Quicksilver 555 Cabin, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...555 Cabin Owner s Manual...

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Page 3: ...ins information vital to understanding the operation of your boat Original Equipment Manufacturer OEM Information The OEM information contains manuals provided by the individual system manufacturers o...

Page 4: ...ny time without notice in the colors equipment specifications materials and prices of all models or to discontinue models Should changes in production models be made Quicksilver is not obligated to ma...

Page 5: ...Dash Layout 9 13 Navigation Lights 10 14 Engine 11 15 Trailering 12 16 Strong Points 12 System Component Overview and Operation 1 Fuel System 14 2 Bilge Pump 16 3 Fire Prevention 17 4 Carbon Monoxide...

Page 6: ...ing of your boat Understand and follow the Rules of the Road and learn how to navigate Do not forget that a boating license is mandatory in many countries for vessels above a certain engine power Thes...

Page 7: ...t important identifying factor The CIN consists of a two digit country code indicating the country of origin of the manufacturer and a unique twelve digit code that provides Quicksilver vital informat...

Page 8: ...HAT BRUNSWICK MARINE IN EMEA WILL DO Brunswick Marine in EMEA s sole and exclusive obligation under this warranty is limited to at our option repairing a defective part replacing such part or parts wi...

Page 9: ...bished repaired or remanufactured products or parts in the warranty repair or replacement process Such products and parts will be comparable in function and performance to an original product or part...

Page 10: ...nally used for such purposes The repair or replacement of parts or the performance of service under this warranty does not extend the life of this warranty beyond its original expiration date Unexpire...

Page 11: ...e 13 Any failure or defect caused by an act of nature resulting in damage cost or expense 14 Any transportation 15 Any failure or defect arising from a previous repair made by a non authorized service...

Page 12: ...EMEA where such does not otherwise exist under applicable law Some country state or region may not allow the applicable statute of limitations for rescission or revocation to be reduced so this provis...

Page 13: ...TH TMAX Ha Design Category C Length of Hull LH 5 29m Length Overall LMAX 5 50m Length Overall LMAX OPTION 5 84m Beam of Hull BH 2 23m Beam Max BMAX 2 29m Draft of Hull TH 0 42m Draft Max TMAX 0 83m O...

Page 14: ...s closed to minimize flooding Breaking waves are a serious stability hazard Finally stability can be compromised when towing or lifting heavy weights using a davit or boom Your boat has been designed...

Page 15: ...ncluding 2m Category D Designed for winds that include up to a wind force 4 Beaufort scale 16 knots and a significant wave height up to and including 0 3m with occasional waves of 0 5m maximum height...

Page 16: ...Quicksilver 555CAB General Information 4 6 Safety Label Locations...

Page 17: ...rail Cabin window P S Cabin door Center cockpit floor hatch Midship rail P S Cockpit table Rod holder P S Port aft seat Stern cleat P S Stern eye P S Transom ladder Navigation light Motorwell drain P...

Page 18: ...rmation 6 8 Deck Cockpit Layout optional equipment Bow sunpad Teak flooring Copilot seat Sun lounge Back bench filler seat Port extended swim platform Stbd extended swim platform Bimini w enclosure no...

Page 19: ...uipment containing petrol outboard engines portable petrol tanks etc in the cockpit seat storage tubs or cabin These areas were not designed to store fuel and do not have adequate ventilation Cockpit...

Page 20: ...ending on the type of boat you may have underwater fittings that need drain plugs Garboard drain plugs and fishbox drain plugs need to be in place before the boat goes in to the water Any fitting that...

Page 21: ...e optional Cockpit table leg storage Center forward mattress Port mattress Steering wheel Cup holder Helm switch panel 12V receptacle Tachometer Port helm seat grab rail Engine trim gauge Fuel gauge S...

Page 22: ...achometer GPS SC1000 Speedometer DAB radio antenna Active trim Air temperature sensor 13 Navigation Lights Your boat comes equipped with navigation lighting for use at night or in low visibility condi...

Page 23: ...in the craft The maximum power rating label is located at the helm under the capacity plate The International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea COLREG and the rules of the road require that...

Page 24: ...located on the transom which are used as tie down points during trailering the boat The bow and stern eyes may be used for short term lifting of the boat only Towing Quicksilver does not recommend to...

Page 25: ...Quicksilver 555CAB General Information 13 Stern cleat P S Bow cleat P S Anchor cleat under hatch Bow eye Stern eye Strong Points...

Page 26: ...engine through the anti siphon valve and the fuel line The anti siphon valve is a safety feature designed to prevent fuel from siphoning out of the tank if the fuel line was ever cut or broken below t...

Page 27: ...uration level will cause most of the ethanol in the fuel to separate from the bulk fuel and drop to the bottom of the tank significantly reducing the level of ethanol in the fuel mixture in the upper...

Page 28: ...free float switch when the water in the bilge reaches a predetermined level You can also manually operate the bilge pump at the console by pressing the bilge pump switch at the helm Inspect the bilge...

Page 29: ...ed or replaced when expired or discharged 4 Ensure that the fire fighting equipment is readily accessible when the boat is occupied 5 Inform the members of the crew about the location and operation of...

Page 30: ...ion or very short exposure to high concentrations can result in asphyxiation and death Symptoms of Carbon Monoxide poisoning include dizziness headaches ringing in the ears nausea or unconsciousness G...

Page 31: ...ery sensitive and will notify you before dangerous amounts of CO can accumulate which will allow you to take measures to dissipate the gas from the affected areas When there is a buildup of CO in the...

Page 32: ...to either port or starboard depending upon the direction the steering wheel is turned Filling and Maintenance A hydraulic steering system rarely needs to be refilled after the system is bled However i...

Page 33: ...throttle without the propeller spinning On the mechanical shift controller the button is located at the center of the throttle control and when moved back to the center position the button will automa...

Page 34: ...Do not let the lanyard become entangled Emergency Engine Shutdown Switch Ignition shutdown safety switch Switch clip attached to switch Lanyard Switch clip attached to operator 8 Instrumentation Pack...

Page 35: ...alls port and starboard of the console Refer to the manufacturer s manual for complete instructions and warranty USB port Stereo DAB Antenna Speaker P S Stereo 9 Active Trim optional Your boat may com...

Page 36: ...ue to their shape Compete the berth by placing the filler cushions over the filler board In addition the filler can be converted into an interior table To install first remove the plastic cover locate...

Page 37: ...forward Simply pull the upper bar on the seat frame forward and the seat will move out of the way Back Bench Filler Seat Back bench filler seat Upper handle bar Back Bench Filler Seat in lounge positi...

Page 38: ...th vinyl panels which fully encloses the cockpit Bimini When not in use the bimini can be stored in an aft position where it does not interfere with the use of the boat In this position always make su...

Page 39: ...OPERATE THE VESSEL WITH THE CANVAS ENCLOSURE UNLESS THERE IS VENTILATION THROUGHOUT THE BOAT The forward and aft canvas panels must be removed to allow air flow through the boat so Carbon Monoxide ca...

Page 40: ...stalled on your boat This will ensure that the battery will not move around while the boat is underway 4 Battery Switch Your vessel is equipped with a battery switch to control the delivery of DC powe...

Page 41: ...breakers is a fire hazard Located on the battery switch panel there are two thermal breakers while at the helm there is a breaker panel located below the steering wheel Fuses and breakers ATO ATC fus...

Page 42: ...our boat These electrical schematics were generated by the Electrical Engineering Department for technical reference and service technicians Quicksilver does not recommend that you attempt to work on...

Page 43: ...Quicksilver 555CAB Electrical Systems 31 DC Wiring Schematic...

Page 44: ...erformance and overall look If it has been a while between inspections you might notice algae or slime growth on the hull This can be cleaned with a coarse towel or soft bristle brush The growth shoul...

Page 45: ...a violet rays etc will take their toll on vinyl products causing them to lose their luster and texture To clean remove ordinary dirt and smudges with a mild soap and water solution Dry with a soft lin...

Page 46: ...of silicone spray a wax candle can be used to lubricate the zipper track Replace any missing fasteners or any fasteners showing signs of corrosion DO NOT use petroleum based products such as petroleum...

Page 47: ...er to feel and dislodge any stuck on dirt or foreign particles This should be done frequently to avoid build up of salt water dirt and other environmental contaminants Using a soft non abrasive cloth...

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