Cruisers Yachts 37' Series, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...ntents 1 Introduction 1 1 2 Specifications and General Layout 2 1 3 Controls and Indicators 3 1 4 Principles of Operation 4 1 5 Getting Underway 5 1 6 Periodic Checks and Services 6 1 7 Storage for Extended Lay Up 7 1 8 General Maintenance 8 1 9 Accessory Items 9 1 10 Troubleshooting 10 1 Cruisers yacht s ...

Page 2: ...important safety information and modification notices In addition filling out the survey on the back of the registration form helps us serve you the customer better If you have any questions regarding your owners please contact your dealer or the Customer Service Cruisers division of KCS International Inc registration Department at PLEASE RETURN YOUR OWNERS REGISTRATION CARD WITHIN 30 DAYS A DELIV...

Page 3: ...cial normal us and sen ice and shall not apply to the following 1 Bonts subjected to negJig llcl abwlP misust or accident Boats subjected to impropl r opt ralion trniit ring maintpllancf or storage commercial u or use for purposes otiH r than those for which the boat was dcsigned 3 DefC cts or damages c lused by a fo rce or imp lct which exceeds dt sign specific 1tions including but not limited to...

Page 4: ... lcie a m ce am WIDe and sea condItIons m2 allo exhaust to be drawn Into the cabIn AdJust the dlrectlon of the Doal whiie unde 2 2 necessary to alleYlate tnt tnt nresen t OJ eX n 2US rumts Jo not alio i he boa l0 remam statJonar 1th Int engIne ffinTIln Tor aTI extender Denoe 5t care v nen operaunf engmes or generato In confined areas xhausl fumes can eme the boat even 1tb all 1ndows doors and hatc...

Page 5: ...ersForum com Section 1 Introduction WELCOME ABOARD 1 2 SKIPPER S KIT 1 3 Owner s Manual 3 Ring Binder 1 3 Owner s Manuals Envelopes 1 4 WARRANIY INFORMATION 1 5 Dealership Responsibilities 1 5 Your Responsibilities 1 5 Warranty Service 1 5 Cruisers yacht s 1 ...

Page 6: ...r boat was manufactured by trained craftsmen in the tradition of mee ting or exceeding existing safety and quality stan dards established by the U S Coast Guard and the Boating Industry of America Cruiser has been manufacturing boats for over 40 years We take pride in our craftsmanship and hull performance We are confident you will enjoy the ride For you the Cruiser name is your assurance that you...

Page 7: ... indi cate situations which could result in damage to the boat and its various systems Section 1 contains a description of the skipper s kit and information about the warranty Section 2 contains boat specifications such as dimensions and capacities There are also layout diagrams to introduce you to floorplans as well as the locations of various components Section 3 contains descriptions of all the...

Page 8: ...al schematics Service centers directory RACOR Fuel FilterlWater Separator Diesel Halon Fireboy Pamphlet AC DC Panel Infonnation Packet Refrigerator Freezer User Guide Microwave User Manual Electric Stove Manual Trim Planes Manual Hydraulic Steering Manual AC powered Battery Charger Manual Hot Water Heater Manual Marine Toilet Manual Electric Anchor Windlass Operation Maintenance Manual rur Conditi...

Page 9: ... Your Responsibilities 1 Sit down with the dealer and go over all warranties Fill in the Cnlisers limited warranty registration card which is located in an enve lope inside the skipper s kit Keep a record of the hull number for future reference 2 Inspect the boat at the time of delivery to ensure that all systems are operating properly 3 Sit down with the dealer and go over the predelivery service...

Page 10: ...Section 2 specifications and Layout SPECIFICATIONS 2 2 Dimensions 2 2 Displacement 2 2 Deadrise 2 2 Freeboard 2 2 Capacities 2 2 Power 2 2 GENERAL LAYOUT 2 3 Belowdecks 3750 2 3 Aftcabin 2 4 Engine Compartment and Bilge Layout 2 5 Exterior Lighting 2 7 2 Cruisers yacht s ...

Page 11: ...n Headroom tl 6 O III Height Keel to Top of Windshield l 5 fi R III Height Keel to Top fArch IH YI i 7 m Draft 3WI 10 1 crn Bridge Clearance w Arch 1 0 8 4 8 III Bridge Clearance w o Arch 1 1O 4 0 m Water System Capacity GS Gallons 68 263 L Engine Options iVlerCruiser T 7 4 Litre 310 HP 230 K IS T 7 4 Litre l IPI 340 HP 252 KW IB T 8 2 Litre l IPI 415 HP 307 KW IS Volvo T 7 4 Gi 340 HP 234 KW IS C...

Page 12: ...Downloaded from CruisersOwnersForum http www CruisersOwnersForum com GENERAL LAYOUT Belowdecks FORWARD STATEROOM 2 3 y DINETTE AFT STATEROOM CSA 1 5g r2 ICruisers yacht s ...

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Page 14: ...Layout SEACOCKS Aj iD STRAiNERS 1 FWD shower sump pump 2 FVVD sea water intake seacock 3 Generator strainer 4 FVVD air conditioner strainer 3 FVVD air conditioner seacock 6 Generator seacock 8 2 5 CSA 159 21 i Fresh water pump 8 IT bilge pump 9 AFT shower sump pump 10 AFT sea water intake scacock 11 Pon engine seacock 12 STBD enginc eacock J Cruisers yacht s ...

Page 15: ...MPONENTS 13 FWD air conditioner unit 19 Battery 25 Port engine 14 Air conditioner pump 20 AFT air conditioner 26 Generator 15 Battery charger 21 Trim tab pump 27 Generator muffler 16 STBD engine 22 Fresh water tank 28 Macerator 17 STBD fuel tank 23 Hot water heater 29 Yvalve 18 Bilge blowers 24 Port fuel tank 30 Waste tank Cruisers yacht s 2 6 ...

Page 16: ... CruisersOwnersForum http www CruisersOwnersForum com 3 2 6 4 o 1 CJ CJ CSR 159 19 Exterior Lighting I Stern light 2 Hardtop light 3 Mast light 4 Boarding lights 5 Navigation lights 6 Spotlight 2 7 liCruisers yacht s ...

Page 17: ...ge 3 4 Voltmeter 3 4 Accessory 3 4 Horn Switch 3 4 Aft Bilge Pump Switch 3 4 FWD Pump Switch and Breaker 3 4 Bilge Blower 3 5 3 1 Ignition Switch 3 5 Accessory 3 5 Windlass Control 3 5 Courtesy Lights 3 5 Overhead Lights 3 5 Navigation Anchor Lights 3 6 Trim Tab Control 3 6 Engine Start Stop Pushbutton 3 6 Spotlight Control 3 6 Transmission Control 3 6 Throttle Control 3 7 Gas Fume Detector 3 7 St...

Page 18: ...n its vicini ty even temporarily Refer to the owner s manual includ ed in the Skipper s Kit for detailed information 2 SYNCHRONIZER GAUGE The synchronizer gauge compares engine speeds When the needle is at the top center line on the gauge the port and starboard engines are running in sync with each other When the needle points to the left or the right of this line one engine is running at a higher...

Page 19: ...uge for the port engine and item 8 is an oil pressure gauge for the starboard engine These gauges indicate the pressure of the lubricating oil inside the engine Make a note of the oil pressure reading when the boat is new this can be considered your engine s normal oil pressure Fluctuations will occur in the pressure under different operating speeds but major deviations may signal problems If pres...

Page 20: ...l for details and refer the problem to your Cruiser dealer 17 ACCESSORY IS HORN SWITCH Press the top half of the switch to sound the horn The horn is protected by a resettable circuit breaker located below the switch 19 AFT BILGE PUMP SWITCH hidden behind steering wheel Bilge pump operation is automatic but can be controlled manually To start the aft bilge pump push the top half of this switch pus...

Page 21: ...r the port side engine Item 23 is the ignition switch for the starboard side engine Press the top of the switch to turn the engine ignition on and press the bottom of the switch to turn the engine off Each switch is electrically protected by a resettable circuit breaker located below the switch 24 ACCESSORY 25 WINDLASS CONTROL Push the top of the switch to weigh pull in anchor push the bottom of t...

Page 22: ...the boat The trim tab rocker switches are used to correct the trim of your boat while you are underway To trim the bow of your boat up push the top halves of both switches To trim the bow of your boat down push the bottom halves of both switches Refer to Suggested Operating Techniques in Section 5 for detailed information The trim tabs are protected by a resettable circuit breaker located below th...

Page 23: ...r engine idle and gradually increase the speed to full throt tle by pushing the levers away from you 39 GAS FUME DETECTOR Option for Gas Power Only 40 When the alarm sounds gas fumes have been detected You must turn the bilge blower on to evacuate the fumes Shut engines off if alarm persists See owner s information pamphlet in the skipper s kit STEERING WHEEL The steering wheel is hydraulically li...

Page 24: ...Bearing 4 4 FRESHWATER SYSTEM 4 24 Propellers 4 4 Freshwater Tank 4 24 FUEL SYSTEM 4 5 City Water Hookup 4 25 Hot Water Heater 4 26 STEERING SYSTEM 4 6 HEAD AND WASTE Helm 4 6 CONTAMINANT SYSTEM 4 26 Rudder 4 6 Waste Holding Tank 4 26 TRIM TABS 4 7 Waste Disposal 4 27 Head Operating Instructions 4 29 ELECTRICAL SySTEM 4 7 BILGE SYSTEM 4 30 DC Electrical System 4 8 Pumps 4 31 AC Electrical System 4...

Page 25: ...ngine water jacket and is returned to the sea through the exhaust system A feature which is standard on diesel engines and an option on gas engines is the freshwater cooling system This system uses the incoming seawater to cool a secondary closed cooling system The seawater flows through an engine mounted heat exchanger cools the closed system cool ant and is returned to the sea via the exhaust sy...

Page 26: ... flexibility of the rubber hose allows it to absorb minor engine shock such as moving from fonvard to reverse while maintaining a water tight seal on the shaft log and the shaft seal SHAFT SEAL A CAUTION TIu packing tlu rubber tubing and the gUmd nut adjustment sJwuld be inspected munthly for wear leakage and deterioratWn Excessive water entry especin ly ifunattended could result in the submer gen...

Page 27: ...he manufacturer s recom mended rpm at full throttle NOTE Variations from average loadings bottom con dition and or engine condition could call for a propeller change to achieve the perform ance desired The propellers furnished by the factory are replaceable at cost SELECTING A PROPELLER A CAUTION Improper propeller sekclion and insfDlkztUm could result in ross ofthe propeller and or excessive stre...

Page 28: ... closed when the handle is perpendicular to the fuel1ine and open when the handle is in line with the fuel line VALVE VALVE The manual valves can control the fuel supply to the engines in three ways 1 Each engine can receive fuel from its respective tank port tank to port engine and starboard tank to starboard engine The cross over valve must be closed and both fuel valves open 2 Both engines rece...

Page 29: ...tant that you know how your boat operates and are aware of its limitations Follow the operating techniques in Section 5 Rudder The twin rudders are offset from the shaft centerline to allow shaft re moval without having to remove the rudders Each rudder is also canted inboard slightly to allow for a constant pressure of water to act upon the rudder face The pressure on the rudder face prevents flu...

Page 30: ...C VOLTS GIiOUP NO 2 I 0 o f 1 9 l COHDI OONEFI LINE VOLTAGE I e VOL WETER SELECT no J DOC I0E 2 R YIiR5 O ATERfu TE C w POWER POLARITY POWfR HEATER B CRO J C l US J B J C M J C c OOCI SIDEl GENERATOII DC POWER UfTERY MAIN t m IIESH BilGE AUTOBllGf r8A 1 1 UO WATER S TEREO B o m AC POWER COL l TROL IYA RHIHG G SOLmE O aIHES Qt l T C o SOLIHE VAPORS AN UPLOOE BEFOIIE STARn GENERATOR QI t lATE aLOW I...

Page 31: ...ich provides power to all of the other electrical circuits When the engines are running all batteries are charged by the two engine alternators and the rate of charge is controlled by voltage regula tors The system is grounded by grounding the cranking batteries to the engines and the auxiliary battery to the cranking batteries The engines are connected by ground cable to provide added assurance t...

Page 32: ... manu ally enahle or interrupt a circuit by moving the switch on or off and they protect the system receiving the DC current power by automatically opening the circuit should a short or overload condition occur The resettable circuit breakers protect the system receiving the DC power by automatically opening the circuit should a short or overload occur OPERATION OF DC SYSTEMS Read through the tabl...

Page 33: ...f position power to the ignition is interrupted This resettable circuit breaker protect the ignition system for the port engine on a twin engine boat There are two CABIN LIGHTS Circuit breakers to control power to the cabin light switch es In the on position power is sent to the cabin light switches in the off position power is removed from the s vitches Place circuit breaker in the on position to...

Page 34: ...arranty but to protect you from hazardous shock Your AC systems are rated for 125 volts at 60 c cIes Source current can he prm idect from a 110 YOIt 60 cycle shore power station or from the onhoard generator The AC system in your boat is much like the system in your home The hot wire usually black sends current to the AC sys tem The nelltral ire always hite sends current hack to the source and the...

Page 35: ...ow you to manually enable or interrupt a circuit by flipping the switch on or off and they also pro tect the system receiving the AC load by automatically breaking the cir cuit in cases of shorts or overloads IMPORTANT Read the generator owner s manual contained in the skipper s kit before operating the gener ator for the first time The manual contains important operation and maintenance informati...

Page 36: ...erJor load group being disronnected to the oJf position 4 Disconnect shore power cable from the shore receptacle and then from the boat receptacle A CAUTION Do not turn on the breakerfor shore power ifthe reverse polarity indicator lights up Disconnect the cable and have thefault corrected by a qualified electrician GDI R l TQII REVERSEO DOCKSIDE I RUNNING EEl PROTECTOR f tSUDE CEHEJiATOR DOCKSlDE...

Page 37: ...o the on position Current is now being sent to the AC POWER NO 1 panel Read the generator owner s manual before operating generator OOCKSIOE2 REVEIISED POWER POLARITY ATERNATE w CSA 1S9 6 Make sure DOCKSIDE 2 circuit breaker is off before connecting shore power to boat When you are running dockside power to the dockside 2 power hookup move the slide protector over the GENERATOR breaker on the AC P...

Page 38: ...AC Power No 2 at the same time from shore power generator or one panel from shore power and the other one from the generator Use the following table as an example of how to operate both AC panels simultaneously AC Switch DOCKSIDE I and DOCKSIDE 2 AC Power No I and No 2 Function OOCKSlOE2 REVERSED POWER i OOCKSlDE 2 EEl ATEflNATE POwtR J GENERATOR EEl EEl SLIDE r PROTECTOR GENERATOR REVERSED DOCKSI...

Page 39: ...ording to need Move the switch to the off position to tnrn the charger off AC POWER NO 1 flEVERSEO POWER POLARITY AVAILABLE o UNEVOLTAGE CSA 159 10 These are the master AC power switches for the AC Power No I panel Put the switches in the on position to send current to all circuit breakers on this panel When these switches are off the flow of current is interrupted to all circuit breakers on the p...

Page 40: ...et button to restore power to all the outlets Push the circuit breaker to the on position to turn the water heater on The water heater is controlled by a thermostat to keep the water at a constant temperature Move the switch to the off position to turn the water heater off The refrigerator freezer operates from 12 volts DC when shore power or generator power is not used When using shore power or g...

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Page 43: ...ITY LT 122 4 4 HDOHLT 92 2 2 ASROHLTHND 123 4 4 HDOHLTGND 93 3 2 VANITYLT GND 124 4 G4 BOARDLT 94 N7 3 LT SW SALON 125 2 4 BOARDLTGND 95 3 4 OH LT SALON 126 4 4 BOARDLT 96 4 2 OHLTGND 127 4 4 BOARD LTGND 97 4 2 DINETTE OH LT 128 H6 SI L BRIDGE SPKR 98 2 2 GND DINETTE LT 129 H2 S5 L BRIDGE SPKR 99 5 3 BULLETLT 130 H5 S4 R BRIDGE SPKR 100 5 2 BULLET LT GND 131 H1 S8 R BRIDGE SPKR 101 5 A3 OHLT 132 H...

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Page 45: ... 11 I I GND OHLTFSR 42 LI 2 RSPKRFSR 12 M2 4 REFRIGFEED 43 L5 2 RSPKRFSR 13 5 4 GNDREFRIG 44 L2 I LSPKRFSR 14 5 3 MACERATOR 45 L6 I LSPKRFSR 15 5 3 GND MACERATOR 46 5 5 HDPUMP 16 6 4 ANT TV 47 5 5 GNDHDPUMP 17 5 4 GND ANT TV 48 M7 5 HDSWFEED 18 6 3 HDINDFULL 49 5 5 LTOH 19 6 3 HD IND 1 2 50 5 5 LTOH 20 6 3 HD IND EMPTY 51 5 5 LTFLUOR 21 5 3 GND HDSNDR 52 5 5 GNDLTOH 22 6 5 GNDHDIND 53 5 5 GNDLTOH ...

Page 46: ...se before the more noble metals A shaft zinc is installed at the factory Your dealer will install additional zincs to areas such as the rudders Check these zincs periodically and have them replaced as needed See your dealer for parts and service Zinc is also used to protect metal that is exposed to seawater The salt in seawater causes a galvanic action which decomposes metals A Ground Circuit Isoi...

Page 47: ...he transom The tank is vented through the hull this allows air to enter scape as water levels rise and fall IMPORTANT Fill the tank only with potable water Using and refilling the tank often will help keep it a source of clean drinking water FILTER PUMP AND PRESSURE ACCUMULATOR Water is drawn from the tank by a self priming pump located to port and below the aft salon hatch Before entering the pum...

Page 48: ...AUTION Moniror flu water system during initUd usage of flu ciJy water feature In this mode flu boat is connected to an unlimited source ofwater NEVER lemJe boat unattmded while using flu ciJy water feature Any majar leak ar break in flu system will allow alnwnnal bilge accumulation which in turn could cause sinking ar swamping ofbatteries and engine Damagefrom swamping andlar submer gence are Mt c...

Page 49: ...ilets pump the waste water on to a holding tank or overboard ifyour boat is so equipped Waste Holding Tank The waste holding tank for the 37 Aft Cabin is located below the salon floor It can be accessed through the aft stateroom floor hatch Waste is pumped from each head through a 1 5 sanitary waste hose to the top por tion of the tank A 1 5 sanitary waste hose is attached to the bottom of the tan...

Page 50: ...marina will handle the proper disposal of the waste OVERBOARD DISCHARGE OPTIONAL A y valve is installed in this version between the marine toilet and the waste holding tank The Y valve can direct the flow of waste to the hold ing tank or direct to an outlet seacock for overboard discharge of waste IMPORTANT Overboard discharge of waste should only be used in approved areas It is your responsibil i...

Page 51: ...ruisersOwnersForum com To operate overboard discharge the Y valve lever must be in the over board position and the waste water outlet seacock must be open Close the outlet water seacock when not in use MACERATOR PUMP OPTIONAL Cruisers yacht s 4 28 ...

Page 52: ...The Y valve is also located under the aft stateroom floor ACAVTION Do not run flu pump dry lUmning flu pump when there is no waste Q pump out offlu holding tank will slwrten flu life offlu pump Third activate the macerator pump by turning the breaker on the ACIDC control panel to the on position A full tank can be emptied in approximately 3 minutes Fourth close the macerator discharge seacock afte...

Page 53: ...ederal Water Pollution Control Act If such a discharge occurs and causes a film or sheen upon or discoloration of the surface of the water or causes an emulsion or sludge beneath the surface of the water the violators are subject to a penalty of 5 000 NotifY the Coast Guard immediately or call toll free 1 800 424 8802 to report any such incident The deep part of the hull where incidental water dra...

Page 54: ... per mits automatic pump operation when the DC breaker switches are turned off When the water in the bilge reaches a certain level a triggering device turns the pump on When the water drains the pump will automatically shut off A separate circuit breaker on the AC DC control panel protects the automatic circuit Blowers Gas and Diesel A WARNING Gasolw vapors can explode Before starting engines CMck...

Page 55: ... it to escape into the outside atmosphere The real danger arises when repairs are being made to the tank system An opened pipeline will release a heavy surge of the gas right at the workman involved An 87 concentration of the gas produced unconsciousness and 90 causes death There is simply no margin with which to gamble Before you work with your holding tank system open all doors and hatches wide ...

Page 56: ...d Regulations 5 4 Safety Precautions for Engine Exhaust 5 6 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 5 8 Pre Start Checklist 5 8 Starting Gas Engines 5 9 Starting Diesel Engines 5 10 Stopping Gas Engines 5 12 Stopping Diesel Engines 5 12 Fueling 5 12 Suggested Maneuvering Techniques 5 13 Dropping and Weighing Anchor 5 17 Towing the Boat 5 1 8 jrCruisers yacht s 5 1 ...

Page 57: ...easily accessed Keep up to date navigational charts of areas to be traveled on board Make a practice of letting someone know your travel plans and route leave a float plan with someone Check local weather repons before casting off Watch the weather Be on the lookout for strong winds and elecuical storms Do not overload or improperly load your boat Require good boat shoes be worn by all passengers ...

Page 58: ...Make Other Info Persons Aboard Name Age Address Telephone Engine Type HP ______________ No of Engines Fuel Capacity ______ _ _ _______ Sun rival Equipment PFD s _______ Flares ________ Mirror ____ ____ Smoke Signals Flashlight _______ Food Paddles Water ________ Anchor Raft or Dinghy ____ _____ EPIRB Radio Yes No __ Type ________ Freq ___________ Trip Expectations Departure Time __________ Leaving...

Page 59: ...26 or call the Coast Guard Boating Safety Hotline at 1 800 368 5647 There are also many boating safety courses available to the public Call toll free Courseline 1 800 336 2628 to find out what courses are offered in your area The minimum standards of safety as required by the U S Coast Guard for your boat are listed below You MUST equip your boat to meet or exceed these requirements At least one C...

Page 60: ...shape When entering pan or going upstream the PORT left side of the channel is marked with GREEN ODD numbered can buoys The STARBOARD right side of the channel is marked with RED EVEN numbered nun or spar buoys The middle of the channel is marked with RED and WHITE vertically striped spherical or can buoys always pass close to the buoys Can buoys will have a spherical topmark Obstructions channel ...

Page 61: ... consciousness headaches nausea and vomit ing are some symptoms of exposure to carbon monoxide If you think exhaust fumes are entering your boat correct the problem immediately Observe the following safety precautions Be alert for the odor of exhaust fumes A natural vacuum created while underway in cenain wind and sea con ditions may allow exhaust to be drawn into the cabin Adjust the direc tion o...

Page 62: ... traveling along obstruction Operating at slow speed or while dead in the water o Operating with high bow angle Exhausts from other vessels in confined areas KC 0467 ll Operating with canvas tops and side curtains in place without ventilation To reduce CO accumulation ventilate the boat interior by opening the windows and or can vas to provide adequate ventilation Deck hatches can be opened at slo...

Page 63: ...before starting engines Allow the blowers to run until cruising speed is attained Check engine and transmission oil levels If equipped check fresh water coolant level Check gas fuel valves to make sure fuel can flow to engines Check diesel fuel valves to make sure fuel can flow to engines Open seacocks for engine cooling water head flush water air con ditioning water etc as equipped Check steering...

Page 64: ...ositUm Step I With ignition key switches off put both shift control levers in neutral position Step 2 Move each throttle lever forward to full throttle position and back to idle position Throttle linkage and cable must move smoothly TRANSMISSION IN NEUTRAL Q0 CD 0 Q QQ08QQ88QQ Step 3 Turn key switch of one engine to START position Release key immediately after engine statts The key is spring loade...

Page 65: ...ann up Check water temperature gauges to be sure water temperature remains within the specified range If temperature gauge reads abnonnally high STOP ENGINE IMMEDIATELY and detennine the cause Step 7 Check engine exhausts to see that they are discharging water Water circulation in the engines should take place shortly after starting Step 8 Inspect for any fuel oil water and exhaust leaks Starting ...

Page 66: ...the engine at approximately 1400 RPM and check the oil pressure gauge If oil pressure does not rise to specified range in 15 seconds STOP ENGINE IMMEDIATELY and determine the cause Step 5 Repeat starting procedure for the second engine IMPORTANT The second engine may be difficult to hear when it stans due to the noise of the first engine Observe the tachometer of the second engine When the RPM s J...

Page 67: ...ers back to idle position Step 5 Tum engine key switches to STOP position position R Step 6 When engine rotation stops tum key switches counterclockwise to position 0 Fueling Refer to your engine owner s manual for the fuel type and octane rating recommended for your parncular engine Your dealer may have fuel sug gestions relative to climate conditions and the use of your boat A WARNING Allprecaut...

Page 68: ...s of room until you get the feel for the boat and its controls Forget the Steering Wheel The rudders are basically useless at slow speeds Put your hands on the control levers and leave the steering wheel alone Recognize the Outside Forces Check the wind direction and veloc ity as well as the water currents Use the external forces to your advantage when maneuvering don t fight them Proceed Slowly G...

Page 69: ...ITION ACAVTION Do not shift transmissWn at engine speeds above 1000 RPM Damnge to engines or puwer train could result Momentarily pa in neutral and allow engine to return to idle speed before engaging transmission Using throttle and shift control levers to compensate for wind and water currents allows you to maintain a relatively still position in the water Keep the bow pointed into the wind or cu...

Page 70: ...rse the other to forward To advance your position and quicken the turn increase the speed on the forward prop To move back from your position and quicken the Urn increase the speed on the reverse prop PROPELLER BURSTS AL ID STOPPING Propeller burst is a maneuvering technique requiring fairly moderate speed 800 1000 RPM and using shift controls only Move shift lever of port or starboard engine to f...

Page 71: ...ttle levers back to 2 3 to 3 4 throttle a more fuel efficient cruising speed A WARNING Do not overtrim The boat may veer or the bow may dig in causing you to loose cuntrol When accelerating to cruising speed lower trim tabs to assist the boat up at the stem and into a planing attitude quickly As water passes under the hull it contacts the trim tabs forcing the stem up Change the angle of the trim ...

Page 72: ...landmarks at the time the anchor is dropped and one half hour later If the reference marks have moved the anchor is dragging and must be reseL The end of the anchor line should be attached to a mooring cleat When the line is coiled it should be done neatly and each coil put around or on top of the previous coil so the line can be fed out smoothly when anchoring To weigh PUll in anchor it is recomm...

Page 73: ...amaged by excessive pulling strain Use a double braided nylon rope Some synthetic fiber ropes stretch too much Make a bridle for each craft towing and towed by putting a rope completely around the hull A WARNING Always stay clear ofany tight or slrele1red lines If you run aground depending on the situation there are a few things you can do Wait for the rising tide to lift you off Shift weight and ...

Page 74: ...Forum http www CruisersOwnersForum com Section 6 Periodic Checks and Seroices PERIODIC CHECKS AND SERVICES 6 2 Before Every Use 6 3 Every 50 Hours 6 7 Every 100 Hours 6 8 Monthly 6 9 Quarterly 6 l0 Annually 6 11 i Cruisers yacht s 6 ...

Page 75: ...d services listed below FREQUENCY TASK Before Every Use I Check seawater strainers for leaks and accumula tion of debris 2 Check exhaust system for leaks 3 Check seacocks for leaks 4 Check propeller stuffing box for excessive water entry 5 Check fuel system lines and connections for leaks 6 Check battery charge Every 50 Hours I Clean seawater strainers 2 Clean freshwater filter 3 Inspect rudder ti...

Page 76: ...all hose connections to and from the strainers for leakage 3 If hose is damaged or leaking close the appropriate seacock to prevent any further entry of water and then replace the damaged hose and clamps See your authorized Cruisers dealer for parts and service 4 Inspect container for build up of debris which can clog the strainer and cause a system failure If strainer needs to be cleaned do the f...

Page 77: ... SEACOCKS FOR LEAKS Cruisers yacht s 1 Check the following seacocks Port and starboard engine cooling water seacocks located in the engine compartment Generator cooling water seacock located in the engine compartment Air conditioning seacock located in the engine compartment Head inlet water seacocks located under the aft and forward state room floor hatches Head outlet water seacocks located in t...

Page 78: ... Seacocks can only be replaced when the boat is out ofthe water If le lkage is apparenL lake your boar to J Cruisers dealer for immediate service CHECK PROPELLER STUFFING BOX FOR EXCESSNE WATER ENTRY TO ENGINE 10 15 DROPS MIN AT CRUISING SPEED IS PERMISSmLE 1 Operate boat at cruising speed LOCK NUT 2 Inspect propeller shaft at stuffing box Ten to fifteen drops of Vater per minute is normaL A CAUTI...

Page 79: ...lines and connections at the fuel ranks and at the generator and engines A WARNING DO NOT operate the engines when fuel leaks luwe been detected Allfuels are combustible and gaso line vapors are explosive Repair any leak before starting the engines or the generatar 2 Tighten any connection that mav be leaking If problem persists or fuel lines are damaged refer the problem to your Cruisers dealer C...

Page 80: ... lod reattach bottom to housing cover INSPECT RUDDER TIE BA I _FRESHWATER F1LTER i iI COTTER PIN CHECK TIE BAR CHECK COTTER FOR FOR PIN OSENESS LOOSENE O 1 d t CONNECTING lCONN ING f r Mm SETSCREW e CHECK FOR LOOSNESS CHECK FOR LOOSENESS I CYLINDER 1 Check tie bar at each end for loose hardware and damaged or missing Q ter pins Tighten and replace as needed 2 Check cylinder where it attaches to ti...

Page 81: ...ECT PROPELLERS FOR DAMAGE 1 Check propellers for bends cracks and pitting 2 Do nO continue to use badly damaged propellers Damaged pro pellers must be replaced See Section 8 for details Every 100 Hours INSPECT FRESHWATER SYSTEM FOR LEAKS l Fill and pressurize freshwater system 2 Remove salon floor hatch to access the engine cornpanment 3 Inspect connections at freshwater reservoir filter pump and ...

Page 82: ...e the GFCI outlets throughout the boat 4 Push the test button on each GFCI outlet Power should be inter rupted to all outlets onboard Press the reset button to restore power 5 If power is not interrupted do not use any of the outlets Have a qualified electrician make the necessary repairs CHECK ZINCS A CAUTION Failure to maintain the zincs on your boat wiY result in electrolytic corrosion to all s...

Page 83: ...CK HYDR L LIC STEERING S ySTE VI OIL LEVEL 1 Remove vent plug from fill hole un helm pUIllp 2 Visually inspect oil level Recommended oille e is approximate ly I from lOp of till hole 3 If oil needs to be added refer to oltr hydraulic tecring uwner s manual f x filling and bleeding instructions ese grade of oil reconlmended by Illanuhtclurer i Cruisers yachts 6 10 ...

Page 84: ...f the reservoir If oil islow replenish in the following manner Remove plastic cover by unscrewing center screw Remove plug from fill tube and use a funnel with a tube to add lubricating oil Fill only until oil reaches the full line indicated on the reservoir CHECK E GINE TO SHAFT COUPLING ALIGNMENT See Section 8 GENERAL MAINTENANCE for details LUBRICATE RUDDER SHAFT Lubricate wi th a waterproof ma...

Page 85: ...rtment Head inlet water seacocks located under the aft and fonvard state room floor hatches Head outlet water seacocks located in the engine compartment and under the forward stateroom floor hatch Deck washdown seacock located in the engine compartment 2 Use lubricating oil and lubricate the wing screw threads and the valve handle at its pivot point CHECK ENGINE MOUNTING HARDWARE i Cruisers yacht ...

Page 86: ...rsForum http www CruisersOwnersForum com Section 7 Storage for Extended Lay Up STORAGE FOR EXTENDED LAY UP 7 2 Lifting and Storing Your Boat 7 2 Transporting 7 3 Winterization 7 4 Fitting Out After Storage 7 8 Cruisers yacht s 7 1 ...

Page 87: ...ot spreader bars to lift the boat Slings must have a minimum width of six inches and a capacity rating high enough to support the boat Spreader bars reduce the side pressure at the boat s sheer line and prevent distortion or damage to the deck or gunwale molding Put slings around the hun at positions marked SUNG The sling decal is locatedjust under the gunwale molding Make sure the sling contacts ...

Page 88: ...g on the suppOrt or ground DO NOT apply any load stress to props shafts rudders struts etc Transporting The boat must be supported on a trailer with the same care and concern as on the ground Cover the boat to prevent additional load being added from rain or snow Contact your dealer for assistance in transporting your craft Transporting Checklist Check all federal state and local regulations and r...

Page 89: ...m area etc that has occurred during the past boating season Try to have any repairs made before covering the craft d Fuel System IMPORTANT Do not fill the tanks so fuel flows from the vents Allow room in the tanks for expansion 1 Fuel tanks should be filled with treated fuel to prevent con densation Use the following products per instructions on container Gasoiine use a stabilizer and conditioner ...

Page 90: ... long enough so antifreeze runs through pump and lines 5 Remove drain plug from seacock while seacock is closed Allow line to drain Replace drain plug i Air Conditioning System 1 Open intake seacock Loosen screws on the seawater pump head to allow water to drain from pump 2 Disconnect intake and both unit supply hoses 3 Flush units and lines to strainer and seacock with clean water 4 Blow water ou...

Page 91: ...to blow water from all water lines 9 Connect outlet hose to freshwater pump Pour approximately 1 112 ounce of potable alcohol into the pump inlet Rotate pump pulley two Urns by hand and connect inlet hose I Ice Maker and Refrigerator Freezers 1 Allow the ice maker to operate approximately 1 2 hours after the freshwater system has been winterized This will allow any water in the system to be used u...

Page 92: ...ugs q Interior Preparations I Remove items that will hold moisture and cause mildew such as life jackets towels blankets cushions mattresses clothing cunains canvas etc 2 Scrub the inside of the boat Clean the cabinets drawers and cupboards Try to allow one day for drying and airing out the cabin area as weather permits 3 If mattresses and cushions are left onboard stand or prop them up to allow g...

Page 93: ...essary d Open and close all seacocks to check operation Install all drain plugs in strainers and seacocks e Check all hoses and fittings for cracking splitting or deterioration Replace defective pans immediately f Batteries 1 Make sure batteries are fully charged and the electrolyte level is approximately 112 inch above the internal plates 2 Clean battery posts and cables Use a solution of baking ...

Page 94: ...er to generator owner s manual for procedures to put genera tor back into service 1 Put miscellaneous equipment such as mattresses cushions cur tains life jackets etc onboard m Make sure all seacocks are closed and launch boat A CAUTION Remain with the boatfor a minimum of8 hours after launching the boat This will aJltrw time to check hullfor any kaks and correct the problem before the boat is swa...

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Page 96: ...table engine mounts adjust engine until coupling is in alignment See your Cruisers dealer 4 Leave coupling half on transmission stationary and rotate the pro peller shaft 1 turn in 90 intervals At each 90 interval check the clearance between the coupling halves If the four measurements differ by more than 0 003 inches the propeller shaft may be bent FRICTION ADJUSTMENT FOR THROTTLE LEVERS 1 Remove...

Page 97: ...5 If the contact area is small apply a course valve grinding com pound to the taper of the shaft Install the prop and rotate it on the shaft clockwise and counterclockwise about 100 times 6 Remove the prop and clean the grinding compound from the shaft and prop Repeat steps 2 to 4 i Apply a light layer of waterproof grease to taper area of shaft 8 Insrall the key and prop on the shaft The key shou...

Page 98: ...ened 4 Transfer marks for vertical position to new rudder shaft 5 Loosen the hardware to remove rudder arm from the rudder shaft Lower the rudder from the boat The packing nut may have to be loosened to remove the rudder 6 Remove the packing nut ring and old packing 7 Install a new rudder and hold it in place while new packing pack ing ring and nut are installed 8 Install rudder arm Adjust vertica...

Page 99: ...stic hose Rubber hoses can add an objectionable taste to the water To clean your new freshwater system or the system after a long period of storage use the following procedure 1 Make a solution of2 1I2 cups 20 oz of household bleach and 10 gallons of water 2 Pour the solution into the empty tank and fill the tank with fresh water 3 Stan the freshwater pump and bleed all the air from the fresh wate...

Page 100: ... and soil adhesion If waxing alone does not bring back the shiny appearance hand buffing with DuPont 7 Rub bing Compound or power buffing with Mirror Glaze 1 may be necessary GELCOAT REPAIR Scratches or blemishes in the geicoat may detract from the appearance of your boat but they do not affect the strength or integrity of the fiberglass hull or the component which the geicoat covers A geicoat rep...

Page 101: ...ing your boat follow paint manufac turer s suggestions General Care and Cleaning DECK FITTINGS AND HARDWARE Stainless steel has been used wherever possible on your boat It is not totally resistant to corrosion Regular cleaning and polishing with a chrome or stainless steel polish will maintain and extend its life A daily rinsing with clear water to remove any salt residue is suggested A light wipe...

Page 102: ...oap in lukewarm IOO F m water DO NOT use detergents Rinse canvas with clean water to remove all soap Allow canvas to drip dry If canvas is heavily soiled and stained soak the canvas for approximately 20 minutes in a solution of 112 cup 4 oz bleach 114 cup 2 oz household soap I gallon water Rinse canvas with clean water to remove all soap and drip dry Excessive soaking in bleach can deteriorate sti...

Page 103: ...oxide Detector 9 4 Cockpit Shower 9 4 Courtes LighlS 9 5 Covers 9 5 Halon Automatic Fire Extinguisher 9 6 ticrowavc 9 6 Refrigerator Freezer Calley 9 6 Salon Color Tele ision and VCR IS _ 9 7 Spotlight 9 7 Stove Top 9 8 Telephone Jack and Dockside Receptacle _ 9 8 Trim Tabs 9 8 Windlass S stem _ 9 9 Assembl Procedures _ 9 11 through 9 13 Flybridge 9 11 Arch _ 9 12 Hardtop _ 9 12 Bridge Seating _ 9...

Page 104: ...alled in the salon The 9 000 BTU air conditioner is located in the aft stateroom The air conditioner located behind the refrigerator cools the galley and the forward stateroom The controls for the forward stateroom and salon units are located for ward of the AC DC control panel The control for the aft stateroom unit is located at the pon side of the aft stateroom Supply vents are located in the ga...

Page 105: ... auxiliary generator it converts AC power to 12 volts DC and disnibutes the charge automatically to any or all the batteries as needed To operate the battery charger the circuit breaker BATTERY CHARGER must be in the ON position For further information on the battery charger refer to the owner s man ual in your skipper s kit Bridge Entertainment Center Wet Bar The wet bar consists of a sink with p...

Page 106: ...and refrigerator Carbon Monoxide Detector The carbon monoxide detector warns of carbon monoxide in the air and tracks the level over an extended period of time The detector with visible and audible alarms operates on 12 volts DC Locations for the detectors include the aft stateroom salon and fonvard stateroom Refer to your skipper s kit for operating instructions in the carbon monox ide handbook C...

Page 107: ...e bridge area and with the curtains the bridge area is enclosed allov i ng operation in inclement weather Do not fold or crease clear vinyl panels roll them for storage Iylon straps hold the rolled up door open for easy access to the bridge Bridge Mooring Cover The bridge cover stretches over the bridge and snaps in place to keep it clean and dry when the boat is not in use To install the cover st...

Page 108: ...uxiliary generator only The microwave is protected by a circuit breaker in the main AC panel marked MICROWAVE Refer to the booklet in your skipper s kit for complete operating and care instructions RefrigeratorIFreezer Galley The dual voltage refrigerator is designed for the marine industry and operates on the same principal as the standard domestic refrigerator The refrigerator freezer consists o...

Page 109: ... salon area The AC supply and the starboard OUTLETS circuit breaker must be on to operate these components See the information contained in the skipper s kit for operation and care of the stereo and CD player Optional TV with Remote Control The forward and aft staterooms may have color TV with remote control Antenna connections are described above under Color Television and VCRlVHS See the informa...

Page 110: ... power connectors Telephone jacks are conveniently located throughout the salon and stateroom areas 1M TELEJHONE INLET PL TELEPHONE JACK OUTLET Trim Tabs The two trim tabs located on the transom heIp to correct the attitude and control your boat The tabs are controlled individually by rocker type switches located to the starboard side of the helm A resettable circuit breaker on the helm circuit br...

Page 111: ...the circuit breakerlisolator bulton ON The power indicator light on the Remote Control panel will glow when ON The winch can now be operated by the UPIDOWN switch on the Remote Control Panel or by the footswitches if filled A WARNING When using the Winch DO NOT SWITCH IMMEDI ATELYFROM ONE DIRECTION TO THE OTHER WITHOUT WAITING FOR THE WINDLASS TO STOP AS TmS COULD DAMAGE THE WINDLASS Abuse is not ...

Page 112: ...clutch Lowering the Anchor Under Power Proceed as follows I Check that the clutch is firmly tightened by inserting the handle provided in the clutchnut and rotating the handle clockwise approx one turn 2 With the main circuit breaker isolator panel ON the Winch may be operated by either the Remote Control toggle switch or using the footswitch if fitted 3 Hold press the switch down to payout suffic...

Page 113: ...t base This is required to keep the bridge rigid as it is being lifted 3 Prepare the bridge landing on the deck by applying a bead of sealer around each bolt and a bead in the center of the landing from bolt to bolt 4 Remove any wire ties that are used to hold the bridge harness steering helm and hydraulic lines during shipping 5 Place 4 4 x 4 blocks on the flybridge landing and lower bridge onto ...

Page 114: ...g bolts using and additional 3 8 nut and washer STEP 3 Installing Optional Hanltop 1 Apply a bead of sealer around each of the 8 bolt holes in aft deck for hardtop supports 2 Look at inside ends of hardtop supports for marking showing port starboard top and bottom 3 Bolt supports to deck using 3 8 bolts supplied Note Only install hand tight at this time 4 Apply protective tape above and below bolt...

Page 115: ...with sealer 2 Install compartment dividers under port seating and bridge stor age area 3 Install bimini top and canvas 4 Install TV antenna and connect hardtop light wires 5 Secure flybridge to bridge floor seal each screw and apply a bead of sealer around base If you have any questions contact Cruisers Customer Service Department at 414 834 2211 Fax 414 8344292 9 13 Cruisers yacht s ...

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Page 117: ...connect battery cables be ure making checks ur adjustments around engine and ekctrical ctnnpo nents PerscnwJ injury ur damage to the boot nury occur POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUITON Fuel valves are closed or fuel Check fuel valves or fill tank tank is empty Contaminated fuel Check fuel for contaminants or water If fuel is contaminated drnin tank and lines flush with clean fuel and replace fuel filters See ...

Page 118: ...ive vibration Foreign objectS obstructing the Remove objects from prop shaft or NOTE Some vibration is propeller rudder by reversing prop or cutting and normal due to engine and pulling away obstruction prop action Bent prop or shaft Replace prop or shaft as necessary Make sure prop is not pulled off shaft center by the prop key See Section 8 Engine and shaft are misaligned Check engine and shaft ...

Page 119: ...eak or discharged battery Loose or broken wife connection Light bulb burned out Generator will not start DC main circuit breaker in OFF position No power at AC outlets Ground fault circuit interrupter tripped 1iCruisers yacht s 10 4 SOLUllON Reduce overload or distribute load evenly Trimming the boat will also help Run prop in reverse or cut and pull material from prop Inspect propeller replace as...

Page 120: ...ak or worn pump Low water pressure at only Restriction or obstruction in one shower or sink water line Shower sump overflows SUMP PUMP circuit breaker in the tripped or OFF position Discharge lines blocked or pinched Pump or automatic switch is defective 10 5 SOLUTION If breaker is tripped correct the problem and reset otherwise tum circuit breaker ON Fill freshwater tank Have pump serviced by aut...

Page 121: ...the problem cuit breaker in the tripped or and reset otherwise tum circuit breaker OFF position ON Low battery charge Charge the batteries Flush water seacock not open Open seacock Inlet pedal valve not working Have head serviced by authorized dealer Head will not empty Yvalve not open or line to Open Y valve or remove obstruction holding tank is blocked Cruisers yacht s 10 6 ...

Page 122: ...shall not apply to the following 1 Boats subjected to negligence abuse misuse or accident 2 Boats subjected to improper operation trailering maintenance or storage commercial use or use for purposes other than those for which the boat was designed 3 Defects or damages caused by a force or impact which exceeds design specifications including but not limited to exposure to harmful solvents and elect...

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