Polycraft boat, Owner'S Manual

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Page 2: ...the warranty cards there will be opera ng manuals associated with the engine and electrical equipment We recommend you read these manuals as they contain warnings and instruc ons on the best ways to operate each item If you experience any difficul es please contact your local Polycra dealer for assistance Find your local Polycra dealer by visi ng www polycra com au When Things Aren t to Your Sa sfac...

Page 3: ...epairs 14 Portable Fuel Tank 9 Special Care for Moored Boats 14 Engine Use 9 Antifoul your Polycraft 14 Advantages 9 Towing 15 Engine Starting 9 Maintaining the Trailer 15 Before You Leave 10 Trailering Tips 16 Manoevering 10 Warranty 17 Basic Manoeuvring 10 4 Year Limited Hull Warrant 17 Preparation 10 Commercial Use 23 Approaching the Wharf 10 Optional standard features 18 Leaving the Wharf 10 O...

Page 4: ...ate hazards which WILL cause severe personal injury or death if the warning is ignored WARNING Alerts you to hazards or unsafe prac ces which COULD result in severe personal injury or death if ignored CAUTION Alerts you to hazards or unsafe prac ces which COULD result in minor personal injury or cause product or property damage if ig nored NOTICE The symbol shown above calls a en on to installa on...

Page 5: ...he boats hull or permanent fi9ngs including the fi9ng of extras like foils can affect the safety characteris cs of the boat and expert advice should be taken before doing so We also recommend you perform the following steps Make certain you receive a full explana on of all systems from the dealer before taking delivery of your boat Read this manual thoroughly paying par cular a en on to the subjects ...

Page 6: ...boat handling should you become disabled or fall overboard Consider what ac on you would take under vari ous emergency condi ons such as a person overboard fog fire a damaged hull or other bad leaks motor breakdown severe storm or collision Your boat is not intended to act as a flota on device if capsized Should the boat ever capsize or a similar catastrophic event oc cur the flota on installed may b...

Page 7: ...r is based on use in moderate condi ons in protected waters The maximum load and persons capaci es determined in accordance with the standard AS1799 1 and shown on the builders plate for boats from 4 1M up to 6M is based on use in moderate condi ons in protected waters The recommended maximum number of persons and the recommended maximum load should be reduced in condi ons of increased risk i e ba...

Page 8: ...era ons with varia ons from region to region Many dealers package the basic safety kit with the boat at the me of sale Obtain a copy of your state regula ons to ensure you have everything required Look a er safety equipment store it carefully in the boat and regularly check it is all in good condi on especially PFD s flares and other safety devices Be sure to read the accompanying instruc ons and e...

Page 9: ...nance manual provided with your boat describes pre start and star ng procedures Modern engines are designed to be started in a par cular way Read the star ng procedure for your engine carefully prior to a emp ng opera on Special Note The following advantages and disadvantages of a Lanyard Stop Switch should be considered before elec ng to use such a switch Advantages The purpose of a Lanyard Stop ...

Page 10: ...orma on concerning the amount and type of equipment you should carry APPROACHING THE WHARF When approaching a wharf lower your speed within reasonable distance to allow the wake to subside before it reaches other boats As you get close to the wharf check for any wind or current ac on that may affect your manoeuvre then make a conserva ve approach with these factors in mind Try to use the elements t...

Page 11: ...ound 4 000 4 500 rpm So always try and set the boat up in this range when travelling any distance The amount of load in the boat will also influence fuel economy to a degree so don t fill the boat up with unnecessary items REPLACE DAMAGED PROPELLERS Propellers should be free from major nicks excessive pi9ng and any distor ons that alter the original design Opera ng your boat with a damaged propeller...

Page 12: ...ons found elsewhere in this manual and in the literature specific to certain components the following informa on is provided for general maintenance and repair Because condi ons vary widely in different areas and the frequency and type of use can differ greatly between owners intervals for maintenance are not listed here Use the appropriate engine owner s manual and common sense to determine the freq...

Page 13: ...ery To prevent rainwater seepage at the seams a coa ng of Scotch Guard can be applied on the inside of the vinyl top Mildew can occur if the boat does not have adequate ven la on If mildew does occur it can o en be removed using a solu on of hot water and laundry bleach as per manufacturer s instruc ons Brush the solu on into the affected area leave for 10 to 15 minutes and rinse with plenty of fre...

Page 14: ... sec ons of the boat require more or less strength REPAIRS TO THE HULL In most cases a heat gun and some poly welding rod can be supplied by Polycra is all that is required If you are not quite the home handyman we recommend the services of a professional plas cs repairer such as a car repairer who specializes in repairing plas c bumper bars etc APPLYING TO STICKERS TO YOUR HULL Heat the boat with...

Page 15: ...od They should be replaced every 6 months depending on trailer use For a quick check jack up the wheel and give it a wobble from side to side If there is slack in the bearing you will need to re ghten the axle hex nut and give the wheel a spin If it is noisy you will need to change the bearings If you re assemble the hub and there is evidence of water this will also render the bearings unfit for us...

Page 16: ...ty Galvanized parts should not be touching any part of the hull and the side Teflon skid pads should be posi oned as far out from the keel as possible then to be adjusted up firm against the hull of the boat If your boat doesn t come up straight a er trailer adjustment and all skid pad measurements are correct then check that the boat sits horizontal in the water Even a very slight lean will bring t...

Page 17: ...ransported or maintained in accordance with the Polycra owners manual which is available at our website www polycra com au Owner s Manual 5 4 without limi ng clause 5 3 your Polycra boat 5 4 1 is stored or transported using a mul roller trailer rather than the recommended full length slides trailer 5 4 2 is stored or transported without the use of an engine support bracket 5 4 3 is improperly or i...

Page 18: ...m this warranty and any implied rights and remedies arising under legisla on that cannot be excluded restricted or modified all guarantees warran es or other implied terms including terms implied by custom or usage are hereby excluded to the extend permi ed by law CONTACT DETAILS Our postal address and contact informa on as at the date this warranty was prepared are as follows Polycra Boats 89 Chil...

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Page 20: ...ge cushion pack O O O O Fuel tank 70 litre O O O O O S S S S Fuel tank 130 litre S S S Fuel tank 200 litre S S Glovebox O O O O S S Gunwhale Grab Rail Sx4 Sx2 Sx2 Sx2 Sx2 Sx2 Sx2 Sx2 Sx2 Sx2 Sx2 Long storage seat O O Hydraulic Steering O O O O O O O O O O O O O Non feed back steering S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S Pedestal box and seat S O Sx2 Sx2 Sx2 Sx2 Sx2 Sx2 Sx2 Polycraft Logo S S S S S S S S ...

Page 21: ... s Name Address City Town State Post Code Boat Model HIN No Engine Type Serial No Trailer Type VIN No Reg No Colour Date of Sale DEALER INFORMATION Dealer Name Address City Town State Post Code Sales Person Service Manager Dealer Stamp ...

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