Carolina cat 23cc 2015 User manual

2015 OWNER'S MANUAL23CC

1090 WEST SAINT JAMES

TARBORO, NORTH CAROLINA 27886

PH.866/485-8899 ŶFAX 919/882-8035

Dear Carolina Cat Owner:

Thank you for being our customer. Welcome aboard!

We wish to take this opportunity to sincerely thank you for putting your trust in our boat building team and

becoming the newest member of the Carolina Cat Family.

The following manual is designed to ensure you enjoy your new Carolina Cat for many years to come. We

have made every effort to ensure you and your family are safe, enjoy the unique features of a Carolina Cat,

and continue to love the Carolina Cat ride that no other boat company can offer.

If you should ever need assistance with the care, maintenance or operation of your boat, then please contact

your Carolina Cat dealership they have experience with the systems and operations of your boat. If for any

reason you need additional help, please feel free to contact us at the factory.

All of us at the factory and at your dealership are dedicated to earning your confidence.

Again, welcome aboard.

Best Regards, Best Regards,

ANDREW BROWN PHYLLIS D. MANNING

PRESIDENT CUSTOMER CARE MANAGER

[email protected]

2015 Carolina Cat 23CC Owners Manual

Chapter 1: Customer Information .............................................................................................................................1-6

1.1 Owner’s Portfolio ...........................................................................................................................................1-6

1.2 Warranty Information.....................................................................................................................................1-6

1.3 Dealer Responsibilities...................................................................................................................................1-6

1.4 Owner’s Responsibilities................................................................................................................................1-7

1.5 Manual Legend...............................................................................................................................................1-7

!!! DANGER .................................................................................................................................................1-7

!!! WARNING ...........................................................................................................................................1-7

!!! CAUTION.........................................................................................................................................1-7

NOTICE...............................................................................................................................................1-7

Chapter 2: Boat Information .....................................................................................................................................2-8

Chapter 3: Boat Specifications..................................................................................................................................3-9

3.1 23CC Standard Boat Specs, Features and options..........................................................................................3-9

Safety and Regulations................................................................................................................................................3-10

3.2 Operator Responsibilities .............................................................................................................................3-10

3.3 Registration...................................................................................................................................................3-10

3.4 Coast Guard Required Safety Equipment.....................................................................................................3-10

NOTICE.............................................................................................................................................3-10

3.5 Recommended Safety Equipment.................................................................................................................3-11

!!! CAUTION.......................................................................................................................................3-11

3.5.1 Capacity Information.............................................................................................................................3-11

3.6 Pollution Regulations ...................................................................................................................................3-11

3.7 Boating Safety Guidelines............................................................................................................................3-11

3.7.1 Pre-Departure ........................................................................................................................................3-12

3.7.2 Launching..............................................................................................................................................3-12

3.7.3 Underway: (See Chapter 5 on Performance).........................................................................................3-12

3.7.4 Returning...............................................................................................................................................3-13

3.8 Trailering ......................................................................................................................................................3-13

3.9 Anchoring.....................................................................................................................................................3-13

!!! CAUTION.......................................................................................................................................3-13

3.10 Shallow Water...........................................................................................................................................3-13

3.11 Emergency Situations ...............................................................................................................................3-14

3.11.1 Emergency Stop Switch ........................................................................................................................3-14

3.11.2 Communication .....................................................................................................................................3-14

3.11.3 Rendering Assistance ............................................................................................................................3-14

3.11.4 Reporting Accidents..............................................................................................................................3-14

3.11.5 Weather .................................................................................................................................................3-14

3.11.6 Towing ..................................................................................................................................................3-15

3.12 Carbon Monoxide (CO) ............................................................................................................................3-15

!!! DANGER ...............................................................................................................................................3-15

Chapter 4: Performance ..........................................................................................................................................4-16

4.1 Overview ......................................................................................................................................................4-16

4.2 Motor Trim – Twin Engines.........................................................................................................................4-16

4.2.1 Bow Up Condition ................................................................................................................................4-16

4.2.2 Bow Down Condition............................................................................................................................4-16

4.3 Engine Controls............................................................................................................................................4-17

4.4 Steering Controls – Twin Engines................................................................................................................4-17

4.5 Steering Maintenance – Twin Engine ..........................................................................................................4-17

!!! CAUTION.......................................................................................................................................4-17

4.6 Steering System- Bleeding Instructions .......................................................................................................4-18

NOTICE.............................................................................................................................................4-18

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4.6.1 Step 1.....................................................................................................................................................4-18

4.6.2 Step 2.....................................................................................................................................................4-18

4.6.3 Step 3.....................................................................................................................................................4-18

4.6.4 Step 4.....................................................................................................................................................4-18

4.7 Handling Characteristics...............................................................................................................................4-19

4.7.1 Turning Characteristics .........................................................................................................................4-19

4.7.2 Adverse Sea Conditions ........................................................................................................................4-19

4.7.3 Cross-Clutching – Twin Engines ..........................................................................................................4-19

4.7.4 Get the boat on plane.............................................................................................................................4-20

4.7.5 Keep the boat level (if the seas change or people move on the boat)...................................................4-20

4.7.6 Handling different sea conditions..........................................................................................................4-20

4.7.7 Boating Tips ..........................................................................................................................................4-20

4.8 Performance Factors .....................................................................................................................................4-20

4.8.1 Engine Efficiency..................................................................................................................................4-20

4.8.2 Propeller Condition ...............................................................................................................................4-21

4.8.3 Weather Conditions...............................................................................................................................4-21

4.8.4 Load.......................................................................................................................................................4-21

4.8.5 Marine Growth ......................................................................................................................................4-21

4.8.6 Bottom Paint..........................................................................................................................................4-21

Chapter 5: Systems Information .............................................................................................................................5-22

5.1 Overview ......................................................................................................................................................5-22

5.2 Fueling Guidelines........................................................................................................................................5-22

!!! WARNING .........................................................................................................................................5-22

!!! DANGER ...............................................................................................................................................5-22

5.2.1 Before Fueling.......................................................................................................................................5-22

5.2.2 During Fueling ......................................................................................................................................5-22

5.2.3 After Fueling .........................................................................................................................................5-22

5.3 FUEL SYSTEM ...........................................................................................................................................5-23

5.3.1 Fuel System Benefits.............................................................................................................................5-23

5.3.2 Fuel Tank ..............................................................................................................................................5-23

5.3.3 Fuel Vent...............................................................................................................................................5-23

5.3.4 Fuel Distribution System.......................................................................................................................5-24

5.3.5 Filling Fuel Tanks .................................................................................................................................5-24

!!! WARNING .........................................................................................................................................5-24

5.3.6 Pressure Relief Fuel System Diagram...................................................................................................5-25

5.3.7 Trouble Shooting Tips...........................................................................................................................5-25

5.3.8 Integrated Fuel Demand Valve Components ........................................................................................5-26

5.4 Ethanol-blended fuel ....................................................................................................................................5-26

NOTICE.............................................................................................................................................5-26

5.4.1 Additives ...............................................................................................................................................5-26

5.5 Electrical System ..........................................................................................................................................5-27

5.5.1 Battery System ......................................................................................................................................5-27

5.5.2 Battery Distribution...............................................................................................................................5-27

5.5.3 Emergency Parallel ...............................................................................................................................5-27

5.5.4 5.6.3 24 Hour Circuits...........................................................................................................................5-27

!!! DANGER ...............................................................................................................................................5-27

5.6 Battery Selection ..........................................................................................................................................5-27

5.7 Battery Care..................................................................................................................................................5-28

!!! DANGER ...............................................................................................................................................5-28

5.7.1 Safety.....................................................................................................................................................5-28

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5.7.2 Exposure................................................................................................................................................5-28

!!! CAUTION.......................................................................................................................................5-28

5.8 Wiring and Circuit Protection ......................................................................................................................5-28

5.9 Control System .............................................................................................................................................5-29

!!! CAUTION.......................................................................................................................................5-29

5.10 Dash Switch Panel ....................................................................................................................................5-30

5.10.1 Accessories............................................................................................................................................5-30

5.10.2 Navigational Lights ...............................................................................................................................5-30

5.10.3 Cockpit Lights.......................................................................................................................................5-30

5.10.4 Bilge Pump / Float Switch ....................................................................................................................5-30

5.10.5 Raw Water Pump ..................................................................................................................................5-30

5.10.6 Livewell Pump ......................................................................................................................................5-31

5.10.7 12v Outlets ............................................................................................................................................5-31

5.10.8 Stereo (optional)....................................................................................................................................5-31

5.10.9 Horn.......................................................................................................................................................5-31

5.10.10 ACC...................................................................................................................................................5-32

5.10.11 Gauge Packages.................................................................................................................................5-32

5.10.12 Yamaha™ ..........................................................................................................................................5-32

5.11 Plumbing System ......................................................................................................................................5-32

Chapter 6: Maintenance and Service.......................................................................................................................6-33

6.1 Overview ......................................................................................................................................................6-33

6.2 Gelcoat Maintenance ....................................................................................................................................6-33

6.2.1 Cleaning ................................................................................................................................................6-33

!!! CAUTION.......................................................................................................................................6-33

6.2.2 Waxing ..................................................................................................................................................6-33

!!! CAUTION.......................................................................................................................................6-33

!!! CAUTION.......................................................................................................................................6-34

6.2.3 Repair ....................................................................................................................................................6-34

!!! WARNING .........................................................................................................................................6-34

6.3 Bottom Paint.................................................................................................................................................6-34

6.4 Upholstery ....................................................................................................................................................6-34

!!! WARNING .........................................................................................................................................6-34

6.5 Trim / Plexiglass / Polyethylene...................................................................................................................6-35

6.6 Stainless / Aluminum....................................................................................................................................6-35

6.7 Bilge Compartments .....................................................................................................................................6-35

6.8 Cockpit Drains..............................................................................................................................................6-35

6.9 Winterization ................................................................................................................................................6-36

6.10 Maintenance Schedule ..............................................................................................................................6-37

6.11 Maintenance Log ......................................................................................................................................6-38

Chapter 7: hurricane preparedness..........................................................................................................................7-39

Chapter 8: 2015 Warranty Policy ...........................................................................................................................8-42

Chapter 9: Operation and Schematics.....................................................................................................................9-44

9.1 Operation of Standard Equipment ................................................................................................................9-44

9.1.1 Bilge Pumps / Float Switches................................................................................................................9-44

9.1.2 Seacocks................................................................................................................................................9-44

9.1.3 Livewell System....................................................................................................................................9-44

NOTICE.............................................................................................................................................9-45

9.1.4 Raw Water System ................................................................................................................................9-45

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9.1.5 Stereo.....................................................................................................................................................9-45

9.1.6 Maximum Horsepower Rating: Twin 115 4-Stroke HP (230 HP total)..............................................9-45

9.2 System Diagrams..........................................................................................................................................9-46

9.2.1 Wire Code Diagram...............................................................................................................................9-46

9.2.2 Plumbing Diagram ................................................................................................................................9-47

9.2.3 Thru-Hull Diagram................................................................................................................................9-48

Chapter 10: Spare Parts List for Non-Warranty Repairs.....................................................................................10-49

Chapter 11: Spare Parts List for Non-Warranty Repairs.....................................................................................11-50

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2015 Carolina Cat 23CC Owners Manual

Chapter 1: CUSTOMER INFORMATION

1.1 OWNER’SPORTFOLIO

To help you enjoy the many features, benefits, and accessories on your new Carolina Cat, we have provided you with

the following materials:

x Carolina Cat Owner’s Manual (model specific)

x Vendor Supplied Manuals for various accessories

x Delivery Checklist

x Warranty Information

We refer to this package as the “Owner’s Portfolio”, and will reference it often throughout this text. The portfolio

contains a wealth of information, including advice on safety, operation, performance, maintenance, and warranty.

Reading and maintaining this information is extremely important, and could be the difference between a positive and

negative experience on the water.

For you convenience, Carolina Cat also provides the NMMA text Sportfish, Cruisers, Yachts Owner’s Manual. It will

be referenced occasionally in your owner’s manual, and provides supplemental information on safety and basic boating

practices.

1.2 WARRANTY INFORMATION

Upon purchasing your new Carolina Cat, the dealer is responsible for completing the warranty card provided by the

factory. The Dealer is responsibility for completing the warranty card and returning a copy to the factory. The Dealer

should provide you with a copy to keep in a secure place so it can be referenced quickly in the event of a warranty

issue. Please read your written warranty.

1.3 DEALER RESPONSIBILITIES

Our dealers are an extension of the factory, and we expect them to provide you with great customer service and help

prepare you for a positive ownership experience. Therefore, we set forth a list of responsibilities for our dealers as

follows:

x Provide courteous service and explanation of the product prior to the sale.

x Provide sea trials, if requested, for potential owners.

x Provide a detailed orientation of your boat’s features and general operation upon delivery, including safety and

performance.

x Explain, complete, and submit all warranty information in a timely manner after the purchase.

x Provide the customer with the “Owner’s Portfolio” and explain the information included therein.

x Provide service after the sale, or help the customer locate a qualified service at home or away.

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1.4 OWNER’SRESPONSIBILITIES

As an owner you should also take an active part in the delivery and safe operation of your new catamaran. Some of

your responsibilities are:

x Study and understand the limited warranty information.

x Read all literature in your “Owner’s Portfolio” and operate the vessel in accordance with those instructions.

x Perform a walk through prior to the final delivery and ensure that the systems are functioning properly.

x Maintain the boat and perform service according to the instructions in this manual, including the 20 hour

inspection for the vessel and engines.

Once your warranty information is processed, Carolina Cat will maintain a record of your boat using the Hull Iden-

tification Number (HIN), which is located on the starboard side of the transom. Information regarding the dealership,

owner, and the factory installed accessories will be recorded to help you should a problem arise. Also, you will receive

a\ Carolina Cat survey to rate your purchasing experience and the initial impression of our company. We ask that you

join our family of owners and let us know your feelings about the purchase and the quality of our product. Please

complete the form when you receive it and fax to 919-882-9357.

1.5 MANUAL LEGEND

Throughout this manual you will encounter signals to alert of important information. Text printed in bold letters and

the warning system shown below is of particular importance. Please review this information prior to reading the

manual.

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this symbol alerts you to hazards or unsafe practices which will cause extensive property damage, severe

personal injury or death if the warning is ignored.

this symbol alerts you to hazards or unsafe practices which can cause extensive property damage, severe

personal injury or death if the warning is ignored.

this symbol alerts you to hazards or unsafe practices which can cause personal injury or property damage

if the warning is ignored.

NOTICE

this symbol is not hazard related. it contains information on installation, operation, or maintenance which

is needed to ensure the proper operation of your boat.

2015 Carolina Cat 23CC Owners Manual

Chapter 2: BOAT INFORMATION

Please fill out the following information and leave in this manual for reference. This information will be important for

our service personnel to provide fast and accurate service. (For service call 866-485-8899 or email

[email protected]. )

Model: HIN:

Purchase date: Delivery date:

Ingition Key #: Door key #:

Make: Model:

Serial # Port: Serial # Sbd:

Propeller Make/Model: Propeller Diameter/Pitch:

Make: Model:

Serial # Port: Serial # Sbd:

Name: Salesman:

Dealer Phone: Service Manager:

BOAT

ENGINES

TRAILER

DEALER

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Chapter 3: BOAT SPECIFICATIONS

3.1 23CC STANDARD BOAT SPECS, FEATURES AND OPTIONS

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