Chaparral 2012 SSi, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...ederation or yacht club will be pleased to advise you of local sea schools or competent instructors Please keep this manual in a secure place and hand it over to the new owner when you sell the craft...

Page 2: ...tation Devices 3 9 Boat Profiles and Systems Layout 3 11 COMPONENTS 4 Dashboard and Instrument Panel 4 1 Steering 4 2 Throttle 4 3 Power Trim 4 3 Fire Extinguishers 4 4 Bilge Pump 4 5 Bilge Blower 4 6...

Page 3: ...eat Coverings and Vinyl 8 3 Canvas Weather Coverings 8 3 Cabin Cushions Side Curtains and Fabrics 8 4 Chaparral Logo 8 4 WINTERIZING AND STORAGE 9 Lifting The Boat 9 1 Dry Storage Preparation 9 1 Syst...

Page 4: ...your Chaparral dealer for replacement Note Respective labels are determined by the standard and optional equipment actually installed in your boat upon delivery NOTICE SEE YOUR DEALER FOR OPTIONAL AN...

Page 5: ...FOR SUPPORT OF OTHER CRAFT DO NOT USE WHILE UNDERWAY READ AND FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE INSTALLATION WARNING AVOID SERIOUS OR FATAL INJURY DUE TO ROTATION OF SEAT LOCK SWIVEL WHEN SPEED EXCEEDS 5 M...

Page 6: ...E DO NOT OPEN ENGINE BOX OR COMPARTMENT SHUT DOWN ENGINE GENERATOR AND BLOWERS CONTINUOUSLY DISCHARGE ENTIRE CONTENTS OF AGENT PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHER THROUGH PORT IMMEDIATELY DO NOT OPEN ENGINE BO...

Page 7: ...e tower Failure to adhere to these guidelines may cause personal injury or death PN XTM001 WARNING DANGER Carbon monoxide CO can cause brain damage or death Engine and generator exhaust contains odorl...

Page 8: ...engine DRAIN PLUG Securely in place LIFE SAVING DEVICES One for every person on board STEERING SYSTEM Working smoothly and properly FUEL SYSTEM Adequate fuel Leaks Fumes BATTERY Fully charged Cable te...

Page 9: ...you transfer ownership of this boat to someone else be sure to give this manual to the new owner Your owner s packet contains the manual for the boat you selected Also in this packet are instruction m...

Page 10: ...d to winterize or store your boat for extended periods of time This chapter provides the necessary information 10 Nautical Glossary The Nautical Glossary defines terms associated with your boat and te...

Page 11: ...ly in the bilge in black tape we rely on automotive style flexguard loom that not only keeps things neat but also protects against abrasion Through Bolted Stainless Steel Cleats It s one of the most o...

Page 12: ...assistance Boat Owner Your responsibilities include the following 1 Read this manual as well as all other manuals and information included in your owner s packet 2 Schedule an appointment with your d...

Page 13: ...s of waterborne garbage can litter beaches and cause illness U S Coast Guard regulations therefore strictly prohibit dumping plastic refuse or other garbage mixed with plastic into the water any where...

Page 14: ...g season to ensure an ample supply The Fuel Usage Chart is a handy way to record information cover ing engine hours fuel consumption miles traveled as well as RPM revolutions per minute Average MPH mi...

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Page 17: ...it ____________________________________________________ Serial Number Fuel System __________________ Tank Capacity Fresh Water __________________ Tank Capacity Propeller __________________ ___________...

Page 18: ...l Used In Gallons Distance Traveled In Miles RPM Average Miles per Hour Gallons per Hour Date FUEL USAGE CHART RunTime In Hours Fuel Used In Gallons Distance Traveled In Miles RPM Average Miles per Ho...

Page 19: ...nals Flash Light _____________ _____________ ______________ Mirror Paddles Anchor _____________ _____________ ______________ Food Water Life Raft Radio _______________________ _______________________...

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Page 21: ...more important than normal text SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS The popularity of boating and other water sports has grown tremen dously in the past few years Boating safety and the safety of your passengers a...

Page 22: ...ate your boat with care courtesy and common sense Instruct at least one other passenger aboard in the basic operat ing procedures in handling your boat This person can take over if you unexpectedly be...

Page 23: ...Requirements For Recreational Boats Check with your local Coast Guard station your Chaparral dealer or a local marina about navigational aids unique to your area U S Coast Guard Website www uscg mil...

Page 24: ...cipating in water sports often prefer this PFD because it intended for use in waters where quick rescue is possible and it is generally the most comfort able for continuous wear PFD Type IV Throwable...

Page 25: ...hich can be heard one half mile away It can be a hand mouth or power operated horn or whistle Refer to the U S Coast Guard s publication Navigational Rules International Inland for details about the a...

Page 26: ...and tie down any gear on deck Reduce speed as the seas build Make sure all persons on board have put on their personal flotation devices Trail a sea anchor from the bow If you do not have a sea anchor...

Page 27: ...eck cleaning products for flammability Ventilate when cleaning or painting Disconnect electrical system from power source when perform ing any type of maintenance Use extra caution when using exposed...

Page 28: ...hr 70 80 3 12 hr 3 hr Indefinite Over 80 Indefinite Indefinite Collision If a serious collision occurs first check the persons on board for injuries Then inspect the boat to determine the extent of da...

Page 29: ...ate in your boat while at the dock or underway Become familiar with these examples and their precautions to prevent dan gerous accidents from occurring on your boat 2 9 DANGER Blocked hull exhaust out...

Page 30: ...nd which could indicate a failure of an exhaust component Test the operation of each carbon monoxide detector by press ing the test button Note Do not operate the vessel if any of these problems exist...

Page 31: ...ed fuel hoses 3 Before fueling shut down engines and auxiliary equipment and all electrical equipment Also close all hatches and doors on board 4 Do not allow equipment or gear to contact fuel system...

Page 32: ...spect for leaks Ensure flammable items are stowed safely and cannot contact cooking appliances or hot engine parts Ensure fire extinguishers are USCG approved and in good working order i e gauges regi...

Page 33: ...r Ski Association 799 Overlook Drive Winter Haven Florida 33884 1 800 533 2972 or www usawaterski org Additional Equipment You should consider having additional equipment on board to help make your bo...

Page 34: ...tteries Fuses Manually operated bilge pump Owner s manual Paddle Replacement light bulbs Ship to shore radio Spare fuel and oil filters Spare propeller with fastening hardware Spare set of spark plugs...

Page 35: ...REE SHORT BLASTS Engine s in reverse FOUR OR MORE BLASTS Danger signal BRIDGE SIGNALS DANGER ZONE Dead ahead to 2 points abaft your starboard beam Yield right of way to boats in your DANGER ZONE SOUND...

Page 36: ...ment panel in the dash shows the battery charging rate when the engine is running The negative terminal of each battery is connected to the grounding studs of the main engine s This type of negative g...

Page 37: ...tart engine Single Selector Switch with Two Batteries A selector switch with two batteries is optional on some models This battery selector switch has four positions OFF Power supplied to automatic bi...

Page 38: ...volt 60 or 50 cycle shore power system The main distribution panel is in the cabin area Optional Shore Power Your Chaparral boat has a single male receptacle outside on the deck for shore power conne...

Page 39: ...arm or light if equipped on the AC panel as soon as the dock breaker is turned on If the polarity is incorrect shut the dock breaker off and disconnect the dock end of the shore power cord immediately...

Page 40: ...a fault in an electrical item even though correctly grounded Some Chaparral boats with shore power are equipped with a galvanic isolator which isolates the boat from the dockside electrical system Ele...

Page 41: ...ound Galvanic Isolator A galvanic isolator is installed in your boat and electrically con nected between the boat s AC panel ground and the dockside AC ground wire The galvanic isolator is designed to...

Page 42: ...switch is located at helm Sanitizing the Fresh Water System Sanitize the fresh water system before you use it the first time when you recommission your boat after winter storage or when the system ha...

Page 43: ...The marine sanitation device MSD or head installed on your Chaparral boat stores the waste in an onboard holding tank The preferred method to empty the tank is by using a dockside pump out station de...

Page 44: ...nderstand the operation of the VacuFlush sys tem and that the instruction label is easy to read and in plain sight Refer to your VacuFlush manual for complete information about the operation of the sy...

Page 45: ...tor 1 Switch on the MACERATOR switch in the head compartment 2 Allow the macerator to run until the holding tank is empty but not longer Running the macerator when the tank is empty will cause damage...

Page 46: ...ong points for anchoring or docking B Sling locations C Trailering eye Figure 3 6 206 SSI 196 SSI 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 TYPICAL SSI ENGINE COMPARTMENT LAYOUT 1 Fire Extinguishing System 2 Engine 3 Trim Pu...

Page 47: ...nts for anchoring or docking B Sling locations C Trailering eye Figure 3 8 226 SSI 216 SSI 1 2 3 4 5 7 8 9 6 TYPICAL SSI ENGINE COMPARTMENT LAYOUT 1 Fire Extinguishing System 2 Engine 3 Trim Pump 4 Ba...

Page 48: ...A A B B A C A A C A C A Strong points for anchoring or docking B Sling locations C Trailering eye 3 13 Figure 3 9 246 SSI...

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Page 50: ...e is equipped with a large LCD display to broadcast critical engine information and convenience items such as depth engine alarms and digital readouts of engine performance Do note exceed the maximum...

Page 51: ...ine the cause of the high temperature The trim gauge indicates the angle of the engine outdrive This gauge will assist in the planning and overall performance of your boat Depth Finder The optional de...

Page 52: ...ponsible for making sure you have the required number of fire Extinguishers Fire Extinguishers must be approved by the U S Coast Guard Boats longer than 26 feet and shorter than 40 feet Two Type B 1 o...

Page 53: ...art the engine and while operating your boat below cruising speed RUNNING AND NAVIGATION LIGHTS If you operate your boat at night the law requires you to turn your boat s running lights ON Your Chapar...

Page 54: ...nt Note Anytime while towing someone behind your boat they should have their Personal Flotation Device PFD on and a third party on the boat to supervise at all times For a hinged arch Chaparral recomm...

Page 55: ...ard holders extend out beyond the gunwale Use care when towing at dock and near other boats to avoid damage Note Anytime while towing someone behind your boat they should have their Personal Flotation...

Page 56: ...Improper use may overstress the wakeboard tower imbalance the boat or allow the tow rope to contact passengers When using the tower watch for low bridges overhanging tree limbs or power lines that may...

Page 57: ...LATA BLES Use wakeboard tower for single skier wakeboarder only Use ski tow or stern eyes on transom for all other tow behind sports Heavy loads could collapse tower causing per sonal injury NOTICE Wh...

Page 58: ...down stop Press Button Trim Full Down YES Screen Changes to YES Press ENTER ENTER Down position is now stored 1 2 3 4 Trim Full Up NO The UP screen will automatically appear Defaults to NO Trim Engine...

Page 59: ...ide supports are in good working condition Check bolts securing rollers and supports from time to time to make sure they are tight The trailer should be designed and built to carry the full weight of...

Page 60: ...emove and store convertible top if your boat is so equipped Use a second safety chain to secure your boat s bow to the trailer tongue Tie down the stern to the trailer Towing a boat requires extra cau...

Page 61: ...our boat at a right angle to the shore 3 When the boat s transom is in several inches of water Do not put your trailer wheels and brakes in the water if pos sible especially in salt water Tie a moorin...

Page 62: ...nections etc Bunk or Custom Trailers Launching Here are some tips to remember when you are putting your Chaparral boat in the water Important Before launching your boat make sure the transom drain plu...

Page 63: ...easure all roller assemblies that set in a line across from each other Make sure the distance to each roller from the centerline of the trailer is equal In other words the left side of your trailer sh...

Page 64: ...mage to your boat or personal injury The swim platform is not designed to carry personal watercraft As the operator you are responsible for the safety of your passengers Do not allow passengers to rid...

Page 65: ...ate 2 Your Chaparral boat has fittings for filling the fuel tank Remove fuel fill plate Insert the fuel supply nozzle Allow nozzle to stay in contact with fitting to prevent possible static produced s...

Page 66: ...fluid levels Check fuel supply to make sure you have enough fuel for your planned excursion 3 To prevent an explosion or fire look for leaks in fuel oil coolant exhaust and power steering systems Be a...

Page 67: ...ottle forward engine RPMs increase and your boat moves faster through the water Important Acceleration at full throttle is not recommended dur ing the engine break in period This break in period coinc...

Page 68: ...n relation to the boat s transom It also allows the operator to raise and lower the drive for trailering beaching launching or operating in shallow water Note Refer to your engine owner s manual regar...

Page 69: ...find it easier to maneuver the boat and to pull skiers to the surface Trim Tabs Trim tabs are standard on some models and optional other models Trim tabs also help the operator trim the boat Trim tabs...

Page 70: ...ns on the key pad simultaneously Important If the control box is turned on in the test mode and subsequently receives a signal to turn it on via the accessory input the boat operator can not turn off...

Page 71: ...e two or more anchors if anchoring overnight or extended periods of time Otherwise make sure your boat has enough space to swing full circle in case of shifting winds Keep the anchor and line in an ar...

Page 72: ...de the dock by turning hard to port 3 Turn to starboard and at idle speed put the engine in reverse to bring the stern closer to the dock Reverse these steps to dock to the port side MOORING YOUR BOAT...

Page 73: ...ks well for mooring lines and anchor lines Rope made of high tensile strength polyester fibers like Dacron is just about as strong as nylon rope but it does not stretch Kevlar rope is strong and does...

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Page 76: ...pstick out of its sleeve wipe clean and push dipstick back into the sleeve Make certain the dipstick is pushed all the way back in 4 Pull dipstick out again and check oil level on dipstick The oil lev...

Page 77: ...gine owner s manual for detailed infor mation about checking and maintaining the fuel system The fuel system must be inspected frequently and maintained regu larly Check for leaks and or vapors and re...

Page 78: ...lubricant 3 Lubricate cable end guide pivot point with SAE 30W engine oil 4 Run engine for 20 to 30 minutes then check power steering fluid level If low add type A automatic transmission fluid to bri...

Page 79: ...flammable solvents for cleaning the bilge Check with your Chaparral dealer for recommended cleaners 6 4 WARNING Gasoline or vapors in bilge can explode Remove all sources of ignition Do not start eng...

Page 80: ...switch not making proper contact 3 Throttle lever in wrong position 4 Loose wire in starting circuit 5 Ignition switch defective 6 Defective solenoid 7 Dead battery 8 Battery switch in wrong position...

Page 81: ...ump filter and fuel tank line for cracked flanges or restricted fittings 7 Do not attempt to start engine for at least 5 minutes For hot engine fully advance throttle make sure throttle lever is in ne...

Page 82: ...carb only 5 Clogged flame arrestor 1 Engine misfiring 2 Spark plugs dirty or not gapped correctly 3 Clean flame arrestor and check air intake 4 Check engine temperature See Engine Owner Service Manual...

Page 83: ...cessive oil improper filling bad fuel pump etc 3 Change oil and oil filter be sure to use the correct grade and viscosity oil 4 Inspect all oil lines and tighten all connections as necessary 1 Replace...

Page 84: ...ent oil changes 2 Dirty oil filter 3 Water in oil 5 Replace fuel filter 6 Inspect fuel for water or other contami nants If contaminated drain tank and flush with fresh fuel 7 Use compressed air at not...

Page 85: ...mounting bolts 2 Damaged propeller shaft 3 Propeller bent or pitch out of true 4 Engine out of alignment 1 Inspect propeller and replace if required 2 Pump out bilge area Inspect for causes related t...

Page 86: ...ant to deep stains To remove minor stains wash the affected area with a soft cloth and household deter gent Then rinse thoroughly with clear water If deep stains do occur use a special fiberglass clea...

Page 87: ...ure water pollution salinity current and organic matter in the water To protect and repaint the boat bottom perform the following Remove boat from water once a year Scrub bottom with a soap and water...

Page 88: ...w the manufacturer s recommendations for cleaning and stain removal SEAT COVERINGS AND VINYL Because seat coverings and trim are made of expandable vinyl extreme temperatures have little effect on the...

Page 89: ...ws Dry well before stowing When stowing clear vinyl make sure the vinyl is rolled and not creased Cleaning Wet down all canvas material Scrub with a soft bristle brush and a solution of mild soap and...

Page 90: ...sition slings as indicated by the diagrams in Chapter 3 Do not use deck cleats or bow or stern eyes for lifting the boat Be sure boat remains level while being lifted to avoid sling movement or boat d...

Page 91: ...nts is necessary Failure to do so will seriously damage them They include but are not limited to gener ator mufflers air conditioner strainers water heater sump pump Porta Potti head holding tank wate...

Page 92: ...el wool before reinstallation 3 Check charge on battery Recharge or replace if necessary 4 Inspect all battery wiring Repair or replace if necessary 5 Attach battery cables and tighten cable clamps 6...

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Page 94: ...f a boat is said to be astern of the boat Athwart Across Aweigh Off the bottom said of an anchor Aye Yes while aboard a boat or ship Means I understand Bail To remove water from a boat by pump or bail...

Page 95: ...such as a boat s license Chart A map of a body of water that contains pilot ing information Chine The intersection of sides and bottom of a boat Cleat A piece of wood or metal with projecting ends to...

Page 96: ...to protect fragile articles against shock and breakage baggage or per sonal effects Ebb An outgoing tide Estuary An inlet or arm of the sea Fathom Six feet Fenders Objects placed along the side of th...

Page 97: ...member of a boat s hull Knot To bend a line Also a unit of speed equal to one nautical mile 6 076 10 feet an hour Launch 1 To put a vessel into the water 2 a small open powerboat mainly used for trans...

Page 98: ...opposite of inboard Outdrive A propulsion system for boats with an inboard motor operating an exterior drive with driveshaft gears and propeller also called stern drive and inboard outboard Overall L...

Page 99: ...er under load Sole The cabin or cockpit floor Spar Buoy A channel marker that looks like a tall slender pole Stand On Vessel The vessel with the right of way Starboard The right side of a boat when yo...

Page 100: ...g the bot tom paint and the topsides Way Movement of a vessel through the water Technically it is underway when not at anchor aground or made fast to the shore The com mon usage is interpreted as prog...

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Page 102: ...s claim THE WARRANTIES ORIGINAL OWNER LIFETIME LIMITED STRUCTURAL HULL WARRANTY Subject to the conditions exclusions and limitations set forth below Chaparral warrants to only the Original Purchaser o...

Page 103: ...ined from Chaparral before commencement of repairs Authorization will only be given for repairs that include the addition of a barrier coat and bottom paint to that portion of the hull that rests in t...

Page 104: ...s who otherwise comply with this Warranty Statement receive the balance as they exist at the time of purchase of the Five Year Transferable Limited Structural Hull Warranty and the One Year Transferab...

Page 105: ...rchased from other manufacturers whether subject to a separate warranty or not by such other manufacturers 19 Estimates that relate to speed fuel consumption weight or statements made by any person ot...

Page 106: ...any other warranty other than those expressly set forth herein 2 Chaparral reserves the right without notice to make changes to or discontinue models and Chaparral shall be under no obligation to equi...

Page 107: ...r 1 An Ownership Transfer Record completed by the original purchaser and the subsequent owner 2 A copy of the bill of sale or other evidence of purchase of the boat from the original purchaser includi...

Page 108: ...WIRING SCHEMATICS 12 12 1 196 206 216 SSI...

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