Ranger 2180 BAY RANGER, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...get a vessel safety check for your boat For more information on these important services contact the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary at 1 800 368 5647 www cgaux org or the United States Power Squ...

Page 2: ...o protects your accessory equipment and fishing tackle from prying eyes and helps to guard against pilferage Familiarize yourself with the instruments and indicators used with all installed equipment...

Page 3: ...ew while driving The power pedestal should be pushed down into the lowest position Should there be no base provided in the floor the seat should be removed and securely placed in the floor of the boat...

Page 4: ...ll need to trim for safely handling a turn at various speeds and water conditions Just remember to MAKE SAFETY YOUR GUIDE when attempting any new or unfamiliar maneuver Proceed ONLY AT SPEEDS AT WHICH...

Page 5: ...port brace between the trailer frame and the lower unit of your engine to prevent damage to your transom while the boat is in transit For the most possible boating and fishing enjoyment familiarize yo...

Page 6: ...ity one third of the fuel to go one third to come back and one third to reserve GOOD BOAT KEEPING A clean boat is a safer boat Take care to see that rods lures nets gaffs and other potentially harmful...

Page 7: ...sengers ventilate the boat by opening the side curtains or forward hatch to remove the fumes and immediately seek medical attention Carbon monoxide can be drawn into the cockpit area over the stern of...

Page 8: ...nd Upholstery 35 Cleaning Marine Vinyl 36 37 Adding Accessories To Your Boat 38 Hook Up of Trolling Motor Leads 39 Wiring Diagrams 40 Electrical System 50 Fuse Panel Information 50 Fisherman Series 51...

Page 9: ...partment for any additional information IMPORTANT Your Ranger Dealer s Responsibilities Generally it is the dealer s responsibility to the customer to make sure that the boat has been equipped as orde...

Page 10: ...owner operator s responsibility to return the unit to the Ranger dealer for a periodic checkup The owner operator is responsible for the correct operation of the boat and for the safety of its occupa...

Page 11: ...ine emergency stop switch can lead to property damage injury or death of the boat operator or passenger s or other whether within the boat or outside the boat WARNING WARNING The boat operator should...

Page 12: ...HEADACHE NAUSEA AND DIZZINESS DO NOT MISTAKE FOR SEASICKNESS VENTILATE BOAT OPEN SIDE CURTAINS OR FORWARD HATCHES TO REMOVE FUMES WARNING Rotating propeller can cause serious injury or death Never ap...

Page 13: ...the tow vehicle alone ANTICIPATE STOPS BRAKE EARLY Allow additional distance for stopping 2 Check lug nuts and tire pressure each trip Make sure that lug nuts are in place and tight Maintain tire pres...

Page 14: ...ent information 2 Model Number This number should be referred to when ordering parts or making other inquiries 3 Hull Identification Number Serial Number Should also be included in any inquiries or wh...

Page 15: ...m weight in pounds or persons capacity number found on the U S C G capacity information plate attached to your boat Know the ratings and load your boat accordingly It is a must for safe boating 15 Fai...

Page 16: ...considered safe and suitable for on plane seating The operator of the boat should be familiar with these locations The boat should not be operated at or above planing speeds with persons on board not...

Page 17: ...clearly marked and easily operated Some models have a manual fuel shutoff valve located in the pick up tube at the fuel tank Fuel System 17 Engine exhaust some of its constituents and a wide variety...

Page 18: ...boating and a maintenance free fuel and electrical system 5 Check hose connections at the deck fuel fill fuel tank vent and if equipped with more than one tank the fuel switch valve Naturally a leak...

Page 19: ...transport live fish in the well The auto position also holds the water in the well and in conjunction with the aerator will allow a mix of fresh water intake and recirculate existing water This would...

Page 20: ...position and pull out on the aerator spray head Turn on the aerator and the water in the well will be emptied To fill the livewell and resume normal operation push the aerator spray head in and set t...

Page 21: ...R S 7400262 3 4 Blk Spiral Reinf Water Hose N PVC ASSEMBLY M1 7100162 1 1 8 Closed Cell Neop Gasket M 7100125 Black 90 Deg 1 1 8 Elbow W Nut K 7100110 1 1 8 Black Thru Hull Grommet J 7100118 Transom M...

Page 22: ...aitwell Continuous Exchange of Water Open valve A leaving valve B closed Turn pump on Tank will fill until water reaches the overflow Leave pump on for continuous exchange of water 2 Re circulate Bait...

Page 23: ...Your Livewell Aeration System SALTWATER RECIRCULATING BAITWELL PLUMBING SYSTEM 23...

Page 24: ...pped water Grass sticks or other debris have clogged the filters or cavity around the pump impeller restricting water flow to pump Clean screens or remove screens and flush system with garden hose usi...

Page 25: ...wheel is required at all times You should familiarize yourself with the feel of the steering at various speeds and trim settings NEVER exceed speeds beyond your comfort level Steering 25 The steering...

Page 26: ...d service as necessary If you have installed a jack plate make sure that there isn t any interference between the jack plate and your steering cylinder If there is interference it may occur during ful...

Page 27: ...CEMENT KIT PART HS5157 FOR FRONT MOUNT CYLINDER PART HC5345 Item Part Quantity Description 1 797021 2 Seal Gland Only 2 745920 1 Seal Gland Assembly Guide Tool 3 745525 1 Pin Wrench Only 4 828980 1 Bl...

Page 28: ...Ranger does not supply the cable to engine connectors except on pre rigged packages we will not make specific installation or torque recommendations However Figures 4 5 show maintenance and check poin...

Page 29: ...Steering 29 See engine owner s manual for proper greasing and maintenance of engine link rod and steering kit CAUTION...

Page 30: ...rom your Ranger dealer is also a wise investment to help prevent damage while the boat is at home or on the road Careful as you may be you will get that scratch from the dock or beach that will need s...

Page 31: ...and back to the original shape using 600 grit WET sandpaper Then buff with a light duty buffing compound NOTE Area may have to be filled more than once due to shrinkage NOTE Due to different dye lots...

Page 32: ...32 Gel coat will not cure by itself You must use a catalyst NOTICE Do not sand metalflake surfaces A different procedure is used to repair these finishes You should contact your Ranger dealer for more...

Page 33: ...ll up position Always lower the seat to the full down position when the boat is underway We recommend that the seat and pedestal be removed from the front casting deck and remounted into the special b...

Page 34: ...rn in a counter clockwise direction and try the pedestal again If your seat will not remain in the upright position move the adjustment screw approximately 1 4 one quarter turn in a clockwise directio...

Page 35: ...Your Ranger upholstery is top grade marine vinyl Naturally the suppleness and color fidelity of the upholstery is best maintained by storing your boat out of direct sunlight Cleaning and conditioning...

Page 36: ...un Orange 88 Degreaser Roll Off Bleach Baking Soda Turtle Wax Tar Remover APCO Harbor Mate Certain household cleaners powdered abrasives steel wool and industrial cleansers can cause damage and discol...

Page 37: ...irst E Denatured Alcohol Rinse Dry F Follow instructions of stain agent manufacturer STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 Ballpoint Ink E B A Chewing Gum D B A Coffee Tea Chocolate B Crayon D B Grease D B F Household...

Page 38: ...before attempting to install a screw This lessens the chance of stripping the hold or chipping the gel coat around the hole If additional instruments are desired on the console holes may be drilled u...

Page 39: ...d Should this occur the breaker s can be reset by pushing the switch If this occurs again disconnect battery leads and trace immediately or take it to your Ranger dealer for repair An ignition protect...

Page 40: ...E MODELS HAVE ONLY 1 FUEL TANK IN WHICH CASE THE SENDER WIRE IS PINK AND NO FUEL SWITCH APPEARS ON CONSOLE TO TROLLING MOTOR BLACK RED BLACK RED 50 AMP BREAKER SWITCH TROLLING MOTOR BATTERIES 12 VOLT...

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Page 50: ...sily inspected or replaced The panel has a capacity of twelve to sixteen individual circuits The particular accessory ies they operate are shown on the decal on the right side of the fuse panel or bac...

Page 51: ...es on and 2 minutes off The fourth key press will turn off the timer function Fuel Level The switch labeled with a diagram of a fuel pump on the console keypad controls which tanks fuel level is displ...

Page 52: ...position The back lighting is on when the ignition is in the on position Keyless Ignition The user code for this system will come from the factory preset to 1 2 3 4 To change from the preset to your...

Page 53: ...ss will turn off the timer function Fuel Level The switch labeled with a diagram of a fuel pump on the console keypad controls which tanks fuel level is displayed on the fuel gauge When the Fuel switc...

Page 54: ...position The back lighting is on when the ignition is in the on position Keyless Ignition The user code for this system will come from the factory preset to 1 2 3 4 To change from the preset to your...

Page 55: ...Likewise pressing the Aerator 2 switch turns on aerator 2 The pumps will remain on continuously until their corresponding switch is pressed again When the pumps are on the Aerator Timer switch can be...

Page 56: ...Lighting The back lighting will turn on for 60 seconds when any key is pressed and the ignition is in the off position The back lighting is on when the ignition is in the on position Circuit Breaker...

Page 57: ...ine press the stop button To lock the system after stopping the engine enter the user code 1 2 3 4 and then press Stop To choke a carbureted engine Pressing the Start and 1 keys simultaneously while s...

Page 58: ...s on the auto bilge pump Pressing a third time turns off the manual bilge and the auto bilge pumps and reactivates the float switch Interior Lights Pressing the Interior Lights switch will turn on the...

Page 59: ...for direct attachment to bare wires All wires must be terminated with a 10 ring terminal of the appropriate wire gauge size When assembling plug insure that two cover screws pass through grooves in pl...

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Page 61: ...r electrical short Inspect wiring connections and terminals periodically for corrosion etc and replace as needed Replacement components should always be of equal or greater rating and quality We recom...

Page 62: ...visual distress signals One B 1 U S C G or U L approved fire extinguisher unless the construction is such that explosive flammable vapors cannot be trapped there are no closed compartments no permanen...

Page 63: ...accident report with their state boating law enforcement agency when their boat is involved in certain boating accidents as follows 1 There is loss of life or probable loss of life 2 Personal injury...

Page 64: ...BOAT DATA OWNER Address DEALER Address Phone BOAT MAKE MODEL Serial No Key No ENGINE MAKE MODEL Serial No Drive Unit Serial No OTHER 64...

Page 65: ...Periodically check the winch strap and winch parts for any wear and replace worn parts Remember a small expense for preventive maintenance is much less expensive now than a road side breakdown later 6...

Page 66: ...nadvertently set by checking that the reset tab is not in the retracted position as shown in figure 15 To reset to the normal position insert a flat screwdriver into the slot on the release tab and pu...

Page 67: ...disc brakes as outlined in your Disc Brake Manual To minimize corrosion it is necessary for the disc brake calipers and rotors to be rinsed off with fresh water after trailer has been immersed in sal...

Page 68: ...ncy Brake Engaged Emergency Brake Disengaged To release the emergency brake bracket insert a flat screw driver into the slot on the release tab on bottom side of actuator and pull down until a click n...

Page 69: ...act Tie Down Engineering at 404 344 0000 or visit their website at www tiedown com 69 If not familiar with disc brake pad replacement have work performed by a qualified individual or service shop CAUT...

Page 70: ...d be equipped with a properly rated and substantial towing hitch well braced and firmly connected to your vehicle Make sure that your vehicle is properly wired for the trailer light connection The hei...

Page 71: ...refer to your brake owners manual If you do not have a brake system manual please write or call Tie Down Engineering 5901 Wheaton Drive Atlanta GA 30336 404 344 0000 On swing hitch trailers make sure...

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Page 74: ...12 Castle Nut 13 Spindle 14 Inside Bearing 15 Inside Bearing Race 16 Outside Bearing Race 17 Outside Bearing 18 Hub 19 Spindle Washer 20 Spindle Nut Cotter Pin 21 Spindle Nut 22 Hub Oil Cap 23 Disc B...

Page 75: ...fects in the exterior cosmetic gelcoat finish cracking crazing or fading Warranty Period runs one 1 year from the date of delivery to the original retail purchaser Repairs will only be authorized afte...

Page 76: ...rrosion axle alignment adjustments and trailer components manufactured by companies other than Wood 12 Engines outdrive controls propellers batteries and other equipment or accessories that are not ma...

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