with an external ballast resistor, which is designed to control the internal temperature of the coil windings. The resistor cannot be repaired in any way, and if defective, must be replaced. If the coil primary wires are removed from the terminals, be sure they are ins...
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1. When installing battery, always be certain that ground polarity of battery and ground polarity of alternator are same. 2. When connecting a booster battery, make certain to connect negative (-) battery terminals together and positive (+) battery terminals together. 3. When connecting a charger to...
Page 25: Spark Plug Diagnosis
3. Adjust spark plug gaps with a round feeler gauge. (see "specifications".) replace defective plugs. 4. Always keep spark plug seats in cylinder head clean. Note: improper installation is one of the greatest single causes of unsatisfactory spark plug performance. 5. Install spark plugs to engine an...
Page 26: Cooling Systems
Cooling systems the cooling system of each pcm marine engine incorporates a full circulation bypass system, permitting a ful flow of water through the engine, even during warmup. Two heavy-duty marine-type pumps are used to accomplish this. A flexible impeller supply pump is used to keep the system ...
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Flushing instructions note: when engine is operated in salt water, flush it with fresh water periodically and before storage. If engine is flushed while boat is in water, water intake must have a sea water cock installed between water pickup and pump inlet. Caution: do not operate engine without coo...
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Cylinder block - two plugs - one in each side of cylinder block. "y" fitting - one plug. 3. After system has drained completely, coat threads on plugs with sealing compound, reinstall plugs. Sea water section 1. Remove plug and anode from heat exchanger (rear). 2. Remove sea water intake hose from i...
Page 29: Transmission
5. Fill crankcase as outlined under "filling engine crankcase", following, and check for oil leaks while engine is running. Filling engine crankcase the engine crankcase capacity is approximately 5 qts. With a new, dry oil filter. Because of the effect the installed angle of the engine has on the oi...
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Note: be sure that cooler is properly installed and that transmission contains oil before cranking or starting. Procedure for checking oil level oil level should be checked immediately after stopping engine, and sufficient oil added to again bring transmission oil level to full mark on dipstick asse...
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Oil capacity transmission oil capacity transmission model level 15° inclined as 1-7c 1.8 qts. 1.3 qts. Reduction gears 2.5 qts 2.7 qts. Vee drives 1 gal. Filling transmission important: use only automatic transmission fluid type "a", suffix "a" in this transmission. 1. Boat must be at rest in the wa...
Page 32: Warner Gear
Warner gear trouble shooting chart remedy key to troubleshooting chart complaints & symptoms transmission in boat transmission removed internal & external leaks 1. Oil leaks at pump 1 2 3 8 2. Oil on exterior of trans. 1 4 6 7 2 5 8 3. Oil leaks at rear bearing retainer 1 2 3 8 4. Water in transmiss...
Page 33: Lay-Up Instructions
Lay-up instructions long periods of storage can adversely affect the internal parts of the engine unless proper methods of preservation are used. Most marines or boat yards with storage facilities offer proper lay-up services. If such service is not available, or not to be utilized, the following pr...
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L. When the system has been filled with antifreeze, reconnect and tighten the water hose. M. Disconnect the hose from the lower fitting of the raw water supply pump, and lower the end to eliminate any water which may be trapped. N. Remove the raw water supply pump, and remove the impeller. If inspec...
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Operation and maintenance log port port port engine model and serial stbd. Drive serial stbd ign key number stbd fire extinguisher checked batteries tested inspection date qts. Oil runs made date gals. Fuel port stbd miles hours oil change check drive lay-up date launch date remarks.