Motors used in Surf Lifesaving require regular maintenance and servicing. The frequency and type of servicing will depend on hours of use, operating conditions and general care. The motor is the most vital, but also the most vulnerable part of the IRB. All motor maintenance is to be approved by the IRB Officer or in accordance with the Club SOPs
Motor service record
It is important to record evidence in the IRB log of any motor servicing performed by club IRB Officer and or service agent.
Mechanical stress
Common areas of mechanical stress on an IRB motor are:
- Throttle
- Tiller arm
- Steering bracket
- Transom clamp screws
- Transom bracket
- Cavitation plate
- Gearbox
- Propeller guard
While these areas are inspected typically as part of the Pre and Post operations, a regular inspection routine should be implemented by the IRB Officer so as to capture any wear/damage that may have been missed as part of the Pre/Post Operation Inspections.
The below is the recommended service intervals for the 25hp two stroke motors currently in service in SLS as recommended by the manufacture. The maintenance intervals are determined by the number of hours the motor has been used for or by the number of months, whichever comes first.
- denotes maintenance that is recommended by the manufacture be conducted by your outboard servicing dealership.
Motor Maintenance Topics
The following sections with information on motor maintenance is provided as a guide only and all maintenance is to be conducted by approved members by the IRB Officer or as applicable in accordance with Club SOPs.
All maintenance is to be recorded in the IRB Log.