Four winns 310 Horizon, Owner'S Manual

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Page 4: ...nd Maps 20 D Laws and Regulations 20 A 12 BOAT OWNER REGISTRATION 20 A 13 ACCIDENT REPORTING 21 A 14 DISCHARGE OF OIL 21 A 15 DISPOSAL OF PLASTICS OTHER GARBAGE 21 A 16 MARPOL TREATY 21 BOATING SAFETY...

Page 5: ...32 Y Maintenance Air Conditioning 32 Z Maintenance Liquid Drains 32 AA Carbon Monoxide Monitor 32 B 3 SAFE BOATING PRACTICES 33 A Drugs and Alcohol 33 B Safe Operation 33 C Passenger Safety 34 D Prope...

Page 6: ...ENGINE EXHAUST 50 E 3 ENGINES 51 E 4 PROPELLERS 51 A Diameter 51 B Pitch 51 C Prop Slip 51 E 5 RUNNING ANGLE POWER TRIM TILT 52 A Power Trim 52 B Power Tilt 52 E 6 TRIM TABS 52 A Control Listing 53 B...

Page 7: ...6 12 VOLT ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT 68 A Helm Equipment 68 B Installation of Additional 12 Volt Equipment 70 C Interior Equipment 70 H 7 12 VOLT ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SHUTDOWN PROCEDURES 70 H 8 120 220 VOLT E...

Page 8: ...B Winterizing the Water System 87 VENTILATION AND DRAINAGE SYSTEMS 98 K 1 ENGINE COMPARTMENT VENTILATION 98 A Natural Ventilation System 98 B Forced Air Ventilation 98 C Engine Ventilation System Main...

Page 9: ...111 F U Shaped Cockpit Seating 112 G Motorhood Walk over Backrest and Cushion Fill in 113 H Stern Loungers Sunpads 113 N 2 EXTERIOR UPHOLSTERY CARE 116 A Cleaning Vinyl 116 B Exterior Carpets 118 C C...

Page 10: ...ter Lay up 134 B After Lifting 134 C Prior to Winter Storage 135 R 2 ENGINE FLUSH OUT 135 A Volvo Penta Engine Flush Out Four Winns Installation 135 B MerCruiser Engine Flush Out Option 136 R 3 GENERA...

Page 11: ...rboard 149 C Capsizing 149 D Man Overboard 149 E Collision 149 F Fire 149 G Medical Emergency 150 H Propulsion Failure 150 I Control Failure 150 J Steering Failure 150 K Additional Underway Informatio...

Page 12: ...please utilize the information pertinent to your specific boat model Equipment such as engines and other accesso ries are manufactured by others The information provided in this manual is intended to...

Page 13: ...follow these instructions you can damage your boat hurt yourself or someone else or even worse have a fatal accident This symbol and signal word indicate a potentially hazardous situation If you ignor...

Page 14: ...SUBJECT TO SUBSTANTIAL CIVIL PENALTIES AND OR CRIMINAL SANCTIONS INCLUDING FINES AND IMPRISONMENT Oil Discharge Plate Specific Models Only Location Not Shown Trash Overboard Decal Specific Models Onl...

Page 15: ...ow the deck hull joint at the stern on the starboard side Below are letters corresponding to the various locations for each item in the photos See pages 14 16 for the actual wording of each of the var...

Page 16: ...Owner s Manual Page 13 Preface CAPACITY WARNING LABELS NMMA Yacht Certification Plate Imprinted Label on Ignition Panel...

Page 17: ...Warning Label Gasoline Vapor Blower Warning Label CO Swim Platform and Lounging Area Warning Label Ski Tow Warning Label No Ventilation Do Not Store Fuel Warning Label Transom Side Door Warning Label...

Page 18: ...al Page 15 Preface Winning Edge Sticker NMMA Certified Sticker Flush Out Warning Label Optional Canadian Conformity Label EU Builders Plate CE Certification Plate Export Swim Platform Lounging Seats W...

Page 19: ...y etc could at some time save your passen gers lives or save your boat from damage The Coast Guard Auxiliary offers a Courtesy Examina tion This inspection will confirm the boat is equipped with all o...

Page 20: ...Before Starting The Engine 1 Check the weather forecast Determine if the cruise planned can be made safely 2 Be sure all necessary safety equipment is on board and operative This includes items such a...

Page 21: ...ill feel the neutral detent engage thus indicating you are in neutral Note A start in neutral only fea ture prevents starting the engine s while in gear Figure A1 Gaffrig Shifter and Throttle Controls...

Page 22: ...ty should check the hull and under water gear at the first opportunity DO NOT continue to use the boat if the condi tion of the hull or underwater equipment is ques tionable If towing or being towed i...

Page 23: ...l you where they may be obtained The registration agency will issue you a certificate that must be carried on board when the boat is in use Some states require additional registration when an out of s...

Page 24: ...ibits the discharge of oil waste into or upon the navigable waters of the United States or the waters of the contiguous zone if such discharge causes a film or sheen upon or a discoloration of the sur...

Page 25: ...rinas boat dealerships and marine equipment suppliers A special placard is available for boats operating on the Great Lakes NOTICE IMPORTANT It is illegal to discharge waste from your marine sanitary...

Page 26: ...uld be considered when selecting a PFD The buoyancy provided by the PFD should support your weight in water The size of the PFD must be appropriate for the wear er Body weight or chest size are common...

Page 27: ...aboard should know the location s and proper operation of the fire extinguisher s FIRE In case of fire do not open the engine compart ment Shut down engine s generator s and blower s Discharge entire...

Page 28: ...istress signal devices approved by the US Coast Guard are required on all recreational boats operating on coastal waters and to boats owned in the United States when they are operating on the high sea...

Page 29: ...ntribute to carbon monoxide accumulation The most com mon ones are listed in this section If a person is exhibiting carbon monoxide type symptoms Refer to B 2E Symp toms be sure to take the neces sary...

Page 30: ...and move affected person s to a fresh air environment A Properties and Characteristics of Carbon Monoxide 1 Carbon monoxide is a colorless odorless and tasteless gas It is commonly referred to as CO 2...

Page 31: ...structures 3 Observe the victim s 4 Administer oxygen if available 5 Contact medical help If the victim is not breathing perform rescue breathing or approved cardiopul monary resuscitation CPR as app...

Page 32: ...t s exhaust The operation mooring and anchoring in an area containing other boats may be in an atmosphere containing CO not of the operator s making An operator likewise needs to be aware of the effec...

Page 33: ...titude and Sea Conditions Operation at altitudes greater than 5 000 feet con tributes to inefficient engine performance and may require adjustments to the ignition systems fuel sys tems or changing th...

Page 34: ...ection Repair or replace components as indicated Inspect the following 2 Reduced power resulting from increased altitude may require adjustments to propeller size 3 Heavy sea or out of trim conditions...

Page 35: ...rline is by virtue of its design sealed against CO intrusion Some drains that are below the waterline when boat is underway will be above the waterline when the boat is at rest The location of drains...

Page 36: ...the safety of your passengers and the safety of fellow boaters A Drugs and Alcohol Alcohol consumption and boating do not mix Operating under the influence endan gers the lives of your passengers and...

Page 37: ...s running Severe injury or death will result from contact with rotating propeller Ladder Warning Label Shut off motor when near swimmers Severe injury or death will result from contact with rotating p...

Page 38: ...drop anchor Approach your selected anchoring site from down wind and come to a dead stop over the spot where you want to drop anchor Lower the anchor manually or by using the windlass if applicable Ma...

Page 39: ...US Coast Guard Wearing a properly designed PFD helps a stunned or unconscious person stay afloat 3 Be considerate of others with whom you share the water 4 Give immediate attention to a person who ha...

Page 40: ...ki vest is an approved and practical PFD 3 Have a second person aboard to observe the skier and inform the driver about the skier s hand signals Figure B17 The driver must give full attention to opera...

Page 41: ...s of the Road for both federal and state waterways you must stop if signaled to do so by en forcement officers and permit them to board if asked The Navigational Rules International Inland Rules of th...

Page 42: ...way As prescribed in the Rules of the Road both boats must act to avoid collision 6 Night Running Boats operating between sunset and sunrise hours vary by state or in conditions of reduced visibility...

Page 43: ...ight ATON lights flash in regular patterns For example they may flash every three seconds or in groups such as two flashes and a pause There are a number of flashing patterns which help you identify t...

Page 44: ...se Always be aware of local laws on noise limits Noise means engine noise radio noise or even yelling by people on your boat Good seamanship demands that you operate your boat quietly so as not to inf...

Page 45: ...nformation about the person filing this report Leave the completed form ashore with a responsible person We recommend you make several copies of this form each boating season to assure an ample supply...

Page 46: ...of the embossed Winning Edge card upon receipt You should receive your Winning Edge card within approximately 30 days from the day of your boat purchase If you have not received your Winning Edge car...

Page 47: ...e delivery service previously described The dealer is to check off the items as they are completed and complete the form as indicated providing specific performance related information ap propriately...

Page 48: ...onsideration for the creatures who thrive in these environments are some ways you can help assure the pleasure of boat ing for years to come The operator is also responsible for complying with the fol...

Page 49: ..._______ Boat Model ___________________________________________________ Date of Purchase ___________________ NAME ADDRESS CHANGE FORM Name Address ___________________________________________________ __...

Page 50: ...Owner s Manual Page 47 Warranty and Service Section...

Page 51: ...__________________________ The warranty may be transferred only once Registration of the second owner is required and the amount of the transfer fee is indicated on the warranty statement of the Warra...

Page 52: ...Owner s Manual Page 49 Warranty and Service Section...

Page 53: ...manual espe cially Sections I on Fuel Systems and Sec tion F on Control Sys tems 2 ENGINE EXHAUST The carbon monoxide in exhaust fumes can be haz ardous It is important for you and your pas sengers to...

Page 54: ...ropulsion engine while everyone on board is sleeping Fatal carbon monoxide poison ing can occur For additional information refer to Section B 2 Carbon Monoxide 3 ENGINES Consult the Engine Owners Manu...

Page 55: ...y to provide the ideal running angle for a given load and water condi tion Addi tional infor mation can be found in the engine operator s manu al included in the owner s packet B Power Tilt Power tilt...

Page 56: ...both trim tabs to move up ward and will allow the bow to rise This should be used to adjust the run ning attitude of the boat to decrease the drag at cruising speed or above or when run ning in a foll...

Page 57: ...a following sea If unsure of proper trim tab positioning raise the trim tabs to the full up position When run ning at high en gine speeds be sure the trim tabs are in the full up posi tion Trim tab ac...

Page 58: ...or other enclosed water way ALWAYS reduce throttle Speed ometers are not effective at mea suring low opera tional speeds You are responsible for damage caused by the wake of your boat C Temperature G...

Page 59: ...eration 1 Power on The depth sounder will activate auto matically when the power to it is initially turned on You do not have to press the combination ON OFF MODE keypad The LCD will illuminate showin...

Page 60: ...tically stops the engine if the lanyard is attached to the operator and the operator falls from his work station Refer to the engine manual for detailed information about using this switch The emergen...

Page 61: ...NOTICE During use keep all extraneous metal objects away from the compass The close proximity of metal objects e g beverage cans can cause compass devi a tion M Navigational Equipment Four Winns offe...

Page 62: ...y Factory installed GPS Map system is the optional navigational package offered for the 310 Horizon models It is mounted at the helm If equipped refer to the manu fact urer s literature included in th...

Page 63: ...s in neutral Notice as you push the shifter control s to the neu tral position you will feel the neutral detent engage thus indicating you are in neutral Pushing the shifter control s forward shifts t...

Page 64: ...nections with a light waterproof grease is in order Cables can be lubricated by position ing them to their fullest extension and applying light grease to the inner cable near the jacket Working the ca...

Page 65: ...r all of these could restrict the cable movement near the engine DO NOT tie wiring harnesses or other control cables to the steering cable Make sure the deck coaming pads and bulkheads allow for steer...

Page 66: ...emove any old grease from the cable ram and motor swivel connections using a mild solvent such as WD 40 Spray the cleaned areas with a moisture displacing lubri cant and apply a light coat of good qua...

Page 67: ...rage or used infre quently clean the cable ram as instructed earlier Cycle the steering several times when applying lubricant If at any time the steering system becomes stiff has an excessive amount o...

Page 68: ...ies power to all DC electrical com ponents except the aft bilge pump shower sump stereo ignition and instrumentation The circuit breakers and fuses are labeled for amper age and use Figure H3 Battery...

Page 69: ...12 volt electrical equip ment is controlled at the battery switch panel Sepa rate circuit breakers are provided on the battery selector switch panel to protect the windlass if applicable engine hatch...

Page 70: ...ne related equip ment but will power all other 12 volt equipment on the boat The isolator will allow any alternator to charge all three batteries ON is the recommended switch position for normal boat...

Page 71: ...CY START position and attempt to start the engine Current is drawn from the other batteries to start the engine Once engine has been started return the battery switches from EMERGEN CY START position...

Page 72: ...ke nighttime boarding much easier and safer Horn To sound the horn press the HORN switch Navigation Anchor Lights Moving the rotary NAV ANC LTS switch towards the NAV position activates the bow lights...

Page 73: ...ng items if so equipped battery charger microwave cockpit refrigerator outlets and air conditioning The dockside system uses three wire color cod ed circuit ry The black or hot wire is the un grounded...

Page 74: ...it to dockside shore power outlet carrying conductor The white or neutral wire is the grounded current carrying conductor The green wire referred to as the equipment ground is a grounded conductor and...

Page 75: ...ile connected to dockside power If a generator is available and operating it too will allow the batteries to be charged by the battery charger Microwave Option This option requires the dockside power...

Page 76: ...5 Start the generator using the remote gen erator start switch on the AC cabin panel AL W AYS check the re v erse po larity indi cator light in the AC dis tri bu tion pan el im me di ately upon con n...

Page 77: ...gas may remain around the battery for several hours after charging Sparks or flames can ignite the gas and cause an explosion Fire or Explosion Hazard Only qualified personnel should install batteries...

Page 78: ...orrosion Have an experienced marine electri cian review any battery charger installation to ensure a stray cur rent corrosion problem will not devel op An improper battery connec tion is a com mon cau...

Page 79: ...rine Manufacturers Association and the American Boat and Yacht Council in effect at the time of manu fac ture Fuel tanks on Four Winns boats are locat ed forward of the aft bilge compartment below the...

Page 80: ...ch can be used as a guide until spe cific information on your boat is deter mined Because of boating conditions speed weight and other factors common to your situa tion fuel consumption will vary betw...

Page 81: ...ponents on the plastic fuel tanks used by Four Winns will withstand up to 10 alcohol content in the gasoline Also refer to the sec tion on gasoline require ments in your engine manual for additional i...

Page 82: ...mmendations below 1 Inspect fuel hoses often A deterio rated hose containing alcohol blend ed gasoline will nor mally be soft and swollen A deteriorating hose contain ing no fuel will normally be hard...

Page 83: ...o odor of gaso line in the engine compartment or below decks before starting machinery turning on lights or lighting stove Oper ate the bilge blower sys tem for at least four 4 minutes before engine s...

Page 84: ...he system with fresh water To remove excessive chlorine taste or odor which might remain in the system prepare a solution of one quart vinegar to five gallons water and allow this solution to agitate...

Page 85: ...amage to the water pump may result Be sure the pump switch is off when not in use A Cockpit Refreshment Center The 310 Horizon models come equipped with a refreshment center located inside the cockpit...

Page 86: ...d is marked FRESH WATER To operate the head shower place the FRESH WATER switch ON Pull the faucet shower out from its holder located at the sink and push the spray nozzle lever to purge any air that...

Page 87: ...acuated 3 Then move the wet dry bowl selector to the DRY bowl position right and continue pump ing until only about one cup of water remains in the bottom of the bowl 4 Leave the wet dry bowl selector...

Page 88: ...olding tank treatment chemical to the head bowl It is available from the dock side pump ing station or can be obtained from your dealer Flush at least twice The VacuFlush toilet operates in a differen...

Page 89: ...and ex treme ly le thal Always provide sufficient ventila tion when effecting repairs to the waste sys tem and allow no odor from the waste system to go unresolved Be careful when handling and storin...

Page 90: ...n the shower sump every 30 days Some water will always be in the com part ment Se diment and other debris will buildup and affect the auto matic bilge switch and pump opera tion Remove the pump s cove...

Page 91: ...Owner s Manual Page 88 Sport Boat Waste Water Systems Section FIGURE J11 310H FRESH WATER SYSTEM 1 OF 2...

Page 92: ...Owner s Manual Page 89 Sport Boat Waste Water System Section FIGURE J12 310H FRESH WATER SYSTEM 2 OF 2...

Page 93: ...Owner s Manual Page 90 Sport Boat Waste Water Systems Section FIGURE J13 310H HEAD HARDWARE...

Page 94: ...Owner s Manual Page 91 Sport Boat Waste Water System Section FIGURE J14 310H WASTE WATER SYSTEM 1 OF 3...

Page 95: ...Owner s Manual Page 92 Sport Boat Waste Water Systems Section FIGURE J15 310H WASTE WATER SYSTEM 2 OF 3...

Page 96: ...Owner s Manual Page 93 Sport Boat Waste Water System Section FIGURE J16 310H WASTE WATER SYSTEM 3 OF 3...

Page 97: ...Owner s Manual Page 94 Sport Boat Waste Water Systems Section FIGURE J17 310H VACUFLUSH SYSTEM OPTION...

Page 98: ...Owner s Manual Page 95 Sport Boat Waste Water System Section FIGURE J18 310H OVERBOARD DISCHARGE OPTION 1 OF 2...

Page 99: ...Owner s Manual Page 96 Sport Boat Waste Water Systems Section FIGURE J19 310H OVERBOARD DICHARGE OPTION 2 OF 2...

Page 100: ...Owner s Manual Page 97 Sport Boat Waste Water System Section FIGURE J20 310H GRAY WATER SYSTEM...

Page 101: ...o a level that would obstruct the ventila tion ducts Blower operation can be tested by placing a hand over the vents DO NOT rely on the sound of the blower Be sure a substantial amount of air is being...

Page 102: ...clog the bilge pump intakes Check operation of the bilge pump float switch often to ensure movement of the switch is not restricted by debris portions of the hull etc Wipe up any oil accumu lation in...

Page 103: ...stalled The MICRO WAVE circuit breaker on the 120 Volt AC electrical panel must be activated and the boat must be con nected to dockside power in order to use the micro wave If the generator option is...

Page 104: ...rip is used inside the seal of the refrig erators The magnetic strip allows the seal to draw tight to the inside of the refrigerator when the door is closed Also make sure retaining latch is in place...

Page 105: ...dditional table with side mount bracket is an available option and is installed in the bow See Figure L9 Figure L9 Additional Cockpit Table Option for Bow NOTICE To prevent damage to cockpit table and...

Page 106: ...nditioner The output of the air conditioner may be found on our website at www fourwinns com The air conditioning break er must be turned on to activate the air conditioning unit when connected to sho...

Page 107: ...sed as mooring cleats Their purpose is for securing the vessel to a dock pier mooring or anchor A pull up style cleat is standard The pull up cleat gives your boat a more sleek style When you desire t...

Page 108: ...rd ware used periodic mainte nance is necessary The manufacturer of our hardware recommends the following when washing your boat 1 Rinse the hardware with fresh water after each exposure to saltwater...

Page 109: ...t the windshield from accidently slamming closed due to high wind and or wake condition thus reducing the chance of damage to windshield or injury Windshields made of tempered glass can be cleaned wit...

Page 110: ...te Windlass Foot Switches Anchor Locker Lid Figure M12 Windlass Along with the windlass comes an anchor rope and chain The anchor line is stored in the anchor line locker located underneath the anchor...

Page 111: ...M13 Figure M13 Chain Stop M 7 WINDSHIELD WIPER Optional A driver s side windshield wiper is an available option See Figure M14 The wiper is activated by a switch on the helm s dash just like an autom...

Page 112: ...be used for towing wakeboard and ski devices only Do not tow more than two persons at a time from this arch Do not use arch for lifting parasailing or towing other watercraft Do not allow passengers...

Page 113: ...mply flipping up the bolster the driver is able to sit higher in the seat This is designed to give the driver greater flexibility increased visibility and riding comfort See Figure N6 N 1 SEATING A Bo...

Page 114: ...holding the switch in the desired position The seat will then automatically move in the direction you have placed the switch Once at the desired position release the switch See Figure N7 The seat wil...

Page 115: ...hatch so the prop rod sup ports the hatch Note Ensure you lower the screw jacks to allow the engine hatch to rest on the rod Always use the engine hatch s prop rod when working on the engine This prov...

Page 116: ...d Secure the motorhood walk over backrest and cushion fill in and stay inside cockpit while underway To prevent personal injury swim platform must not be occupied and the motorhood walk over backrest...

Page 117: ...place the headrest support leg into its storage position to allow the cushion to lay flat See Figure N22 Seat Cushion Support Headrest Support Leg Forward Seat Cushion Recessed Holes Figure N17 Separ...

Page 118: ...ed position 5 The same procedure is used for the other sun lounge To convert the sunpads back to stern seating 1 Lift up on the cushion and place the headrest support leg into its storage position to...

Page 119: ...th soap and water after applying the Tough Duty Cleaner or Vinyl Finish Vinyl Cleaner Then rinse and dry Figure N27 Berth Storage N 2 EXTERIOR UPHOLSTERY CARE A Cleaning Vinyl NOTICE Vinyl upholstery...

Page 120: ...exposure can damage the upholstery and seating The seating can become thoroughly satu rated with water if not adequately protected Refer to Section O Weather Cov ers for more information 3 Ink Denatu...

Page 121: ...ommonly occurring on carpets Stains were pressed into the carpet to simu late foot pressure following a spill Stains were applied to a two inch square section and allowed to penetrate Removal was perf...

Page 122: ...o c a B A n i a t S y r r e B A d o o l B A r e t t u B A d r a t s u M r o p u s t a C A m u G g n i w e h C t a e p e R A 5 h c a e l B e n i r o l h C A d e t l e M e t a l o c o h C A y a l C A a...

Page 123: ...ng of water After use the top canvas should be rolled up into the boot if supplied and secured NOTICE NEVER fold or store a wet weather cover This can lead to mildew or shrinkage Roll rather than fold...

Page 124: ...top 5 Extend the bimini s secondary bow by pressing in on the button and simultaneously extending the bow until the button locks into the upper position Repeat for the other side 6 Partially zip in t...

Page 125: ...Camper Top Note Optional Stainless Steel Arch Shown Figure O4 Camper w Side and Aft Curtains For camper removal reverse the procedure described above C Forward Cover Optional The forward cover is opti...

Page 126: ...ck cords See Figure O7 To store the cockpit cover we recommend folding the cover in half lengthwise and then rolling the cover up Shock Cords Figure O7 Cockpit Cover Shock Cords E Mooring Cover Option...

Page 127: ...ovided or dry rot and mildew will occur See Section R General Mainte nance for addition al winter storage information O 4 USE OF WEATHER COVERS AND CARBON MONOXIDE When an engine is running a natural...

Page 128: ...se cracks in vinyl components and stiffening of fabric when enclosed in plastic or poly ethylene DO NOT store the weather cover in polyethylene under direct sunlight or high tempera ture situations 5...

Page 129: ...eful when selecting a cleaning agent Hand dishwashing detergents are usually gentle and are recommended for cleaning gel coat Cleaning P 1 HULL DESIGN INFORMATION Four Winns boats are designed using t...

Page 130: ...0 wet or dry sandpaper followed by fine rubbing compound and wax When using wax or fine rubbing compounds make sure to read the label and follow the direc tions Some helpful tips are listed below prod...

Page 131: ...dure above If the stain is not removed by the hand dishwash ing soap or mild cleanser then the next proce dure is to use either denatured or rubbing alco hol If this does not work consult your Four Wi...

Page 132: ...of an epoxy barrier coat should be considered This will help prevent the possibility of reoccurrence of blisters Your Four Winns dealer or local ship store will have informa tion on barrier coat prod...

Page 133: ...ure paint adhe sion Prior to application of the antifouling paint the boat owner may consider coat ing the hull bottom with an epoxy coating Four Winns recommends this procedure as a preventive and ef...

Page 134: ...e plastic and is very durable and fade resistant Star board requires little main tenance and is being used in place of wood in many areas of the boat The ski locker lid is one example of where star bo...

Page 135: ...extremely strong yet lightweight top It can be cleaned with mild dishwashing soap and water or other non abrasive cleaning solutions Al ways read the label before using any product See Figures Q7 and...

Page 136: ...ay benzine carbon tetrachloride fire ex tinguisher fluid dry cleaning fluid lacquer thinner or ammonia These solutions damage the acrylic surface You can use fine automotive acrylic rubbing and polish...

Page 137: ...prove drain age to the transom drain 4 Be sure all the water is completely drained from the fresh water system Disconnect all hoses check valves etc and blow all the water from the system using very...

Page 138: ...ly during the winter months R 2 ENGINE FLUSH OUT The optional engine flush out if applicable should be used to clean the engine of unwanted salt mud sludge etc which may have accumulated in the engine...

Page 139: ...boat in or out of the water and the engine ON See MerCruiser s engine operator s manual for the specific engine flushout procedure For out of water flushing avoid possible injury by removing the prope...

Page 140: ...n o i t c e n n o C d n a e g a k n i L t n e m t s u j d A b a T e u q r o T e v i r D n r e t S e c i v r e S g n i r e e t S r e w o P r e r u t c a f u n a M e h t y b d e d n e m m o c e R s A s...

Page 141: ...o f e B n o i t a r e p O r e w o l B d a e H g n i n a e l C m e t s y S t n e V r e w o l B g n i n a e l C d n a n o i t a r e p O p m u P e g l i B e s U y r e v E e r o f e B g u l P n i a r D m...

Page 142: ...t i w s r e v o C r e h t a e W y a r p S l l u H d n a s t n e n o p m o C s s a l g r e b i F P n o i t c e S o t r e f e R c t e s t a e s s l i a r g n i r u c e s s g n i n e t s a F l l A k c e...

Page 143: ...kit etc Open engine compartment Inspect for fuel odors and visible leaks in the fuel oil coolant exhaust and power steering systems Visually inspect engine for cracked hose defective belts or other si...

Page 144: ...adily available 4 Do not store fuel in areas that are not adequately ventilated 5 Use only fuel lubricants recommended by the engine manufacturer C Pumping Fuel Follow engine manufacturer s recommenda...

Page 145: ...gers should remain seated during loading of the boat to maintain an even trim S 3 LOADING PASSENGERS AND GEAR NOTE All boats under 20 feet in length must have a capacity rating plate showing the recom...

Page 146: ...ure stays within optimum range If temperature reading is abnormally high stop engine immediately and inspect for cause of high reading 7 With engine running voltmeter should show a reading between 12...

Page 147: ...boat before slowing down Tell your passengers your inten tions to allow them time to make adjustments to their balance or positions Slowly pull back on throttles glance back and see if a large follow...

Page 148: ...o plane At this point your boat will be plowing through the wa ter with the bow down too far Trim the lower unit up slightly until the bow comes up If you trim the lower Once you have spent enough tim...

Page 149: ...g Doing so can se verely damage the lower unit and engine NOTE Refer to the control instructions regarding the power trim controls installed on your boat unit out too far your boat will porpoise or th...

Page 150: ...chored or moored While underway use the naviga tion light switch to turn on the stern white port red and starboard green lights Lights are off when switches are in the OFF position S 9 HAZARDOUS CONDI...

Page 151: ...he drive unit strikes an underwater hazard check for boat and drive unit damage If the engine vibrates exces sively after striking an underwater obstruction it may indicate a damaged propeller If vibr...

Page 152: ...r the cause of the flooding Check all hoses through hull fittings seacocks and strainers If flooding occurs as a result of collision or grounding damage call for assistance and head for shore if possi...

Page 153: ...at I Control Failure In the unlikely event of a shift throttle failure shut down the engine immediately Carefully check the control connections in the engine compartment to see if they are secure If n...

Page 154: ...lace fenders over the side between the boat and the dock B Mooring After you have positioned your boat next to the dock you must secure it with mooring lines to keep it in position Mooring lines must...

Page 155: ...pports a portion of the deck BEAM WIND A wind blowing against the side of the vessel perpendicular to the long axis of the vessel BILGE The lowest interior area of a hull used to collect water that ha...

Page 156: ...covering over a compart ment hull or any part thereof DESIGNATOR Model identifier or model name 1 to mark or point out indicate show specify 2 to denote indicate signify 3 to name entitle style DINGH...

Page 157: ...oward the bow FREEBOARD The minimum vertical distance from the surface of the water to the gunwale FREQUENCY The number of crests passing a fixed point at a given time FRONTS Where opposing warm and c...

Page 158: ...con nect all the local points on a weather map These lines are usually closed and define high or low pressure air masses ISOTHERMS Isotherms are lines that are similar to Isobars except that Isotherms...

Page 159: ...aring a notice advertisement message etc PLANING HULL At slow speeds a planing hull will displace water in the same manner as a displacement hull As speed is increased the hull provides a lifting effe...

Page 160: ...controlled by the steering wheel STEM The leading edge of a boat s hull STERN The back of a boat STRINGER A fore and aft continuous member used to provide a vessel longitudinal strength STRUT A prope...

Page 161: ...LINE The line of the water on the hull when the vessel is afloat WATCH A 4 hour duty period while at sea WAVES Waves are periodic disturbances of the sea s surface caused by wind seaquakes and the gra...

Page 162: ..._ Smoke Signals _________________ Flashlight ___________________ Food ___________________________ Paddles _______________________ Water ______________________ Anchor _________________________ Raft or...

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