Everglades 340 DC, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...OWNER S MANUAL 340 DC...

Page 2: ...2 Revision 0 11 07 2018...

Page 3: ...2 OPERATION 2 1 General 23 2 2 Rules of the Road 23 2 3 Pre Cruise Check 26 2 4 Operating Your Boat 27 2 5 Docking Anchoring Mooring 28 2 6 Controls Steering or Propulsion System Failure 30 2 7 Collis...

Page 4: ...CTRICAL SYSTEM 6 1 General 57 6 2 DC System Overview 57 6 3 Engine Starting House Batteries Battery Switches 58 6 4 SeaKeeper Batteries Main Switch Optional 60 6 5 Ignition Switch Panels 61 6 6 12 Vol...

Page 5: ...96 Chapter 10 VENTILATION SYSTEM 10 1 Cabin Ventilation 97 10 2 Windshield Helm Ventilation 97 10 3 Carbon Monoxide Proper Ventilation 99 10 4 Bilge System Compartment Ventilation 101 10 5 Maintenanc...

Page 6: ...Fuel 137 13 5 Generator 137 13 6 Bilge Pumps Components 137 13 7 Drainage System 138 Chapter 14 SEASONAL MAINTENANCE 14 1 Storage Lay up 139 14 2 Winterizing 141 14 3 Recommissioning 143 Appendix A GL...

Page 7: ...HAZARDS OR UNSAFE PRACTICES WHICH COULD RESULT IN MINOR PERSONALINJURYOR PRODUCTAND PROPERTY DAMAGE All instructions given in this book are as seen from the stern looking toward the bow with starboard...

Page 8: ...G THIS VESSEL FOR MORE INFORMATION GO TO WWW P65WARNING CA GOV MARINE California Health Safety Code 25249 5 13 State of California Emission Requirements Your boat may be equipped with an engine that m...

Page 9: ...tion will be important for you your dealer and or Everglades service personnel to know if you may need to call them for technical assistance or service BOAT MODEL HULL id PURCHASE DATE DELIVERY DATE I...

Page 10: ...WN___________________________________________________________ 35 25 TRANSOM HEIGHT___________________________________________________________________30 30 BRIDGE CLEARANCE W HARDTOP___________________...

Page 11: ...to register your ownership This should be done within 15 days of the date of purchase and before the boat is put into service A form for recording this information for your records is provided at the...

Page 12: ...glades Boats reserves the right to make changes at anytime without notice in colors materials equipment specifications and models If you have questions about the equip ment on your Everglades please c...

Page 13: ...d additional information regarding accident reporting please visit the U S Coast Guard Boating Safety web site www uscgboating org Education If you are not an experienced boater we recom mend that the...

Page 14: ...14 NOTES...

Page 15: ...e of these systems begins to fail Refer to the engine owner s manual for infor mation on the alarms installed with your engines If the alarm sounds Immediately throttle the engines back to idle Shift...

Page 16: ...ld and under must wear a PFD at all times Anyone being towed on skis wakeboards and other water sports equipment is considered a passenger on the boat and must wear a Coast Guard approved life jacket...

Page 17: ...deral Requirements And Safety Tips For Recreational Boats pamphlet or visit the U S Coast Guard Boating Safety web site www uscgboating org for information on the type and size fire extinguisher requi...

Page 18: ...ing A slight buildup of carbon monoxide over several hours causes headache nausea and other symp toms that are similar to food poisoning motion sickness or flu High concentrations can be fatal within...

Page 19: ...anufacturer of your carbon monoxide detector and have it tested and recertified periodically Typical First Aid Kit 1 8 First Aid It is the operator s responsibility to be familiar with the proper firs...

Page 20: ...tered accord ing to the instructions provided with the beacon so that the beacon s unique distress code can be used to quickly identify the boat and owner Marine Radio A marine radio is the most effec...

Page 21: ...ust be replaced Immediately contact your dealer or Everglades Customer Service for a replacement STATEMENT DISCHARGE OF OIL PROHIBITED ILLEGAL TO DUMP NMMA YACHT CERTIFICATION WARNING INSPECT FUEL SYS...

Page 22: ...22 NOTES...

Page 23: ...ter how well it is constructed Any boat can be severely damaged if it is operated in a manner that exceeds its design limitations If the ride is hard on you and your passengers it is hard on the boat...

Page 24: ...f your position and course and the position and course of other vessels All navigation rules apply If the bow light of another vessel shows red you should give way to that vessel if it shows green you...

Page 25: ...25 Operation...

Page 26: ...gine Turn the battery switches on Check the bilge water level Look for other signs of potential problems Monitor for the scent of fuel fumes Test the automatic and manual bilge pump switches to make s...

Page 27: ...engines Make sure you follow the break in procedure exactly Always operate the blower whenever the gen erator is running to remove fumes and help cool the equipment compartment Avoid sea conditions t...

Page 28: ...ck Lines Maneuvering the boat near the dock and secur ing the boat require skill and techniques that are unique to the water and wind conditions and the layout of the dock If possible position a crew...

Page 29: ...e fenders to protect the boat while it is docked Keep the engines running until the lines are secured Backing into a Slip Approach the slip with the stern against the wind or current and the engines s...

Page 30: ...dragging If it is dragging you will have to start all over It is prudent to use two anchors at the bow if your are anchoring overnight or in rough weather After the anchor is set the windlass must not...

Page 31: ...DESIGNED OR INTENDED TO BE USED FOR TOWING PURPOSES THESE CLEATS ARE SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED AS MOORING CLEATS FOR SECURING THE BOAT TO A DOCK PIER ETC DO NOT USE THESE FITTINGS FOR TOWING OR ATTEMPTING...

Page 32: ...ssist him on board Check the person for injuries and administer first aid if necessary If the injuries are seri ous call for help Refer to the Safety chapter for more information on first aid and requ...

Page 33: ...ovides the ready signal When turning around to pick up a fallen skier make sure to look for other boat traffic in the direction of the turn before you turn the boat Approach a skier in the water from...

Page 34: ...r the ladder or swim platform while the engine is running 2 14 Trash Disposal The discharge of plastic trash or trash mixed with plastic is illegal anywhere in the marine environ ment U S Coast Guard...

Page 35: ...your tow vehicle is capable of towing the weight of the trailer boat and equipment and the weight of the passengers and equipment inside the vehicle This may require that the tow vehicle be spe ciall...

Page 36: ...follow in a straight line and prevent the coupler from dragging on the road Make sure the trailer emergency brake cable or chain is also installed to the tow vehicle frame Make sure the LIGHTS on the...

Page 37: ...ROUS GAS THAT IS POTENTIALLY LETHAL 3 2 Drive System Corrosion Each outboard motor is a complete drive sys tem with the gear case being just forward of the propeller and connected to the power head wi...

Page 38: ...he engines should be flushed after each use Refer to the engine owner s man ual for the proper engine flushing procedure CAUTION NEVER RUN AN OUTBOARD MOTOR WITHOUT WATER FLOWING TO THE WATER PUMP SER...

Page 39: ...new and you have not added any additional gear or heavy equipment and have not damaged the propellers there is a good chance the propellers are not the problem The addition of heavy equipment like a t...

Page 40: ...Yamaha engine and Command Link Plus owner s manuals and the manuals for the electronics installed on your boat for detailed information on the operation of the instruments and additional functions ava...

Page 41: ...READING OCCURS SHUT THE ENGINE OFF IMMEDIATELY THEN INVESTIGATE AND CORRECT THE PROBLEM Fuel Gauge The fuel gauge indicates the amount of fuel in the fuel tanks On boats equipped with Yamaha Command...

Page 42: ...utboard engines On Yamaha engines the fuel management gauge is built into the Command Link Plus display and can moni tor miles per gallon total gallons used and total gallons remaining Refer to the en...

Page 43: ...es The controls have a single lever for each engine that operates as a gearshift and a throttle Gen eral operation will include a position for neutral straight up and down or slightly aft of vertical...

Page 44: ...his device prohibits an en gine from being started while the shift lever is in any position other than the neutral position If the engine will not start slight movement of the shift lever may be neces...

Page 45: ...or the transom gel coat can be damaged by tilting the engines to the full up position with the engines turned to the wrong position Most boats require the steering wheel to be turned completely to st...

Page 46: ...ance to preset limits as the engine speed increases or decreases The steering angles and steering wheel resistance at specific engine speeds are programed into the system at the factory and are not ad...

Page 47: ...ction the joystick is pushed with the engine speed increasing the further the stick is pushed up to preset limits Turning the knob on the top of the joystick rotates the boat in the direction the knob...

Page 48: ...it from the top to the bottom of the display the tabs are fully extended bow down The trim tabs are programmed to automatically retract when the engines are shutdown to keep the actuators clean and se...

Page 49: ...ing system manufacturer when adding fluid Generally periodic lubrication of all moving parts and connections with a light waterproof grease is in order Check the hydraulic hoses and fittings for chaff...

Page 50: ...s are submerged in an electrolyte Seawater is an electrolyte and submerged metal components must be properly protected The anodes will need to be changed when they are 75 of their original size Refer...

Page 51: ...the fuel supply at the withdrawal tank location can increase or decrease accordingly Be extremely careful when attempting to operate the boat when low on fuel Though some fuel may be in the tank the...

Page 52: ...SIPHON VALVE BECOME CLOGGED CLEAN AND REINSTALL OR REPLACE IF A FUEL LINE SHOULD LEAK ANTI SIPHON VALVES PREVENT A SUBSTANTIAL AMOUNT OF FUEL FROM FLOWING INTO THE BILGE ANTI SIPHON VALVES ARE REQUIRE...

Page 53: ...may be required to control algae in your boating area You should contact your dealer or the generator manufacturer for additional information regarding fuels and ad ditives Notice Do not allow the gen...

Page 54: ...the OFF position Make sure all passengers leave the boat Close all doors and hatches WARNING Gasoline fuel vapors that accumulate in THE bilge Aft systems COMPARTMENT ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT COMPARTMENT...

Page 55: ...the fuel fill cap seal with Teflon or silicone grease The seal prevents water from entering the fuel system through the fuel fill cap and it should be immedi ately replaced if there is any sign of dam...

Page 56: ...ce that quickly clogs the filter and starves the engine for fuel WARNING DO NOT DRAIN ANY FUEL INTO THE BILGE WHEN SERVICING THE FUEL SYSTEM THIS COULD LEAD TO A FIRE OR EXPLOSION AFTER THE FILTER ELE...

Page 57: ...activated by a battery switch and charged by a battery charger in the compartment near the batteries Most 12 volt power is distributed to the 12 volt accessories through individual fuses located in t...

Page 58: ...y parallel switch are activated by special switches in helm Each battery switch has a manual override that can activate enable or deactivate disable the switch if the remote switch or relay fails The...

Page 59: ...urned off charging stops and the sensing circuits disconnect the batteries from the charging circuits thereby automatically isolating the batteries from one another When in port or at anchor the engin...

Page 60: ...tery Switch and Circuit Protection A panel located below the helm seat includes an ON OFF switch that activates the battery switch to supply high amperage DC power to the Seakeeper circuit a heavy dut...

Page 61: ...ure for the starboard engine Stop the engines by pressing the START STOP buttons again Then turn the key switch to OFF and remove the key to deactivate the START STOP panel and secure the engines 6 5...

Page 62: ...oat horn Nav Anc Pressing the switch once will activate the naviga tion lights Press the switch again to activate the anchor light Press the switch again to turn the anchor light off Fwd Bilge Manuall...

Page 63: ...witches automati cally return to the OFF position when released Helm Light Activates the red overhead lights above the helm Press the switch again to turn the lights off Deck Lights Activates the ligh...

Page 64: ...ilt and trim switches Spot Light Optional Located in the hardtop electronics panel Controls the spot light that is mounted on the hardtop It is protected by a fuse located in the accessory fuse panel...

Page 65: ...that controls the overboard discharge pump system for the holding tank and marine head system Monitor the waste level in the tank while pumping and turn the waste discharge switch off immediately when...

Page 66: ...f a fuse blows it must be replaced with a fuse of the same amperage as the original The fuses are labeled and color coded Never try to correct a problem with a 12 volt accessory by installing a larger...

Page 67: ...is off Windlass Protects the circuit that supplies 12 volt current to the windlass main circuit This circuit is deac tivated when the House battery switch is off Amp 1 Protects the circuit that suppl...

Page 68: ...tes the emergency parallel relay This circuit is always supplied current when the house batteries are connected Spare Reserved for additional 12 volt accessories Accessory Continuous Power Fuse Panel...

Page 69: ...supplied power by the Main or Electronics main breakers Fuses in the panels protect the individual circuits for electronics or other accessories mounted in the helm and cockpit lounge area of your boa...

Page 70: ...it breakers located in the cabin AC panel The inlet main breakers protect the system from an overload All AC outlets in the cabin and cockpit are protected by ground fault interrupters to protect agai...

Page 71: ...esetting the ELCI once If the green LED shows steady illumination and the ELCI does not trip again the circuit is correct and activated If the ELCI continues to trip and the red FAULT LED is lit after...

Page 72: ...LED should show steady illumination and the red FAULT LED should remain off The ELCI trips and opens the main circuit when there is a ground fault condition If the red FAULT LED is continuously illum...

Page 73: ...range Refer to the meter owner s manual for more in formation on the features and operation of the AC Multimeter SHORE OFF GENERATOR Selector Switch The shore AC system includes one or two power cord...

Page 74: ...There are one or two battery chargers a 60 amp charger for the engine starting and house bat teries and an optional 40 amp charger for the batteries that power the SeaKeeper when this option is instal...

Page 75: ...d misused electrical equipment TV KVH Supplies 120 volt AC electrical current to the TV and satellite antenna AUX Reserved for additional AC equipment Grill Optional Supplies 120 volt AC electrical cu...

Page 76: ...heat exchanger A sacrificial anode in the seawater cooling system protects generator components that are in contact with seawater There is coolant recovery tank for the engine coolant mounted on the b...

Page 77: ...sate for the DC electrical current the engine requires to operate Therefore it is important to activate the battery chargers to maintain the House and Engine batteries whenever the generator is runnin...

Page 78: ...sential protection against electrical shock from faults or short circuits in AC electrical equipment and unfortunately provides a path for low voltage galvanic current to flow between the bonding sys...

Page 79: ...nd corrosion in electrical connectors Spraying receptacles and electrical connections with an electrical contact cleaner or a metal and electrical protector will reduce corrosion and im prove electric...

Page 80: ...with your boat Additionally you should make sure you have the manuals for accessories installed by your dealer or that you bring aboard The specification section of the owner s manual will provide the...

Page 81: ...IONALLY REMOVED and components of the Fresh water system replaced as necessary 7 2 Fresh Water System Operation Fill the water supply tank slowly through the la beled deck plate located on the port gu...

Page 82: ...nd cold water and a retract able shower head with an on off valve To use the shower make sure the Fresh Water pump switch in the helm switch panel is on Then pull the shower head out of the faucet and...

Page 83: ...wn hose and that the hose spray nozzle is off when the fresh water system is activated 7 3 Water Heater Optional The water heater is located in center storage com partment The 120 volt AC element that...

Page 84: ...ean the screen with fresh water Lubricate the O ring lightly with Teflon or silicon grease and reinstall the screen and strainer bowl Periodically remove the lid on the cabin drain and shower sump and...

Page 85: ...arate container first and never add straight chlorine to the fresh water tank Fill the water tank half full with fresh water and pour the mixture into the water tank Top off the tank Activate the syst...

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Page 87: ...he discharge fitting for the air conditioning system in the hull side Water should begin to flow from the discharge fitting within 30 seconds If water does not flow the sys tem may have an air lock or...

Page 88: ...omatic valve The cover on the connector should always be closed to keep the connector clean when the washdown hose is not attached Contact your dealer for information on replacement fittings and hoses...

Page 89: ...ing Notice Do not use the baitwell as a dry storage area it is not in use Seawater could accidently be delivered to the well from the thru hull fitting and damage equipment stored there 8 4 Air Condit...

Page 90: ...nd supplied current by a circuit breaker in the SeaKeeper battery switch panel The pump is activated automatically when ever the SeaKeeper system is running Seawater is supplied to the pump by a valve...

Page 91: ...ner cap counterclockwise to release it Remove the cap and pull the screen out Thor oughly flush the screen and the inside of the strainer to remove foreign matter Lubricate the seal with silicon or Te...

Page 92: ...eeper battery switch off Close the intake water seacock valve Rotate the strainer bowl counterclockwise to release it Remove the bowl and pull the screen out Thoroughly flush the screen and the inside...

Page 93: ...All cup holders in the helm and cockpit areas drain by gravity to the cockpit sole or to the bilge Rope Locker Drain The rope locker drains overboard thru a drain hole in the bottom of the locker It...

Page 94: ...the winter Water trapped in side the legs could freeze and cause the legs to split 9 4 Bilge Drainage There are three bilge pumps forward aft bilge 1 and aft bilge 2 emergency The bilge pumps are acti...

Page 95: ...just prior to launching It is important to check the drain plug regularly to make sure it is tight CAUTION A loose drain plug will allow seawater to enter the bilge and could cause the boat to take o...

Page 96: ...ater level is high enough to activate the pumps Frequently test the high water alarm automatic switch for proper operation This is accom plished by simultaneously holding your fingers on the two reces...

Page 97: ...se momentary switches in the helm switch panel Each switch automatically returns to the OFF position when it is released To open the center section press and hold the Open switch to slide the panel to...

Page 98: ...open or closed position before operating the boat with the pin removed Bow Walk Thru Door An acrylic door secured with a flush push to close latch provides the ability to close off the walk thru area...

Page 99: ...uld be open whenever possible to help pressurize the living spaces of the boat No sleeping in the cabin should be permitted while underway Proper ventilation should be maintained on the bridge deck by...

Page 100: ...igns of car bon monoxide poisoning You should also read the Carbon Monoxide Monitoring System in the Safety Equipment chapter of this manual and the owner s manual supplied by the CO detector manufact...

Page 101: ...ting The in line blower is activated by a switch in the cabin near the generator control panel and is located in the vent hose just below the vent Refer to the Electrical Systems chapter for more info...

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Page 103: ...l fittings must be periodically inspected for loose fit or wear and damage Any problems should be corrected immediately WARNING Everglades BOATS ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH HARDWARE DESIGNED FOR TOWING PURP...

Page 104: ...e hatch is closed with the latch in the secured posi tion before operating the boat above idle speed The rope locker and anchor line is accessed through an opening next to the windlass The anchor line...

Page 105: ...will snub on the line This can cause slippage or apply excessive loads to the windlass The line should be made fast to the anchor line cleat mounted in the compart ment next to the windlass to reliev...

Page 106: ...until the panel is completely closed A limit switch will stop the actuator when the panel reaches the full open or closed position to prevent damage to the panel or the actuator system Release the swi...

Page 107: ...severe injury Do not use the swim platform or BOARDING ladder while an engine is running Stop the engines if divers or swimmers are attempting to board Always retract and properly secure the ladder be...

Page 108: ...NES OR HARDWARE NOT INTENDED FOR TOWING OR RATED FOR THE FORCES EXERTED ON EQUIPMENT DURING THE TOW IS EXTREMELY DANGEROUS AND CAN CAUSE SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH TO PASSENGERS IF THAT EQUIPMENT FAILS NE...

Page 109: ...XTERIOR DOORS AND HATCHES THAT ARE NOT SECURED PROPERLY CAN SLAM CLOSED UNEXPECTEDLY AND CAUSE INJURY TO PASSENGERS OR DAMAGE TO THE BOAT SOME DOORS AND HATCHES ARE EQUIPPED WITH special fasteners hat...

Page 110: ...e door is closed make sure the latch is completely engaged and that the safety pin is snapped into place to prevent the latch from opening accidentally The door should only be opened when the boat is...

Page 111: ...cockpit The hatch is held open by a gas spring and secured with a rotating compression latch with a handle that stores flush with the hatch when it is closed When the baitwell option is selected it i...

Page 112: ...is illuminated by an overhead light with a touch activated switch A dim LED light near the center of the light indicates the location of the switch Touch the switch once to turn the light on Touch th...

Page 113: ...le For the safety of your passengers always make sure the carpet is secured with the snaps Carpet that is not secured can slide unex pectedly Helm Seat The double wide helm seat is equipped with a fli...

Page 114: ...for exterior equipment and navigation lights are located on the helm station An area for flush mounted electronics is located forward of the steering and engine controls The helm is equipped with mold...

Page 115: ...cet to the stored position before operating the boat Refrigerator The dual voltage refrigerator operates on 12 volt DC or 120 volt AC power It will switch to 12 volt DC automatically when AC power is...

Page 116: ...t when it is operated in the reverse cycle mode The ability of the unit to produce heat is affected by the tempera ture of the seawater As the seawater temperature lowers the air conditioner s ability...

Page 117: ...he panel press the CLOSE switch until the panel is completely closed A limit switch will stop the actuator when the panel reaches the full open or closed position to prevent damage to the panel or act...

Page 118: ...RY to a passenger TO AVOID INJURY TO PASSENGERS OR DAMAGE TO THE BOAT ALWAYS CLOSE AND SECURE compartment DOORS whenever the COMPARTMENTS ARE not being used the boat IS IN MOTION OR IN ROUGH WATER CON...

Page 119: ...move them to seats in the main cockpit WHILE THE BOAT IS CRUISING Cockpit Table A removable cockpit table mounts to a bracket on the rear side of the bow aft facing bench seat base A spring loaded pin...

Page 120: ...to the top The warranty for the hardtop will be void if the top is modified in any way or heavy accessories Hardtop like life rafts are mounted to the top Additionally if items like radar antennas spo...

Page 121: ...he slide track on the back of the hardtop and attach it to the rear legs Notice Cold weather can make the clear vinyl ma terial on the curtains stiff and difficult to stretch to the bottom zipper or s...

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Page 123: ...hile showering The seat is flush to the starboard wall when folded up to use the toilet and is secured by a sliding bolt latch with a spring loaded safety pin Make sure the latch and safety pin are co...

Page 124: ...th a push to release latch in the forward bulkhead provides access to a storage compart ment and the shore main inlet breakers and ELCI panels Marine Head System Your boat is equipped with an electric...

Page 125: ...lockout key switch must be off and the key removed whenever the boat is operating in areas in which the discharge of sewage is prohibited CAUTION In many areas it is illegal to flush head waste direct...

Page 126: ...nionway 120 Volt AC Breaker Panel The cabin AC breaker panel stereo and optional generator control panel are built into the cabinet on the forward bulkhead Refer to the Electrical Systems chapter for...

Page 127: ...d more about carbon monoxide carbon monoxide detectors and proper ventilation in the Ventilation System and Safety Equipment chapters in this manual This is especially essential since your boat is equ...

Page 128: ...conditioning unit is activated Air condition ers can produce enough condensation to flood the forward bilge if it is allowed to run for extended periods without the sump pump and forward bilge pump o...

Page 129: ...wood floors be cleaned with a vacuum Wood floors can be vacuumed then washed with a mixture of water and Murphy s Oil Soap Wipe the wood dry with a clean towel Walls Cabinets and Trim The hardwood use...

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Page 131: ...ard motors CAUTION Sandblasting the hull bottom will damage the fiberglass Use a fiberglass wax remover and sand to scuff the gelcoat surface The instructions and recommendations of the barrier coatin...

Page 132: ...ality automotive or boat wax Follow the procedure recommended by the wax manufacturer The washing and wax ing of your boat will have the same beneficial effects as they have on an automobile finish Th...

Page 133: ...tly the aluminum just below the top is more likely to become pitted than the ex posed aluminum on the structure Make sure the aluminum in this area is washed frequently with soap and water and rinsed...

Page 134: ...icularly corrosive and will damage the surface of anodized or powder coated aluminum It is imperative that the boat and the aluminum are cleaned thoroughly at the completion of each trip or at the end...

Page 135: ...y to shed water If this occurs wash the fabric and let it dry thoroughly Then treat the outside surface with a commercially available waterproofing designed for this purpose Waterproofing is available...

Page 136: ...uatech Strataglass Cleaner actually buffing the surface to a beautiful sheen This is not just a wipe on wipe off product it needs to be buffed to perform Remember the coating on strataglass is scratch...

Page 137: ...ates most gasoline is blended with ethanol alcohol Ethanol is a strong solvent and can absorb water during periods of storage You should refer to the engine operating manual for information regarding...

Page 138: ...st once a month to keep them operating properly Notice All drains and pumps must be properly win terized before winter lay up switches You can also use a garden hose to flood the bilge until the water...

Page 139: ...east one full tank of fresh fuel a month or during winter storage a fuel stabilizer should be added to the gasoline to help protect the fuel system from these problems Operate the boat for at least 15...

Page 140: ...y for boat storage Make sure the cradle or lift is well supported with the bow high enough to provide proper drainage of the bilge and cockpit Make sure the engines are in the down position The cradle...

Page 141: ...tem antifreeze After draining the fresh water tank lines filters and water heater pour the an tifreeze mixture into the fresh water tank prime and operate the pump until the mixture flows from all fre...

Page 142: ...e refer to their owner s manuals for recommended winterizing procedures Outboard Engines The engines should be flushed with fresh water for at least 15 minutes prior to winter storage This will remove...

Page 143: ...re is enough ventilation both inside the boat and around the boat Notice If the boat is to be stored indoors or out doors open all interior drawers clothes lockers cabinets and doors a little If pos s...

Page 144: ...fully inspect the generator and all hoses for leaks paying particular attention to the muffler and exhaust hoses Any leak no matter how minor must be corrected immediately Once the generator is starte...

Page 145: ...at s hull Bow Line A line that leads forward from the bow of the boat Bow Rail Knee high rails of solid tubing to aid in preventing people from falling overboard Bridge The area from which a boat is s...

Page 146: ...fittings mounted on cabin tops or sides for personal safety when moving around the boat both on deck and below Ground Tackle A general term including anchors lines and other gear used in anchoring Gro...

Page 147: ...n driven into the bot tom to which a boat can be tied Pitching The fore and aft rocking motion of a boat as the bow rises and falls Pitch The measure of the angle of a propeller blade Refers to the th...

Page 148: ...lls with water from over the side Swimming Ladder Much the same as the boarding ladder except that it extends down into the water Taffrail Rail around the rear of the cockpit Thru hull A fitting used...

Page 149: ...149 MAINTENANCE LOG Appendix B Hours Date Dealer Service Repairs...

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Page 155: ...155 Appendix C BOATING ACCIDENT REPORT...

Page 156: ...156 Boating Accident Report...

Page 157: ...157 Boating Accident Report...

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Page 159: ...cense Color and make of auto 7 Persons aboard Name Age Address telephone No 8 Do any of the persons aboard have a medical problem Yes No If yes what 9 Trip Expectations Leave at From Going to Expect t...

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Page 161: ...the shift control lever in neu tral The shift control lever is not in the neutral detent Try mov ing the shift lever slightly There is a loose wire on the neutral safety switch in the control Inspect...

Page 162: ...omputer has sensed a problem and has limited the RPM to protect the engine Find correct the problem The tachometer is bad and needs to be replaced A throttle control is not responding properly Have th...

Page 163: ...Repair the air leak The intake scoop strainer for the raw water system is clogged with weeds or debris Back down the boat to clear debris or clean the scoop strainer The in line sea strainer for the p...

Page 164: ...g tank is full Pump out the holding tank There is bad connection at the head pump or the switch Repair the connection The head pump is defective Replace the pump Excessive odor from marine head Back p...

Page 165: ...cted The breakers at the shore outlet are off Activate breakers The shore power cord is damaged or defective Replace the cord The ELCI at the inlet connection has detected a fault in the electrical sy...

Page 166: ...vel is too low in the fuel tank Fill the fuel tank The generator runs for a short time and shuts down There is a problem with the generator and the emergency shut down system has activated to shut dow...

Page 167: ...CAUSE AND SOLUTION...

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