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Boat Features and Options

Cruiser

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AUTOMATIC FIRE

EXTINGUISHING

SYSTEM

Automatic fire extinguishing systems are
self-contained systems that are designed to
automatically activate to help extinguish fires.
These systems include the extinguishing
material, lines, nozzles, valves, sensors, controls
and indicators.

In the event of an extinguisher discharge,
immediately shut down all electrical and
mechanical systems and powered ventilation.
Automatic fire extinguishing systems are added
protection to your safety and your boat’s fire
protection, but do not eliminate the need for hand
held U.S. Coast Guard approved fire
extinguishers. See the

Automatic Fire

Extinguishing Systems Operator’s Manual

for

specific operation and service information.

WARNING!

If the fire system discharges, wait

for at least 15 minutes before opening engine
hatch. Fire system gas displaces oxygen to
“smother” the fire. Opening the hatch too
soon may feed oxygen to the fire and
flashback can occur.

BILGE PUMP SYSTEM

The Federal Water Pollution Control Act prohibits
the discharge of oil or oily waste into the water.
Violators can be fined $5,000.

Water will enter a boat for a number of reasons,
including heavy seas, strong storms and long
periods of rain. The bilge area is usually the
deepest part of the hull and where the water
settles. The bilge pump moves water from the
bilge area through hoses and empties it through
an opening in the hull.

The bilge pump can be operated manually by a
switch. All models feature an automatic bilge
pump, which will allow water to be automatically
pumped out when it reaches a level that activates
the float switch in the bilge area.

NOTICE: DO

NOT allow the bilge pump to operate after all the
water has been cleared from the bilge area;
damage to the pump will occur if you operate it
without water.

BOAT VENTILATION

SYSTEM

Boat ventilation systems allow the circulation of
fresh air through compartments and enclosed
areas of boats. The most common types of
ventilation devices are manual or power-actuated
vents, hatches, ports and windows that open and
close. Ventilation ports are always located in
head and galley compartments and are
commonly found in cabins and sleeping areas.

Ventilation or blower systems are designed to
remove explosive vapors that accumulate in the
bilge area and engine compartment. Proper
ventilation is extremely important to personal
safety while boating.

Powered ventilation systems consist of one or
more sealed fans that replace vapors with fresh
air through intake and exhaust vents. Always
operate the blower for at least four minutes before
you start the engine. Operate the blower
continuously when at idle and during slow-speed
operation.

Natural ventilation systems also have intake and
exhaust vents; as the boat moves, air is forced
into the intake vent and escapes through the
exhaust vents.

FRESHWATER SYSTEM

A freshwater system provides potable (drinkable)
water to sinks, showers, water heaters, ice
makers and/or cockpit washdowns. Common
freshwater systems are either manual or
pressurized. Pressurized systems may include a
storage tank, electric pump, faucet, filter, city
water hookup connector, water heater, and
showers, sinks or other appliances that require
potable water. Regardless of the type of system,
all freshwater drainage (gray water) is directed
overboard and is usually untreated.

If you have a gray water option, all waste water is
directed to the blackwater/waste holding tank.