Chris-Craft 32 Launch (RJ) User manual

32 Launch (RJ)
32 Corsair (RK)
Owner’s Manual
Model Year 2014
CHRIS-CRAFT CORPORATION
8161 15TH STREET EAST SARASOTA FL 34243 USA
1-[phone] www.chriscraft.com

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Preface

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Your CHRIS-CRAFT RJ/RK Owner’s Manual has been written to include a number of
safety instructions to assure the safe operation and maintenance of your boat. These
instructions are in the form of WARNING and CAUTION statements. The following
definitions apply:
All instructions given in this book are as seen from the stern looking toward the bow,
with starboard being to your right, and port to your left.
A glossary of boating terms is included in the Appendix.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Your boat uses internal combustion engines and flammable fuel.
Every precaution has been taken by CHRIS-CRAFT to reduce the risks associated
with possible injury and damage from fire or explosion, but your own precaution and
good maintenance procedures are necessary in order to enjoy safe operation of your
boat.
If for any reason you have trouble with your CHRIS-CRAFT Owner’s Manual, or
require replacement pages, please contact our Customer Service department at the
address on the cover page. We will be happy to supply replacement pages at no
charge. This manual has been compiled to help you to operate your boat with
safety and pleasure. It contains details of the boat, the equipment supplied or fitted, its
systems, and information on its operation and maintenance.
Please read it carefully, and familiarize yourself with your CHRIS-CRAFT before
using it.
CAUTION
Hazards or unsafe practices which could result in
minor personal injury, or product and property damage.
WARNING
HAZARDS OR UNSAFE PRACTICES WHICH COULD
RESULT IN SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
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If this is your first boat, or you are changing to a type of boat you are not
familiar with, for your own comfort and safety, please ensure that you
obtain handling and operating experience before assuming command of
the craft. Your dealer or national sailing federation or yacht club will be
pleased to advise you of local sea schools, or competent instructors.
Owner’s manuals for the installed equipment on your boat have also
been provided for your reference. They have been stored in a valise that
is included in your new boat. Please read this information, and also hand
them over to the new owner when you sell the boat.
PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL IN A SECURE
PLACE AND PRESENT IT TO THE NEW
OWNER WHEN YOU SELL THE BOAT.
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NOTICE

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CHAPTER 1 Introduction…………………………………………………………………………...…....
The Owner’s Manual……………………………………………………………………………...…....
What This Manual Covers……………..……………………………………………………………....
General Specifications…………………………………………………………………………………
Performance……………………………………………………………………………...………..……
Engine Performance…………………………………………………………………….……..………
Weight Conversions ……………………………………………………………………………...…...
Design Category………………………………..…………………………………………..……….....
Component Manufacturers………………………….……………………………………..………….
CHAPTER 2 Safety and Operations……………………..……………………...………………...……
Safety Signs and Labels …….………………………………………………………………………...
Index of Warning Placards and Decals …….………………………………………………………..
General Safety Precautions……………………………………………………………….……….….
Boating Courses ……………………………………………………………………………………….
Basic Seamanship……………………………………………………………………….………….….
Meeting Situations.…...…………………………………………………………………………..…….
Visual Obstructions…………………………………………………………………………….……….
Boating Regulations and Requirements…………………………………………………………......
U.S. Coast Guard Boating Safety Hotline………………………………………………….………...
Supplemental Federal, State or Local Regulations………………………………………..……….
Alcohol and Drugs……………………………………………………………………………..……….
Accident Reporting………………………………………………………………………………...…...
Rendering Assistance…………………………………………………………………………..……...
Vessel Maintenance…………………………………………………………………………………....
Load Capacity………………………...………………………………………………………………...
Safety Equipment …………………………………………………………………………………..…..
Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs) ..……………………………………………………………..…..
Types of PFDs ………………………..……………………………………………………………..….
Foam Class PFDs …………………………………………………………………….……………..…
Inflatable Class PFDs ……………………………………………………………………..……….….
Hybrid Class PFDs …………………………………………………………………………………..…
PFD Considerations …………………………………………………………………………………....
Additional Equipment …………………………………………………………………………………..
Visual Distress Signals ………………………………………………………………………………...
Storage ……………………………………………………………………………………………..........
Disposal …………………………………………………………………………………………………
Emergencies ……………………………………………………………………………………………
Medical ……………………………………………………………………………………………….....
Getting Help …………………………………………………………………………………………….
Carbon Monoxide ………………………………………………………………………………….…...
Man Overboard ………………………………………………………………………………….……..
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CHAPTER 3 Systems
Boat Systems…………………………………………………………………………………….…….
Propulsion System…………………………………………………………………………………….
Engines...……………………………………………………………………………………………….
Engine Compartment……………...…………………………………………………………………..
Start The Engines……………………………………………………………………………………...
Stop The Engines……………………………………………………………………………………...
Engine Throttles………………………………………………………………………………………..
Engine Instruments…………………………………………………………………………………….
Console Configuration and Identification (RJ/RK Volvo)………………………………………….
Console Configuration and Identification (RJ/RK Mercruiser)...………………………………….
Battery Switch Panel and Helm Breaker Panel (RJ/RK)…………………………………………..
AC and DC Electrical Outlets (RJ/RK)………………………………………………………………
Bow Thruster (RJ/RK)…………………………………………………………………………………
Windlass………………………………………………………………………………………………...
Electrical System………………………………………………………………………………………
Electrical Safety………………………………………………………………………………………..
Battery System…………………………………………………………………………………………
DC System Troubleshooting………………………………………………………………………….
DC Wiring Color Codes……………………………………………………………………………….
Corsa Exhaust Systems………………………………………………………………………………
Fresh Water System (Potable Water)……………………………………………………………….
Using The Fresh Water System……………………………………………………………………...
Water Tank Sensors…………………………………………………………………………………..
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Fire ……………………………………………………………………………………………….……..
Classes of Fires ……………………………………………………………………………………….
Compliant Fire Extinguishers ………………………………………………………………………..
Required Number of Portable Fire Extinguishers ………………………………………………….
Fire Extinguisher Maintenance and Service ……………………………………………………….
Operation Of The Fireboy Fire Extinguisher ……………………………………………………….
Safety at Sea ……………………………………………………………………………………….….
Mechanical Failures …………………………………………………………………………………..
Shallow Water Dangers ………………………………………………………………………………
Running Aground …………………………………………………………………………...…….…..
Flooding, Sinking, and Capsizing …………………………………………………………...………
Collisions …………………………………………………………………………………………...….
Lighting Precautions ………………………………………………………………………………….
Fueling……..……………………………………………………………………………………………
After Fueling …………………………………………………………………………………………...
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Sanitizing the Fresh Water System…………………………………………...……………………
Troubleshooting Water Systems……………………………………………………………………
Trim Tab Operation…………………………………………………………………………………..
Painting Stainless Steel Trim Tabs and Actuators………………………………………………..
Trim Tab Sacrificial Anodes…………………………………………………………………………
Stray Currents………………………………………………………………………………………...
Low Oil Pressure……………………………………………………………………………………..
Emergency Engine Stop Switches………………………………………………………………….
Engine Remote Control Lever………………………………………………………………………
Fuel Systems………………………………………………………………………………………….
Bilge Pumps…………………………………………………………………………………………..
Underwater Lighting………………………………………………………………………………….
Connecting and Disconnecting Shore Power……………………………………………………..
GFI Outlets—Shore Power and Generator………………………………………………………..
Kohler Generator……………………………………………………………………………………..
Thru-Hull Fittings and Seacocks……………………………………………………………………
Drain Plug……………………………………………………………………………………………..
RK Windshield Walk -Thru Step…………………………………………………………………….
Fireboy Installation, Operation and Troubleshooting……………………………………………..
Sump Pump—RK Models Only……………………………………………………………………..
RJ Marine Sanitation System……………………………………………………………………….
RK Marine Sanitation System……………………………………………………………………….
Optional Holding Tank……………………………………………………………………………….
Zinc Anodes (Mercruiser and Volvo)……………………………………………………………….
Air Conditioning……………………………………………………………………………………….
Engine Hatch Rams………………………………………………………………………………….
Alternating Current Switch Panel Wiring…………………………………………………………..
Rockford Fosgate Stereo System…………………………………………………………………..
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APPENDIX A ….. Warranty Information ……………………………………………………………..
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APPENDIX C ….. Float Plan ……………………………………………………………………………
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APPENDIX D ….. Water Skiing ………………………………………………………………………..
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APPENDIX E ….. Maintenance Log Forms ………………………………………………………….
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APPENDIX F ….. Navigational Aids ……..……………………………………………………………
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APPENDIX G ….. Technical Drawings ……………………………………………………………….
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APPENDIX H ….. Glossary of Nautical Terms …..………………………………………………….
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CHAPTER 4 Storage and Commissioning 4-1
Winter Storage Check List………………………………………………………………………………
Spring Commissioning Check List.…………………………………………………………………….
Cleaning Clear Vinyl Eisenglass Boat Windows……………………………………………………..
Cleaning and Maintenance Of Canvas………………………………………………………………..
Cleaning and Maintenance of Painted Surfaces……………………………………………………..
Maintenance of Gelcoat Finish………………………………………………………………………...
Stainless Steel & Anodized Aluminum Care………………………………………………………….
Teak Maintenance...…………………………………………………………………………………….
Marine Upholstery Maintenance …………………………………………………………………….. .
Winterize Kohler Generator ..…………………………………………………………………………..
Mercruiser Air Activated Single Point Drain System ………………………………………………...
Mercruiser Manual Three Point Drain System ……………………………………………………….
Volvo Catalytic with Joy Stick ……………………………………………………………….…………
Volvo Closed Cooling …………………………………………………………………………………..
Volvo Diesel Winterization ……………………………………………………………………………..
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Figure 1-1 …. Launch General Specifications………………………………………………..…………..
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Figure 1-3 …. Australian Builder’s Plate……………………………………………………..…………….
Figure 1-4 …. NMMA Certification Decal...………………………………………………..………..……..
Figure 1-5 …. CE Certification Plate……...………………………………………………..………..……..
Figure 2-1 ..... Safety Signs & Labels - Danger…………………………………………..………..……...
Figure 2-2 ..… Safety Signs & Labels - Warning………………………………………..………………...
Figure 2-3 ..… Safety Signs & Labels - Caution.………………………………………..………………...
Figure 2-4 ..… Safety Signs & Labels - Notice...………………………………………..…………………..
Figure 2-5 ..… Safety Signs & Labels - Explosions……………………………………..………………….
Figure 2-6 ..… Safety Signs & Labels - Chemical or Hot Water Hazard……………..…………………..
Figure 2-7 ..… Safety Signs & Labels - Eye Protection…………………………………….……………...
Figure 2-8 ..… Safety Signs & Labels - Fire….……………………………………………………………..
Figure 2-9 ..… Safety Signs & Labels - Notice...…………………………………………………………...
Figure 2-10 … Safety Signs & Labels - Poison..…………………………………………………………….
Figure 2-10 … Safety Signs & Labels - Vapors.…………………………………………………………….
Figure 2-11a thru 2-11z … Signs & Labels - All…………………………………………………………….
Figure 2-12 ... Passing Port-to-Port ………………………………………………………………………...
Figure 2-13 ... Passing Starboard to Starboard …………………………………………………………...
Figure 2-14 ... Overtaking …………………………………………………………………………………….
Figure 2-15 ... Fire Boy Engine Room ……………………………………………………………………...
Figure 2-16 ... Fire Boy Helm Station ……………………………………………………………………….
Figure 2-17 ... Fire Boy Electrical System ………………………………………………………………….
Figure 2-18 ... Gasoline Vapors Warning Label …………………………………………………………...
Figure 3-1 ….. Engine Hatch Lift Cylinders.………………………………………………………………..
Figure 3-2 ….. Helm Console (Volvo)……………………………………………………………………….
Figure 3-3 ….. Gauge Panel (Volvo)…………………………………………………….………………….
Figure 3-4 .…. Compass……………………………………………………………………………………..
Figure 3-5 .…. Steering Helm……………………………………………………………………………….
Figure 3-6 ..… Trim Tab Switches………………………………………………………………………….
Figure 3-7 ….. Switch Panel………………………………………………………………………………...
Figure 3-8 .…. Ignition Switches…………………………………………………………………………….
Figure 3-9 ….. Throttle & Shift Control Volvo……………………………………………………………..
Figure 3-10…. Joy Stick Volvo………………………………………………………………………………
Figure 3-11 ... Volvo 4” Display……………………………………………………………………………..
Figure 3-12 … Gauge Panel (Mercruiser)…..……………………………………………………………..
Figure 3-13 … Fireboy Pull Handle…………………………………………………………………………
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Figure 3-14 … Compass……………………………………………………………………………………..
Figure 3-15 … Steering Helm……………………………………………………………………………….
Figure 3-16 … Trim Tabs…………………………………………………………………………………….
Figure 3-17 … Switch Panel…………………………………………………………………………………
Figure 3-18 … Ignition Switches (Mercruiser)…………………………………………………………...
Figure 3-19 … Throttle and Shift Control (Mercruiser)..………………………………………………….
Figure 3-20 … Axius (Mercruiser)…………………………………………………………………………..
Figure 3-21 … Console…………..…………………………………………………………………………..
Figure 3-22 … Helm Switch Panel (11 Switches)…………………………………………………………
Figure 3-23 … Helm Switch Panel (4 Switches)…………………………………………………………..
Figure 3-24 … RK/RJ Helm Breaker Panel………………………………………………………………..
Figure 3-25 … Emergency Hatch Lift Battery Posts………………………………………………………
Figure 3-26 … CRK/RJ Battery Switch Panel……………………………………………………………..
Figure 3-27 … Location of Switch Panel…………………………………………………………………...
Figure 3-28 … DC Outlet Starboard Helm…………………………………………………………………
Figure 3-29 … AC Outlet Starboard Helm…………………………………………………………………
Figure 3-30 … Glove Box Outlets…………………………………………………………………………..
Figure 3-31 … Bow Thruster………………………………………………………………………………...
Figure 3-32 … DC Power Source for the Bow Thruster………………………………………………….
Figure 3-33 … Bow Thruster Joy Stick……………………………………………………………………..
Figure 3-34 … Bow Thruster………………………………………………………………………………...
Figure 3-35 … Lewmar Owner’s Manual…………………………………………………………………..
Figure 3-36 … Windlass Installation………………………………………………………………………..
Figure 3-37 … Anchor Installation…………………………………………………………………………..
Figure 3-38 … Battery Distribution Panel (Front View)…………………………………………………...
Figure 3-39 … Battery Distribution Panel (Rear View)……………………………………………………
Figure 3-40 … Battery Distribution Panel (Location)……………………………………………………...
Figure 3-41 … Port Engine Battery Installation……………………………………………………………
Figure 3-42 … Starboard Engine Battery and House Battery Installation………………………………
Figure 3-43 … Volvo Volt Meter…………………………………………………………………………….
Figure 3-44 … Mercruiser Volt Meter……………………………………………………………………….
Figure 3-45 … Battery Charger……………………………………………………………………………..
Figure 3-46 … Compass……………………………………………………………………………………..
Figure 3-47 … Corsa Exhaust Big Block Mercruiser……………………………………………………...
Figure 3-48 … Corsa Exhaust Small Block Mercruiser…………………………………………………..
Figure 3-49 … Corsa Exhaust Small Block Volvo…………………………………………………………
Figure 3-50 … Corsa Exhaust Small Block Mercruiser…………………………………………………..
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Figure 3-51 … Corsa Exhaust Small Block Volvo………………………………………………………..
Figure 3-52 … Corsa Exhaust Small Block Mercruiser…………………………………………………..
Figure 3-53 … Corsa Exhaust Starboard Exhaust Tip…………………………………………………...
Figure 3-54 … Corsa Exhaust Starboard Exhaust Pipes………………………………………………..
Figure 3-55 … Corsa Exhaust Port Exhaust Pipes……………………………………………………….
Figure 3-56 … Corsa Exhaust Port Exhaust Tip………………………………………………………….
Figure 3-57 … Fresh Water Tank Sensor Panel………………………………………………………….
Figure 3-58 … Fresh Water Tank and Waste Tank………………………………………………………
Figure 3-59 … Fresh Water Tank Sensors………………………………………………………………..
Figure 3-60 … Fresh Water Pump…………………………………………………………………………
Figure 3-61 … Emergency Stop Switches and Lanyards……………………………………………….
Figure 3-62 … Ignition Switches……………………………………………………………………………
Figure 3-63 … Fuel Vent Line Carbon Canister…………………………………………………………..
Figure 3-64 … Engines and Generator Fuel Pickups…………………………………………………….
Figure 3-65 … Fuel and Vent Hoses……………………………………………………………………….
Figure 3-66 … Fuel Tank Fill Deck Plate………………………………………………………………….
Figure 3-67 … High Water Bilge Pump Location………………………………………………………...
Figure 3-68 … Engine Room Bilge Pump Location……………………………………………………...
Figure 3-69 … 1000 GPH Bilge Pumps (2) Each…...………………………………………………..….
Figure 3-70 … Water Pump Float Switches (2) Each…………………………………………………...
Figure 3-71 … Underwater Lighting Diagram……………………………………………………………..
Figure 3-72 … Ocean LED Light…………………………………………………………………………...
Figure 3-73 … Ocean LED Light Terminals………………………………………………..…………….
Figure 3-74 … Underwater Lighting Location……………………………………………………………..
Figure 3-75 … Shore Power Cord Receptacle……………………………………………………………
Figure 3-76 … Shore Power Panel (Front View)………………………………………………………….
Figure 3-77 … Shore Power Panel (Rear View)………………………………………………………….
Figure 3-78 … Shore Power Inlet (Rear View)…………………………………………………………...
Figure 3-79 … Shore Power Inlet (Front View)…………………………………………………………...
Figure 3-80 … Shore Power Inlet (Complete Assembly)……………………………………………
Figure 3-81 … Shore Power Cord (Domestic)…………………………………………………………….
Figure 3-82 … Shore Power Cord (European)……………………………………………………………
Figure 3-83 … GFI Outlet - Starboard Helm Seat Location……………………………………………..
Figure 3-84 … GFI Outlet - Port Head Sink Area……………………………………………………...…
Figure 3-85 … Telephone and Cable TV Inlet…………………………………………………………….
Figure 3-86 … GFI Outlet Description……………………………………………………………………..
Figure 3-87 … Kohler Generator Location………………………………………………………………..
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Figure 3-88 … Kohler Generator Exhaust Elbow………………………………………………………….
Figure 3-89 … Generator Sea Cock and Cooling Water Strainer Location…………………………….
Figure 3-90 … Port Side Thru-Hull Fittings………………………………………………………………...
Figure 3-91 … Starboard Side Thru-Hull Fittings………………………………………………………….
Figure 3-92 … Typical Seacock and Through The Hull Bottom Installation……………………………
Figure 3-93 … RK/RJ Garboard Drain……………………………………………………………………..
Figure 3-94 … RK Walk-Thru Step Location……………………………………………………………...
Figure 3-95 … Fireboy Installation - Engine Room Location…………………………………………….
Figure 3-96 … Fireboy Pull Handle and System Status Indicator….……………………………………
Figure 3-97 … Fireboy Control Box (Front View)………………………………………………………...
Figure 3-98 … Fireboy Control Box (Rear View)………………………………………………………….
Figure 3-99 … Fireboy Status Indicator Panel…………………………………………………………….
Figure 3-100 .. RK Sump Pump Location………………………………………………………………….
Figure 3-101 .. RK Sump Pump Distribution……………………………………………………………….
Figure 3-102 .. RJ Tecma Toilet System.…………..……………………………………………………...
Figure 3-103 .. RK Tecma Toilet System...………………………………………………………………..
Figure 3-104 .. RJ Tecma Toilet Location………………………………………………………………….
Figure 3-105 .. RK Tecma Toilet Location………………………………………………………………...
Figure 3-106 .. Tecma System Installed……………………………………………………………………
Figure 3-107 .. Water Valve Location………………………………………………………………………
Figure 3-108 .. Marine Toilet Control System……………………………………………………………...
Figure 3-109 .. Holding Tank and Pump Out Hoses………………………………………………………
Figure 3-110 .. Hose From Holding Tank To Pump Out Station………………………………………...
Figure 3-111 .. Bottom Thru-Hull Fitting……………………………………………………………………
Figure 3-112 .. Macerator Pump and Shut Off Valve Location………………………………………….
Figure 3-113 .. Overboard Discharge Seacock……………………………………………………………
Figure 3-114 .. Optional Holding Tank……………………………………………………………………..
Figure 3-115 .. Waste Tank Level Indicators………………………………………………………………
Figure 3-116 .. Overall View of Discharge Seacock……………………………………………………...
Figure 3-117 .. Close UP View of Macerator Pump and Shut Off Valve………………………………..
Figure 3-118 .. Transom Zinc Location (Installed W\Generator & Air Conditioning Option)…...……..
Figure 3-119 .. Mercruiser Stern Drive Zinc Anodes……………………………………………………...
Figure 3-120 .. Galvanic Isolator Location…………………………………………………………………
Figure 3-121 .. Volvo Stern Drive Zinc Anodes……………………………………………………………
Figure 3-122 .. Volvo Stern Drive Zinc Anodes…………………………………………………………...
Figure 3-123 .. Trim Tabs with Zinc Anodes……………………………………………………………….
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Figure 3-125 .. Air Conditioning Air Duct Hose…………………………………………………………...
Figure 3-126 .. Air Conditioning Unit Installed…………………………………………………………….
Figure 3-127 .. Air Conditioning Outlet Located In The Sleeper………………………………………..
Figure 3-128.. Air Conditioning Air Duct Hose…………………………………………………………...
Figure 3-129 .. Air Conditioning Unit Installed…………………………………………………………….
Figure 3-130 .. Air Conditioning Cooling Hoses…………………………………………………………..
Figure 3-131 .. Air Conditioning Water Strainer Location………………………………………………..
Figure 3-132 .. Air Conditioner Electrical Wiring Diagram……………………………………………….
Figure 3-133 .. Air Conditioner Elite Display……………………………………………………………...
Figure 3-134 .. Engine Hatch Rams With Support……………………………………………………….
Figure 3-135 .. Poly Pieces (Hatch Ram Guides)………………………………………………………...
Figure 3-136 .. Starboard Hatch Ram Support……………………………………………………………
Figure 3-137 .. Port Hatch Ram Support…………………………………………………………………..
Figure 3-138.. AC (Alternating Current) Electrical Panel (Front View)………………………………...
Figure 3-139 .. VAC (Alternating Current) Electrical……………………………………………………..
Figure 4-1 …. Maintaining Your Gelcoat Finish………………………………………………………….
Figure 4-2 … . 32 Corsair On Plane……………………………………………………………………….
Figure 4-3 … Teak Maintenance - Cockpit Teak………………………………………………………...
Figure 4-4 … Teak Maintenance - Deck Teak…………………………………………………………...
Figure 4-5 … Teak Deck Systems Web Site Address…………………………………………………..
Figure 4-6 … Generator Seacock and Sea Strainer Location………………………………………….
Figure 4-7 ... Generator System Locations……………………………………………………………...
Figure 4-8 ... Generator Muffler Drain Plug Location……………………………………………………
Figure 4-9 … Generator Sea Strainer Drain Plug Location…………………………………………….
Figure 4-10 … Generator Muffler Drain Plug Location…………………………………………………...
Figure 4-11 … Engine Room Layout - Volvo Engines……………………………………………………
Figure 4-12 … Engine Room Layout - Mercruiser Engines……………………………………………...
Figure 4-13 … Mercruiser Heat Exchanger Winterizing Procedure..…………………………………...
Figure 4-14 … Mercruiser Port Drain Plugs ..……………………………………………………………..
Figure 4-15 … Mercruiser Starboard Drain Plug …………………………………………………………
Figure 4-16 …Manual Air Pump Installed………..………………………………………………………..
Figure 4-17 … Manual Air Pump………….………………………………………………………………...
Figure 4-18 … See Owner’s Manual………………………………………………………………………..
Figure 4-19 … Mercruiser Blue Drain Plug Location - Engine Water Pump…………………………...
Figure 4-20 … Mercruiser Fitting For Air Pump…………………………………………………………..
Figure 4-21 … Mercruiser Blue Drain Plug Location……………...……………………………………...
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Figure 4-23 … Volvo Engine Port Side View ……………………………………………………………...
Figure 4-24… Volvo Engine Starboard Side View ……………………………………………………….
Figure 4-25 … Volvo Engine Front View …………………………………………………………………..
Figure 4-26 … Volvo Fresh Water Cooling System ………………………………………………………
Figure 4-27 … Volvo Gasoline Engine Heat Exchanger ………………………………………………...
Figure 4-28… Volvo Gasoline Engine Heat Exchanger Drain Location………………………………..
Figure 4-29 … Volvo Diesel Engine Drain Nipples………………………………………………………..
Figure 4-30… Volvo Diesel Seawater Filter ………………………………………………………………
Figure 4-31… Volvo Diesel Engine Port View …………………………………………………………...
Figure 4-32… Volvo Diesel Engine Port View …………………………………………………………...
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Figure G-1 .… RJ Port Side Thru Hull Fittings…………………………………………………………….
Figure G-2 .… RJ Starboard Side Thru Hull Fittings……………………………………………………...
Figure G-3 …. RK Port Side Thru Hull Fittings…………………………………………………………….
Figure G-4 …. RK Starboard Side Thru Hull Fittings……………………………………………………..
Figure G-5 …. Electrical Steering Volvo Installation……………………………………………………...
Figure G-6 …. Volvo Electronic Vessel Control…………………………………………………………...
Figure G-7 …. Volvo Electronic Vessel Control (Continued)……………….……………………………
Figure G-8 …. Volvo Electronic Vessel Control (Continued)…………….………………………………
Figure G-9 …. Volvo Electronic Vessel Control (Continued)………….…………………………………
Figure G-10 … Volvo Electronic Vessel Control (Continued)………….………………………………...
Figure G-11 … Volvo Propeller Installations……………………………………………………………….
Figure G-12 … Removing Volvo DPS-A Propellers………………………………………………….…...
Figure G-13 … Installing Mercury Propellers……………………………………………………………...
Figure G-14 … Bravo One Propeller Installation..………………………………………………………...
Figure G-15 … Bravo Two Propeller Installation………………………………………………………….
Figure G-16 … Bravo Three Propeller Installation………………………………………………………..
Figure G-17 … ProNautic Battery Charger………………………………………………………………...
Figure G-18 … AC Electrical Panel - Page One - US…………………………………………………….
Figure G-19 … AC Electrical Panel - Page Two - US…………………………………………………….
Figure G-20 ... AC Electrical Panel - Page One - Euro……………………………..…………………….
Figure G-21 … AC Electrical Panel - Page Two - Euro…………………………….…………………….
Figure G-22 … Battery Switch Panel Wiring……………………………………………………………….
Figure G-23 … Gray Water Tank Sensor…………………………………………………………………..
Figure G-24 … Gray Water Tank Monitor…………..……………………………………………………..
Figure G-25 … Water Tank Sensor………………………………………………………………………...
Figure G-26 … Water Tank Monitor………………………………………………………………………..
Figure G-27 … RK Cabin Light Switch Wiring……………………………………………………………..
Figure G-28 … RK Head Switch Wiring……………………………………………………………………
Figure G-29 … RJ/RK Fireboy Shutdown Controller……………………………………………………..
Figure G-30 … Fireboy Installation…………………………………………………………………………
Figure G-31 … Fireboy Shutdown Controller…………….………………………………………………..
Figure G-32 … RJ/RK Windlass Remote Wiring……………………………………………….…………
Figure G-33 … RJ/RK Windlass Helm Switch……………………………………………………………..
Figure G-34 … RJ/RK Rockford Fosgate Amp settings………………………………………………….
Figure G-35 … RJ/RK Rockford Fosgate Amplified Stereo Connector………………………………...
Figure G-36 … RJ/RK Rockford Fosgate Stereo Connector…………………………………………….
Figure G-37 … RJ/RK Docking Lights Switch Panel……………………………………………………...
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Table 1.1 ... General Specifications ………………………………………………………………….…..
Table 1.2 ... Maximum Persons Capacities ……………………………………………………………...
Table 1.3 ... Bridge Clearances …………………………………………………………………………...
Table 1.4 ... Weight Conversions ………………………………………………………………………….
Table 1.5 ... Design Category..…………………………………………………………………………….
Table 1.6 ... Component Manufacturers…………………………………………………………………..
Table 2.1 ... Minimum Required Safety Equipment ……………………………………………………..
Table 2.2 ... Types of PFDs ………………………………………………………………………………..
Table 2.3 ... PFD Minimum Buoyancy Requirements - Foam ………………………………………….
Table 2.4 ... PFD Minimum Buoyancy Requirements - Inflatable ……………………………………..
Table 2.5 ... PFD Minimum Buoyancy Requirements - Hybrid ………………………………………...
Table 2.6 ... Visual Distress Signals ………………………………………………………………………
Table 2.7 ... Class of Fire and Extinguisher Types ……………………………………………………...
Table 2.8 ... Minimum Portable Fire Extinguishers Required …………………………………………..
Table 3.1 ... Switch Identification Icons …………………………………………………………………..
Table 3.2 ... Battery Specifications...………………………………………………………………………
Table 3.3 ... DC System Troubleshooting Chart………………………………………………………….
Table 3.4 ... DC Wiring Color Codes……………………………………………………………………...
Table 3.5 ... Bilge Pump Specifications...…………………………………………………………………
Table 3.6 ... DC System Troubleshooting Chart………………………………………………………….
Table 3.7... Holding Tank Assembly……………………………………………………………………….
Table 3.8... Water Troubleshooting Chart………………………………………………………………...
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Figure G-38 … Replacing Docking Lights………………………………………………………………...
Figure G-39… Starboard Docking Light………………………………………………………………….
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Figure G-40 … Port Docking Light…………………………………………………………………………
Figure G-41 … RJ Generator Harness…………………………………………………………………….
Figure G-42 … RK Generator Harness…………………………………………………….……………...
Figure G-43 … RK Tecma Head Wiring (Part I)…………………………………………………………..
Figure G-44 … RK Tecma Head Wiring (Part II)………………………………………………………….
Figure G-45 … RK Tecma Head Wiring (Part III)…………………………………………………………
Figure G-46 … Cabin Harness Layout…………………………………………………………………….
Figure G-47 … Hull Harness Layout (part I)………………………………………………………………
Figure G-48 … Hull Harness Layout (Part II)……………………………………………………………..
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Introduction
Chapter 1
A Chris-Craft is a blend of the best of classic design, distinctive styling and superb
naval engineering focused on producing truly seaworthy boats. Chris-Craft’s dedication
to craftsmanship and quality totally differentiates its boats from others and represents
the company’s enduring devotion to its proud past. America’s best naval architects,
designers, boat builders and furniture makers are committed to continuous new
product development and technology and maintaining Chris-Craft as America’s only
premium boat brand, thus setting standards beyond perfection.
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American Boat & Yacht Council
613 Third Street, Suite 10
Annapolis, MD 21403
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
https://www.abycinc.org
The Owner’s Manual
This manual is written to meet the recommendations of Technical Information Report T-24, Owner’s
Manuals, published by the American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC) and the International Standard ISO
10240: Small Craft – Owner’s Manual.
In the United States, the American Boat and Yacht Council is a marine industry-based standards
organization that publishes Standards and Recommended Practices for Small Craft. The book is an
extensive collection of construction and design standards for small craft that is used as a guide by boat
builders throughout the world. For more information contact:
This manual is compiled to aid in the operation of the Chris-Craft line of boats in a safe and enjoyable
manner. It contains information on the systems, equipment operation, and general maintenance on each
model of boat. Many of the systems in the Chris-Craft line are similar among the various models, where
differences do occur, they will be pointed out and explained.
This manual provides up-to-date information on various systems at the time this vessel was manufac-
tured. Specifications of engines and other components are all subject to change without notice. The data
contained herein is subservient to the manufacturers’ manuals of the numerous components, installed in
this vessel. If a discrepancy exists between this manual and the component manual, the component man-
ual takes precedence.
This owner’s manual is not a course on boating safety or seamanship. If this is your first craft, or if you are
changing to a type of craft you are not familiar with, for your own comfort and safety, please ensure that
you obtain handling and operating experience before assuming command of the craft.
Always use trained and competent people for maintenance, repair, or modifications. The boat builder
cannot be held responsible for modifications Chris*Craft has not approved.
Any craft, no matter how strong it may be, can be severely damaged if not used properly. This is not
compatible with safe boating. Always adjust the speed and direction of the craft to the sea conditions.
Ensure that the anticipated wind and sea conditions corresponds to the design category of your craft,
and that you and your crew are able to handle the craft in these conditions.
All persons should wear suitable buoyancy aid (life jacket/personal flotation device) when operating your
boat. It is incumbent upon the owner/operator to stay informed of any changes and/or
modifications that affect any component of this vessel and/or the safety of the vessel.
KEEP THIS MANUAL IN A SECURE PLACE, AND HAND IT
OVER TO THE NEW OWNER WHEN YOU SELL THE CRAFT.
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Chris-Craft Boats are proudly manufactured in the United States Of America by the:
Chris-Craft Corporation
8161 15th Street East
Sarasota, FL 34243
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
What This Manual Covers
This Manual covers the following Chris-Craft models:
♦ 32 Launch
♦ 32 Corsair
Each of these models share common components which are discussed in this manual. If significant dif-
ferences occur between models these differences are discussed.
Each model offer various upgrades and options. In most cases the options are discussed in this man-
ual. When you take possession of your Chris-Craft you will receive the appropriate manuals associated
with the options you may have chosen.
As the owner/operator it is your responsibility to familiarize
yourself with the specific characteristics of your boat.
The features and specifications discussed in this manual are subject to change
without notice. Chris-Craft reserves the right to discontinue any model and make
changes, at any time, in colors, equipment, specifications, materials, and prices.
Chris-Craft is not obligated to make, or provide, similar changes to any model
previously sold.
NOTICE
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Table 1.2 Maximum Person Capacities
Model
Table 1.1 General Specifications
32 RJ Corsair
Overall Length 34’ - 3” w/swim plat. 10.4 m
Beam 10’ - 2” 3.1 m
Dry Weight 9950 lbs 4513.2 kg
Deadrise 22 degrees 22 degrees
Draft 23” Drive Up 58 cm
Fuel Capacity 185 gallons 700.3 Liters
Water Capacity 35 gallons 132.4 Liters
Model 32 RJ Launch
U.S. Standard N/A
CE Standard 12
Table 1.3 Bridge Clearances
Model 32 RJ Launch
U.S. Standard 60” 60”
General Specifications
Performance
Performance is based upon the type of options you selected for your Chris-Craft. When you take
possession of your boat you will receive the appropriate books for your boat. As the owner/operator it is
your responsibility to familiarize yourself with the performance specifications and the maintenance
requirements of your engines.
32 RK Corsair
32 RK Corsair
N/A
12
34’ - 3” w/swim plat. 10.4 m
10’ - 2” 3.1 m
9950 lbs 4513.2 kg
22 degrees 22 degrees
23” Drive Up 58 cm
185 gallons 700.3 Liters
35 gallons 132.4 Liters
32 RK Corsair
Engine Performance
Engine performance is based upon the type of engine option you selected for your Chris-Craft. When
you take possession of your boat you receive the appropriate engine books for your boat. As the owner/
operator it is your responsibility to familiarize yourself with the performance specifications and required
maintenance of your engines.
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