Aspen C 100, Owner'S Manual

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Page 2: ...k objects in the water toward them Do not operate the thruster for more than 30 seconds at a time or the motor may overheat The batteries have three charge sources 1 Two ProMariner chargers 8A for Sta...

Page 3: ...nd subsequent battery damage Check battery water levels monthly Lower water levels and or exposed plates will damage the batteries lead plates NOTE Chargers will only charge if they see voltage If bat...

Page 4: ...1 SWITCH OFF BREAKER SHORE POWER DISCONNECT 2 UNPLUG CORD NOTE NEVER LEAVE A HOT OR LOOSE CORD ON DOCK IT COULD SHOCK SWIMMERS IF IT FELL IN WATER 4...

Page 5: ...es the top three switches correspond with pumps on the starboard hull and the bottom three switches correspond to the pumps on the port hull First pump is forward second is mid ship and third is aft i...

Page 6: ...mp It is wired to a very loud horn behind the dash Should you lose an engine hose and the engine room begins to fill this pump will automatically start and the horn will sound Ship Systems Panel This...

Page 7: ...ies become fully charged the system automatically ramps down its charge so batteries are not overcharged It also automatically shuts down if it senses another charge source engine or battery chargers...

Page 8: ...ted to a specific system and is powered by a dedicated breaker 1 Hot Float 8 gang right 2 Electronics 6 gang top 3 House equipment 6 gang middle 4 House lights 6 gang bottom The black box to the right...

Page 9: ...hat RPM If the seas are choppy you may find that less trim is a softer and drier ride Use your discretion I find that in 0 12 seas full tabs are most efficient and a good ride In 12 24 seas you will n...

Page 10: ...EADY TO GO Fill water tanks as needed port starboard cockpit fwd walls Be sure water is good taste it During long inactive periods add a little chlorine to keep water fresh Note Switch fuses are behin...

Page 11: ...olo docking NOTE When using thrusters make sure inverters are off Otherwise the low voltage alarm will ring on the inverter Thrusters use a lot of voltage and may even cause low voltage on the chart p...

Page 12: ...ngine wear is while motor is cold Safety Gear Storage Owner Manuals GETTING STARTED ENGINE SAFETY GEAR Engine Computer The engine computer is very useful as it allows you to view engine data Toggling...

Page 13: ...The screen will display chart and data fields To zoom in press the key to zoom out press the key To change the page to sounder press the home button and toggle to the desired page NOTE To dim the unit...

Page 14: ...ing its first operation it may time out as the fuel pump did not prime restart unit The vents are located in the salon at the dash and in the master stateroom Do not block the flow as this will shut t...

Page 15: ...overboard discharge 8 Verify that there is a steady airflow out of the supply air grille For more specific operation instructions see your AC Unit owners manual for further detail The unit is located...

Page 16: ...tive and false alarms can be disconcerting When its off the solenoid valve in the tank is closed When stove is not in use tap the control button and turn the gas off It will take about 30 seconds befo...

Page 17: ...hain The capstan can handle both the chain and line transitioning automatically as the line moves through When the line is new it is a good idea to remove the anchor at its swivel and run the line up...

Page 18: ...se wrench to tighten loosen clutch capstan Note The wrench is key to adjusting how much force the windlass pulls in with Too tight and you will damage the roller assembly Used on 28 and early 32 Aspen...

Page 19: ...g wheel Running attitude 16 Kts tabs down Master Curtains snap in Each is Labeled Port Starboard with arrow showing forward Fold and store in headboard bookshelf TILT HELM CURTAINS The hydraulic fluid...

Page 20: ...one Door can be left open or closed while showering The automatic sump pump under the head evacuates the water Note To conserve water boat showers are recommended Get wet turn off water soap up rinse...

Page 21: ...and to engage its clutch When you go to check the oil level make sure the engine is warm just after its been idling in neutral but off Check the oil with the dip stick pushed against the threads but n...

Page 22: ...ted by the Racor unit The engine has a manual fuel pump activation button on its port side fwd near the top The Racor uses a 30 Micron 500 series diesel filter The Fuel Tank Switch is located on the l...

Page 23: ...ram Note on Generator boats we double up the start batteries and locate in aft starboard hull for weight and balance issues Note Rudder packing should be re tightened checked with each oil change eve...

Page 24: ...iner RAW WATER BALL VALVES 24 There are two raw water valves on the boat Both are located in the Starboard Lazarette The smaller valve 1 2 is for the head and the aft deck wash down The larger one 1 5...

Page 25: ...h to use the macerator switch at the dash The tank can also be emptied at a pump out station using the fitting near the transom door The tank includes two dip tubes so there is no Y valve to switch NO...

Page 26: ...use make sure hose connection is tight open valve gauge will show approx 90 Psi If you hear a hissing or smell gas turn valve off check connections w soap 50 50 water solution 15 pound tank will typi...

Page 27: ...PORT STARBOARD TRANSOM 27...

Page 28: ...BOW STERN THRUSTERS 28...

Page 29: ...SANDBAR Protects the Prop Rudder POCKETED PROP RUDDER SANDBAR 29...

Page 30: ...backing up steep driveways The design is self centering and loads under power to the winch stand Shown are the guide bunks On west coast ramps the tow truck tires will typically be at the waters edge...

Page 31: ...solar panel glass Rest the support tube carefully on the SS mast tip in to cockpit then lift forward to corner for towing NOTE It is best to close the door before placing support 2 Remove Pin from Ma...

Page 32: ...t lifts The forward Sling goes just forward of the port light well clear of the thruster The cross bar is typically level for the bow Note If you lift one end at a time to put blocks in to place the s...

Page 33: ...SLINGING THE BOAT It is very important that you DO NOT LIFT ON SAND BAR Strap needed to be on Keel BOAT HAULING PROCEDURE 33 Pre loading this strap down 12 18 will lift the boat level...

Page 34: ...leave clipped to boat while mounting motor 4 Un buckle engine from aft compartment 5 Support Engine on swim step step into tender and swing engine to tender and secure Tighten Screw clamps aggressive...

Page 35: ...BRACKET Be sure to put the locking pin in the kicker bracket and clamp the motor tight Find the balance point rudder angle Once you get it up to speed lock the tiller clamp and steer the boat from the...

Page 36: ...tchet straps and foam pad Be sure to remove Kayak while towing Tender Snubber Ling used for medium range towing to take wind buffeting out For long hauls it is best to deflate the tender The line is a...

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Page 46: ...Maguire s Marine Boat Soap with wax keeps boat wax intact great for gel coat BOAT CLEANING PRODUCTS 46...

Page 47: ...Boeshield This is wonderful for your engine rooms metal parts all of them bronze SS clamps motor metal parts battery connections bonding system connections and kicker motor Keep away from plastic and...

Page 48: ...OPEN HULL 48 BOW MIDSHIP STERN...

Page 49: ...1 2 3 4 1 2 3 6 5 6 5 Drain Plug Access Hatch Optional Garmin Electronics Port Compartment Under Bed 4 Access Hatch Bilge Pump Windless Anchor Breaker Located in Bottom of Hanging Locker Optional Garm...

Page 50: ...OPEN HULL PORT MIDSHIP 50 1 2 1 2 3 3 45 gal Diesel Fuel Tank Empty Compartment Sometimes houses the optional auto pilot pump Compartment contains a Bilge Pump Transducer...

Page 51: ...STBRD MID SHIP 51 6 3 1 2 4 5 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 7 Primary Fuel Filter Fuel Tank Selector Valve 38 gal Diesel Fuel Tank Optional 2000 watt Inverter Optional Auto Pilot Pump Raw Water Pump for Toilet Batter...

Page 52: ...ocker OPEN HULL PORT LAZARETTES 52 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Propane Tank Locker 28 gal Waste Tank 23 gal Water Tank Macerator Pump Fresh Water Pump Strainer Raw Water Pump Strainer 7 6 gal Hot Water...

Page 53: ...OPEN HULL STRBD LAZARETTES 53 1 2 3 4 5 6 3 4 1 2 5 6 Volvo Penta Engine Crash Pump 26 gal Water Tank Water Pump Muffler Engine Sea Water Strainer...

Page 54: ...ENGINE STARBOARD FUEL TANK 54...

Page 55: ...WATERPROOF PLUGS 55...

Page 56: ...s only 400 watts which is fine for a computer or phone charger but you will overload and pop its internal fuse if you try a 1800 watt hair dryer Electronics in general and auto pilot especially have t...

Page 57: ...even the engine alternator So if this happens you will need to switch on the emergency parallel battery switch for 5 10 minutes Don t leave on too long as it s very hard on the batteries One is up at...

Page 58: ...individual 12V GM type blade fuses for each device If the fuse has blown it typically is not the problem it s the symptom of a problem at the device Inspect and identify the device before you put in...

Page 59: ...ith the screens being stiff to move slide The core issue is they ride in a vinyl track that has a center open section in the top so they can slide to this area and be lifted out for window cleaning Ow...

Page 60: ...e waist tank leaving 2 in the bowl and hose Open the ball valve on the raw water washdown pump so it can also drain out freezing water in any of the pumps will damage them Check drain macerator pump I...