Bayliner 275 Owner's Manual

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CONTENTS
1 Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard!
1 Dimensions and Tank Capacities 1 Layout View 1 Dealer Service 2 Warranty Information 2 Boating Experience 2 Engine & Accessories Guidelines
3Propeller
3 Engine & Accessories Literature 3 Qualified Maintenance 4 Safety Standards 5 Special Care For Moored Boats
5 Sacrificial Anodes (Zincs)
6 Boat Lifting 7 Carbon Monoxide (CO)
7 Facts about CO 8 Where and How CO Can Accumulate 8 How to Protect Yourself and Others From CO 9 Trip Checklist 9 Monthly Checklist 9 Annual Checklist 9 Carbon Monoxide Alarm System 10 More Information
11 Chapter 2: Locations
11 Exterior Views
11 Hull Views 12 Deck Views 13 Helm
14 Component Locations
24 Chapter 3: Propulsion &
Related Systems
24 Engine 24 Bilge Blower System 25 Fuel System
26 Fuel Fill & Vent 26 Gas Engine Fuel Filters 27 Fuel/Water Separator Filter
(Diesel Engine Only)
27 Anti-siphon Valve (Gas Engine Only)
28 Fire Suppression System (If Equipped)
29 Chapter 4: Controls & Gauges
29 Steering 29 Shift/Throttle Control 29 Power Trim and Tilt 30 Trim Tabs 31 Gauges
31 Cleaning Gauges 31 Gauge Fogging 31 Radio Transmission Interference 31 Fuel Gauge
32 Chapter 5: Navigation &
Communication Equipment
32 Compass 32 Depth Finder 32 VHF Radio (If Equipped)
33 Chapter 6: Plumbing
33 Bilge Pumps
34 Bilge Pump Testing 35 Autofloat Switches
36 Seawater Systems
36 Seacocks 36 Seawater Strainers
37 Freshwater System
38 Freshwater System Winterizatio n 39 Water Heating System (If Equipped) 39 Winterizing the Water Heater 40 Transom Shower (If Equipped)
40 Drain Systems
40 Deck Drains 40 Gray Water Drains
40 Shower Drain System 41 Marine Head with Holding Tank (If Equipped)
41 Using The Marine Head 41 Winterizing The Marine Head 41 Macerator (If Equipped)
42 Chapter 7: Deck Equipment
42 Cleats and Tow Eyes 42 Windlass (If Equipped) 43 Canvas
44 Canvas Care 45 Clear Vinyl Care
46 Chapter 8: Appliances &
Entertainment Systems
46 Alcohol/Electric Stove 47 Refrigerator 47 Audio Equipment
48 Chapter 9: Convertibl e Seats,
Beds, & Tables
48 Dinette
49 Chapter 10: Lights
49 Care and Maintenance 49 Interior & Exterior Lights 49 Navigation Lights 49 Spotlight (If Equipped)
50 Chapter 11: Heating & Air Conditioning
50 Air Conditioning System (If Equipped)
51 Chapter 12: Electrical System
52 12-Volt DC System
52 Batteries 52 Battery Switch 52 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 52 12-Volt Accessory Outlets 53 Alternator 53 Battery Charger
54 120-Volt AC System
55 Shore Power 56 Connecting To Shore Power
57 Electrical Routings
57 12-Volt Direct Current Electrical Harness 58 120-Volt Alternating Current
Electrical Harness 59 Battery Cable Routings 60 Bonding Harness 61 Deck Harness Routing System
62 Wiring Diagrams
62 Direct Current Electrical System 63 Single Shore Power (If Equipped) 64 Dual Shore Power (If Equipped)
65 Important Records
66 Float Plan
Hazard Boxes & Symbols
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.
DANGER!
!
This box alerts you to immediate hazards whi ch WILL cause severe personal injury or death if the warning is ignored.
This box alerts you to hazards or unsafe pract ice s whic h COULD r esul t in 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 is ig nored.
CAUTION!
!
NOTICE
This box calls attention to inst all ati on, ope rati on or mai ntenance information, which is important to proper operati on but i s not hazard related.
EXPLOSION
HAZARD!
NO OPEN
FLAME!
HOT
HAZARD!
ROTATING
PROPELLER HAZARD!
FALLING
HAZARD!
ELECTRICAL
HAZARD!
CO POISO N ING
HAZARD!
FIRE
HAZARD!
RUN BILGE BLOWERS
FOR 4 MINUTES!
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275 Owner’s Manual Supplement
Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard!
This Owner’s Manual Supplement provides informati on about you r boat tha t is not covered in the Cruiser & Yacht
Owner’s Manual.
Before using your boat, study this Owner’s Manual Supplement, the Cruiser & Yacht Owner’s Manual, and all
engine an d accessory l iterature carefully.
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
Layout View
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.
Overall Length
Bridge
Clearance
Beam
Draft
(Hull)
Draft
(Maximum)
Fuel Capacity
(gal.)
Freshwater
Capacity (gal.)
Waste Holding
Tank Capacity (gal.)
26' 7" 7' 3" 9' 5" 1' 9" 3' 2" 84 31 20
stove
stove
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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 receive a copy of the Limited Warranty, please contact your Bayliner dealer or call 360-435-8957
for a copy.
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, obtain handling and operating experience before assuming command of this 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 instructor s.
Engine & Accessories Guidelines
Your boat’s engine and accessories were selected to provide optimum performance and service.
Installing a different engine or other accessories may cause unwanted handling characteristics.
Should you choose to install a different engine or to add accessories that will affect the boat’s running trim, have
an experienced marine technician perform a safety inspection and handling test before operating your boat again.
Certain modifications to your boat will result in cancellation of your warranty protection.
Always check with your dealer before making any modifications to your boat.
CONTROL HAZARD!
A qualified operator must be in control of the boat at all times. DO NOT operate your boat while under the influence of alcohol or dr ugs.
WARNING!
!
When storing your boat please r ef er t o your e ngine’s operation and maintenance manuals.
NOTICE
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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.
Engine & Accessories Literature
The engine and accessories installed on your boat come with their own operation and maintenance manuals.
Read thes e manuals before using the engine and accessories.
Unless noted otherwise, all engine and a ccessory literature referred to in this Supplement is included in your
owner’s packet.
Qualified Maintenance
Failure to maintain your boat’s systems (listed in the warning above) as designed could violate the laws in your jurisdiction and could expose you and other people to the danger of bodily injury or accidental death.
Follow the instructions provided in the Cruiser & Yacht Owner’s Manual, this Supplement, the engine owner’s manual and all accessory literature.
ENGINE DAMAGE HAZARD!
The factory standard propell er may not be the best for your particular boat and load conditions. Refer to the engine manual for engine RPM ratings. The engine should reach, but not exceed its full rated RPM when full -throttle is applied.
Immediately contact your local Bayliner dealer if:
The engine cannot reach its full ra ted RPM when ful l-throttle is applied, or;
The engine exceeds its full rated RPM when full-t hrottle is applied.
CAUTION
!
To maintain the integrity and safety of your boat, allow only qualified personne l to perf orm maintenance on, or in any way modify the:
Steering System
Propulsion System
Engine Control System
Fuel System
Environmental Control Syst em
Electrical System
Navigational System.
WARNING!
!
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Safety Standards
Your boat’s mechanical and electrical systems were designed to meet safety standards in effect at the time it was built.
Some of these standards were mandated by law, all of them were designed to insure your safet y, and the safety of other people, vessels and property.
In addition to this Supplement, please read the Cruiser & Yacht Owner’s Manual and all accessory instruc ti ons for important safety standards and hazard information.
FA LLING an d ROTATI NG PROPELLE R HAZARD!
NEVER allow anyone to ride on parts of the boat not designed f or such use.
Sitting on seat backs, lounging on the forward deck, bow r iding ,
gunwale riding or occupying the transom platf orm whil e under way is e spec ial ly haz ardous and will cause personal injury or death.
DANGER!
!
ROTATING PROPELLER and CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING HAZARD!
NEVER allow anyone to occupy , or ha ng from, the back deck or swim platform while the engine(s) are running.
Teak surfing, dragging, or water skiing within 20 feet of a moving watercraft can be fatal.
DANGER!
!
DANGER
PERSONAL SAF ETY HAZARD!
ALWAYS secure the anchor and other loose objects before getti ng underway. The ancho r and other items that are not properly secured can come l oose when the boat i s movi ng and caus e personal injury or death.
DANGER!
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Special Care For Moored Boats
Whether moored in saltwater or freshwater, your boat will collect marine growth on its hull bottom.
This will detract from the boat’s beauty, greatly affect its performance and may damage the gelcoat.
Periodically haul the boat out of the water and scrub the hull bottom with a bristle brush and a solution of soap
and water.
Sacrificial Anodes (Zinc s)
Your boat is equipped with sacrificial anodes (zincs) to protect underwater metal parts from excessive deterioration. Check the zincs regularly and replace them if they have deteriorated more than 70%.
There are many factors that affect the rate at which the zincs deteriorate, including:
Water temperature.
Salinity.
Water pollution.
Stray electrical current from the boat or dock may cause complete deterioration in just a few weeks.
If there is rapid zinc deterioration, measure the electrolytic corrosion around your boat with a Corrosion
Test Meter.
T o help s eal the hul l bottom and reduc e the possi bility of gelcoat bl istering on moored bo ats, apply an epoxy barrier coating.
The barrier coating should be cover ed wi th se veral coat s of anti -f ouli ng paint.
Many states regulate the chemical co ntent of bottom paints in order to meet env ironmental
standards. Check with your local deale r about recommended bottom paints, and about the laws in effect in your area.
NOTICE
Do not paint between t he zi nc and t he metal sur face it contacts and do not paint over the zincs.
If the zincs are not bond ed correctly, they will not provide protection.
NOTICE
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Boat Lifting
Always follow the lift equipment’s instructions and requirements.
Water in the bilge can shift and change th e balance of the load.
If water is present in the bilge, pump or drain the water out of the bilge areas before lifting your boat.
When lifting your boat, always position the lifting slings at the port and starboard lifting sling label positions as
shown in the illustration.
PERSONAL INJURY and /or PRODUCT OR PROPERTY DAMAGE HAZARD!
Lifting slings may slip on the hull.
Avoi d ser ious injury or death by securing the lift ing slings together before lifting.
WARNI NG!
!
PERSONAL INJURY and /or PRODUCT OR PROPERTY DAMAGE HAZARD!
NEVER lift any boat using the cleats, or the bo w and ste rn eye s.
WARNI NG!
!
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 lifting
your boat.
WARNI NG!
!
PRODUCT or PROPERTY DAMAGE HAZARD!
When lifting any boat, always use a spr eade r bar. The spreader bar must be equal to the width of the boat at each lifting poi nt.
CAUTION
!
LIFTING SLING LABELS
(TYPICAL PORT & STARBOARD)
42.5"3.5"
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Carbon Monoxide (CO)
Facts about CO
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
Carbon monoxide gas (CO) is colorless, odorless, t asteless, and
extremely dangerous.
All engines, generato rs, and f uel burning a ppli ances produce CO as exhaust.
Prolonged exposure to low conce ntra tions or very quick exposure to high concentrations will cause BRAIN DAMAGE or DEATH.
Teak surfing, dragging, or water skii ng wit hin 20 feet of a moving watercraft can be fata l.
DANGER!
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Where and How CO Can Accumulate Stationary Conditions That Increase CO Accumulations Include:
To correct stationary situations A and/or B:
Close all windows, portlights and hatches.
If possible, move your boat away from source of CO.
Running Conditions That Increase CO Accumulations Include:
To correct running situations C and/or D:
Trim bow down.
Open windows and canvas.
When possible, run boat so that prevailing winds help dissipate exhaust.
How to Protect Yourself and Ot hers From CO
Know where and how CO may accumulate in and around your boat (see above).
Maintain fresh air circulation throughout the boat at all times.
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 swim platform while the engine(s) are running.
Never enter the areas under swim platforms where exhaust outlets are located.
Although CO can be present without the smell of exhaust fumes, if exhaust fumes are detected on the 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.
Install and maintain CO a larms ins ide your boat. Do not i gnore any alarm. Repl ace alarms as reco mmended by the
alarm manufacturer.
Follow the checklists provided on the next page.
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: 1-800-368-5647 or on the Internet at: http://www.cgaux.org
U.S. Power Squadrons: 1-888-FOR-USPS (1-888-367-8777) or on the Internet at: http://www.usps.org
A. Using engine, generator, or other fuel burn-
ing device when boat is moored in a con­fined space.
B. Mooring too close to another boat that is
using its engine, generator, or other fuel burning device.
C. Running boat with trim angle of bow too high. D. Running boat without through ventilation
(station wagon effect).
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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 indicate an exhaust component failure.Test the operation of each CO alarm 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 exh aust h ose s for burne d, cra cked, o r det erior ated secti ons. All ru bber hoses shoul d be pliable and
free of kinks.
Annual Checklist
Have a Qualified 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 a nd the elbow.
Clean, inspect, and confirm proper operation of the generator cooling water anti-siphon valve (if equipped).
Carbon Monoxide Alarm System
Do not disconnect the alarm system.
Read the manufacturer’s instructions fo r yo ur CO alarm system. If you did not receive an instruction manual, call
(800) 383-0269 and one will be mailed to you.
If your boat is not equipped with a carbon monoxide alarm, consider purchasing one from your dealer or marine supply store.
The stereo memory and CO monitor(s) place a small, but cons tant drai n on the batt ery.
If your boat will be unattended for an extended amount of time, plug into shore power with
the battery charger turned On.
NOTICE
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More Information
For more informati on about h ow you can p revent ca rbon monoxid e pois oning on r ecreati onal boat s and oth er ways t o boat more sa fely, 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: 1-800-368-5647 or on the Internet at: http://www.cgaux.org U.S. Power Squadrons: 1-888-FOR-USPS (1-888-367-8777) or on the Internet at: http://www.usps.org
United States Coast Guard Office of Boatin g Safety (G-O PB-3) 2100 Second Street SW Washington, DC 20593 www.uscgboating.org 1-800-368-5647
National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA)
200 East Randolph Drive Suite 5100 Chicago, IL 60601-9301 www.nmma.org 312-946-6200
American Boat & Yacht Council, Inc. (ABYC)
3069 Solomon’s Island Road Edgewater, MD 21037- 1416 www.abycinc.org 410-956-1050
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Chapter 2: Locations
Exterior Views
Hull Views
STARBOARD HULLSIDE
PORT HULLSIDE
TRIM TAB
TRIM TAB
TRANSOM
STERN
EYES
GARBOARD
DRAIN
BOARDING LADDER
MACERATOR
DISCHARGE
(IF EQUIPPED)
SPEEDOMETER PICKUP
(IF EQUIPPED)
BOW EYE
PORTLIGHTS
HEAD SINK
DRAIN
SHOWER
PUMP DRAIN
FORWARD BILGE
PUMP DRAIN
AFT BILGE
PUMP DRAIN
COCKPIT
DRAINS
FUEL TANK VENT
HOLDING TANK
VENT
STORAGE
DRAIN
ANCHOR LOCKER
DRAIN
PORTLIGHT
AIR CONDITIONER
DRAINS
(IF EQUIPPED)
GALLEY SINK
DRAIN
WATER TANK
VENT
COCKPIT DRAINS
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Deck Views
BOW HATCH
NAVIGATION LIGHT
FUEL FILL
DECK FITTING
ANCHOR
WINDLASS
CLEAT
WINDLASS
CONTROLS
(IF EQUIPPED)
SPOTLIGHT
(IF EQUIPPED)
TRANSOM SHOWER
(IF EQUIPPED)
WATER FILL DECK FITTING
CLEAT
SHORE
CLEAT
POWER
(TYPICAL)
NAVIGATION LIGHT
HORN
ANCHOR ROLLER
FORWARD & STARBOARD SIDE
AFT & PORT SIDE
WASTE PUM P-OUT DECK FITTING
INLET
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Helm
ACTUAL LAYOUT MAY VARY DEPENDING ON ENGINE AND ACCESSORY OPTIONS
NOTE: TYPICAL HELM LAYOUT SHOWN
12-VOLT RECEPTACLE
VHF RADIO
(IF EQUIPPED)
DC CIRCUIT BREAKER PANEL
SPEEDOMETER
TACHOMETER
OIL PRESSURE
GAUGE
TEMPERATURE
GAUGE
VOLTMETER
FUEL GAUGE
TRIM & TILT GAUGE
DEPTH FINDER
IGNITION SWITCH
SWITCH PANEL
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Component Locations
12-Volt Accessory Outlets (2):
One is located at the helm on the dash.
The other is located forward of the AC panel in
the galley.
Air Conditioner Seawater Intake Seacock (If Equipped):
Located on the starboard side of the engine room.
12-VOLT RECEPTACLE
12-VOLT RECEPTACLEAC PANEL
AIR CONDITIONER
SEAWATER INTAKE
SEACOCK
(IF EQUIPPED)
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Air Conditioner Unit (If Equipped):
Located in the aft port storage locker under the v-berth mattress.
AC Panel:
Located in the galley.
Batteries:
Locations are one on each side of the engine, in the engine room
AIR CONDITIONER
(IF EQUIPPED)
AC PANEL
BATTERIES
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Battery Charger:
Located on the po rt s ide o f th e engi ne r oom, on the forward wa ll.
Battery Switch:
Located inside the storage hatch under the helm seat.
Bilge Pump and Float Switch - Aft:
Located in the engine room.
BATTERY
CHARGER
BATTERY
SWITCH
AFT BILGE PUMP & FLOAT SWITCH
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Bilge Pump and Float Switch - Forward:
Located under the botto m entr y step.
Access the bilge pump and float
switch by lifting up the bottom entry step.
Carbon Monoxide Monitor:
Located on the ceiling, a bove the aft dinette seat.
DC Circuit Breakers:
The DC main circuit breaker and the circuit breakers for the 'standby loads' are located on the battery switch panel. Access the b attery switch panel through the storage hatch under the helm seat
The rest of the DC circuit brea kers are located on a panel below the helm.
Depth Sounder Thru-hull Transducer:
Located in the engine room, forward of the engine.
BOTTOM
ENTRY STEP
CO MONITOR
DC CIRCUIT
BREAKERS
TRANSDUCER
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Engine Circuit Breake r:
Located on the engine, in the engi ne r oom.
Engine Room:
Access the engine room by lifting the cockpit floor hatch.
Freshwater Fill Deck Fitting:
Located above the swim platform, on the port side of the aft deck.
ENGINE
CIRCUIT
BREAKERS
DIESEL ENGINE GAS ENGINE
COCKPIT FLOOR HATCH
FRESHWATER FILL DECK FITTING
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Freshwater Pump:
Located on the port side of the engine room.
Freshwater Pump Switch:
Located at the forward end of the galley.
Freshwater Tank:
Located on the port side of the engine room.
WATER PUMP
WATER PUMP SWITCH
FRESH
TANK
WATER
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Fuel Fill Deck Fitting:
Located on the starb oard side of the deck just aft of the ventilation cover.
Fuel Shut-off Valve (Diesel Engine Only):
Located on the port wall of the cockpit.
Fuel Tank:
Located in the engine room.
FUEL FILL
DECK FITTING
FUEL SHUT-
OFF VALVE
FUEL TANK
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Macerator Underwater Discharge Seacock (If Equipped):
Located in the star board aft corner of the engine room.
Marine Head Seawater Intake Seacock:
Located under the bottom entry step.
Access the seacock by lifting up the bottom
entry step.
Shore Power Inlet:
Located on the port side of the deck.
MACERATOR UNDERWATER DISCHARGE SEACOCK
(IF EQUIPPED)
BOTTOM ENTRY STEP
SHORE POWER INLET
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Shower Drain Pump:
Located in the storage compartment under the sink in the head.
Shower Drain Pump Switch:
Located in the head.
Spotlight (If Equipped)
Located on the bow.
Spotlight Control (If Equipped):
Located on the helm.
SHOWER DRAIN
VANITY DOORS
PUMP SWITCH
SPOTLIGHT
(IF EQUIPPED)
SPOTLIGHT CONTROL
(IF EQUIPPED)
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Waste Holding Tank:
Located on the starboard s ide of the engine room.
Waste Pump-Out Deck Fitting:
Located on the starboard aft corner of the deck, just above the swim platform and next to the transom door.
WASTE HOLDING TANK
WASTE PUMP-OUT
DECK FITTING
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Chapter 3: Propulsion & Related Systems
Engine
Read the engine operation and maintenance manuals before starting or doing any maintenance on the engine.
Bilge Blower System
The bilge blower removes explosive fumes from the engine and bilge areas. Fresh air is drawn into the engine and bilge areas through the vents.
To make sure the 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.
Always run the bilge blower for at lea st four minutes before starting the engine.
Continue to run the bl ower unti l your bo at has reached cruising speed.
Always run the blower when running the boat below cruising speed.
FIRE/EXPLOSION HAZARD
Use of the bilge blower system is NOT A GUARANTEE that explosive fumes have been removed.
BEFORE starting the engine ALWA YS use the 'sniff te st' to check the engine and bilge areas for fuel vapors.
• If you smell fuel, DO NOT s tart the engine and DO NOT turn On any electrical devices.
If you smell fuel and the engine is already running, shut Of f the engine and turn Off all elec-
trical devices. Investigate i mmedi at ely.
DO NOT obstruct or modify the bil ge bl ower sy stem.
WARNI NG!
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BILGE BLOWER SYSTEM ROUTING
VENTILATION
HOSES
BLOWER
MOTOR
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Fuel System
FIRE, EXPLOSION AND OPEN FLAME HAZARD!
It is very important that the fuel s yst em be ins pect ed thoroughly the first ti me it is fil le d and at each subsequent filling.
Read the fueling instructions in the engi ne oper ati on ma nual.
WARNING!
!
CAUTION
Avoid the storage or handling of gear near the fuel lines, fitting s and tank.
!
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 for detailed instructions on how to bleed the system.
NOTICE
Carefully read the fuel section of both the Cruiser & Yacht Owner’s Manua l and the engi ne operation manual, paying special atte ntion to the subject of fuel recommendations.
NOTICE
GAS FUEL LINE ROUTING (IF EQUIPPED)
FUEL TANK
VENT
FUEL FILL
DECK FITTING
FUEL TANK
FUEL LINE
TO ENGINE
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Fuel Fill & Vent
The fuel fill fitting is marked 'Gas' or ' Diesel'.
If you experience difficulty 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.
Gas Engine Fuel Filters
The fuel pickup tube, located inside the fuel tank, is equipped with a fine mesh screen filter.
In addition, 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 a nd free of deb ris.
Talk to your selling dealer or local marina about fuel additives that help prevent fungus or other buildup in your
fuel tank.
DIESEL FUEL LINE ROUTING (IF EQUIPPED)
FUEL FILL
DECK FITTING
FUEL TANK
VENT
FUEL RETURN
LINE
FUEL FEED
LINE
FUEL FILTER
FUEL TANK
FUEL SHUT-
OFF VALVE
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Fuel/Water Separator Filter (Dies el Engine Only)
The fuel feed line features a fuel/water separator filter.
Service instructions for the fuel/water separator filter is
provided on the filter.
Anti-siphon Valve (Gas Engine Only)
The anti-siphon valve is a vital fuel system part.
If the fuel line ruptures, this valve will prevent the fuel from siphoning from the tank.
The valve is located on the fuel tank, where the fuel feed line attaches to the tank.
The valve is spring loaded and is opened by fuel pump vacuum.
The frequency of water draining or ele ment replacement is determined by the
contamination level in the fuel .
Inspect the collection bowls for water daily .
Replace the elements at least once a ye ar, or when a loss of power is noticed,
whichever comes first.
NOTICE
VENT PLUG
DRAIN PLUG
HAND PRIMER
SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS
If an engine running problem is diagnosed a s fue l st arvat ion, check the anti-siphon valve.
If the valve is stuck or clogged, change or replace it while the engine is s hut down.
NEVER run the engine with the anti-siphon valve removed, except in an emergency.
NOTICE
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Fire Suppression System (If Equipped)
The fire suppression system is designed to extinguish engine compartment fires.
Before using your boat for the first time, read the fire suppression system’s instruction and maintenance manual
and follow all warnings.
The system will discharge automatically whenever direct heat from a fire is detected in the engine compartment.
The system can be discharged manually by pulling the T-handle (labeled “FIRE“) at the helm.
The system can only be discharged once.
After the s ystem is discharged it must be refilled and refurbished before it can be us ed again.
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Chapter 4: Controls & Gauges
Steering
Stern drive models feature power assisted rack-and-pinion steering.
Check the fluid level in the power steering reservoir every time you use your boat.
Boat steering is not self-centering.
Refer to the engine manu al for more st eering system details.
Shift/Throttle Control
Read all of the information about the shift/throttle control in the Cruiser & Yacht Owner’s Manual.
Also, read the shift/throttle control manual and the engine manual.
Power Trim and 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 shifter/throttle manual.
LOSS OF CONTROL HAZARD!
Improper maintenance of shift /throttle hardware may cause a sudden l oss of control!
WARNING!
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Trim Tabs
Before using the trim tabs read the trim tab operation manual.
The trim tabs can be used to help keep your boat level at cruising speeds.
The trim tabs are controlled by two rocker switches at the helm.
Once cruising speed is reached, the port or starboard trim switch may be used (one at a time) to level the boat.
Perform trim tab adjustm ent with several short touches to the switch rather than one long one.
After each short touch allow several seconds for the hull to react.
Periodically (at least once a year) check the fluid level in the trim tab hydraulic fluid reservoir and refill
as necessary.
LOSS OF CONTROL HAZARD!
Improper use of trim tabs will cause loss of cont r ol!
Do not allow anyone unfamiliar with trim tabs to use them.
Do not use trim tabs in a f oll owing sea as they will cause broaching or other uns afe
handling characteristics.
Do not use trim tabs to compens a te for e xces sive unequal weight distribution.
WARNI NG!
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TRIM TAB
(TYPICAL)
TRANSOM VIEW
TRIM TAB SWITCHES
HELM VIEW
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Gauges
Cleaning 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 transm itting.
Fuel Gauge
It is normal for the pointer on your fuel gauge to bounce as fuel sloshes back and forth in the fuel tank.
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 solut ions , ma y cause
the lens to crack.
Lenses cracked in this manner will not be covered by our warranty.
CAUTION!
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Chapter 5: Navigation & Communication Equipment
Read the manuals for all navigation & communication equipment before using these systems.
Compass
Depth Finder
VHF Radio (If Equipped)
Your boat may include a VHF (Very High Frequency) radio.
The VHF radio can be used to access wea th er r epor ts, summon assistance or c ont act other vessels as p er mitt ed by
the FCC (Federal Communications Commission).
Contact the FCC for licensing, rules and regulations concerning VHF radio usage.
Compass accuracy can be affected by many factors.
Have a qualified technician calibrate your compass.
Make sure the technician gives you a deviation car d which shows the corr ections to apply in
navigational calculations.
Keep a copy of the deviation card at the helm.
NOTICE
DO NOT use the depth finder as a navigational aid to prevent collision, gr ounding , boat damage or personal injury.
When the boat is moving, submerged objects will not be seen until they are alr eady under the boat.
Bottom depths may change too quickly to allow ti me for the boa t to react.
If you suspect shallow water or submerged obje cts , run t he boat at very slow speeds.
WARNING!
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Chapter 6: Plumbing
Bilge Pumps
Your boat is equipped with two bilge pumps for pumping water out of the bilge.
The bilge pumps are controlled by automatic float switches (auto float switches) and/or switches at the helm.
Since the bilge pumps are wired directly to the battery, they should work even when the boat is com­pletely shut down.
NOTICE
Discharge of oil, oil waste or fue l i nto navi gabl e wate rs i s prohibited by law. Violators are subject to legal action by the l ocal author it ies .
THRU-HULLS
FORWARD BILGE PUMP
& FLOAT SWITCH
AFT BILGE PUMP
& FLOAT SWITCH
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Bilge Pump Testing
The bilge pumps are vital to the safety of your boat.
Test the bilge pumps often to make sure they are working properly.
Testing process:
1. Turn On the manual switches at the helm.
2. Any water in the bilge should pump overboard.
If a pump motor is running, but not pumping, inspect the discharge hose for a kink or collapsed area.
If no problems are found with the discharge hose, check the bilge pump housing for clogging debris as follows:
Checking for clogging debris:
1. Remove the power cartridge : a. Lift the tab while rotating the fins
counter-clockwise. b. Lift out the power cartridge. c. Clear the outer housing of debris.
2. Reinstall the power cartridge: a. Make sure the “O” ring is properly
seated.
b. Coat the “O” ring with a light film
of vegetable or mineral oil.
c. Align the cams on either side of
the power cartridge with the two slots on the outer housing
d. Press the power cartridge into the
housing while twisting clockwise.
3. Check t he rei nstal lati on by try ing to t wist t he fins counter-clockwise without lifting the tab; th e cart ridge s hould stay in place.
OF OIL
O RING
FIN
POWER
CARTRIDGE
SLOTCAM
(TYPICAL)
LIGHT FILM
OUTER
HOUSING
(TYPICAL)
TAB
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Autofloat Switches
The automatic bilge pumps use float (autofloat) switches to automatically turn On the pumps whenever water
rises to a preset level in the bilge.
The autofloat switches are normally mounted next to the bilge pumps they control.
The autofloat switches should be tested often as follows.
Autofloat testing:
1. Lift the float switch test button
up 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 doesn’t work, it may mean the switch is bad or possibly the battery is low.
2. After testing, push the test but-
ton all the way down to return the float switch to auto mod e.
PUSH SWITCH DOWN
LIFT SWITCH UP
BILGE PUMP SHOULD TURN ON BILGE PUMP SHOULD TURN OFF
FLOAT SWITCH
FLOAT SWITCH
TEST BUTTON
TESTING
When the test is completed on each f loat swit ch, you MUST push the te st but ton al l t he way down to return the switc h to au to mode!
CAUTION!
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Seawater Systems
Seacocks
A seacock is a thru-hull valve, that may be opened to let in water or dischar ge liquids such as waste from the holding tank. Seacocks are typically used on your boat in the following sea­water intak e or liquid discharge systems:
Air conditioning system (if equipped)
Marine he ad system
Before using any of these sy st ems, make sur e that the system’s seacock is Open and remains Open until the system is shut Off.
Seawater Strainers
Seawater strainers are used in water intake systems to filter inc oming seawa ter.
A seawater strainer is located near each system’s seacock.
Check the strainers for leaks and/or debris every time you use your boat.
If debris is found, clean the seawater strainer as follows:
1. Make sure the componen t/syste m (marin e head, air condi tioni ng system, et c.) that the strain er is connec ted to is
turned Off.
2. Close the seacock that sends seawater to the strainer you are about to clean. The seacock must remain Closed
until the strainer is completely reassembled.
3. Take apart the seawater strainer.
4. Remove the debris.
5. Flush the strainer with water.
6. Reassemble the seawater strainer.
7. Open the seacock and check for leaks around the strainer. If no leaks are found, you may use the component
or system.
SYSTEM DAMAGE HAZARD!
Before usi n g a sea water intake system, make sure that the syst em’s seacock is in the Open position before the sys tem is sta rte d and keep t he seacock Open until the system is shut Off.
Close the seacocks whenever the systems will not be used fo r long periods of time.
CAUTION
!
INTAKE STRAINER
HULL
SEACOCK GASKET
SEACOCK (TYPICAL)
SEACOCK
LEVER
SECTION
SEAWATER INTAKE VAL VE (SEACOCK)
COMPONENTS (TYPICAL)
90 DEGREE
FLOODING HAZARD!
The seacock that sends seawater to the strainer must be CLOSED before disassemblin g the seawater strainer to preve nt the boat from taking on water through the seawater strainer assembly.
Keep the seacock CLOSED until the seawater strai ner i s compl etel y reassembled.
SYSTEM DAMAGE HAZARD!
After reassembling the seawater st rai ner, make sure that the seacock valve is OPEN before using the component/system.
CAUTION
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Freshwater System
Read the Freshwater system section in the Cruiser & Yacht
Owner’s Manual.
Your boat is equipped with a pressure type (demand) freshwater (potable) system.
This system can be pressurized by turning On the water pump.
See the Locations section of this Supplement for the location of the
water pump switch.
Since the water pump requires DC power, the battery switch must be turned On for the pump to work.
Turn Off the water pump when the boat is not in use or the water ta nk is empty.
Inspect an d clean the water filter often (located on the water pump).
If your boat is to be l eft u natte nded for a long period of time, p ump th e water tank dry to prevent stored water from becoming stagnant and distasteful.
If the freshwater system needs to be disinfected, ask your dealer about treatments a vaila ble f or your boat’s system.
Only use safe drinking (potable) water in your boat’s freshwater system.
Only use a sanitar y dri nking wat er hos e to f il l th e wate r ta nk or conne ct t o ci ty wat er.
Never use a common garden hose for drinking wate r.
WARNING!
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GALLEY
FAUCET
WATER TANK
VENT
WATER
TANK
TRANSOM
SHOWER
(IF EQUIPPED)
WATER FILL
DECK FITTING
WATER HEATER WATER PUMP
HEAD
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Freshwater System Winterization
1. Turn On the water system sw itch.
2. Open all of the faucets and showers and let the water system drain completely.
3. Turn Off the water system switch. All remaining water must be removed from the water lines. There are two ways to remove the remaining 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 water pump (opposite side from filter).
2. Open the faucet that is furthest away fro m the water pump.
3. Place the air nozzle against the end of the just removed water line and blow air through the system.
4. When water stops coming out of the Open faucet, stop the air and Close the faucet.
5. One at a t ime, r epeat this proce ss 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, replace the dra in plu g.
CAUTION!
WATER SYSTEM DAMAGE HAZARD!
Never blow compressed air t hrough the water system when all of the fauce ts are Closed.
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FRESHWATER TANK
FILTER
WATER PUMP
OUTLET SIDE WATER LINE
INLET SIDE WATER LINE
DRAIN PLUG
TEE FITTING
TYPICAL VIEWNOTE: LOCATION OF TEE FITTING & DRAIN PLUG MAY VARY
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Water Heating System (If Eq uipped)
Read the water heater instruction manual and heed the warnings above.
The water heater is connected to the 120-volt, AC power system.
Turn On the water heater breaker on the AC panel to heat the water.
Winterizing the Water Heate r
1. Turn Off the water heater breaker.
2. Disconnect the hose (A) attached to the pressure relief valve (B).
3. If there is any water in this hose, drain it into the bilge or into a bucket.
4. Open the pressure relief valve (B).
5. Open the drain valve (C).
Leave the pressure relief and drain valves
Open until you fit out the boat after storage.
SCALDING HAZARD!
Water he ate d by the wat er he ater can be hot enough to scald the skin.
WARNING!
!
WATER HEATER DAMAGE HAZARD!
DO NOT turn On the water heater electrical ci rcuit on the AC panel until the water he ater tank is COMPLETELY filled wi th wate r.
Even momentary operation in a dry tank will damage the heati n g el ements .
Warranty replacements WILL NOT be made on elements damaged in thi s manner.
The tank is full if water flows from the tap when the hot water is turned On in the galley.
The water heater should be drained and the power tur ned Off when the possibility of
freezing exists.
CAUTION!
!
NOTICE
If your boat is connected to shore power, but the water heater is not working:
Make sure the water heater circuit breaker on the AC panel is switched On.
If the circuit br eaker on the AC panel is On, but the water heater is still not working:
Consult with your dealer about checking the 'push to reset' circuit breaker located on the water heater.
A
B
C
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Transom Shower (If Equipped)
Read the ma nufacturer’s instructions before
using the transom showe r for the first t ime.
The water pump switch must be turned On before using the transom shower.
Drain Systems
Deck Drains
Water on the deck is drained overboard through the deck drains.
Keep the deck drains free of debris.
Gray Water Drains
The sinks are above the waterline and are gravity drained overboard
Shower Drain System
Turn on the dr ain pump sw itch t o pump the shower drain water overboard.
Periodically clean the strainer.
TRANSOM
SHOWER
STRAINER
PUMP
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Marine Head with Holding Tank (If Equipped)
Before using this system, read
the marine head operation and maintenance manual.
The holding tank is plumbed to a waste fitting on the de ck for dockside pump-out.
Look at the side of the holding tank to check the content level.
Empty the holding tank at every opportunity.
Using The Marine Head
1. Open the head’s seawater
intake seacock.
2. Before using the head,
pump water into the bowl to wet the sides.
3. After use, pump until the
bowlis 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 while the boat is underway or whenever the boat is left moored in th e water.
Winterizing The Marine Head
Read the marine head operation and maintenance manual for winterizing instructions.
Macerator (If Equipp ed)
To use the macerator to pump waste directly into the water (where regulations permit):
1. Open the underwater discharge seacock.
2. Press both macerator switches at the same time to run the pump. D o not continue running the macerator if the
waste holding tank is empty.
3. Close the underwater discharge seacock when you are done pumping.
Check with local authorities for regulations regard ing t he le gal us e of mar ine he ad sys tems.
NOTICE
HOLDING TANK VENT
HOLDING TANK
MACERATOR
(IF EQUIPPED)
WASTE PUMP-OUT DECK FITTING
OVERBOARD DISCHARGE SEACOCK
(IF EQUIPPED)
SEAWATER INTAKE
HEAD
INTAKE PUMP & SEAWATER STRAINER
SEACOCK
Check with local authorities for r egul ati ons re gardi ng the legal use of marine head systems.
NOTICE
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Chapter 7: Deck Equipment
Cleats and Tow Eyes
Carefully read the section on towing in the Cruiser & Yacht Owner’s Manual before:
Towing anything behind the boat.
Being towed by another vessel.
Windlass (If Equipped)
Your boat may feature an anchor windlass.
Read and follow the manufacturer’s instruction manual before using the anchor windlass for the first time.
The windlass can be controlled from a switch at the helm or from the deck foot switches.
Make sure that the windlass breaker is turned On before using the anchor windlass.
To haul the anchor, use engine power (not the windlass) to move the boat to, and directly above, the anchor.
Dislodge the anchor from the bottom by pulling it straight up with the windlass.
Make sure the anchor is secured before getting underway.
PERSONAL INJURY and /or PRODUCT or PROPERTY DAMAGE HAZARD!
NEVER lift the boat using the cleats, bow and st ern ey es.
WARN ING!
!
DANGER
PERSONAL SAF ETY HAZARD!
ALWAYS secure the anchor and other loose objects before getti ng underway. The ancho r and other items that are not properly secured can come l oose when the boat i s movi ng and caus e personal injury or death.
DANGER!
!
PRODUCT DAMAGE HAZARD!
DO NOT pull the boat to the anchor us ing t he windl ass or continue to run the windlass if it has stalled or is overloaded.
CAUTION
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Canvas
1. Slide the swivel ends (A) of the main bow (B) over the side windshield frames (C) and insert the pins (D).
2. Unfold the canvas top and slide the swivel ends of the forward legs (E) over the windshield frame and insert the pins.
3. Slide the eye ends (F) of the aft legs (G) into the deck hinges (H) and insert the pins.
The jaw slides (I) should not need to be adjusted.
However, if you think the jaw slides need to be adjusted, obtain the measurements from your selling dealer.
PRODUCT or PROPERTY DAMAGE HAZARD!
Take down and securely stow ALL canvas before transporting your boat by road.
CAUTION
!
Two people are needed fo r most o f the tasks listed in this sectio n.
NOTICE
B
C
A
I
E
F
D
H
G
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Canvas Care (see also , ‘Clear Vinyl Care’ on next pag e)
After each use, especially in saltwater, rinse the canvas with cold freshwater. Before stowing, let the canvas air dry completely.
The canvas can be rolled or folded for stowage. 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 the boat.
1. Use a soft-bristled brush to remove all dust and loose dirt.
2. Hose down the canvas with freshwater.
3. Gently wa sh the canvas with a sol ution of l ukewarm wate r (no more than 100 F) an d non-dete rge nt soap, s uch as Lux or Ivory Flakes.
4. Rinse thoroughly to remove the soap.
5. Before stowing, let the canvas dry completely.
Stubborn Stains
Some stubborn stains may resist normal washing and you can try the following methods. However, these methods may remove the waterproof finish of th e fabric and may also decrease the life of the polyester thread used in the canvas. Reapply a water repellent treatment as necessary.
Method 1
1. Add 1/8 cup (2 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 remo ve all of the so lution.
Method 2
1. Add 1/2 cup (4 oz.) of non-chlorine bleach and 1/2 cup (4 oz.) Ivory Flakes 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 remo ve all of the so lution.
Never use detergents when washing the canvas . Dete rgents can destroy the 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 als o decrease the life of the polyester thread used in the canvas .
If necessary , a water repellent treatment should be re-appl ied t o your canvas. Ask your dealer about the treatments available for your boat’s canvas.
CAUTION
!
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Clear Vinyl Care
After each use, especially in saltwater, rinse the clear vinyl with cold freshwater. Before stowing, let the clear vinyl air dry completely.
The clear vinyl can be rolled or laid out flat for stowage.
Never fold or crease the clear vinyl parts as cracking will occur.
Regularly clean the clear vinyl to prevent dirt, pollen, and etc. from marring the surface. Generally, it is easiest to clean the cl ear vinyl while it is installed on the boat .
1. Hose down the clear vinyl with freshwater.
2. Using a soft cotton cloth (paper towels are abrasive and should never be used on clear vinyl), gently wash
the clear vi nyl 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.
Never store the clear vinyl pieces wet, as this will cause a milk y fi lm to devel o p.
Never fold or crease t he cl ear vi nyl pieces as cracking will occur.
Clear vinyl is not intended for use when the boat is in st orage or bei ng moored.
Clear vinyl does not hold up well against ultraviolet rays .
Under direct sunlight conditions, do not let the c lea r vi nyl touch the framework. The frame-
work radiates heat and can burn the clear viny l.
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!
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Chapter 8: Appliances & Entertainment Systems
The separate instruction sheets or manuals for all appliances and entertainment systems contain detailed instruc-
tions and important safeguards.
Read the instruction sheets and manuals before using your boat’s appliances and entertainment systems.
If applicable, make sure the AC breaker is turned On for the applia nce or enterta inment system you wish to use.
Alcohol/Electric Stove
NOTICE
Always keep an approved ABC-type fire extinguisher in galley area.
CARBON MONOXIDE POISONIN G HAZARD!
The alcohol stove is a source of dangerous carbon monoxide gas (CO).
Before using the alcohol stove, Open doors and wi ndows to make sure there
is enough fresh air for ventilation.
DANGER!
!
Open flame cooking appliances consume oxygen, thi s ca n cause asphyxi ati on or death.
Maintain open ventilation.
WARNI NG!
!
BURN/SCALDING and/or FIRE HAZARD!
Read the stove’s ins truc ti on manual before using.
Always ke ep an approved ABC-type fire extingui sher i n gal ley area.
Do not use the stov e whil e underway.
Any non-cooking devices on or near your stove dur ing use are potential fire hazards !
Do not touch burners, gr ates or nearby surfaces as they may be hot even when th ey
are dark in color.
Areas near burners and grates may become hot enough t o caus e burns .
During and after use, do not touch or let cl othi ng or o ther fla mmabl e material come in
contact with heated units or ar eas near t he uni ts ( burner tops, main frame sides and back, sea rails and pot holders) until the y have ha d suff ic ient time to cool.
WARNI NG!
!
PRODUCT DAMAGE HAZARD!
To prevent overheating which can destr oy the e lectri c burner eleme nts, NEVER attempt to use both alcohol and electric burners at the same ti me.
CAUTION
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Refrigerator
The refrigerator runs on 12-volt DC power unless 120-volt AC power is being supplied by shore power and the refrigerator’s AC breaker is On.
Audio Equipment
AM radio reception may be impaired anytime the engine is running.
NOTICE
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Chapter 9: Convertible Seats, Beds, & Tables
Dinette
1. Fold the dinette table leg up and lock in place.
2. Place the dinette table (A) in the down position so that if fits securely on the edge lips at the front of the dinette seats.
3. Pull out the forward seat back (B) and place it on top of the dinette table.
4. Unsnap the aft dinette seat back (C) and place on top of the dinette table.
5. Place the filler board (D) so that it fits securely on the edge lips at the V-berth bunk.
6. Place the filler cushion (F) on top of the filler board.
F
A
B
B
B
D
C
C
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Chapter 10: Lights
Care and Maintenance
All of the lights installed on your boat are of top quality, but you should be aware that failure ma y per io dically occur for a variety of reasons:
1. There may be a blown fuse - replace the fuse.
2. The bulb may be burned out - carry spare bulbs for replacement.
3. A wire may be damaged or may have come loose - repair as required.
4. 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 the boat’s 12-volt DC system.
The battery switch must be turned On for the lights to work.
Navigation Lights
Read the navigation light section of the Cruiser & Yacht Owner’s Manual.
Spotlight (If Equipped)
Your boat may feature a spotlight.
Read the spotlight operating instructions before using the spotlight.
Be conservative in the use of battery power.
Prolonged use of cabin interior light s (ov erni ght) will r esul t i n a drai ned bat ter y.
CAUTION!
!
Avoid the storage of gear where it would block navigation lights from view.
CAUTION!
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Chapter 11: Heating & Air Conditioning
Air Conditioning System (If Equipped)
Read the air conditioner manual before
using the air conditioning system.
Before using the air conditioning
system, make sure the breakers on the AC main distribution panel are turned On and that the system’s seawater intake seacock is Open.
The seaco ck must remain Open while
the air conditioner is in use.
Check the seawater strainer for
debris before each use of the air conditioning system.
If the strainer needs to be cleaned out;
follow the directions in the Seawater Systems section of this Supplement.
CARBON MONOXIDE POISONIN G HAZARD!
Dangerous carbon monoxide gas (CO) can be brought into the boat thr ough the air conditioning system.
DANGER!
!
SYSTEM DAMAGE HAZARD!
The air conditioning system’s seawater intake seacock must be Opened before turning On the air conditioner and must stay Opened during use.
CAUTION
!
INTAKE SEACOCK
SEAWATER
SEAWATER STRAINER
INTAKE PUMP
SUMP PUMP
DRAIN
AIR
CONDITIONER
AIR
CONDITIONER
DRAIN
SUMP PUMP BOX
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EXTREME FIRE, SHOCK & EXPLOSION HAZARD!
To minimize the risks of fire and explosion, NEVER install knif e swi tches or ot her a r c ing devices in the fuel compartments.
NEVER substitute automotive parts for marine parts. El ect ric al, i gnit ion a nd fuel syst em parts were designed and manufactured to comply with rules and re gulat ions that minimi ze risks of fire and expl osi on.
DO NOT modify the electrical syst ems or relevant drawings.
Have qualified personnel install batter ies and/or perform electrical system main tenanc e.
Make sure that all battery switches are turned Off before performing any work in the
engine spaces.
DANGER!
!
FIRE & EXPLOSION HAZARD!
Fuel fumes are heavier than air and wi ll collect in the bilge areas where they can be accidently ignited.
Visually and by smell (s nif f te st) , che ck the engine and fuel compartments for fumes or accumulation of fuel.
ALWAYS run the bilge blowers for at least f our m inutes prior to engine starting, ele ctr ical system maintenance or activati on of ele ctr ical devices.
Minimize the danger of fire and expl osi on by not exposi ng the batteries to open flame or sparks. NEVER smoke anywhere near the batteries.
WARNI NG!
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SHOCK & ELECTRICAL SYSTEM DAMAGE HAZARD!
NEVER disconnect the battery cables while t he eng ine i s runni ng si nce i t c an caus e damage to your boat’s e lec tri cal sys tem component s.
CAUTION
!
Electrical connections ar e prone to corros ion. To reduce corrosion caused electrical problems, keep all electrical connections clean and apply a s pray-on pro tectant that is desi gned to pr otect connections from corr osion.
NOTICE
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12-Volt DC System
Batteries
The batteries supply electricity for lights, 12-Volt accessories, and engine starting. The Electrical section of Chapter 8, in the Cruiser & Yacht Owner’s Manual, provides battery, care and maintenance instructions.
Battery Switch
The batteries supply e lectric ity for l ights, 12 -volt accessories, and engine starting.
'Standby Loads', such as the automatic bilge pumps, and the stereo mem ory, are not affected by the battery switch si nce they are wired directly to the battery.
Turn the battery switch to the Off position when- ever the boat will be unoccu pied for lon g periods of time.
Fuses and Circu it Breakers
Fuses and circuit breakers for the engine and main accessory power are on the DC distribution panels and on the battery switch panel.
Some equipment may have secondary fuse protection at the unit, behind the battery management panel or at the batteries.
Electronics power is provided at the helm station.
12-Volt Accessory Outlets
These outlets can be used with any 12-volt device which draws 15-amps or less.
The 12-volt accessory outlets are protected by a 15-amp circuit breaker on the main circuit breaker panel.
Never disconnect the battery cab les or tur n Of f t he batt ery switch while the engine is run-
ning as this can cause damage to your boat’s electrical compone nts
CAUTION
!
BATTERY
SWITCH
DO NOT use the 12-volt accessory outl ets with a cigarette or c igar li ghter. High temperatures may melt the outlets.
CAUTION
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Alternator
The engine alternator will keep the batteries properly charged when running at cruising speeds.
Battery Charger
Before using the battery charger, read all instructions
and warnings: (1) on the battery charger, (2) on the batteries, and (3) in the battery charger manual.
The battery charger will charge the boat’s batteries whenever the boat is plugged into 120V/60Hz shore power and the 'BATTERY CHARGER' AC circuit breaker is On.
The battery switch can be in any position during charging.
You may use DC powered electrical systems, such as the lights and stereo when the battery charger is On, but there will be a corresponding drop in charger performance.
The battery charging systems (alternator and ba tte ry charger) installed on your boat ar e designed to charge conventional l ead- acid ba tte ries.
Before installing gel-cell or other new t echnol ogy bat ter ies , cons ult wi th t he bat tery manu- facturer about charging s yst em requirements.
CAUTION
!
AC PANEL
BATTERY CHARGER
CIRCUIT BREAKER
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120-Volt AC System
The 120-Volt AC system is energized by shore power.
The master circuit breakers, located on the 120-Volt
AC panel, provide power source selections to AC powered accessories.
Individual breakers must be turned On to s upply power
to the accessories you wish to use.
The 120-Volt AC panel may contain inactive circuit
breakers for accessories that are not available for this model boat.
WATER HEATER DAMAGE HAZARD!
Do not turn On the water heater br e aker o n the 12 0-Volt AC panel until the water heater tank is completely fill ed wit h wate r.
The tank is full if water flows from the tap when the hot water is turned On in the galley.
Even momentary operation in a dry tank will damage the heati ng ele me nts.
Warranty replacements will not be made on elements damage d in t his manner.
CAUTION
!
The simultaneous use of several AC components c an result in an overloaded circ uit . It may be necessary to turn Off one or more accessories in order to use ano ther acces sory.
NOTICE
AC PANEL
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Shore Power
FIRE, EXPLOSION & SHOCK HAZARD!
DO NOT alter shore power connectors and use only compatible co nnect ors.
Before pluggi ng in or unplugging the shor e power cord to your boat, make sure al l br eakers
and switches on the AC master panel ar e t urned Off.
To prevent shock or injury from an acci denta l dropping of the “hot” cord into the water, ALWAYS plug the shore power cord to the boat inl et first; t hen to the dockside outle t. When unplugging from shore power, unplug the shore power c ord from the dockside outlet f irs t.
NEVER leave a shore power cord plugged in to t he dockside outlet only.
Only use shor e po we r cor ds approved for marine use. NEVER use ordinary indoor or
outdoor extension cords that ar e not rat ed for ma rine use.
DANGER!
!
SHOCK & 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 connect ing to sho re power, DO NOT turn
On the main bre aker s witc hes.
Instead, IMMEDIATELY unplug the shore power cord (ALWAYS from the dockside outlet first) and alert marina management.
WARNI NG!
!
SHOCK & ELECTRICAL SYSTEM DAMAGE HAZARD!
Before each use, check the shore power cor d(s) for defects or damage.
NEVER use damaged or faulty cords since the danger of f ire and electrical shock exi sts .
DO NOT pinch shore power cords in doors or hatches, or coil the shore power cord too
tightly since these situa ti ons can g enera te enough heat to result in a f ire.
If a shore power cord is dr opped int o the wat er, THOROUGHLY dry the blade s and cont act slots before using.
WARNI NG!
!
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM DAMAGE HAZARD!
NEVER connect to dockside power outside of North Americ a unless you have pur chased the international electrical conversion option.
Using several AC components at the same time can result in an overloaded cir cuit. You may have to turn Off one or mor e appli ances in or der t o use another appliance.
Use double insulated or three-wire protected electrical appliances whenever possi ble.
CAUTION
!
Some dockside outlets may be rated less than 30 amps, the r efor e, you may need to pur chase lower amp adapters.
Whenever a lower amp adapter is used, however, there will be a corresponding drop in supplied power from the dockside sys tem.
NOTICE
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Connecting To Shore Power
1. Review all hazard information
at the beginning of th is section, Shore Power.
2. Turn Off all breakers
and switches on the AC master panel.
3. Atta ch the shore power cord(s) to the boat inlet(s) fi rst, th en to the docksi de outlet(s).
4. Turn the 'SHIP/SHORE' master bre aker(s) on.
5. Turn on the individual compo- nent breakers as required.
SHOCK & 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 are connecting to shor e power, DO NOT turn
On the main bre aker s witc hes.
Instead, IMMEDIATELY unplug the shore power cord (ALWAYS from the dockside outlet first) and alert marina management.
WARNI NG!
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SHORE
INLET
POWER
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Electrical Routings
12-Volt Direct Current Electrical Ha rness
REFRIGERATOR
FORWARD BILGE PUMP
SHOWER DRAIN PUMP
HEAD
TO DASH
FIXED FIRE EXTINGUISHER
(IF EQUIPPED)
BATTERY SWITCH
FUEL TANK
AFT BILGE PUMP
TRIM/TILT
BLOWER
GROUND
BUSS BAR
MACERATOR
(IF EQUIPPED)
BONDING
BLOCK
ENGINE
PLUG
ENGINE
GROUND
TRIM TAB PUMP
WATER PUMP
BATTERY CHARGER
STEREO
12-VOLT ACCESSORY
STEP LIGHT
WATER PUMP SWITCH
PUMP
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120-Volt Alternating Current Electr ical Harness
AIR CONDITIONER
(IF EQUIPPED)
GALLEY OUTLET
MICROWAVE
STOVE
AC PANEL
BATTERY CHARGER
WATER HEATER
HEAD OUTLET
REFRIGERATOR OUTLET
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Battery Cable Routin gs
POSITIVE BATTERY CABLE ROUTINGS
TO WINDLASS
(IF EQUIPPED)
TO DASH
BATTERY SWITCH
STARBOARD BATTERY
TRIM/TILT
PUMP
ENGINE
STARTER
PORT
BATTERY
NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE ROUTINGS
TO WINDLASS
(IF EQUIPPED)
STARBOARD BATTERY
TRIM/TILT
PUMP
ENGINE
GROUND
PORT
BATTERY
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Bonding Harne ss
BONDING
GROUNDING
MACERATOR
AIR CONDITIONER AIR CONDITIONER
FUEL TANK
HEAD INTAKE
AIR CONDITIONER
PUMP
(IF EQUIPPED)
(IF EQUIPPED)
(IF EQUIPPED)
BLOCK
BUSS BAR
THRU-HULL
STRAINER
(IF EQUIPPED)
AIR CONDITIONER
INTAKE
(IF EQUIPPED)
AFT
MACERATOR
(IF EQUIPPED)
THRU-HULL
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Deck Harness Ro uting System
HORN
NAVIGATION LIGHTS
SPEAKER
DINETTE
LIGHTS
WIPER
HEAD
LIGHT
COMPASS
LIGHT
SWITCH
AFT BERTH
LIGHT
SPEAKER
COURTESY
LIGHT
FUEL FILL
GROUND
TO GROUND
BLOCK IN HULL
WINDLASS
V-BERTH LIGHTS
GALLEY LIGHTS
ENTRY LIGHT
COURTESY LIGHT
AFT BERTH LIGHTS
SPEAKER
COURTESY LIGHT
ALL AROUND LIGHT
NOTE: VIEW IS OF UNDERSIDE OF DECK
(IF EQUIPPED)
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Wiring Diagrams
Direct Current Electrical System
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Single Shore Power (If Equipped)
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Dual Shore Power (If Equipped)
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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
Propeller
Manufacturer Pitch
Model Number
Key Numbers
Ignition Other
Electronics
Manufacturer Model Name/Number
Serial 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
Address
Phone/FAX/E-mail
Operators Experience
Persons on Board
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
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 or 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
Where is the Vehicle Parked?
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
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 the date and time li sted above, ca ll the Coast Guard or other local authority.
Coast Guard Phone Number
Local Authority Phone Number
Owner’s Notes
Owners Notes
Owners Notes
Owners Notes
Owners Notes
Part Number 1776943
Bayliner • P.O. Box 9029 • Everett, WA 98206 • 360-435-5571
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