Johnson Outdoors Escape, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...E L E C T R I C Peaceful easy boating J O H N S O N l u s Watercraft Sport Leisure Group 5960Tahoe Drive SE Suite 500 Grand Rapids Ml 49546 toll free 800 343 1555 vww escapewatercraft com i f 1 ...

Page 2: ...that magic with the ones you love Before using your Deck Boat please take time to read through this manual and familiarize yourself with the boat Then keep the manual in a handy place for future reference We hope you enjoy your boat for many years to come See you on the lake Sandy Spielmaker General Manager Johnson Outdoors Watercraft Sport and Leisure Group Escapewatercraft com ...

Page 3: ...ONTENTS Records Registration and Warranty Safety Warnings Boat Overview Motor Information Battery Information Battery Installation Operation Care and Maintenance Transportation Storage Troubleshooting Accessories ...

Page 4: ...ering the decals LIMITED WARRANTY Consumer Use TO WHOM DOES THIS WARRANTY APPLY JOHNSON OUTDOORS INC JOHNSON OUTDOORS extends the following limited warranty to the original retail CONSUMER purchaser only Warranty coverage terminates if the original retail purchaser sells or transfers the boat WHAT DOES THIS WARRANTY COVER This limited warranty covers material defects in workmanship and materials i...

Page 5: ...y cost or expense of returning the boat and or part to from the authorized dealer All risks associated with these delivery processes are your responsibility You must provide the Johnson Outdoors authorized dealer with written notice of the alleged defect within 10 days after you discover the defect Include proof of purchase with your notice WHAT THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER This warranty does not ...

Page 6: ... THE WARRANTY STATED ABOVE Any assistance Johnson Outdoors or its dealer provides to or procures for you outside the terms limitations or exclusions of this warranty will not constitute a waiver of the terms limitations or exclusions of this warranty nor will such assistance extend or revive the warranty period LIMITATION ON DAMAGES IN NO EVENT SHALL JOHNSON OUTDOORS INC BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL C...

Page 7: ...Ds when on board Review the maximum capacity of the boat and make sure your passengers and gear are within the limits Always stay clear of moving propeller Do not use the motor near swimmers or bystanders Review and follow battery guidelines listed in this manual Beawareof other boats Use good judgment regarding water and wind conditions Avoid boating in weeds as much as possible Watch your step W...

Page 8: ... manual The hull and deck are molded from a combination of Centrex and ABS plastics The hull and deck are virtually maintenance free colorfast and will retain their high gloss for years if cleaned on a regular basis The materials of all other components on your Deck Boat Cruz were selected for their resistance to corrosion in harsh marine environments The entire railing system is welded stainless ...

Page 9: ...ed cellflotationfoam Captain s console with steering wheel throttle key start switch battery charge indicator Stowable snack table Swivel Chairs Battery compartments Comfortable padded seating Welded stainless steel safety rail Mooring Cleats Bow boarding gate SPECS Length 13 Beam 6 5 Weight 750 lbs Capacity 800 lbs Speed 5 hmph Run Time Up to 8 hours Electrical 48 volt 4 batteries Warranty 2 year...

Page 10: ...nergy efficiency Cooler motor operating temperatures resulting in longer motor life Controller The MinnKota E Drive features a controller located at the captain s console The controller has Throttle Control Lever Trim Up Down Switch Master On Off Key Switch LCD Display The motor is controlled by a forward neutral and reverse throttle lever NOTE The higher the speed setting the faster the battery p...

Page 11: ...105 amp hours to 165 amp hours will also work well AGM batteries are sealed and have longer power life It s important to use a true deep cycle battery instead of a hybrid or starter battery Deep cycle batteries are designed for long life through many cycles of charging re charging DO NOT USE AUTOMOTIVE OR CAR BATTERIES You can purchase deep cycle marine RV batteries and AGM batteries from your dea...

Page 12: ... STEP A PLACE BATTERY 1 IN PORT LEFT COMPARTMENT AND HOOK UP CHARGER WIRES STEP A1 Place one batteiy in PORT LEFT compartment Place so that the NEGATIVE terminal Is toward front bow of boat Push toward outside of compartment to allow room for battery 2 STEP A2 Place one set of charger wires on battery 1 BLACK to NEGATIVE terminal RED to POSITIVE teiiiilnal STEP B PLACE 48 VOLT MOTOR WIRES STEP B1 ...

Page 13: ...tem rear to NEGATIVE terminal on battery 2 Place wing nut on terminal and tighten Port Left Compartment is now complete Move to starboard right side of boat STEP E PLACE BATTERY 3 IN STARBOARD COMPARTMENT AND HOOK UP CHARGER WIRES STEP El Place battery 3 in STARBOARD RIGHT compartment with POSITIVE tenminal towards bow front of boat Slide to outeide of compartment STEP E2 Place one set of charger ...

Page 14: ...E terminal of battery M Place wing nut on terminal and tighten TuGi wire inside compartment STEP H PLACE SUPPLY WIRES ON BATTERY 4 STEP H1 Place BLACK thin NEGATIVE 12 volt supply wire coming hrom stem rear to NEGATIVE terminal of battery 4 Place wing nut on terminal to hold wires in place Do not tighten STEP H2 Place RED thin POSITIVE 12 volt supply wire coming from stem rear to POSITIVE terminal...

Page 15: ...Speed 3 5 4 hours Top Speed 2 3 hours NOTE Run time will vary significantly with wind and water conditions Battery Maintenance CAUTION Do not smoke or allow open flames when you are working near the batteries the gas that escapes batteries is explosive Maintenance does not refer to charging It refers to maintaining the proper amount of distilled water in the battery cells and ensuring that the bat...

Page 16: ...l spilled solution from the battery compartment and from your hands with water NOTE Absorbed Glass Mat AGM batteries are sealed They do not require that the cells are refilled Battery Charging One of the most convenient features of the Deck Boat Cruz is its built in MinnKota Onboard battery chargers On board battery chargers are located under the helm seats For detailed instructions on use please ...

Page 17: ...ves and high winds 5 Check the motor propeller Make sure they are operable and free of weeds debris fishing line and other obstructions 6 Ensure a safety kit is on board This safety kit should contain extra propeller and shear pin extra fuses and a first aid kit Marine Rules and Regulations Before launching your Deck Boat Cruz be sure you know relevant marine laws rules and regulations that govern...

Page 18: ...nd and or current Windy conditions offer resistance that the motor must overcome Lowering the canopy will help reduce wind resistance and extend run times 6 Be sure to check your battery charge level during your trip Plan to be on the return leg of your trip before the charge level gets to 50 7 The navigation lights are controlled by a switch located near the stereo The control switch has two posi...

Page 19: ...nly enough speed to keep the boat moving in that direction Use the boat s momentum to carry it in the desired direction Too much speed results in overshooting the target or hitting the dock this could cause scrapping of the hull surface 11 When you leave the Deck Boat Cruz at a dock use boat fenders or some other cushioning devices to prevent abrasion caused by the boat bumping against the dock Wh...

Page 20: ...g conditions AM reception can be adversely affected by other electrical components causing interference in the form of static This condition does not indicate a malfunction in your stereo FLOOR DRAINING There are three floor drains that channel water overboard from the deck Two are located at the foot of the captain s console and one is under the carpeted floor at the bow There is also a drain in ...

Page 21: ...s or straps crossways to the trailer frame NOTE Avoid beaching the boat on concrete or asphalt boat ramps These surfaces can damage the boat Deck Boat Cruz can be powered up on a trailer only about halfway Attempting to use the motor to push it on further may damage the propeller if it strikes the trailer frame Once the boat is partially positioned in the proper location on the trailer raise the m...

Page 22: ...rge You may wish to charge and check the batteries prior to installing them in the boat LIGHTS ETC 1 After the batteries are charged test all navigation and courtesy lights to ensure they are in working order 2 Check the stereo to ensure proper operation MOTOR 1 Clean any fishing line weeds or other debris from the shaft and or propeller Remove the propeller if necessary 2 Make sure the motor turn...

Page 23: ...2 VOLT WIRING SCHEMATIC 0 0 I BATTERY BATTERY 0 0 P O R T S I D E Passenger Side D BATTERY 1 BATTERY S T A R B O A R D S I D E Driver s Side R E M O V A B L E S T E R N L I G H T 1 n F U S E B L O C K L O C A T I O N 3 10 05 ...

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Page 25: ...ck fuses on charger circuits and replace if needed Faulty controller or motor Call MinnKota customer service 1 800 227 6433 for repair options or contact your dealer PROBLEM Motor runs sluggishly Potential Cause Remedy Weeds fishing line or other debris caught on prop Lift motor and remove debris Be sure power is shut off before clearing prop Batteries not charged fully Recharge batteries Be sure ...

Page 26: ...ice 1 800 227 6433 or contact you dealer PROBLEM Batteries won t reach full charge Cause Remedy Accessories left on If drained below 7 volts Turn off accessories and recharge Remove battery and charge on alternate battery charger then re install in boat Battery electrolyte low Check battery Add distilled water Recharge Defective battery ies Replace with new battery ies Loose battery cables or corr...

Page 27: ...r navigation lights not working Cause Remedy Bulbs blown Replace bulbs PROBLEM Won t steer properly Cause Remedy Motor not lowered into Run position Lower motor Weeds or other debris caught on prop or motor Raise motor remove debris Be sure power is off before clearing prop For additional help or to schedule service please contact your dealer You may also call our customer service department at 1 ...

Page 28: ...he Deck Boat Cruz seat covers are also made from Outdura material The covers are sold as a complete set that includes five 5 separate pieces two 2 covers for the front swivel chairs two 2 covers for the side seat modules and one 1 console cover The covers are held in place with stainless steel snaps Color Blue Swim Ladder The three step swim ladder hooks over the side of the boat The ladder folds ...