AB Inflatables ABJET 285 User manual

Owner’s manual

CONTENTS
PROLOGUE
CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR PURCHASE SAFETY
MESSAGES
MARINE SAFETY
KNOWING YOUR ABJET®
TENDER
GENERAL ARRANGEMENT CONSOLE AND
INSTRUMENT PANEL
ENGINE COMPARTMENT ARRANGEMENT
JET BOATS SAFETY
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ENGINE
SPECIFICATIONS ABJET® CERTIFICATION
GENERALDESCRIPTION
SEATING ARRANGEMENT
HULL & DECK DRAIN SYSTEM
FUELING AND FUEL SYSTEM
1 GENERAL SYSTEM ARRANGEMENT
1 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM OPERATION 12
1 STANDARD EQUIPMENT 13
2
USE & PERFORMANCE OF YOUR ABJET®
TENDER
3
4 BEFORE STARTING 19
5 CHECK BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE 19
6 STARTING THE BOAT 20
6 SAFE OPERATION & MANEUVERABILITY 20
7 REDUCED POWER OPTION 22
8
OPERATING THE ABJET® TENDER
PANEL CONTROL DISPLAYS 24
GENERAL MONITORING SYSTEM 26
AFTER USE 27
TOWING YOUR BOAT 28
TRANSPORTING BY ROAD 30
11
11
11

CONTENTS
MAINTENANCE &
INSPECTIONS
WARNING LABELS
ELECTRICAL DIAGRAMS
40
41
GENERAL BOAT MAINTENANCE
FIBERGLASS HULL REPAIR
32 WARRANTY
42
REPAIR OF THE TUBE 32
SYSTEM & EQUIPMENT
MAINTENANCE
ENGINE MAINTENANCE
ENGINE BREAK-IN INSPECTION 37
GENERAL ENGINE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 37
FREQUENTLY ASKED
QUESTIONS
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART 38

PROLOGUE
The ABJET® is a reflection of pure boating passion. It marries
its stunning performance with the luxurious style, comfort,
safety and unparalleled quality craftsmanship that AB
Inflatables is known for worldwide.
Each ABJET® is carefully hand-crafted with the finest materials
available on the market. Our driving force is committed to
quality and continuous improvement. We build all our
inflatables with the same care and attention to detail,
ensuring both performance and durability. That is why we
choose to manufacture our
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durable in all climates and conditions.
CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR
The sophisticated and sporty ABJET
®
is the most
thoroughly modern RIB on the market. To ensure we meet the
discerning expectations of owners, we overlook no detail in its
design and construction. Crafted with the highest standards, the
ABJET® is sleek and stylish, unlike any boat on the water today.
SAFETY MESSAGES
Safety messages and labels have been fitted both to this
manual and to specific places on your tender. Please follow the
warnings contained throughout as failure to do so can result in
serious injury or death. Remember to replace them when they
become unreadable.
PURCHASE
You have acquired an exceptional vessel; every ABJET® is
subject to a rigorous quality control process to provide you
with unsurpassable quality and durability; its tube undergoes
strict pressure tests, seams and adhesive bond inspections.
Whether your needs run to commercial use or pure pleasure,
an ABJET® is a thrill to drive.
The ABJET® boats are powered by ROTAX® 4-TEC, 4-stroke
engines which are connected to a water jet propulsion system.
DANGER
Indicates a hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury.
WARNING
Indicates a hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result
in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could
result in minor or moderate
personal injury.
NOTICE
Indicates an instruction which,
if not followed, could severely
damage engine components or
other property.

MARINE SAFETY
This Manual is not intended to provide complete training on all
aspects of boat operation. We strongly recommend that all
operators of this boat look for additional information on boat
handling and safety.
We recommend to include the following items:
Anchor & anchor line Mooring lines
Bailer Oars/paddles
Safety requirements differ from country to country, from state
to state and whether you are within coastal waters or inland
waters. For more detailed information, please check with the
local authorities.
The law requires at least one type I, II or III personal flotation
device (PFD) for each person on board or towed on water skis;
and in addition, one throw able type IV PFD. Obtaining PFD´s
and other necessary safety equipment is the owner’s
responsibility.
PFD´s are intended to help you save your own life; you and
your passengers should wear a PFD whenever boating. Many
countries/states require children, age 18 or younger, to wear
PFD´s at all times. It is especially important that children or
non-swimmers wear PFD´s. Make certain you know how to use
PFD´s. Try it on and make adjustment for a comfortable fit.
Show children how to properly put on a PFD.
Batteries
Bellows
Charts
Engine tools
Extra fuel
First aid kit
Flares
Fresh water
Maintenance kit
PFD’s
Portable marine fire extinguisher
Portable radio with weather band
Spare keys
Sunscreen lotion
Tool kit
VHF
Waterproof flashlight
NOTICE
Special PFDs are available for skiing and other water sports.
These PFDs are constructed with materials suitable for high
impact falls into the water.
WARNING
It is a requirement that you carry at least one B-1 type Coast Guard
approved portable marine fire extinguisher on all our models with
prefitted fuel tanks.

KNOWING YOUR ABJET® TENDER
GENERAL ARRANGEMENT
Note: The following picture is illustrative and may vary
according to the ABJET® model selected.
Boating Terminology
1. Integrated bow locker
2. SS davit lifting points
3.
Lateral seat
4.
Fuel filler cap (under seat)
5.
Cup Holders
6. Digital display gauge
7.
8. Drain lines with non-return valves
9. Deck flushing point
10.
Rear seat with ample storage
11. Push-Push inflation valves
12. LED anchor light
13.
SS stern ski pole and hand rail
14.
Stern SS foldable cleat
1
Forward
2
Rear
3
Beam
4
Transom
5 Length overall
6
Starboard side
7
Port side
5.
Cup holders
6.
Digital display gauge
7. Shift control
Stern SS foldable cleat
Shift Control

KNOWING YOUR ABJET® TENDER
CONSOLE AND INSTRUMENT PANEL
1 Digital display gauge
2 Control panel mode/set button and toggle
3
Waterproof rocker switches with circuit breakers
4 Engine start/stop button and kill switch
5 Starting ON/OFF key switch
6
Steering wheel
7
Shift Control
8
Battery Switch
Note: The following picture is illustrative and may vary
according to the ABJET® model chosen.

KNOWING YOUR ABJET® TENDER
ENGINE COMPARTMENT ARRANGEMENT
Note: The following picture is illustrative and may vary
according to the ABJET® model chosen.
1
Coolant tank
2 Engine oil dipstick
3 Engine oil filler point
4 Engine catalytic converter
5 Towing valve
6 Engine fuse box
7
Main ECU Power Supply Circuit Breaker
8
Battery charger
9
Engine fuel filler
10 Fuel tank
11 Bilge blower
12
Fire extinguisher
13
Battery
14 Bilge pump
15 Console gas springs
16
Engine intake air filter

KNOWING YOUR ABJET® TENDER
JET BOATS SAFETY / IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
Jet Boat Safety
WARNING
An ABJET® may perform differently to other boats you may
have ridden in the past. Take time to familiarize yourself with
your new boat.
Always keep in mind that as the throttle lever is returned to
the idle position, less directional control is available. To turn
the jet boat, both steering and throttle are necessary.
•Boats in general have no brake. Stopping distance will vary
depending on initial speed, load, wind, and water conditions.
Practice stopping and docking in a safe, traffic-free area to get
a sense of how long it will take to stop the boat under varying
conditions.
•
Do not release the throttle when trying to steer away from
objects. You need throttle to steer.
•Do not use the reverse to stop.
•In shallow waters, proceed with caution and at very low
speeds. Grounding or abrupt stops may result in injury to
you, your passengers or others. The jet pump may pick up
debris and throw it forward causing a risk of injuring people
or damaging the jet pump or other property.
•Do not add accessories or equipment that may adversely
affect visibility or alter control of the boat.
•Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide (CO), which can
cause injury or death if inhaled in sufficient quantities.
Educate all occupants about the risks and symptoms of CO
accumulation and CO poisoning.
•
If, at any time, gasoline leaks/odors are found, do not start
the engine.
Identification Number
Safeguard the information about your boat by recording the
hull identification number (HIN). The HIN is located on the
upper starboard corner of the transom. The HIN must be
clearly visible at all times and must not be removed, altered or
tampered with in any way. The identification number is very
important! Keep a copy of this number stored in a safe place
off the boat in case of theft, damage, warranty claims, etc.,
report this number to the local authorities, your insurance
agent and your dealer.

KNOWING YOUR ABJET® TENDER
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
Engine Specifications
OEM with
Engine ROTAX® 4-TEC, 4-stroke.
Number of Cylinders 3
Number of Valves 12
Lubrication Dry sump (2 oil pumps). Replaceable oil filter.
Water-cooled oil cooler.
XPS Synthetic blend oil (summer grade).
Cooling System Closed loop cooling system.
Ethylene-glycol and distilled water (50%/50%).
Exhaust System Water cooled/water injected (opened loop).
Direct flow from jet pump
Jet Pump Axial flow single stage
Fuel Injection Type Multipoint Fuel Injection with intelligent Throttle Control (iTC).
Single Throttle body (60mm) with an integrated actuator.
Fuel Injector 3
Fuel Type Unleaded gasoline
Octane Rating (minimum) Inside North America: 87 (RON+ MON) /2
Fuel outside North America: 92 RON
NOTICE
Never experiment with other fuels. The use of inadequate fuel can result
in boat performance deterioration and damage to critical parts in the fuel
system and engine components.
This Engine is Four Stars -Super Ultra
Low Emission
The four-star label identifies engines that meet the Air
Resources Board’s Stern-drive and Inboard marine engine
2009 exhaust emission standards. Personal Watercraft and
Outboard marine engines may also comply with these
standards. Engines meeting these standards have 90%
lower emissions than One Star – Low Emission engines.
For more information:
Cleaner Watercraft - Get the Facts
1 800 END-SMOG
www.arb.ca.gov