Nauticstar XTS 195, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...NAUTICSTAR XTS SERIES OWNER S MANUAL 195 215 215 SB 227 249 2022 ...

Page 2: ...T LIMITS AND DISTRIBUTION 12 LINE OF SIGHT 12 PERSONAL FLOTATION DEVICES PFDS AND ACCESSIBILITY 13 IN THE EVENT OF A FIRE 13 FIRE EXTINGUISHERS 13 CAPSIZING 14 RUNNING AGROUND OR STRIKING UNDERWATER OBJECTS 14 PROPELLER SAFETY 14 MEANS OF RE BOARDING 14 IN WATER ACTIVITIES SAFETY 14 PROPELLER SAFETY 14 SECTION 2 EQUIPMENT 15 SAFETY EQUIPMENT 15 RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT 15 SOUND PRODUCING DEVICES 15 V...

Page 3: ...N 3 LEGAL REQUIREMENTS 37 LAW ENFORCEMENT 37 OPERATOR S LICENSE 37 BOATING UNDER THE INFLUENCE 37 REGISTRATION NUMBERING AND DOCUMENTATION 38 ACCIDENT REPORTING 38 SPEEDING AND NOISE 39 RADIOS TELEPHONES 39 REFUSE AND POLLUTION 39 SECTION 4 OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION 40 COMMUNICATIONS 40 INSURANCE 40 WEATHER 40 NAUTICAL CHARTS 41 FLOAT PLAN 42 STAYING AFLOAT 42 COLD WATER SURVIVAL 42 INFLATABLE L...

Page 4: ...LOCATION 53 WARRANTY INFORMATION 53 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 54 OUTBOARD ENGINE MOUNTING HEIGHT 56 MEANS OF UNASSISTED REBOARDING 56 JUMPSEAT OPERATION 57 LIFTING THE BOAT 58 SECTION 7 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION 59 BILGE PUMP SYSTEMS 59 PROPULSION 60 CONTROLS 61 VENTILATION 62 FUEL SYSTEMS Error Bookmark not defined WASTE SYSTEMS 64 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 65 NAVIGATIONAL EQUIPMENT 66 ANCHORING AN...

Page 5: ...C SPECIES AIS MITIGATION 74 SECTION 10 MAINTENANCE 75 CORROSION PROTECTION 75 ENGINE MAINTENANCE 75 HULL 76 FIBERGLASS AND NON SKID 76 CARPET IF EQUIPPED 76 UPHOLSTERY IF EQUIPPED 76 WINDSHIELD IF EQUIPPED 77 SEADEK MAINTENANCE IF EQUIPPED 77 DISINFECTING POTABLE WATER SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED 78 SERVICE LOG BOAT 79 ...

Page 6: ... most to us OUR PROMISE NauticStar gets you out on the water in safety and comfort No compromises Limitless possibilities OUR GOAL NauticStar makes almost any on water adventure achievable and successful for everyone with a value proposition unique to each product family OUR MISSION Whatever your perfect day on the water NauticStar is dedicated to get you there ...

Page 7: ...s and decks are hand layered repeatedly with fiberglass for strength and durability A marine vinyl ester barrier coat makes for durable hulls that resist cracking and osmotic blistering promoting longer hull life Afterward a gelcoat sheen is precision sprayed adding shine and long lasting sheen NauticStar boats consist of a three piece construction The fiberglass deck is a one piece molded deck th...

Page 8: ...ich if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION When used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in property damage GENERAL PRECAUTIONS Be certain that all operators of your boat are aware of the safe...

Page 9: ...cal regulations Always attach the engine emergency safety shut off lanyard to a part of your clothing such as a belt loop when operating the boat Never override or modify the engine emergency safety shut off switch in any way On April 1 2021 a new federal law went into effect that requires the operator of a boat with an installed Engine Cut Off Switch ECOS to use the ECOS link The link is usually ...

Page 10: ...NSIBILITIES The following are the operator s responsibility Ensure the boat is in top operating condition and there are no hazards that impede your moving about the boat File a float plan as described below with a relative or friend Ensure the bilge is clean prior to starting Have a complete knowledge of the operation and handling characteristics of your boat Ensure that the boat is not loaded abo...

Page 11: ...ly injury and are a misuse of this product Carbon monoxide CO enters your bloodstream through the lungs blocking the oxygen your body needs Prolonged exposure to low concentrations or very quick exposure to high concentrations can be deadly to all on board Early symptoms of CO poisoning include irritated eyes headache nausea weakness and dizziness These can be confused with seasickness or intoxica...

Page 12: ...t Within this Owner s Manual and on a label mounted in each boat is the Maximum Capacity for that specific model Bear in mind that maximum limits include additional water ballast bags and water put in them gear brought onto the boat additional options and all people Maximum people are limited to the number of on plane seating positions Equally critical is how weight is distributed throughout the b...

Page 13: ...the device is NOT serviceable and is NOT considered a usable PFD for anyone on board the vessel Coast Guard approved inflatable PFDs are authorized for use on recreational boats by persons at least 16 years of age Some states require children to always wear PFDs Check with your state boating safety officials for details Be certain to equip children with a PFD that is appropriate for the size of th...

Page 14: ...n be difficult to estimate how long it will take for enough water to intrude and sink the boat PROPELLER SAFETY PROPELLER S MAY CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH Shut off the engine s when near persons in the water prior to using the swim platform or the boarding ladder MEANS OF RE BOARDING There are several ways to re board a NauticStar boat from the water In some models ladders are offered to assist...

Page 15: ... least 75 feet of line in saltwater operation particularly Manual bailing device for removing water Combination oar boat hook Day and night visual distress signal First aid kit and manual Airway breathing tube Waterproof flashlight Non electric horn or whistle Set of local navigational charts Mooring lines and fenders Extra engine oil Tool kit Portable battery operated AM FM radio or weather radio...

Page 16: ...r Flares is recommended U S C G approved pyrotechnic visual distress signals and associated devices include pyrotechnic red flares hand held or aerial pyrotechnic orange smoke hand held or floating or launchers for aerial red meteors or parachute flares Non pyrotechnic devices may be allowed These include an orange distress flag day signal only or an electric distress light which is acceptable for...

Page 17: ...replaced immediately To replace a warning label contact your NauticStar dealer with a label part number which can be found by visiting nauticstarboats com contact us and request a new label The label s part number is located in the bottom right or left corner of every label It is the responsibility of the boat owner and occupants of the boat to understand and comply with all warning labels and saf...

Page 18: ...ge at any given time Check with Boat manufacturer for the latest label DECAL PART NUMBER DECAL DESCRIPTION DECAL PICTURE 1000776 DECAL CONTENTS UNDER PRESSURE 1000039 DECAL 191 HYBRID CAPACITY TAG 1001033 DECAL 211 CAPACITY TAG 1002351 DECAL 231 HYBRID CAPACITY TAG 1002321 DECAL 2102 CAPACITY TAG ...

Page 19: ...19 P a g e XTS SERIES 1006049 DECAL FISHING 7 PERSONS 150 1006055 DECAL DECK 12 PERSONS 150 1006054 DECAL FISHING 12 PERSONS 150 1002337 DECAL 193SC CAPACITY TAG 1006045 DECAL 215 XTS CAP TAG 500 1002333 DECAL 243DC CAPACITY TAG ...

Page 20: ...AL 20 P a g e XTS SERIES 1006170 DECAL 2302 LGCY CAPACITY TAG 1006052 DECAL FISHING 10 PERSONS 1006051 DECAL FISHING 9 PERSONS 1002364 DECAL 32XS ON PLANE 1006038 DECAL 195 XTS CAP TAG 100 1002328 DECAL 223 DECK CAPACITY TAG ...

Page 21: ...P a g e XTS SERIES 1006042 DECAL 249 XTS CAP TAG 100 1006183 DECAL 2602 LEGACY CAP TAG 100 1006047 DECAL FISHING 5 PERSONS 150 1006053 DECAL FISHING 11 PERSONS 150 1004013 DECAL WARNING SHEET KIT 500 1002327 DECAL 203 CAPACITY TAG ...

Page 22: ...TS SERIES 1006040 DECAL 227 XTS CAP TAG 100 1006043 DECAL 251 HYBRID CAP TAG 100 1011556 DECAL 24OS XS CAPACITY TAG 1011557 DECAL 24OS L CAPACITY TAG 1011558 DECAL 24OS L 12 PERSONS 150 ON PLANE 1006172 DECAL 24OS XS 10 PERSONS 150 ON PLANE ...

Page 23: ...34 DECAL YACHT CAP TAG 100 1006048 DECAL FISHING 6 PERSONS 150 1006050 DECAL FISHING 8 PERSONS 150 1004883 DECAL CAUTION OVERBOARD 1006244 DECAL TRASH OVERBOARD 1001504 DECAL 203SC DC ON PLANE 1006245 DECAL NON POTABLE WATER 1004098 DECAL FRESH WATER 150 ...

Page 24: ...XTS SERIES OWNER S MANUAL 24 P a g e XTS SERIES Note Labels may change at any given time Check with Boat manufacturer for the latest label ...

Page 25: ... Labels may change at any given time Check with Boat manufacturer for the latest label DECAL PART NUMBER DECAL DESCRIPTION DECAL PICTURE 1006037 DECAL 191 HYBRID CANADA CAP 1002368 DECAL 203 SC CANADA CAP TAG 1006041 DECAL 227 XTS CANADA CAP TAG 1002357 DECAL 2102 CANADA CAP TAG ...

Page 26: ...ER S MANUAL 26 P a g e XTS SERIES 1002359 DECAL 193 SC CANADA CAP TAG 1002354 DECAL 211 CANADA CAPACITY TAG 1002355 DECAL 231 CANADA CAPACITY TAG 1002358 DECAL 2302 CANADA CAP TAG 1006039 DECAL 195 XTS CANADA CAP TAG ...

Page 27: ... MANUAL 27 P a g e XTS SERIES 1006046 DECAL 215 XTS CANADA CAP TAG 1002361 DECAL 243 CANADA CAPACITY TAG 1002367 DECAL 203 DC CANADA CAP TAG 1002360 DECAL 223 CANADA CAPACITY TAG 1011430 DECAL 2602 LEGACY CANADA CAP TAG ...

Page 28: ...nufacturer for the latest label ALL SPANISH WARNING LABELS Note Labels may change at any given time Check with Boat manufacturer for the latest label 1006044 DECAL 251 HYB CANADA CAP TAG 1004014 DECAL WARN LABEL KIT FRENCH DECAL PART NUMBER DECAL DESCRIPTION DECAL PICTURE 1004015 DECAL WARN LABEL KIT SPANISH ...

Page 29: ...CAL CONTENTS UNDER PRESSURE 1006047 DECAL FISHING 5 PERSONS 1006038 DECAL 195 XTS CAP TAG 1002324 DECAL WARNING OVER TRIM 1006245 DECAL NON POTABLE WATER OPTION 1012414 DECAL NO VENTILATION 1012415 DECAL SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH FRENCH 1004014 DECAL WARN LABEL KIT FRENCH 1006039 DECAL 195 XTS CANADA CAP TAG SPANISH 1004015 DECAL WARN LABEL KIT SPANISH ...

Page 30: ...XTS SERIES OWNER S MANUAL 30 P a g e XTS SERIES 195 XTS LABEL LOCATIONS No Ventilation label placed under all RTM lids and in the Head ...

Page 31: ...T KIT 1000776 DECAL CONTENTS UNDER PRESSURE 1006048 DECAL FISHING 6 PERSONS 1006045 DECAL 215 XTS CAP TAG 1002324 DECAL WARNING OVER TRIM 1006245 DECAL NON POTABLE WATER OPTION 1012414 DECAL NO VENTILATION 1012415 DECAL SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH FRENCH 1006046 DECAL 215 XTS CANADA CAP TAG 1004014 DECAL WARN LABEL KIT FRENCH SPANISH 1004015 DECAL WARN LABEL KIT SPANISH ...

Page 32: ...XTS SERIES OWNER S MANUAL 32 P a g e XTS SERIES 215 XTS 215 XTS SHALLOW BAY LABEL LOCATIONS No Ventilation label placed under all lids ...

Page 33: ...048 DECAL FISHING 6 PERSONS 1006040 DECAL 227 XTS CAP TAG 1002324 DECAL WARNING OVER TRIM 1006245 DECAL NON POTABLE WATER OPTION 1004098 DECAL FRESH WATER OPTION 1012414 DECAL NO VENTILATION 1012415 DECAL SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH 1004099 DECAL WASTE ONLY OPTION FRENCH 1006041 DECAL 227 XTS CANADA CAP TAG 1004014 DECAL WARN LABEL KIT FRENCH SPANISH 1004015 DECAL WARN LABEL KIT SPANISH ...

Page 34: ...XTS SERIES OWNER S MANUAL 34 P a g e XTS SERIES 227 XTS LABEL LOCATIONS No Ventilation label placed under all lids and in the Head ...

Page 35: ...NDER PRESSURE 1006051 DECAL FISHING 9 PERSONS 1006042 DECAL 249 XTS CAP TAG 1002324 DECAL WARNING OVER TRIM 1006245 DECAL NON POTABLE WATER OPTION 1004098 DECAL FRESH WATER OPTION 1012414 DECAL NO VENTILATION 1012415 DECAL SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH 1004099 DECAL WASTE ONLY OPTION FRENCH 1004014 DECAL WARN LABEL KIT FRENCH SPANISH 1004015 DECAL WARN LABEL KIT SPANISH ...

Page 36: ...XTS SERIES OWNER S MANUAL 36 P a g e XTS SERIES 249 XTS LABEL LOCATIONS No Ventilation label placed under all lids ...

Page 37: ...o enforces a federal law that prohibits BUI Alcohol affects judgment vision balance and coordination These impairments increase the likelihood of accidents afloat for both boat operators and passengers U S Coast Guard data shows that in boating deaths involving alcohol use over half the victims capsized their boats and or fell overboard Alcohol is even more hazardous on the water than on land The ...

Page 38: ...e vessel fee decal no other letters or numbers may be displayed nearby Lettering must be in plain vertical block characters of not less than three 3 inches in height Spaces or hyphens between letter and number groupings must be equal to the width of a letter other than i or a number other than 1 The owner of a vessel must notify the agency which issued the certificate of number within fifteen 15 d...

Page 39: ...HF FM a calling and distress channel It is not to be used for conversation or radio checks Such communications should be conducted on an authorized channel REFUSE AND POLLUTION There are stringent requirements regarding pollution discharge of oil discharge of garbage and the operation and discharge from sanitation devices It is the boat owner s and operator s responsibility to determine laws and r...

Page 40: ...h GPS internal or attached also provide an immediate GPS position in the information passed to the RCC Geostationary satellites make detection almost immediate If the EPIRB does not have the ability to provide a GPS position the process to determine a position takes about an hour on average and almost always less than two hours Satellite EPIRBs also include a homing beacon and strobe to help rescu...

Page 41: ...ng out a storm that includes high wind and or lightning which is especially dangerous Avoid contact with metal portions of the boat such as handrails windshields tower and cleats NAUTICAL CHARTS Nautical charts are especially important to boaters planning trips particularly on open waters These charts show the nature and shape of the coast depths of water general configuration and character of the...

Page 42: ...hich can lead to drowning Always wearing a PFD will help survival in rapid immersion situations In other situations when entry into cold water is necessary Wear a PFD Button all clothing Cover your head if possible and enter the water slowly Keep your head out of the water if possible Assume the Heat Escape Lessening Posture HELP position as taught within a Coast Guard taught safety course Informa...

Page 43: ...ring is done for two principal reasons first to stop for fishing swimming lunch or an overnight stay and secondly to keep a boat from running aground in bad weather or as a result of engine failure When preparing to anchor bring the bow of the vessel into the wind or current Place the engine in neutral When the boat comes to a stop slowly lower the anchor Do not throw the anchor over as it will te...

Page 44: ...called Rule 2 in the International Rules and says In obeying and construing these rules due regard shall be had to all dangers of navigation and collision and to any special circumstances which may render a departure from the above rules necessary in order to avoid immediate danger STEERING AND SAILING RULES SOUND SIGNALS Any time two 2 vessels on the water meet one another one vessel has the righ...

Page 45: ...ur port left side This rule does not apply if both of you can clear each other by continuing your set course and speed Crossing When two 2 power driven vessels are crossing each other s path close enough to run the risk of collision the vessel that views the crossing vessel to the starboard right side must give way If the other vessel is to the port left side you are the stand on vessel and provid...

Page 46: ... clear of any fishing vessel In a narrow channel a sailing vessel should not hamper the safe passage of a power driven vessel that can navigate only in such a channel A sailing vessel that is underway but not using sails is considered a power vessel and should be treated like any other power vessel when determining right of way FISHING VESSEL RIGHT OF WAY Under international rules all vessels that...

Page 47: ...ft side of the channel Red Channel Marker Buoy Traveling upstream you should pass to the left of the buoy as it marks the right side of the channel Junction Buoy Green over Red Means two channels are coming together and you should pass to the right of the buoy as you travel upstream Junction Buoy Red over Green Means two channels are coming together and you should pass to the left of the buoy as y...

Page 48: ...er than 50 feet of the flag and must operate at a slow no wake speed within 200 feet Alpha Flag Means a vessel is engaged in diving operations or is restricted in its ability to navigate Boaters must use extreme caution and are advised to look for a diver s down flag NOTE Markings may vary by geographic location For example the Western Rivers System markers are slightly different as well as in dif...

Page 49: ...XTS SERIES OWNER S MANUAL 49 P a g e XTS SERIES SECTION 6 GENERAL INFORMATION DECK LAYOUTS 195 XTS ...

Page 50: ...XTS SERIES OWNER S MANUAL 50 P a g e XTS SERIES 215 XTS 215 XTS SHALLOW BAY ...

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Page 53: ...ATION The HIN can be found riveted to the hull on the starboard aft transom area Record your HIN number here ________________________________________________________ WARRANTY INFORMATION A full warranty statement is available at https nauticstarboats com downloads warranty statement ...

Page 54: ...otor 1298 lb 953 kg Fuel Capacity 37 gal 140 L Front Livewell If equipped 13 gal 49 L Aft Livewell 27 gal 102 L Bow Fish Box 20 gal 76 L 215 XTS Length 21 2 6 45 m Beam 98 2 49 m Approximate Draft 12 0 279 m Transom Height 25 0 508 m Deadrise at Transom 13 4o Deadrise at Entry 45o Maximum Horsepower HP Rating 200 HP 149 kW Max Persons Total Persons Weight 6 1200 lb 544 kg Max Weight Capacity 2000 ...

Page 55: ...lb 726 kg Fuel Capacity 51 Gal 193 L Front Livewell If equipped 13 Gal 49 L Aft Livewell 27 Gal 102 L Bow Fish Box 30 Gal 114 L 227 XTS Length 22 6 6 86 m Beam 102 2 59 m Approximate Draft 13 0 33 m Transom Height 25 0 64 m Deadrise at Transom 16o Deadrise at Entry 40o Maximum Horsepower HP Rating 250 HP 186 kW Max Persons Total Persons Weight 6 1200 lb 544 kg Max Weight Capacity 2250 lb 1021 kg A...

Page 56: ...ich may reduce the usable fuel capacity by 10 OUTBOARD ENGINE MOUNTING HEIGHT Outboard engine mounting is adjusted to the first hole from the top on all XTS models PROPELLER SAFETY PROPELLER S MAY CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH Shut off the engine s when near persons in the water prior to using the swim platform or the boarding ladder MEANS OF UNASSISTED REBOARDING The NauticStar XTS series has an ...

Page 57: ...d one foot in contact with ladder or handrail JUMPSEAT OPERATION To operate the jump seat on your NauticStar XTS follow these steps Push on the locking mechanism to release the seat back It is marked by a sticker stating Push to Release Once release raise the seat upwards until it locks in place To gain access under the seat reach towards the rear of the bottom seat pad and pull upwards and toward...

Page 58: ...nt is not the recommended method and will put substantial additional stress on the stern eye mounting location USING LIFTING EYES An overhead hoist with an appropriate rating capacity should be used to lift your boat Cables should be properly rated for each model Each cable should be rated above the full weight of the model to be lifted USING LIFTING SLINGS An overhead hoist with an appropriate ra...

Page 59: ...mp is to remove water that collects in the bilge which is the bottom of the inside of the hull Your NauticStar XTS will have either 1 or 2 bilge pumps depending on the options selected Bilge pumps are accessed through the access plate located in the splash well These bilge pumps are rated for 800 GPH gallons per hour and will pump water directly overboard Auto Bilge ...

Page 60: ...n the switch panel Unless manual control is desired the auto bilge switch should be set in the auto position Manual Bilge A secondary manual bilge pump will also be present if the option was selected This bilge pump will be located adjacent to the auto bilge pump This bilge pump can be operated by switch located on the helm switch panel PROPULSION NauticStar boats come factory equipped with Yamaha...

Page 61: ... of boat in MPH Fuel Gauge Displays fuel level Throttle Used to control RPM and speed of boat Kill Switch Lanyard When pulled boat engine will be immediately turned off When removed boat engine will not crank Switch Panel Controls electrical functions of boat such as navigation lights horn manual bilge livewell etc ...

Page 62: ...e is extremely flammable and highly explosive under certain conditions Always stop the engine and never smoke or allow open flames or sparks within fifty 50 feet of the fueling area when fueling FUEL FILL LOCATION The fuel fill is located on the port mid ship for all NauticStar XTS models Take care not to spill gasoline If gasoline is spilled accidentally wipe up all traces of it with dry rags imm...

Page 63: ...nd underneath the leaning post Filters The fuel water separator for XTS models is mounted to the transom wall in the bilge area for all Yamaha and some Mercury engines It can be accessed through the splash well access cover Note Mercury engines less than 115 HP have a fuel water separator located on the engine itself Please refer to the Mercury owner s manual for specific location ...

Page 64: ...e See the following information for some general guidelines Federal law says that untreated sewage can NOT be discharged in inland or coastal waters This means the sewage from a portable toilet or a Type III holding tank cannot be discharged unless you are in the ocean more than 3 miles offshore Operating in a federally designated No Discharge Area further restricts what sewage you can discharge o...

Page 65: ...ers where onshore pumpout services are located You ll need to know this symbol if you use a portable toilet or Type III MSD holding tank on your boat ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Batteries Batteries are located under the starboard jump seat Refer to general information for jump seat operating instructions Main Power Shut off Switch The main power shut off switch is located just under the starboard jump seat ...

Page 66: ...equipped with an integrated breaker system The breakers are located just under the switch and are protected by a rubber nipple When tripped the breaker will deploy a small rod into this rubber nipple To reset the circuit breaker press down onto the rubber nipple and push the rod back into the circuit Before resetting a circuit breaker inspect the circuit and determine the cause of the trip Wiring ...

Page 67: ...ith the lights on NauticStar boats come factory equipped with Coast Guard compliant navigation lights The lights can be operated by toggling the switch labeled lights navigation located on the helm switch panel The green side marker light is located on the forward starboard rubrail The red side marker light is located on the forward port rubrail A white 360o light is located on the aft starboard g...

Page 68: ...nchor is located in the anchor locker at the bow of the boat Cleat locations Cleats can be used as a secure location to attach ropes for mooring and handling the boat All NauticStar XTS series boats come equipped with a minimum of 4 cleats See the following picture for their general locations ...

Page 69: ...ith a mild detergent and waxing with an auto wax will also help to keep the trailer bright and clean Braking System Check the braking system at the beginning of boating season and again at the conclusion along with the wheel bearings If there is anything that appears to be worn or leaking take the trailer to an authorized dealer for a check and possible repair Tow Vehicle Approach Tow vehicles mus...

Page 70: ...he rear of the trailer Difficult Towing If a trailer seems hard to tow or sways to one side a brake rotor may not be rotating freely If this appears to be the problem immediately contact your authorized dealer for assistance Ignoring this symptom could result in brake failure Check Trailer Jack and Lug Wrench The trailer jack and lug wrench that came with the tow vehicle may also work on the trail...

Page 71: ...cipate every type of situation in which drivers may find themselves The following recommendations apply to general situations but it is up to the individual driver to properly and safely act or react as a given situation requires Take a Shakedown Cruise Before making the first major trip or lake cruise with a trailer make at least one short trial run to become familiar with its handling characteri...

Page 72: ...n larger vehicles pass from either direction Slow down a little and keep a firm hand on the steering wheel If the boat is equipped with a Bimini top the top should be closed Avoid Sudden Stops and Starts Even though the trailer has brakes a sudden stop can cause it to skid slide or even jack knife Be especially careful to avoid the necessity for quick stops while turning Smooth gradual starts and ...

Page 73: ...d try to avoid braking except when the wheels are straight ahead and the trailer and tow vehicle are in line If the trailer begins to fish tail under acceleration to highway speed back off the accelerator a little and it should cease If it begins again upon acceleration stop and check the load If the load is not evenly distributed or if it is too far back so that the hitch load becomes too light t...

Page 74: ...cies are harmful non native plants animals and microorganisms living in aquatic habitats that damage ecosystems or threaten commercial agricultural and recreational activities Aquatic invasive species can be found in the untreated water sources either a natural source a river or lake or a human made water body a reservoir canal or stock tank that has not been treated for municipal use or human con...

Page 75: ...on When the aluminum has eroded to approximately one half 1 2 of its original size it must be replaced to continue protection or damage to other metal parts may result SALTWATER CARE AND MAINTANECE Rinse the boat with fresh water after each use in salt water Bilge Hull and deck including all underwater gear Upholstery Carpet If a boat has removable floor covering it should be removed for drying Ri...

Page 76: ...rength When washing the boat use a mild detergent such as Dawn or Ivory dish soap or similar commercially produced detergent and warm water solution DO NOT use abrasive cleaners solvents ammonia or chlorine as these will damage the gel coat surface Under extreme conditions special cleaners may be used to remove marine growth from the hull See an authorized NauticStar service department for further...

Page 77: ...ner degreaser or dish soap along with warm water and a medium bristled brush Thoroughly work the soapy mixture into the SeaDek until stain comes up Rinse with clean water and repeat if necessary Suntan Lotion Grease and Oils Use an all purpose cleaner or degreaser alone with a medium bristled brush Put small amount of the cleaner on the oil stain and use a medium bristled brush and warm water to s...

Page 78: ...orter periods will require greater concentration of chlorine solution d Drain chlorine solution from entire system e Flush entire system thoroughly with potable water f Fill system with potable water AP TABLE 1 shows the amount of disinfecting agent required for various quantities of 100 ppm chlorine solution AP TABLE 1 Chlorine Concentrations AMOUNT OF CHLORINE COMPOUND REQUIRED FOR 100 PPM SOLUT...

Page 79: ...XTS SERIES OWNER S MANUAL 79 P a g e XTS SERIES SERVICE LOG BOAT Every 50 hours Date Date Date Date Date Change engine oil and filter Check all safety equipment EVERY 100 HOURS Replace Fuel filter s ...

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