Bayliner 175 User manual

Engine Serial Number: _____________________________________________
Hull Identification Number:__________________________________________
Hull Identification Number
•The Hull Identification Num-
ber (HIN) is located on the
starboard side of the transom.
•Record the HIN (and the
engine serial numbers) in the
space provided above.
•Please refer to the HIN for any
correspondence or orders.
© 2005 Bayliner Technical Publications. All rights reserved.
No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in any retrieval system, or transmitted in any form by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying,
recording or otherwise, without prior written permission of Bayliner.
Printed in the United States of America.
General Notes
The material in this document is for information only and is subject to change without notice. While reasonable efforts have been made in the preparation of this
document to assure its accuracy, Bayliner assumes no liability resulting from errors or omissions in this document, or from the use of information contained herein.
Due to our commitment to product improvement, Bayliner reserves the right to make changes in the product design, specifications, and equipment at any time
without notice or obligation. Illustrations and/or photos may show optional equipment.
All Bayliner products meet or exceed USCG (United States Coast Guard) and/or NMMA (National Marine Manufacturer’s Association) construction standards.
Manufactured with 1,1,1 Trichloroethane, a substance which harms public health and environment during the manufacturing process by destroying ozone in the
upper atmosphere.
Proprietary Rights
This document discloses subject matter in which Bayliner has proprietary rights. The information and design disclosed herein were originated by and are the prop-
erty of Bayliner. Neither receipt nor possession thereof confers or transfers any right to reproduce, copy, alter or disclose the document or any part thereof, any
information contained therein, or to construct boats or any item from it, except by written permission from or written agreement with Bayliner. This document is to
be returned upon request to Bayliner.
HIN LOCATION

CONTENTS
1 Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard!
1 Dimensions & Tank Capacities
1 Layout View
1 Dealer Service
2 Warranty Information
2 Boating Experience
2 Engine & Accessory Guidelines
2 Engine & Accessory Literature
3 Propeller
3 Qualified Maintenance
3 Special Care For Moored Boats
4 Safety Standards
5 Carbon Monoxide (CO)
5COFacts
5 Factors that Increase the Effects of
CO Poisoning
6 Where and How CO Can Accumulate
6 How to Protect Yourself and Others From CO
7COChecklists
7 More Information
8 Chapter 2: Locations
8 Exterior Views
8 Hull Views
9 Deck View
10 Helm
11 Component Locations
14 Chapter 3: Propulsion &
Related Systems
14 Engine
14 Special Starting Instructions for Carbureted
Engines (If Equipped)
15 Bilge Blower System
16 Fuel System
16 Fuel Fill & Vent
16 Fuel Filters
17 Anti-siphon Valve
18 Quick Oil Drain System
19 Chapter 4: Controls & Gauges
19 Steering
19 Shift/Throttle Controls
19 Power Trim & Tilt
20 Gauges
20 Cleaning Gauges
20 Gauge Fogging
20 Radio Transmission Interference
20 Fuel Gauge
21 Chapter 5: Plumbing
21 Bilge Pump
22 Bilge Pump Testing
23 Chapter 6: Deck Equipment
23 Cleats and Tow Eyes
23 Ski Tow Ring
24 Ski-Tow Tower (If Equipped)
24 Attaching the Ski-Tow Rope

25 Chapter 7: Convertible Seats,
Beds, & Tables
25 Sleeper Seats
25 Operating Positions
25 Lounge positions
26 Chapter 8: Lights
26 Care and Maintenance
26 Navigation Lights
27 Chapter 9: Electrical System
28 12-Volt DC System
28 Battery
28 Fuses
28 12-Volt Accessory Outlet (If Equipped)
28 Alternator
29 Electrical Routings
29 Deck Electrical Harnesses
30 Battery Cable Harness
31 Wiring Diagram
32 Important Records
33 Float Plan

Hazard Boxes & Symbols
The hazard boxes and symbols shown below are used throughout this supplement to call attention to potentially dan-
gerous situations which could lead to either personal injury or product damage. Read all warnings carefully and fol-
low all safety instructions.
This box alerts you to immediate hazards which WILL cause severe personal injury or death if
the warning is ignored.
DANGER!
!
This box alerts you to hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in severe personal
injury or death if the warning is ignored.
WARNING!
!
This box alerts you to hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in minor personal
injury or cause product or property damage if the warning is ignored.
CAUTION
!
This box calls attention to installation, operation or maintenance information, which is impor-
tant to proper operation but is not hazard related.
NOTICE
EXPLOSION
HAZARD! NO OPEN FLAME! HOT HAZARD!
ROTATING
PROPELLER HAZARD!
FALLING
HAZARD!
ELECTRICAL
HAZARD!
CO POISONING
HAZARD!
FIRE
HAZARD!
RUN BILGE BLOWERS
FOR 4 MINUTES!

1
175 •Owner’s Manual Supplement
Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard!
•This Owner’s Manual Supplement provides information about your boat that is not covered in the Sport Boat
Owner’s Manual.
•Before using your boat, study this Owner’s Manual Supplement, the Sport Boat Owner’s Manual, and all engine
and accessory literature carefully.
•Keep this Owner’s Manual Supplement and the Sport Boat Owner’s Manual on your boat in a secure, yet readily
available place.
Dimensions & Tank Capacities
Layout View
Dealer Service
•Your dealer is your key to service.
•Ask your dealer to explain all systems before taking delivery of your boat.
•Contact your dealer if you have any problems with your new boat.
•If your dealer cannot help, call our customer service hotline: [phone] or send us a FAX: [phone].
•Buy replacement parts from any authorized Bayliner dealer.
Overall
Length Length Rigged Bridge Clearance Beam Draft (Hull) Draft (Maximum) Fuel Capacity
17' 7" 18' 9" 8' 9" 6' 11" 1' 5" 2' 10" 21 Gallons

Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! 175 •Owner’s Manual Supplement
2
Warranty Information
•Bayliner offers a Limited Warranty on each new Bayliner purchased through an authorized Bayliner dealer.
•A copy of the Limited Warranty was included in your owner’s packet.
•If you did not receive a copy of the Limited Warranty, please contact your Bayliner dealer or call 360-435-8957
for a copy.
Boating Experience
If this is your first boat or if you are changing to a type of boat you are not familiar with, for your own comfort and
safety, obtain handling and operating experience before assuming command of this boat.
Take one of the boating safety classes offered by the U.S. Power Squadrons or the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary. For
more course information, including dates and locations of upcoming classes, contact the organizations directly:
•U.S. Power Squadrons: 1-888-FOR-USPS (1-888-367-8777) or on the Internet at: http://www.usps.org
•In Canada, for the CPS courses call 1-888-CPS-BOAT.
•U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary: 1-800-368-5647 or on the Internet at: http://www.cgaux.org
Outside the United States, your selling dealer, national sailing federation or local boat club can advise you of local
sea schools or competent instructors.
Engine & Accessory Guidelines
•Your boat’s engine and accessories were selected to provide optimum performance and service.
•Installing a different engine or other accessories may cause unwanted handling characteristics.
•Should you choose to install a different engine or accessories that will affect the boat’s running trim, have an
experienced marine technician perform a safety inspection and handling test before operating your boat again.
Certain modifications to your boat will result in cancellation of your warranty protection.
•Always check with your dealer before making any modifications to your boat.
Engine & Accessory Literature
•The engine and accessories installed on your boat come with their own operation and maintenance manuals.
•Read these manuals before using the engine and accessories.
•Unless noted otherwise, all engine and accessory literature referred to in this Supplement is included in your
owner’s packet.
CONTROL HAZARD!
A qualified operator MUST be in control of the boat at ALL times. Do NOT operate your boat
while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
WARNING!
!
When storing your boat please refer to your engine’s operation and maintenance manuals.
NOTICE

175 •Owner’s Manual Supplement Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard!
3
Propeller
•Keep the propeller in good repair and at the correct pitch for your particular situation.
•A slightly bent or nicked propeller will adversely affect the performance of your boat.
Qualified Maintenance
•Failure to maintain your boat’s systems (listed in the warning above) as designed could violate the laws in your
jurisdiction and could expose you and other people to the danger of bodily injury or accidental death.
•Follow the instructions provided in the Sport Boat Owner’s Manual, this Supplement, the engine owner’s manual
and all accessory literature.
Special Care For Moored Boats
•Whether moored in saltwater or freshwater, your boat will collect marine growth on its hull bottom.
•This will detract from the boat’s beauty, greatly affect its performance and may damage the gelcoat.
•Periodically haul the boat out of the water and scrub the hull bottom with a bristle brush and a solution of soap
and water.
ENGINE DAMAGE HAZARD!
The factory standard propeller may not be the best for your particular boat and load
conditions. Refer to the engine manual for engine RPM ratings. The engine should reach,
but not exceed its full rated RPM when full-throttle is applied.
Immediately contact your local Bayliner dealer if:
•The engine cannot reach its full rated RPM when full-throttle is applied, or;
•The engine exceeds its full rated RPM when full-throttle is applied.
CAUTION
!
To maintain the integrity and safety of your boat, allow ONLY qualified personnel to perform
maintenance on, or in any way modify the:
•Steering System
•Propulsion System
•Engine Control System
•Fuel System
•Environmental Control System
•Electrical System
•Navigational System
WARNING!
!
•To help seal thehull bottom and reduce the possibility of gelcoatblistering on moored boats,
apply an epoxy barrier coating.
•The barrier coating should be covered with several coats of anti-fouling paint.
•Many states regulate the chemical content of bottom paints in order to meet environmental
standards. Check with your local dealer about recommended bottom paints, and about the
laws in effect in your area.
NOTICE

Chapter 1: Welcome Aboard! 175 •Owner’s Manual Supplement
4
Safety Standards
•Your boat’s mechanical and electrical systems were designed to meet safety standards in effect at the time it
was built.
•Some of these standards were mandated by law, all of them were designed to insure your safety, and the safety of
other people, vessels and property.
In addition to this Supplement, please read the Sport Boat Owner’s Manual and all accessory instructions for impor-
tant safety standards and hazard information.
FALLING and ROTATING PROPELLER HAZARD!
•NEVER allow anyone to ride on parts of the boat NOT designed for
such use.
•Sitting on seat backs, lounging on the forward deck, bow riding, gun-
wale riding or occupying the transom platform while underway is especially hazardous and
WILL cause personal injury or death.
DANGER!
!
FALLING, ROTATING PROPELLER and CARBON
MONOXIDE POISONING HAZARD!
•NEVER allow anyone to occupy, or hang from, the
back deck or swim platform while the engine(s)
are running.
•Teak surfing, dragging, or water skiing within 20 feet
of a moving watercraft can be fatal.
DANGER!
!
DANGER
PERSONAL SAFETY HAZARD!
ALWAYS secure the anchor and other loose objects BEFORE getting underway. The anchor
and other items that are NOT properly secured can come loose when the boat is moving and
cause personal injury or death.
DANGER!
!
A wide variety of components used on this vessel contain or emit chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer and birth defects and other reproductive harm.
Examples Include:
•Engine and generator exhaust
•Engine and generator fuel, and other liquids such as coolants and oil, especially used
motor oil
•Cooking fuels
•Cleaners, paints, and substances used for vessel repair
•Waste materials that result from wear of vessel components
•Lead from battery terminals and from other sources such as ballast or fishing sinkers
To Avoid Harm:
•Keep away from engine, generator, and cooking fuel exhaust fumes.
•Wash exposed skin thoroughly with soap and water after handling the substances above.
WARNING!
!