Engine Serial Number: _____________________________________________
Hull Identification Number:__________________________________________
Hull Identification Number
• The Hull Identification Number (HIN)
is located just below the deck gunnel
at the starboard aft corner of the boat.
• Record the HIN (and the engine serial
number) in the space provided above.
• Include the HIN with any correspondence or orders.
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CONTENTS
Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! 1
Dimensions and Tank Capacities 1
Dealer Service 1
Warranty Information 1
Boating Experience 2
Qualified Maintenance 2
Special Care for Moored Boats 2
Engine & Accessory Guidelines & Literature 3
Propeller
3
Safety Standards 4
Boat Lifting 5
Carbon Monoxide (CO) 6
CO Facts
Factors that Increase the Effects of CO Poisoning
Where & How CO Can Accumulate
How to Protect Yourself & Others From CO
CO Checklists
CO Monitor
End of Life Signal
More Information
6
6
7
8
8
9
9
9
Chapter 2: Locations 10
Exterior Views 10
Hull Views
Deck Views
Helm
10
11
12
Component Locations 13
Chapter 3: Propulsion & Related Systems 22
Engine 22
Bilge Blower System 22
Fuel System 23
Fuel Fill & Vent
Anti-siphon Valve
Fuel Filters
24
24
24
Chapter 4: Controls & Gauges 25
Steering 25
Shift/Throttle Controls 25
Power Trim & Tilt 25
Trim Tabs 25
Gauges 26
Cleaning the Gauges
Gauge Fogging
Radio Transmission Interference
Fuel Gauge
26
26
26
26
Chapter 5: Plumbing 27
Bilge Pumps 27
Bilge Pump Testing
Built-in Autofloat Switch Testing
Seawater Systems 29
Seacocks
Seawater Strainers
29
Freshwater System 30
Transom Shower
Freshwater System Winterization
Water Heater (If Equipped) 32
Winterizing the Water Heater
Preparing the Water
Heater for Use After Winterizing
Drain Systems 35
Deck Drains
Sink Drains
Shower Drain System (If Equipped)
35
35
Portable Toilet (If Equipped) 36
Marine Head & Holding Tank (If Equipped) 36
Air Conditioner (If Equipped) 37
28
28
29
30
31
33
34
35
Chapter 6: Deck Equipment 38
Cleats & Bow/Stern Eyes 38
Canvas & Vinyl Tops & Enclosures 38
Installing the Bimini Top & Enclosure Curtains
Canvas Care
Clear Vinyl Care
40
41
39
Chapter 7: Appliances &
Entertainment Systems 42
Alcohol/110-Volt Electric Stove (If Equipped) 42
Refrigerator (If Equipped) 43
Audio Equipment 43
Chapter 8: Convertible
Seats, Beds, & Tables 44
Dinette To V-Berth Conversion 44
Chapter 9: Lights 45
Care & Maintenance 45
Interior & Exterior Lights 45
Navigation Lights 45
Spotlight (If Equipped) 45
Chapter 10: Electrical System 46
12-Volt DC System 47
Batteries
Battery Switch (If Equipped with One Battery)
Battery Switch (If Equipped with Two Batteries)
Battery Switch Positions
Fuses & Circuit Breakers
12-Volt DC Accessory Outlets
Alternator
Battery Charger (If Equipped)
47
48
49
49
49
49
110-Volt AC System (If Equipped) 50
Shore Power
Connecting to Shore Power
51
52
Electrical Routings 53
Deck 12-Volt Electrical Harness
Hull 12-Volt Electrical Harness
120-Volt AC System (If Equipped)
53
53
54
Important Records 55
Float Plan 56
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Hazard Boxes & Symbols
This box alerts you to immediate hazards whi ch WILL cause severe personal injury or death if
the warning is ignored.
DANGER!
!
This box alerts you to hazards or unsafe pract ice s whic h COULD r esul t i n seve re personal
injury or death if the warning is ig nored.
WARNING!
!
This box alerts you to hazards or unsafe pract ice s whic h COULD r esul t i n minor pe rsonal
injury or cause product or property damage if the warning i s ig nored.
CAUTION
!
This box calls attention to inst all ati on, ope rati on or m ai ntena nce i nform at ion, whi ch is im portant to proper operation but is no t hazard related.
NOTICE
CO POISONING
HAZARD!
EXPLOSION
HAZARD!
NO OPEN
FLAME!
HOT
HAZARD!
ROTATING
PROPELLER HAZARD!
FALLING
HAZARD!
ELECTRICAL
HAZARD!
FIRE
HAZARD!
RUN BILGE BLOWERS
FOR 4 MINUTES!
The hazard boxes and symbols shown below are used throughout this supplement to call attention to potentially dangerous situations which could lead to either personal injury or product damage. Read all warnings carefully and follow all safety instructions.
245 Cruiser • Owner’s Manual Supplement
Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard!
• This Owner’s Manual Supplement provides specifi c infor mation about your boa t that is not covered in the Cruiser
& Yacht Owner’s Manual.
• The Cruiser & Yacht Owner’s Manual contains general information about safe operating practices, general boat-
ing regulations, and general maintenance techniques. Information that is more specific to your particular boat is
found in this Owner’s Manual Supplement.
• Before using your bo a t , study this Owner’s Manual Supplement, the Cruiser & Yacht Owner’s Manual, and all
engine and accessory literature carefully . If similar instructions are found in more than one manual, always refer to
the specific manufacturer’s manual (such as the engine manual) for the most complete and accurate information.
• Keep this Owner’s Manual Supplement and the Cruiser & Yacht Owner’s Manual on your boat in a secure, yet
readily available place.
Dimensions and Tank Capacities
Overall
Length
24' 1" 25' 7" 6' 9" 8' 5" 1' 5" 2' 9" 65 Gallons 20 Gallons 20 Gallons
Length
Rigged
Bridge
Clearance
Beam
Draft
(Hull)
Draft
(Maximum)
Fuel
Capacity
Freshwater
Capacity
Waste Holding
Tank Capacity*
Dealer Service
• Your dealer is your key to service.
• Ask your dealer to explain all systems before taking delivery of your boat.
• Contact your dealer if you have any problems with your new boat.
• If your dealer cannot help, call our customer service hotline: 360-435-8957 or send us a FAX: 360-403-4235.
• Buy replacement parts from any authorized Bayliner dealer.
• You can access on-line parts catalogs, links to vendor websites, and other helpful features by logging on
to http://www.baylinercustomercare.com
.
Warranty Information
• Bayliner offers a Limited Warranty on each new Bayliner purchased through an authorized Bayliner dealer.
• A copy of the Limited Warranty was included in your owner’s packet.
• If you did not get a copy of the Limited Warranty, please contact your Bayliner dealer or call 360-435-8957 for
a copy.
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CONTROL HAZARD!
An experienced operator MUST be in contr ol of your boat at ALL t imes. Do NOT operate your
boat while under the influence of al cohol or drugs .
WARNING!
!
To maintain the safe ty of your bo at, al low ONLY trained personnel to work on, or cha nge, in
any way, the:
• Steering sys tem
• Propulsion system
• Engine control system
• Fuel system
• Environmental contr ol sys tem
• Electrical system
• Navigation system
WARNING!
!
• This Owner’s Manual Supplement
• The Cruiser & Yacht Owner’s Manual
• The engine owner’s manual, and;
• All accessory literature.
• Applying an epoxy barrier coating to the hull bot tom wil l hel p prevent gel coat blisteri ng
while your boat is moored.
• Cover the barrier coating with several coats of anti-fouling paint.
• Many states regulate the chemical co ntent of bottom paints in order to meet env ironmental
standards. Your local dealer can recommend bottom paints, a nd about t he l aws in e ffect in
your area.
NOTICE
Boating Experience
If this is your first boat or if you are changing to a type of boat you are not familiar with, for your own comfort and
safety, get handling and operating experience before assuming command of your boat.
Take one of the boating safety classes offered by the U.S. Power Squadrons or the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary. For
more course information, including dates and locations of upcoming classes, contact the organizations directly:
• U.S. Power Squadrons: 1-888-FOR-USPS (1-888-367-8777) or on the Internet at: http://www.usps.org
• In Canada, for the CPS courses call 1-888-CPS-BOAT.
• U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary: 1-800-368-5647 or on the Internet at: http://www.cgaux.org
Outside the United States, your selling dealer, national sailing federation, or local boat club can advise you of local
sea school s or competent instructors.
Qualified Maintenance
Failure to maintain your boat’s systems (listed i n the warning above) as designed could violate the laws in your jurisdiction and could expose yourself and others to the danger of bodily injury or accidental death.
Follow the maintenance instruction s in:
Special Care for Moored Boats
• While moored, your boat’s hull bottom will collect marine gro wth that not onl y looks bad, but als o reduc es perf ormance, and could damage the gelcoat.
• As often as needed for you r area, haul your boat out of the water and scrub t he hull bott om with a bris tle brush and
soap and water.
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BEFORE starting or working on your engine(s), r e ad the engine manual.
NOTICE
BEFORE using the accessories on your boat, r ead t h e ac cess ory manual s.
NOTICE
BEFORE storing your boat, refer to your e ngine and accessory manuals for storage/wi nter iza tion instructions.
NOTICE
Certain modifications to your boat WILL result in cancellation of your warra nty protection.
ALWAYS check with your dealer BEFORE making any modifications to your boat.
NOTICE
• Engine Break-in Procedure
• Engine Starting and Stopping
• Gear Shifting
• Fuel and Oil Recommendations
• Engine Maintenance
• Engine Storage/Winterization
ENGINE DAMAGE HAZARD!
The factory standard propell er may not be the best for your par ti cular boat a nd load conditions. Refer to the engine manual for e ngine RPM rat ings . The engi ne shoul d reach, but not
exceed its full rated RPM when full-t hrottle is applied.
Immediately contact your local Bayliner dealer if:
• The engine cannot reach its full ra ted RPM when ful l-throttle is applie d, or;
• The engine exceeds its full rated RPM when full-t hrottle is applied.
CAUTION
!
Engine & Accessory Guidelines & Literature
• Your boat’s engine and accessories were selected to provide optimum performance and service.
• Installing a different engine or adding accessories may affect your boat’s running trim.
• If you choose to install a different engine or add accessories that may affect your boat’s running trim, have a
trained marine technician perform a safety inspection and handling test before using your boat again.
• The engine and accessorie s on your b oat have their own manuals. Read these manual s before using the engine and
accessories.
Unless noted otherw ise , all engine and accessory literature referred to in this supplement is included in your owner’s
packet.
While the topics listed below may be included in this supplement and in the Cruiser & Yacht Owner’s Manual,
always refer to the engine manual first for specific inform ation on these importan t subjects:
Propeller
• Keep the propeller in good repair and at the correct pitch for your particular situation.
• A slightly bent or nicked propeller will adversely affect the performance of your boat.
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FALLING and ROTATING PROPELLER HAZARD!
• NEVER allow anyone to ride on parts of your boat NOT designed for
such use.
• Sitting on seat-backs, lounging on the forward deck, bow riding, gun-
wale riding or occupying the transom plat form while underway is e speciall y hazardous and
WILL cause personal injury or death.
DANGER!
!
FALLING, ROTATING PROPELLER and CARBON
MONOXIDE POISONING HAZARD!
• NEVER allow anyone to occupy , or ha ng from, the
back deck or transom platform while t he eng ine
is running.
• Teak surfing, draggi ng, or wate r skiing within 20 feet
of a moving watercraft can be fatal.
DANGER!
!
DANGER
PERSONAL SAFETY HAZARD!
• ALWAYS secure the anchor and other loose objects BEFORE getting underway.
• The anchor and other items that are NOT properly secured can come l oose when your boat
is moving and cause personal injury or death.
DANGER!
!
A wide variety of components used on this vessel cont ain or emit chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer and birth defects and other reproductive harm.
Examples Include:
• Engine and generator exhaust
• Engine and generator fuel, and other liquids such as cool ants and oi l, especially used
motor oi l
• Cooking fuels
• Cleaners, paints, and substances used for vesse l repair
• Waste material s t hat result from wear of ves sel component s
• Lead from battery terminals and from other sources such as ballast or fishing sinkers
To Avoid Harm:
• Keep away from engine, generator, and cooking fuel exhaust fumes.
• Wash exposed skin t horoughly with soap and water after handli ng t he subst ances above.
WARNING!
!
Safety Standards
Your boat’s mechanical and electrical systems were designed to meet all safety standards in effect at the time it was
built. These standards help insure your safety and the safety of other people, vessels and property.
Read this supplement, the Cruiser & Yacht Owner’s Manual, the engine owner’s manual, and all accessory instruc-
tions for important safety standards and hazar d information.
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PERSONAL INJURY and/or PRODUCT or PROPERTY DAMAGE HAZARD!
• Lifting slings can slip on the hull, which c ould ca use se rious injury or death.
• ALWAYS secure the forward li ft ing s ling to the aft lifting sli ng BEFORE lifting. Thi s wil l
reduce the risk of sling sl ippage.
WARNING!
!
PERSONAL INJURY and/or PRODUCT or PROPERTY DAMAGE HAZARD!
NEVER lift any boat using the cleats, or th e bow/s ter n eyes .
WARNING!
!
PERSONAL INJURY and/or PRODUCT or PROPERTY DAMAGE HAZARD!
• Water in the bi lge can shi ft and change the balance of the load.
• If water is present in the bilg e, pump or drai n the water out of the bilge ar eas BEFORE lift-
ing your boat.
WARNING!
!
PRODUCT or PROPERTY DAMAGE HAZARD!
• When lifting any boat, ALWAYS use a sprea der bar.
• The spreader bar MUST be equal to the width of the boat at each lifting point.
• Make sure your boat remains level during lifting. The engine can be damaged by water
ingestion if the stern is lif te d higher than the bow.
CAUTION
!
Boat Lifting
• Always follow the lift equipment’s instructions and requirements.
• When lifting your boat, always position the lifting slin gs at the foreward and aft lifting sling label positions.
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• Carbon monoxide gas (CO) is colorless, odorless, t ast eless, and
extremely danger ous.
• ALL engines, generators, and fuel burning appliances produce CO
as exhaust.
• Prolonged exposur e to low conc entr ati ons or very qui ck exposure to high
concentrations WILL cause BRAIN DAMAGE or DEATH.
• Teak surfing, dragging , or wate r ski ing wi thi n 20 fe et of a moving wa ter craft can be fatal.
DANGER!
!
CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING HAZARD!
• NEVER use full canvas and vinyl enclosures when the engine or generator
is running.
• For proper fresh air circulation, remove for ward, aft , and bot h side encl osure curtains BEFORE starting the en gine o r gene rato r.
• Read the Carbon Monoxide (CO) section in Chapter 1 of this supplement.
DANGER!
!
Carbon Monoxide (CO)
CO Facts
• CO poisoning causes a significant number of boating deaths each year.
• Called the "silent killer", CO is an extremely toxic, colorless, odorless and tasteless gas.
• CO can harm or even kill you inside or outside your boat.
• CO can affect you whether you’re underway, moored, or anchored.
• CO symptoms are similar to seasickness or alcohol intoxication.
• CO can make you sick in seconds. In high enough concentrations, even a few breaths can be fatal.
• Breathing CO blocks the ability of your blood to carry oxygen.
• The effects are cumulative. Even low levels of exposure can result in injury or death.
Factors that Increase the Effects of CO Poisoning
• Age
• Smokers or people exposed to high concentrations of cigarette smoke
• Consumption of alcohol
• Lung disorders
• Heart problems
• Pregnancy
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Using engine, generato r , or other fuel burnin g device
when boat is moored in a confined space.
Mooring too close to another boat that is using its
engine, generator, or other fuel burning device.
Running your engne or generator with full canvas
and vinyl enclosures installed.
Running boat with trim angle of bow too high. Running boat without through ventilation
(station wagon effect).
Where & How CO Can Accumulate
Stationary conditions that increase CO accumulations include:
To correct these stationary situations:
• Close all windows, portlights and hatches.
• If possible, move your boat away from source of CO.
• Remove forward, aft, and both side enclosure curtains BEFORE starting the engine or generator.
Running conditions that increase CO accumulations include:
To correct these running situations:
• Trim bow down.
• Open windows and canvas.
• When possible, run boat so that prevailing winds help dissipate exhaust.
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How to Protect Yourself & Others From CO
• Know where and how CO may accumulate in and around your boat (see previous page).
• Stay away from the transom while the vessel is idling or underway – The transom is where carbon monoxide col-
lects while idling or underway.
• Avoid Other Idling Vessels – Idling vessels produce concentrated levels of carbon monoxide.
• Always maintain fresh air circulation throughout your boat.
• Know where your engine and generator exhaust outlets are located and keep everyone away from these areas.
• Never sit on, or hang onto, the back deck or transom platform while the engine is running.
• Never enter the areas under transom platforms where exhaust outlets are located.
• Although CO can be present without the smell of exhaust fumes, if exhaust fumes are detected on your boat, take
immediate action to dissipate these fumes.
• Treat sympt oms of se asick ness as possib le CO pois oning. Get the pe rson into f resh a ir immediately. Seek medical
attention—unless you’re sure it’s not CO.
• Maintain the CO monitors that were installed inside your boat. Never ignore any alarm. Replace monitors as
recommended by the monitor manufacturer.
• Follow the CO checklists provided below.
• Get a Vessel Safety Check.
For information on how to get a free VESSEL SAFETY CHECK, visit www.vesselsafetycheck.org or contact your
local U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary or United States Power Squadrons®.
U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary: 800-368-5647 or online at: http://www.cgaux.org
U.S. Power Squadrons: 888-367-8777 or online at: http://www.usps.org
CO Checklists
Trip Checklist
Make sure you know where the exhaust outlets are located on your boat.
Educate all passengers about the symptoms of CO poisoning and where CO may accumulate.
When docked, or rafted with another boat, be aware of exhaust emissions from the other boat.
Listen for any change in exhaust sound, which could mean an exhaust component failure.
Test the operation of each CO monitor by pressing the test button.
Monthly Checklist
Make sure all exhaust clamps are in place and secure.
Look for exhaust leaking from exhaust system components. Signs include rust and/or black streaking, water
leaks, or corroded or cracked fittings.
Inspect rubber e xhaust hoses fo r bur ned, cr acked, or dete rior ated s ec tions. All rubber hoses shoul d be pli able and
free of kinks.
Annual Checklist
Have a Trained Marine Technician:
Replace exhaust hoses if cracking, charring, or deterioration is found.
Ensure that your engines and generators are properly tuned, and well maintained.
Inspect each water pump impeller and the water pump housing. Replace if worn. Make sure cooling systems are
in working condition.
Inspect all metallic exhaust components for cracking, rusting, leaking, or loosening. Make sure they check the
cylinder head gasket, exhaust manifold, water injection elbow, and the threaded adapter nipple between the
manifold and the elbow.
Clean, inspect, and confirm proper operation of the generator cooling water anti-siphon valve (if equipped).
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CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING HAZARD!
CO monitor installation or repl acement shall be done by qual ifi ed
personnel ONLY.
NEVER disconnect your CO monitor.
DANGER!
!
• The stereo memory and the CO monitor place small but c onst ant drains on the battery.
• If equipped, plug into shore po we r wit h t he bat te ry c harger tur ned On whenever your boat
will be unattended for an extended amount of time.
NOTICE
United States Coast Guard
Office of Boating Safe ty ( G -OPB-3 )
2100 Second Street SW
Washington, DC 20593
www.uscgboating.org
1-800-368-5647
National Marine Manufacture rs
Association (NMMA)
200 East Randolph Drive
Suite 5100
Chicago, IL 60601-9301
www.nmma.org
312-946-6200
American Boat & Yacht Council,
Inc. (ABYC)
613 Third Street
Suite 10
Annapolis, MD 21403
www.abycinc.org
410-990-4460
CO Monitor
• Read the manufacturer’s instructions for your CO monitor. If you did not receive the manufacturer’s instruc-
tions, call (800) 383-0269 and they will be mailed to you.
End of Life Signal
• Your CO monitor may be equipped with an End Of Life (EOL) signal to alert you when the monitor has reached
the end of its service life and must be replaced.
• The EOL signal will be activated by a timer set for 4 years, 11 months from the date of manufacture.
• The alert signal may vary depend ing on the type of CO monitor you have , so check the uni t's opera tion manual f or
further in formation an d instructions.
NOTE: If the EOL signal activates, and it is not possible to immediately acquire a replacement unit; you can temporarily reset the EOL sig nal for 72 hours at a time (3 days) for a total of u p to 30 days. After this time, the unit will
continuously signal EOL and wi ll no l onger detect CO and MUST BE REPLACED! DO NOT DISCONNECT
THE MONITOR UNTIL YOU HAVE A REPLACEMENT MONITOR READY TO INSTALL! REMOVING THE LITHIUM BATTERY WILL CAUSE THE UNIT TO SIGNAL EOL PERMANENTLY!
If your CO monitor is not equipped with an EOL signal:
• Replace your CO monitor by the "REPLACE BY DATE" printed on the monitor.
• If no "REPLACE BY DATE" can be found, immediately replace the unit.
• Replacement CO monitors can be purchased from your local Bayliner dealer.
More Information
For more information about preventing carbon monoxide poisoning on recreational boats and other boating safety
tips, contact:
For information on how to get a free VESSEL SAFETY CHECK, visit www.vesselsafetycheck.org or contact your
local U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary or United States Power Squadrons®.
U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary: 800-368-5647 or online at: http://www.cgaux.org
U.S. Power Squadrons: 888-367-8777 or online at: http://www.usps.org
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Hull Views
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ACTUAL LAYOUT MAY VARY DEPENDING
ON ENGINE AND ACCESSORY OPTIONS.
NOTE: TYPICAL HELM LAYOUT SHOWN.
Helm
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Component Locations
12-Volt DC Accessory Outlets (2 Total):
• One is located at the forward end of the
galley assembly.
• One is located at the helm.
12- Volt DC Push-to-Reset Circuit Bre akers: Locat ed
at the helm, under the dash.
11 0-V olt AC Panel (If Equipped):
Located in the cabin, next to the
galley sink.
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Battery or Batteries: Located on the
port side of the engine room.
Battery Charger (If Equipped):
Located on the port side of the engine
room, on the forward wall.
Battery Switches: Located in the
storage hatch under the helm seat.
Bilge Blower Switch: Located on the helm switch panel.
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Bilge Pumps (2 Total):
• The aft bilge pump is
located in the engine room
bilge.
• If your cabin entry steps are
removeable; access to the forward bilge pump is through
the hatch in the bottom step.
• If your cabin entry
steps are not removeable; access to the
forward bilge pump
is through a floor
hatch at the bottom
of the forward wall in
the aft berth.
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CO Monitor: Located
on the starboard side of
the cabin, on the aft wall.
Depth Sounder Tranducer: Located in the
engine room bilge.
Freshwater Fill Deck
Fitting: Located on
the starboard aft deck.
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Freshwater Pump:
Located above the transom, on the port side of
the engine room.
Freshwater Pump Switch: Lo cated
at the forwa rd end of th e galley.
Freshwater Tank:
Located on the starboard side of the
engine room.
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Fuel Fill Deck Fitting:
Located on the starboard aft
corner of the deck.
Fuel Tank: Acc ess to the fu el tank fittin gs is
in the forward area of the engine room bilge.
Macerator Underwater Discharge
Seacock (If Equipped): Located in
the engine room.
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Marine Head Seawater Pickup Valve:
• If your cabin entry steps are
removeable; access to the
marine head seawater pickup
valve is through the hatch in
the bottom step.
• If your cabin entry
steps are not removeable; access to the
marine head seawater
pickup valve is through
a floor hatch at the bottom of the forward wall
in the aft berth.
Marine Head Waste Holding Tank (If Equipped):
Located on the sta rboard side
of the engine room.
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Marine Head
Waste Pump-out
Deck Fitting (If
Equipped): Located
on the starboard aft
corner of the deck.
Navigation Lights:
• The red and green bow lights are
located on the forward deck.
• The white all-round light is
located on the transom.
Shore Power Inlet (If
Equipped): Located on the
port side of the deck, above
the louvers.
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Transom Shower
(If Equipped):
Located on the port
side of the cockpit.
Trim Tab Hydraulic Fluid
Reservoir: Located on the aft
wall in the engine room.
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Read the engine manual BEFORE starting or working on your engi ne.
NOTICE
• Engine Break-in Procedure
• Engine Starting and Stopping
• Gear Shifting
• Fuel and Oil Recommendations
• Engine Maintenance
• Engine Storage/Winterization
FIRE and EXPLOSION HAZARD!
Fuel vapors can explode! BEFORE starting the engi ne:
1. Check the bilge areas for fuel vapors or leaking fuel. If you see leaking fuel or smell
fuel vapors:
a. Do NOT start the engine, do NOT turn On any electrical devices, put out ALL cigarettes,
cigars, and other source s of f la me o r ig niti on.
b. Get everyone off your boat.
c. Get trained help to find and fix the probl em.
2. Run the bilge blowers for at least four minutes BEFORE engine starting, elect ric al s yst em
work, or turning on electrical devi ces .
• If you smell fuel vapors and the engine is already running;
a. Shut Off the engine and turn Off ALL electrical devices.
b. Put out ALL cigarettes, cigars, and ot her s ources of flame or ignition.
c. Get trained help to find and fix the probl em.
• NEVER obstruct or change the bilge blower system.
WARNING!
!
Chapter 3: Propulsion & Related Systems
Engine
While the topics listed below may be included in this supplement and in the Cruiser & Yacht Owner’s Manual,
always refer to the engine manual first for specific inform ation on these importan t subjects:
Bilge Blower System
The bilge blower system:
• Removes explosive vapors from engine
and bilge a reas.
• Draws fresh air into engine and bilge
areas through the vents.
To make sure engine and bilge areas
are properly ventilated:
• Use the "sniff test " to check the engine
and bilge areas for fuel vapors before
starting the engine.
• Run the bilge blower for at least four
minutes before starting the engine.
• Keep the blower On until your boat has
reached planing speed.
• Always run the blower when running
your boat below planing speed.
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FIRE, EXPLOSION, and OPEN FLAME HAZARD!
• Thoroughly inspect the fuel sy ste m for l eaks e very t ime you t ake o n fuel.
• Fueling instructions are pr ov ided i n the Cruiser & Yacht Owner’s Manual, and fuel recom-
mendations are prov ided i n the engine operation manual. Carefully read this information.
WARNING!
!
Avoid the storage or handling of ge ar near the f uel lines, fittings and tank.
CAUTION
!
• On diesel engine models, air in the diesel suppl y sys tem ca n stop a n engi ne or s everely
restrict performance.
• If you suspect air in the fuel lines, refer to your engine operation manual fo r det ail ed
instructions on how to bleed the syste m.
NOTICE
Fuel System
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• If an engine running problem is diagnosed a s fuel starvat ion, check the anti-siphon valve.
• If the valve is stuck or clogged, ONLY change or replace it whi le the e ngine i s Off.
• NEVER run the engine with the anti-siphon valve removed, except in an emergency.
NOTICE
Fuel Fill & Vent
• The fuel fill deck fitti ng is marked " GAS".
• If you have problems filling the fuel tank, see if the fuel fill hose or fuel tank vent hose is kinked or collapsed.
• If there are no visible signs of a problem, contact your local dealer.
Anti-siphon Valve
• The anti-siphon valve is a vital fuel system part.
• If the fuel line ruptures, this valve prevents the siphoning of fuel from the tank.
• The valve is located on the fuel tank, where the fuel feed line attaches to the tank.
• This spring-loaded valve is opened by fuel pump vacuum.
Fuel Filters
• The fuel pickup tube, located inside the fuel tank, is equipped with a fine mesh screen filter.
• Also, when supplied by the engine manufacturer, a fuel filter is installed on the engine.
• Periodically replace the fuel filter to make sure it remains clean and free of debri s.
• Talk to your selling dealer or local marina about fuel additives that help prevent fungus or other buildup in your
fuel tank.
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LOSS OF CONTROL HAZARD!
Improper maintenance of the shif t/ throttle hardware may cause a sudden l oss o f cont rol!
WARNING!
!
TRIM TAB
(TYPICAL)
TRANSOM
TYPICAL TRIM TAB
Chapter 4: Controls & Gauges
Steering
• Your boat features a power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering system.
• For information about the power-assist fluid reservoir, refer to the engine operation and maintenance manual.
• Boat steering is not self-centering.
• Refer to the engine man ual for more steering system details.
Shift/Throttle Controls
Read all of the information about the shift/throttle controls in the shift/throttle manual, the engine operation manual,
and the Cruiser & Yacht Owner’s Manual.
Power Trim & Tilt
• The stern drive on your boat is equipped with power trim and tilt.
• Trim and tilt instructions are provided in the engine operation manual and the shift/throttle manual.
Trim Tabs
• Before using the trim tabs, read the trim tabs’ owner’s manual.
• The trim tabs are controlled by two rocker switches at the helm.
• Check and refill the trim tab hydraulic fluid reservoir as directed
in the trim tabs’ owner’s manual.
• For the location of the fluid reservoir, see the Component
Locations section in Chapter 2 of this supplement.
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PRODUCT or PROPERTY DAMAGE HAZARD!
• Use only mild soap and water to clean the gauge lenses and bez els .
• Use of other cleaners, including common window cleaning solutions, may cause the lenses
to crack.
• Lenses cracked in this manner will NOT be covered by our warranty.
CAUTION
!
Gauges
Cleaning the Gauges
Gauge Fogging
• Moisture may occasionally find its way into the gauges causing lens fogging.
• Turning On the gauge lights will help dry the lenses.
• Fogging will not harm the gauges.
Radio Transmission Interference
VHF or other radio transmissions may cause brief erratic readings on the tachometer. This will not damage the
tachometer gauge or affect its accuracy when not transmitting.
Fuel Gauge
It is normal for the pointer on your fuel gauge to bounce as fuel sloshes back and forth in the fuel tank.
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NOTICE
Discharge of oil, oil waste, or fue l i nto nav igabl e wate rs i s prohibited by law. Violators are subject to legal action by the lo cal authorities.
Chapter 5: Plumbing
Bilge Pumps
• Y our boat has two bilge
pumps for pumping
water out of the bilge.
• Built-in autofloat
switches turn On the
bilge pumps if bilge
water rise s above a
preset lev el.
• You can also turn On
the bilge pumps using
the switches at the
helm.
• The bilge pumps are
wired directly to the
batteries. Unless the
batteries are dead, the
bilge pump system
should keep working
even when your boat
is unattended.
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Bilge Pump Testing
• The bilge pump is vital to the safety of your boat.
• Test the bilge pump often.
1. Turn On the bilge pump switch at the helm.
2. Make sure that water in t he bilge is pum ped overboard .
• If there is water i n the bi lge and t he pum p motor is ru nning but not pumpi ng, inspe ct the discha r ge h ose for a ki nk
or collapsed area.
If the discharge hose looks okay, check the bilge pump and strainer for clogging debris.
Inspecting and clearing debris from the bilge pump:
1. Squeeze the holding tabs on each side of
the strainer and pull the pump hous ing out
of the strainer.
2. Remove debris from the strainer and the
bottom of the pump housing.
PUMP HOUSING
FLOAT SWITCH
TEST KNOB
3. Remove the impeller guard screw and the
impeller guard.
4. Remove all debris from the pump chamber, from around the impeller, and from
the tab slots on the sides.
5. Make sure the impeller is firmly attached
IMPELLER
GUARD SCREW
STRAINER
IMPELLER
GUARD
HOLDING TABS
to the shaft and is not cracked or broken.
6. Reinstall the impeller guard and screw,
and the pump housing on the strainer.
Make sure both tabs lock into the slots.
Built-in Autofloat Switch Testing
• The autofloat switch turns the bilge pump On when water rises above a preset level.
• Test the autofloat switch often as follows:
Autofloat switch testing:
Twist the float switch test button to turn On the bilge pump.
• If the pump does not turn On, check the fuse on the fuse block.
• If the fuse is good, but the switch still does not work, it may mean the switch is bad, or the battery is dead.
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FLOODING and SWAMPING HAZARD!
• Close the seacock(s) when leaving your boat unattended for any leng th of ti me.
• If a seacock is left open, a hose failure could flood the bilge, swamp the bat te rie s and th e
engine, and even sink your boat.
WARNING!
!
SYSTEM DAMAGE HAZARD!
• BEFORE using any system that has a seacock, make sure that the s yst em’s seacock is Open.
• Inspect and lubricate all seacocks annuall y.
CAUTION
!
THRU-HULL INTAKE
HULL
SEACOCK GASKET
SEACOCK
SEACOCK
LEVER
SECTION
SEACOCK & THRU-HULL
COMPONENTS (TYPICAL)
90 DEGREE
STRAINER
FLOODING HAZARD!
• BEFORE taking apart a seawater strainer for cleaning or other work, Close the seacock
that sends seawater to that strainer.
• Failure to close the seacock before taking apart the seawater strainer may allow large
amounts of water to flood the bilge, which c ould s wamp th e batt eri es a nd the e ngine, and
even sink your boat.
• Keep the seacock Closed until the s eawate r st raine r i s com ple tel y reassembled.
SYSTEM DAMAGE HAZARD!
• After putting the seawater strainer back t oget her, make sure that the seacock v alve is Open
BEFORE using the component/system.
CAUTION
!
Seawater Systems
Seacocks
Thru-hull inlet or outle t fittings located near or below the waterline feature seacoc k va lves. You can close a seaco ck to st op water
entry:
• If the hose connected to the seacock fails, or;
• To work on equipment served by the seacock.
Seacocks are used on your boat in seawater intake or liquid-discharge systems including, but not limited to:
• Air conditioner (if equipped)
• Marine head (toilet)
Before using any system with a seacock, make sure the seacock is Open and stays Open until the system is shut Off.
Seawater Strainers
• Seawater strainers are used to filter incoming seawater in some seawater intake systems. NOTE: Not all seawater
intake sys t ems have seawater strainers.
• If equipped, the seawater strain er is located near the seawater intake system’s seacock.
• Check the strainers for leaks and/or debris every time you use your boat.
• Refer to the seawater strainer inst ruction sheet for cleaning and maintenance information.
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• ONLY use safe drinking (potable) water in y our boat ’s freshwater system.
• ONLY use FDA approved "drinking water safe" hos es when f il li ng the f reshwater tank.
• NEVER use common garden hoses for drinking water.
WARNING!
!
Freshwater System
• Read the Freshwater System section in the Cruiser & Yacht Owner’s Manual.
• The freshwater fill deck fitting is marked WATER.
• Pressurize the freshwater system by either turning On the freshwater pump switch (the batter y switch must also
be On).
• For the location of the freshwater pump switch, see the Component Locations section in Chapter 2 of
this supplement.
• Turn Off the freshwater pump switch when your boat is not in use or when the freshwater tank is empty.
• Inspect an d clean the freshwater filter often (the filter is located on the freshwater pump).
• If your boat is to be left unatt ended for a lo ng period of ti me, pump the fresh water ta nk dry to preven t stored water
from becoming stagnant and distasteful.
• If the freshwater s ystem nee ds to be di sinf ected , ask your deal er abou t tre atments avail able fo r your bo at’s system.
Transom Shower
• Read the ma nufacturer’s instructions before using the transom shower for the first time.
• The freshwater pump s witch must be turned On before using the transom shower.
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FRESHWATER SYSTEM DAMAGE HAZARD!
• A faucet MUST be Open when compressed air is blown t hrough the freshwater syst em.
• NEVER blow compressed air thr ough t he wate r sys tem when ALL of the faucets are Closed.
CAUTION
!
TYPICAL VIEW
NOTE: LOCATION OF TEE FITTING
& DRAIN PLUG MAY VARY
Freshwater System Winterization
1. Turn On the freshwater pump switch.
2. Open all of the faucets and showers and let the freshwater system drain completely.
3. Turn Off the freshwater pump switch.
All of the remaining water must be removed from the water lines. The re are two ways to remov e the r emaini ng water
from the lines:
• Compressed Air
• Gravity Draining
Compressed Air
You must have an air compressor with an air hose and
an air nozzle.
1. Remove the water line from the outlet side of the
freshwater pump (opposite side from filter).
2. Open the faucet that is furthest away from the freshwater pump.
3. Place th e air nozzl e against th e end of the just
removed water line and blow air t hrough the sys tem.
4. When water stops coming out of the faucet , stop the
air and Close the faucet.
5. One at a time, repeat this process on all faucets and
showers.
Gravity Draining
1. Open all faucets and showers.
2. Remove the drain plug from the tee fitting on the
freshwater tank.
3. When the water has stopped draining from the
freshwater tank and the water lines, replace the
drain plug.
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SCALDING HAZARD!
Water heated by the water heater can be hot e nough to scal d the skin.
WARNING!
!
WATER HEATER DAMAGE HAZARD!
• Do NOT turn On the water heater ci r cuit br eaker on the 110-volt AC master panel until the
water heater tank is COMPLETELY filled with water.
• The tank is full if water flows from the tap when the hot water is turned On in the galley.
• Even brief water heater operation with a dry tank WILL damage the he ati n g el ements .
• Warranty replacements will NOT be made on elements damaged in this manner.
• Turn the power Off and drai n the water heater when the chance of freezing exists (see the
winterizing instructions on th e nex t page ).
CAUTION
!
If 1 10- volt AC power i s bei ng provided by shore power, but the water heater is not working:
• Make sure the water heater ci rcuit breaker on t he 110-volt AC master panel is switched On.
• If the circuit br eaker is On, but the water heater is still no t w ork in g, ask your dealer how
to check the push-to-re set circuit breaker lo cat ed on t he wate r heat er.
NOTICE
Water Heater (If Equipped)
• Read the water heater instruction manual and heed the warnings above.
• The water heater is connected to the 110-volt AC power system.
• To heat the water, turn On the water heater circuit breaker on the 110-volt AC master panel.
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WATER HEATER DAMAGE HAZARD!
• NEVER turn On the water heater br eake r on t h e 110-volt AC master panel while the water
heater tank is empty.
• Even brief water heater operation with a dry tank WILL damage the he ati n g el ements .
• Warranty replacements will NOT be made on elements damaged in this manner.
• T o pr event damage to t he water heater aft er winterizing, always label the br eaker switch on
the 11 0-vol t AC mast er panel as ’winterized’.
CAUTION
!
NOTICE
The freshwater system MUST be drained BEFORE winterizing the water heater (se e the
Freshwater System W int eri zat ion I nstr uctions on the previous page).
A
B
C
"WATER HEATER IS EMPTY"
TAG ATTACHED TO WATER
HEATER CIRCUIT BREAKER
BY BRAND AND MODEL.
NOTE: TYPICAL WATER
HEATER SHOWN. LOCATIONS
OF FITTINGS MAY VARY
Winterizing the Water Heater
1. Turn Off the water
heater breaker.
2. Disconnect the hose (A)
attached to the pressure
relief valv e (B), and
drain any water from
the hose int o the bilge
or into a bucket.
3. Open the pressure relief
valve (B).
4. Open the drain valve
(C).
5. Attach a tag to the
water heater breaker to
indicate that the tank is
empty.
• NOTE: Your boat came
with a tag attached to the
water heater breaker. It
is suggested that you
keep this tag and re-use
it when winterizing.
• Leave the pressure rel ief
and drain valves Open
until you fit out your
boat after storage.
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WATER HEATER DAMAGE HAZARD!
• Fill the water heater tank BEFORE turning On the wate r heat er c ircuit breaker on th e 110-
volt AC master panel.
• NEVER turn On the water heater circuit br eaker on the 110-volt AC master panel while the
water heater tank is empty.
• To make sure the tank is ful l, turn On a hot water f aucet. If water flows from the tap, t he
water heater tank is full.
• Even brief water heater operation with a dry tank WILL damage the he ati n g el ements .
• Warranty replacements will NOT be made on elements damaged in this manner.
CAUTION
!
C
B
A
"WATER HEATER IS EMPTY"
TAG ATTACHED TO WATER
HEATER CIRCUIT BREAKER
BY BRAND AND MODEL.
NOTE: TYPICAL WATER
HEATER SHOWN. LOCATIONS
OF FITTINGS MAY VARY
Preparing the Water Heater for Use After Winterizing
Perform the following steps to put your winterized water heater back in service:
1. Close the drain valve
(A).
2. Close the pressure relief
valve (B).
3. Connect the hose (C) to
the pressure relief valve
(B).
4. Fill the water heater
tank with fre shwater.
5. Remove the ‘winterized’ tag on th e water
heater breaker on the
110-volt AC master
panel after the water
heater tank is com-
pletely filled with freshwater.
6. Turn On the water
heater breaker.
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Drain Systems
Deck Drains
• Water on the deck is gravity drained overboard through the deck drains.
• Keep the deck drains free of debris.
Sink Drains
The sinks are above the waterline and are gravity drained overboard.
Shower Drain System (If Equipped)
• Shower water drains i nto
a sump pump box.
• An autofloat switch turns
On the sump pump when
the drain water rises to a
preset level, and the
drain water is pumped
overboard.
• Read the s ump system
instruction sheet, paying
special at tention to the
maintenance and cold
weather instructions.
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Check with local authorities for regulations regard ing t he legal use of marine head systems.
NOTICE
FLOODING and SWAMPING HAZARD!
• Close the seawater int ake s eacoc k when leaving your boat unattended for any length of
time.
• If the seacock is left open, a hose fail ure could flood the bilge, swamp the batt eri es a nd
engine, and even sink your boat.
WARNING!
!
Check with local authorities about t he l egal use of marine head systems.
NOTICE
Portable Toilet (If Equipped)
Read the manufacturer’s operating instructions before using the portable toilet.
Marine Head & Holding Tank (If Equipped)
• Before using this system, read the
marine head’s operation and
maintenance manual.
• Look at the side of the holding
tank to check the content level.
• The dockside pump-out deck
fitting is marked WASTE.
• Empty the holding tank at every
opportunity.
Using the Marine Head
1. Open the head’s seawater intake
seacock (the location of this
seacock is described in the
Component Locations section
of Chapter 2).
2. Before using the head, pump
water into the bowl to wet the
sides.
3. After use, pump until the bowl
is clean.
4. Pump a few more times to clean
the lines.
5. If excess waste causes the water to rise in the bowl, stop pumping until the water recedes.
• Close the intake seacock when the system will not be used for long periods of time.
Winterizing the System
Read the marine head’s operation and maintenance manual for winterizing instructions.
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CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING HAZARD!
• Dangerous carbon monoxide gas (CO) can be brought into your boat
through the air conditi oni ng syst em.
• Read the Carbon Monoxide (CO) section in Chapter 1 of this supplement.
DANGER!
!
FLOODING and SWAMPING HAZARD!
• Close the seawater int ake seacock before leaving yo ur boat unatt ended.
• If the seacock is left open, a hose failure could flood the bilge, swamp the batte ry and engine,
and even sink your boat.
WARNING!
!
SYSTEM DAMAGE HAZARD!
• Open the air c onditioner system’s seawater intake seacock BEFORE turning On the air con-
ditioner.
• This seacock MUST stay Open until the air conditioner is turned off.
CAUTION
!
Air Conditioner (If Equipped)
Read the air conditioner manual
before using the air co nditioning
system for the first time.
Before Each Use
• Turn On the air cond itioner
breaker on the 110-volt AC master panel.
• Open the seawater intake sea-
cock. This seacock must remain
Open while you’re running the
air conditioner.
• Check the seawater strainer for
debris. If needed, clean the
strainer as described in the Sea-
water Systems section of this
chapter.
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PERSONAL INJURY and/or PRODUCT or PROPERTY DAMAGE HAZARD!
NEVER lift your boat using the bow/stern eyes or t he cl eat s.
WARNING!
!
CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING HAZARD!
• NEVER use full canvas and vinyl enclosures when the engine or generator
is running..
• For proper fresh air circulation, remove for ward, aft , and bot h side encl osure curtains BEFORE starting the en gine o r gene rato r.
• Read the Carbon Monoxide (CO) section in Chapter 1 of this supplement.
DANGER!
!
PRODUCT or PROPERTY DAMAGE HAZARD!
Take down and secur ely stow ALL ca nvas & viny l BEFORE your boat is t ranspo rte d by road.
CAUTION
!
BEFORE cleaning and/or stowing your canvas or vinyl , r e ad the sections later in this chapter,
Canvas Care and Clear Vinyl Care.
NOTICE
Two people are needed fo r most of the tasks listed in this sect io n.
NOTICE
Some canvas and vinyl options may not be descri bed. Make sure your dealer explains how to
install all canvas and vinyl.
NOTICE
Cleats & Bow/Stern Eyes
Read the section on towing in the Cruiser & Yacht Owner’s Manual before:
• Towing anything behind your boat.
• Being towed by another vessel.
Canvas & Vinyl Tops & Enclosures
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DECK
PIN
EYE
HINGE
END
SWIVEL
END
EYE
END
Installing the Bimini Top & Enclosure Curtains
1. Slide the windshield hinges (A) of
the main bow (B)
onto the windshield frame and
secure with the
pins.
2. Slide the eye ends
of the aft legs (C)
into the deck hinge s
(D) and secure with
the pins.
3. Unfold th e canvas
top (E) and slide
the windshield
hinges (F) of the
forward legs (G)
onto the windshield frame and
secure with the
pins.
4. If equipped, zip the
front curtain (H)
and the side curtains (I) to the top
(E) first and then
snap the curtains to
the windshield
frame.
• The jaw slides (J)
should not need to
be adjusted.
• If you decide to
adjust the jaw slide
positions, obtain the
correct measurements from your
selling dealer.
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NEVER use detergents when washin g t he canvas . Detergents can destr oy t h e water repellency,
and mildew/UV resistant fini sh of your ca nvas.
CAUTION
!
• Soaking in bleach solutions may remove the waterproof finish of the fabric and may also
decrease the life of the polyester thread used in the canvas .
• If needed, a water repellent treatment should be reapplie d to your canvas. Ask your dealer
about the treatments availabl e f or your boat’s canvas.
CAUTION
!
Canvas Care (see also ‘Clear Vinyl Care’ on next page)
• After each use, especially in saltwater, rinse the canvas with cold freshw ater.
• Before stowing, let the canvas air-dry completely.
• The canvas can be rolled or folded for stowage.
Cleaning the Canvas
Regularly clean the canvas to prevent dirt, pollen, and etc. from embedding in the fabric. Generally, it is easiest to
wash the canvas while it is installed on your boat.
• Use a soft-bristled brush to remove all dust and loose dirt.
1. Hose down the canvas with freshwater.
2. Gently wash the canvas with a solution of lukewarm water (no more than 100° F) and non-detergent mild soap,
such as Ivory Snow®, Dreft®, or Woolite®.
3. Rinse thoroughly to remove the soap.
4. Before stowing, let the canvas dry completely.
Stubborn Stains
Some stubborn stains may resist normal washing and you can try the methods below. However, these methods may
remove the waterproof finish of the fabric and may also decrease the life of the polyester thread used in the canvas.
Reapply a water repellent treatment as needed.
Method 1
1. Add 1/8 cup (1 oz.) of non-chlorine bleach to one gallon of water and mix thoroughly.
2. Thoroughly wet the canvas and then gently scrub the stained area with the weak bleach solution.
3. Rinse with cold water to remove all of the solution.
Method 2
1. Add 1/2 cup (4 oz.) of non-chlorine bleach and 1/2 cup (4 o z.) Ivo ry Snow®, Dr eft®, or Woolite® to one gallon
of water and mix thoroughly.
2. Soak the canvas in this solution for about 20 minutes.
3. Rinse with cold water to remove all of the solution.
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• NEVER store the clear vinyl piece s wet, a s thi s wil l c ause a mi lky f il m to deve lop.
• NEVER fold or crease the clear vinyl pieces as cracking will occur.
• Clear vinyl is NOT intended for use when yo ur boat is i n st orage or bei ng moored.
• Clear vinyl does NOT hold up well against ultraviolet rays.
• Under direct sunlight conditions, do NOT let the clear vinyl touch the framework. The
framework radiates heat and can burn the clear vinyl .
CAUTION
!
FOLDING OR OTHERWISE CREASING
CLEAR VINYL WILL CAUSE DAMAGE
SUCH AS CRACKING TO OCCUR
AFTER CLEAR VINYL PARTS HAVE
COMPLETELY AIR DRIED THEY CAN BE
ROLLED OR SIMPLY LAID FLAT FOR STOWAGE
NEVER FOLD OR CREASE CLEAR VINYL!
Clear Vinyl Care
• After each use, especially in saltwater, rinse the clear vinyl with cold freshwater.
• Before stowing, the clear vinyl must be completely dry. Air-drying is best, but you can also car efully dry the vinyl
with a chamois or soft cotton cloth.
• The clear vinyl can
be rolled or laid out
flat for stowage.
• Never fold or crease
the clear vinyl parts
as cracking will
occur.
Cleaning Clear
Vinyl
Regularly clean the
clear vinyl to prevent
dirt, pollen, and etc.
from marrin g the surface. Generally, it is
easiest to clean the
clear vinyl while it is
installed on your boat.
1. Hose down the
clear vinyl with
freshwater.
2. Using a soft cot-
ton cloth (paper
towels are abra sive and must
never be used on
clear vinyl), gen-
tly wash the clear
vinyl with soap
and water.
3. Rinse thoroughly to remove the soap.
4. Before stowing, the clear vinyl must be completely dry. Air-drying is best, but you can also carefully dry the
vinyl with a chamois or soft cotton cloth.
• Ask your dealer about products available to keep the clear vinyl polished and looking new.
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NOTICE
ALWAYS keep an approved ABC-type fir e extinguisher in galley ar ea.
CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING HAZARD!
• The alcohol stove is a sourc e of dangerous carbon monoxide gas (CO).
• BEFORE using the alcohol stove, Open doors and windows to make sure
there is enough fresh air for ventilation.
• Read the Carbon Monoxide (CO) section in Chapter 1 of this supplement.
DANGER!
!
• Open flame cooking appliances consume oxygen. This can caus e asphyxiation or death.
• Maintain open ventilation.
WARNING!
!
BURN/SCALDING and/or FIRE HAZARD!
• Read the stove’s ins truc ti on manual BEFORE using.
• ALWAYS keep an approved ABC-type fir e ex tinguisher in the galley ar ea.
• Do NOT use the s tove whil e underway.
• Any non-cooking devices on or near your stove dur ing use are potential fire hazards !
• Do NOT touch the burners, grates or nearby surfaces as they may be hot even when they ar e
dark in color.
• Areas near the burners and grates may become hot enough t o cause burns.
• During and after use, do NOT touch or let clothi ng or ot her f lammable materi al come in
contact with the heated units or the areas near the units (burner tops, main fra me sides and
back, sea rails and pot holders) until they ha ve had sufficient time to cool.
WARNING!
!
PRODUCT DAMAGE HAZARD!
NEVER use alcohol and electric burners at t he same t ime. To do so will cause overheating,
which can destroy the el ect ric ele me nts.
CAUTION
!
Chapter 7: Appliances & Entertainment Systems
• All appliances and entertainment systems have their own instruction sheets and/or manuals that contain detailed
information and important safeguards.
• Read these instruction sheets and manuals before using your boat’s appliances and entertainment systems.
• If applicable, make sure the 110-volt AC bre aker is turned On for the applia nce or ent ertai nment sys tem you wish
to use.
Alcohol/110-Volt Electric Stove (If Equipped)
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AM radio reception may be impaired anytime the engine is running.
NOTICE
Refrigerator (If Equipped)
The refrigerator runs on 12-volt DC power unless 110-volt AC power is being supplied by shore power and the
refrigerator’s 110-volt AC master panel circuit breaker is On.
Audio Equipment
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Chapter 8: Convertible Seats, Beds, & Tables
Dinette To V-Berth Conversion
The dinette table can be removed and the dinette area can be converted into a berth.
1. Remove the table (A) and the table leg (B).
2. Place the filler boards (C) so that they fit securely into the recessed edges (D) at the edge of the dinette seats.
3. Place the filler cus hions (E) on top of the filler boards (C).
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• Be conservative in the use of battery power.
• Prolonged use of cabin interior light s (ov erni ght) WILL result in a drained battery.
CAUTION
!
Avoid the storage of gear where it would block navigation li ghts from view.
CAUTION
!
Running lights are leg all y required to show boat direction and right-of-way at nig ht.
NOTICE
Chapter 9: Lights
Care & Maintenance
Although all lights installed on your boat are of top quality, they will occassionally fail. Always carry spare bulbs of
the correct size and wattage, but before replacing non functioning lights, check for other common causes, such as:
• There may be a blown fuse - replace the fuse.
• A wire may be damaged or may have come loose - repair as required.
• The bulb base may be corroded - clean the base and coat it with non-conductive electrical lubricant.
Interior & Exterior Lights
• The lights are powered by your boat’s 12-volt DC system.
• The battery switch must be turned On for the lights to work.
Navigation Lights
Spotlight (If Equipped)
Read the spotlight operating instructions before using the spotlight.
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EXTREME FIRE, SHOCK and EXPLOSION HAZARD!
• NEVER install non-ignition prote cte d swit ches o r other arcing devices in t he
fuel compartment.
• NEVER substitute automotive parts for marine par ts. Mari ne el ect ric al, i gnit ion, and fuel
system parts were designed and manufac tur ed to comply with rules and laws that minimize
the risks of fire and explo sion.
• NEVER change the electrical systems or r e lev ant drawings.
• Allow ONLY trained personnel to i nsta ll batteries and/or do electrical syst em work.
• Make sure that ALL battery switches are turned Of f BEFORE working in the engine spaces.
DANGER!
!
FIRE and EXPLOSION HAZARD!
Fuel vapors can explode! BEFORE turning on electri cal devic es or working on the electrical
system:
1. Check the bilge areas for fuel vapors or leaking fuel. If you see leaking fuel or smell
fuel vapors:
a. Do NOT start the engine or generator (if equipped), do NOT turn On any electrica l
devices, put out ALL cigarette s, ci gars , and othe r sources of flame or ignition.
b. Get everyone off your boat.
c. Get trained help to find and fix the probl em.
2. Run the bilge blower (s) fo r at lea st four minutes BEFORE engine star ting, el ectric al s ystem
work, or turning on electrical devi ces .
WARNING!
!
SHOCK and ELECTRICAL SYSTEM DAMAGE HAZARD!
When the engine is running, NEVER turn Off the batte ry switch or disconnect the battery cables. Doing either could caus e damage t o your boat’s engine and/or electrical
system.
CAUTION
!
Electrical connections ar e prone to corros ion. To reduce corrosi on- caused electrical proble ms:
• Keep ALL electrical connections clean.
• Apply a spray-on protectant that is designed to protect conne cti ons f rom corrosion.
NOTICE
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SHOCK and ELECTRICAL SYSTEM DAMAGE HAZARD!
When the engine is running, NEVER turn Off the batte ry switch or disconnect the battery cables. Doing either could caus e damage t o your boat’s engine and/or electrical
system.
CAUTION
!
Make sure your selling dea ler ful ly ex plai ns how to use the battery switch.
NOTICE
12-Volt DC System
Batteries
• The batteries supply electricity for lights, 12-volt accessories and engine starting.
• The Electrical section in Chapter 8 of the Cruiser & Yacht Owner’s Manual provides battery care and
maintenance instructions.
Battery Switch (If Equipped with One Battery)
• Standby-loads, such as the automatic
bilge pumps and the stereo memory, are
not affected by the bat tery switch becaus e
they are wired directly to the battery.
• Turn the battery switch to the Off
position whenever your boat will be
unoccupied for long periods of time.
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SHOCK and ELECTRICAL SYSTEM DAMAGE HAZARD!
When the engine is running, NEVER turn Off the batte ry switch or disconnect the battery cables. Doing either could caus e damage t o your boat’s engine and/or electrical
system components.
CAUTION
!
Since your boat’s batteries were inst all ed by your deal er, the battery switch positions listed
below may vary . Make sure your selling deal er f ully explains how to use the battery switches.
NOTICE
Battery Switch (If Equipped with Two Batteries)
• Standby-loads, such as the automatic
bilge pumps and the stereo memory,
are not affected by the battery switch
since they are wired directly to the
batteries.
• Turn the battery switch to the Off
position whenever your boat will be
unoccupied for long periods of time.
Battery Switch Positions
BATTERY SWITCH
POSITIONS
POSITION
1
POSITION
2
POSITION BOTH or
1 & 2
ENGINE
STARTING
Battery 1
provides start-
ing power
Battery 2
provides start-
ing power
BOTH batteries
Provide starting
power
ACCESSORIES & LIGHTS
Battery 1
provides power for
accessories and lights
Battery 2
provides power for
accessories and lights
BOTH batteries provide
power for accessories and
lights (not advised unless
engine is running)
ENGINE
ALTERNATOR
Charges
battery 1
Charges
battery 2
Charges BOTH
batteries
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BATTERY
CHARGER
Charges BOTH
batteries
Charges BOTH
batteries
Charges BOTH
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Do NOT use the 12-volt DC accessory outlet with a c igarette or cigar lighter. High temperatures may melt the outlet.
CAUTION
!
ENGINE and ELECTRICAL SYSTEM DAMAGE HAZARD!
NEVER run your boat’s engine and t he bat ter y char ger at the same time.
CAUTION
!
• The battery charging systems (alternator and ba tte ry charger) installed on your boat are
designed to charge conventional l ead- acid ba tte ries.
• BEFORE installing gel-cell or other new technol ogy batter ies, consu lt with t he battery man-
ufacturer about charging syst em requirements.
CAUTION
!
Fuses & Circuit Breakers
• Circuit breakers for the engine and main accessory power are on the 12-volt DC push-to-reset circuit breaker
panel and on the battery switch panel.
• See the Component Locatio ns section in Chapter 2 for the locations of the b attery s witch panel and the 12-vo lt DC
push-to-reset circuit breakers.
NOTE: Some equipment may have secondary fuse protection at the unit, or behind the battery switch panel, or at
the batterie s.
12-Volt DC Accessory Outlets
• These accessory outlets can be used with any 12-volt device that draws 15-amps or less.
• The 12-volt DC accessory outlets are protected by a 15-amp breaker on the 12-volt DC push-to-reset circuit
breaker panel.
• See the Component Locations section in Chapter 2 for the location of the 12-volt DC accessory outlets.
Alternator
The alternator charges the battery when the engine is running at, or above, cruising speeds.
Battery Charger (If Equipped)
• Before using the battery char ger , read all instruct ions and wa rnings: (1) on the battery char ger , (2) on the batteries ,
and (3) in the battery charger manual.
• The battery charger will automaticall y charge your boat ’s batteries when 1 10- vol t AC power is being provided by
shore power, and the battery charger circuit breaker on the 110-volt AC master panel is On.
• The battery switch(es) can be in any position during charging.
• During battery charging you may use 12-volt accessories, such as the lights and stereo, but battery charging will
take longer.
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WATER HEATER DAMAGE HAZARD!
• Do NOT turn On the water heater ci r cuit br eaker on the 110-volt AC master panel until the
water heater tank is COMPLETELY filled with water.
• The tank is full if water flows from the tap when the hot water is turned On in the galley.
• Even brief water heater operation with a dry tank WILL damage the he ati n g el ements .
• Warranty replacements will NOT be made on elements damaged in this manner.
CAUTION
!
• When using shore power, the use of several 110-volt AC accessories at the same ti me can
result in an overloaded circuit.
• You may have to turn Off one or more accessor ies to use another accessory.
NOTICE
110-Volt AC System (If Equipped)
• To gain a basic understanding of your boat’s 110-volt AC system, read the handbook, A Boater’s Guide To AC
Electrica l Systems. If this handbook is not in your owner’s packet, call 360-435-8957 and the handbook will be
mailed to you.
• The 110-volt AC system is energized by shore power.
• Individual breakers on the 110-volt AC master panel must be turned On to supply power to the accessories you
wish to us e.
• The 110-volt AC master panel may contain circuit breakers for accessories that are not available for your boat.
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FIRE, EXPLOSION and SHOCK HAZARD!
• Use ONLY compatible shore power conne ctor s and NEVER alt er t he conne ctors.
• Turn Off ALL br eakers and swit ches on t he 110-volt AC master panel BEFORE plugging in
or unplugging the shore power cord.
• To prevent shock or i njury from drop
p
ing a "hot" cord into the water:
a. ALWAYS plug the shor e po we r cor d int o the boat i nlet first, and then into the
dockside outlet.
b. When unplugging from shore power, ALWAYS unplug the shore power cord from the
dockside outlet first.
• NEVER leave the shore power cord plugge d int o the docksi de out let ONLY.
• ONLY use shore power cords appr o ved fo r ma rine use. NEVER use or dinary indoor or out-
door extension cords.
DANGER!
!
SHOCK and ELECTRICAL SYSTEM DAMAGE HAZARD!
• Monitor the polarity indicator lig hts EVER Y TI ME you c onnect to s hore power.
• If a reversed polarity light turns On when you ar e co nnect ing t o shore power, do NOT turn
On the main bre aker s witc hes.
• Instead, IMMEDIATELY unplug the shor e po wer cor d (ALWAYS from the dockside outlet
first) and alert marina management.
WARNING!
!
SHOCK and ELECTRICAL SYSTEM DAMAGE HAZARD!
• BEFORE each use, check the shore power cord for defec ts or damage.
• NEVER use a damaged or faulty cord since the danger of f ire and electrical shock exis ts.
• Do NOT pinch the shore power cord in doors or ha tches , or c oil the s hore power cord too
tightly, since these situations can generate enough heat to re sult in a f ire.
• If a shore power cord is dropped into the water, COMPLETELY dry the blades and contact
slots BEFORE using.
WARNING!
!
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM DAMAGE HAZARD!
• NEVER connect to dockside power outside of North America unles s you hav e the inte r-
national electrical conversi on opti on.
• Using several 1 10 -vol t AC acc essories at the same time can r esul t i n an over loade d ci rcuit.
You may have to turn Off one or more acce ssor ies to use another accessory.
• Use double insulated or three-wire protected el ect ric al appl iances whenever possible.
CAUTION
!
Shore Power
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SHOCK and ELECTRICAL SYSTEM DAMAGE HAZARD!
• Monitor the polarity indicator lig hts EVER Y TI ME you c onnect to s hore power.
• If a reversed polarity light turns On when you connect to shore power, do NOT turn On the
main breaker switches.
• Instead, IMMEDIATELY unplug the shore power cord (ALWAYS from the dockside outlet
first) and alert marina management.
WARNING!
!
Connecting to Shore Power
1. Review all hazard information
on the previous page.
2. Turn Off all breakers and
switches on the 110-volt AC
master panel.
3. Attach the shore power cord to
the boat inlet first, then to the
dockside outlet.
4. Turn the SHORE POWER master breaker On .
5. As needed, turn On the individual component breakers on the
110-volt AC master panel.
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Electrical Routings
Deck 12-Volt Electrical Harness
Hull 12-Volt Electrical Harness
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Important Records
Selling Dealer
Name Of Dealership
Address
Phone/FAX/E-mail
Sales Manager
Service Manager
Engine
Manufacturer Model Name/Number
Engine Serial Number
Oil Type/SAE Quarts per Engine Filter Type
Key Numbers
Ignition Other
Electronics
Manufacturer Model Name/Number
Serial Number
Manufacturer Model Name/Number
Serial Number
Manufacturer Model Name/Number
Serial Number
Propeller
Manufacturer Pitch
Manufacturer Model Name/Number
Serial Number
Model Number
Manufacturer Model Name/Number
Serial Number
Manufacturer Model Name/Number
Serial Number
Manufacturer Model Name/Number
Serial Number
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Float Plan
Before going boating, fill out a copy of this float plan (or similar) and leave it with a reliable person whom you can
depend on to contact the Coast Guard or other rescue organization, if you do not return as scheduled.
Description of Boat
Registration/Documentation Number
Length Make Type
Hull Color Trim Color
Fuel Capacity Engine Type Number of Engines
Distinguishing Features
Distinguishing Features
Operator of Boat
Full Name
Male or Female Age Health
Address
Full Name
Age Health Phone Number
Full Name
Age Health Phone Number
Full Name
Age Health Phone Number
Full Name
Age Health Phone Number
Full Name
Address
Phone/FAX/E-mail
Operator’s Experience
Persons Onboard
Full Name
Age Health Phone Number
Full Name
Age Health Phone Number
Age Health Phone Number
Full Name
Age Health Phone Number
Full Name
Age Health Phone Number
Full Name
Age Health Phone Number
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Survival Equipment
Marine Radio (Yes/No) Type Frequencies
Number of PFDs Flares (Yes/No) Mirror (Yes/No)
Smoke Signals (Yes/No) Flashlight (Yes/No) Food (Yes/No)
Water (Yes/No) Anchor (Yes/No) Raft/Dinghy (Yes/No)
Paddles (Yes/No) EPIRB (Yes/No) Other
Other Other Other
Vehicle Description
Make Model
Color License Number
Trip Expectations
Departing From
Departure Date Departure Time
Stopover 1
Arrive No Later Than: Date Arrive No Later Than: Time
Stopover 2
Arrive No Later Than: Date Arrive No Later Than: Time
Stopover 3
Arrive No Later Than: Date Arrive No Later Than: Time
Where is the Vehicle Parked?
Stopover 4
Arrive No Later Than: Date Arrive No Later Than: Time
Stopover 5
Arrive No Later Than: Date Arrive No Later Than: Time
Stopover 6
Arrive No Later Than: Date Arrive No Later Than: Time
Final Destination Port (If Different Than Home Port)
Arrive No Later Than: Date Arrive No Later Than: Time
If not returned by t he date and ti me listed ab ove, call
the Coast Guard or other local authority.
Coast Guard Phone Number
Local Authority Phone Number
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Owner’s Notes
Owner’s Notes
Owner’s Notes
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