Quicksilver 555BR, Owner'S Manual

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

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Page 3: ...ains 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...

Page 4: ...any 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 m...

Page 5: ...8 13 Engine 10 14 Trailering 10 15 Strong Points 10 System Component Overview and Operation 1 Fuel System 12 2 Bilge Pump 14 3 Fire Prevention 15 4 Carbon Monoxide Monitor 16 5 Steering 18 6 Engine Co...

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: ...d side of the hull under the gunwale if the boat has an optional swim platform and is your boat s most important identifying factor The CIN must be included in all correspondence related to the vessel...

Page 8: ...WHAT 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 w...

Page 9: ...rbished 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: ...ally 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 Unexpired...

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: ...Design Category C TH TMAX Ha Length of Hull LH 5 11m Length Overall LMAX 5 33m Length Overall LMAX OPTION 5 36m Beam of Hull BH 2 13m Beam Max BMAX 2 17m Draft of Hull TH 0 36m Draft Max TMAX 0 77m O...

Page 14: ...n the vessel Keep the bilge area as dry as possible and in rough weather or at planing speeds keep all openings hatches lockers doorways and windows closed to minimize flooding Breaking waves are a se...

Page 15: ...ng 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 Refer...

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

Page 17: ...walk through Windshield Hand rail Port bucket seat Cockpit floor storage Fender storage P S Cockpit drain P S Aft bench seat cushion Aft bench seat storage Stern cleat P S Aft bench seat backrest Port...

Page 18: ...kpit floor storage Aft bench seat storage Aft anchor storage Aft starboard transom storage Do not store any equipment containing petrol outboard engines portable petrol tanks etc in the aft bench seat...

Page 19: ...switch panel Steering wheel Helm breaker panel USB charging port Engine throttle shift control Engine key Speedometer Fuel gauge Fuel tank vent Cockpit floor drain Line locker drain Motorwell drain Ga...

Page 20: ...h Panel Bilge pump Navigation lights Windshield wiper 12 Navigation Lights Your boat comes equipped with navigation lighting for use at night or in low visibility conditions Prior to running at night...

Page 21: ...Light ON Navigation light switch The International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea COLREG and the rules of the road require that a proper lookout be maintained at all times and observance...

Page 22: ...includes the weight of a fully optioned boat along with full liquid loads This does not include gear weight usually associated with operating the vessel 15 Strong Points Cleats Your boat comes equippe...

Page 23: ...g points specified Using the cleats for lifting is dangerous and could cause serious injury or death Always tow or be towed at a slow speed Never exceed the hull speed of a displacement craft when bei...

Page 24: ...e capacity may not be useable due to trim and loading conditions so consider keeping at a minimum 25 reserve fuel in the tank Fuel tanks with levels less than 25 capacity can cause engine stalling pro...

Page 25: ...osure of ethanol in the fuel to humidity and condensation When filling the tank do not attempt to top off the tank When the nozzle shuts off the tank is full and continuing to fill past the fuel fill...

Page 26: ...with any fuel containing ethanol Storage Long periods of storage and or non use common to boats create unique problems When preparing to store a boat for extended periods of two months or more it is...

Page 27: ...s readily accessible when the boat is occupied 5 Inform the members of the crew about the location and operation of the fire fighting equipment the locations of discharge openings in to the engine spa...

Page 28: ...cted have the victim breath fresh air deeply If breathing stops resuscitate A victim often revives then relapses because organs are damaged by lack of oxygen Carbon Monoxide Accumulation Prevention Ca...

Page 29: ...it is operating correctly both audible and visual warning indicators will be activated End of Life Signal Your CO detector is equipped with an End Of Life EOL signal indicating the sensor used in the...

Page 30: ...A hydraulic steering system rarely needs to be refilled after the system is bled However if you ever need to add fluid to the system refer to the steering manufacturer s manual for complete instructi...

Page 31: ...the reverse gear and thrust The throttle lever controls the RPM of the engine and the speed of the boat Power Trim Tilt The power trim located on the side of the gear shift throttle handle allows you...

Page 32: ...omy The system allows for the owner to either use the default system programmed or create their own trim profile At anytime the user can override the automatic trim system by simply pressing the trim...

Page 33: ...nytime to the full down position will return the wipers to the park position Starboard windshield wiper switch Windshield Wiper Park On Wiper motor switch positions 12 Cockpit Table optional Your boat...

Page 34: ...s into place When not in use the filler panels and cushions can be stored in the port and starboard console Bow Sun Lounge Center filler board Center backrest Bow cushion Filler cushion Backrest cushi...

Page 35: ...water skis or wakeboards Do not tow parasails kits or other boats Do not tow more than two persons at one time Use caution with skier in tow as rope may snap back into cockpit when released Failure t...

Page 36: ...T THE BOAT The forward and aft canvas panels must be removed to allow air flow through the boat so Carbon Monoxide cannot accumulate bimini remove the canvas boot and rotate the two bimini frames forw...

Page 37: ...e battery should always be installed and secured within the battery box on your boat This will ensure that the battery will not move around while the boat is underway 4 Battery Selector Switch Your ve...

Page 38: ...fire hazard If a fuse or breaker is replaced with one that has a lower amperage it may not be sufficient to carry the electrical load of the equipment it is connected to and will cause nuisance failur...

Page 39: ...t 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 the boa...

Page 40: ...Quicksilver 555BR Electrical Systems 28 DC Wiring Schematic...

Page 41: ...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 42: ...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 lint...

Page 43: ...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 44: ...our acrylic scratch resistant clean and minimize the deteriorating effects of sunlight To clean rinse the windscreen window thoroughly with clean water to remove any dust dirt particles salt water or...

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