Corsair 2200 Foiler User manual

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Owners Manual

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Owners Manual
This manual has been complied to help you to operate your craft with safety and enjoyment. It contains details of
the craft, the equipment supplied or fitted; it's systems, and information on its operation and maintenance. Please
read it carefully and familiarize yourself with the craft before using it.
Suppliers of the more complex components such as engine, electronics, and pumps, supply their own instruction-
al manuals delivered to you when you purchased your boat. These suppliers maintain their own manufacturers war-
ranty and services facilities. It is essential that you fill out each warranty card and mail them to each manufactur-
er informing them that you are a registered owner of their product (s).
This owner's manual does not supersede or change any of their specifications, operations, or maintenance
instructions.
If this is your first craft, or you are changing to a type of craft you are not familiar with, for your own comfort or
safety, please ensure that you obtain handling and operating experience before assuming command of the craft.
Your dealer or local coast guard auxiliary will be pleased to advice you of local safe boating schools or competent
instructors.
PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL IN A SECURE PLACE, AND PASS ON TO THE NEW OWNER WHEN YOU
SELL THE CRAFT.
Owner 1: _____________________________ Owner 2: _____________________________ Owner 3: _________________________________
_________________________________________ _________________________________________ _____________________________________________
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Corsair reserves the right to change, alter, and modify their finished boats, parts, and specifications included in
your Owner's Manual without notice. Optional equipment described in this manual may vary from model to model
and year to year. Please consult with your Corsair Dealer for current information on standard and optional equip-
ment and specifications.
Built By Corsair Marine, Inc.
150 Reed Court, Chula Vista, CA 91911, U.S.A., www.corsairmarine.com, [phone]
Model _______________________________________________________
Hull Number _______________________________________________

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We at Corsair Marine would like to congratulate you
on your purchase of a Corsair Foiler 2200. We believe
the Corsair Foiler 2200 to be one of the most versatile
powerboats. Speed, handling, stability, trailerability
and quality all add up to the best powerboat value pos-
sible. Corsair has gone to great lengths to provide a
high quality boat using the latest in technology.
Corsair and the dealers that represent our boats are
dedicated to helping you, the consumer, whatever your
interest. We are constantly exploring techniques and
gear to make the Corsair Foiler 2200 "state of the art".
Corsair is always eager to hear from the owners of our
boats. If you have questions or suggestions, contact
your dealer or our customer service department.
We hope that this Owner's instruction Manual will pro-
vide an easy reference guide for the use of your corsair
Foiler 2200. Some specifications updates may be pro-
vided in addition to the manual if any changes do
occur.
Thank You For Choosing A Corsair Foiler 2200.
Welcome

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Seller warrants, for a period of one year from the date of
delivery, to the original (first-use) Purchaser, that any part
of the Corsair Foiler 2200 manufactured by Corsair will be
free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of
twelve (12) months from the date of delivery to the first-
use Purchaser under normal use and service. Seller’s sole
obligation under this warranty shall be limited to replac-
ing, correcting or repairing any part manufactured by
Corsair which is determined by Corsair to be defective by
reason of faulty workmanship or material. This warranty
shall not apply to:
1. Equipment not manufactured by Corsair. Any warranty
made by the manufacturer of such items will be given to
the first-use Purchaser, if possible.
2. Problems or defects caused by accident, misuse, neglect,
improper maintenance, storage, cradling or blocking, neg-
ligent or improper operation, normal wear and tear,
improper repair, corrosion, electrolysis, or improper mod-
ification by persons other than Seller’s employees.
3. Any discoloration, crazing or cracking on all exterior
finishes (including paint, gelcoat and anodizing). Only the
best gelcoats and paints are used but they cannot be war-
ranted as they may be affected by climate or other factors
beyond the control of the Seller.
4. Any damage caused by improper trailering or launching.
5. Defects or faulty workmanship caused by persons other
than the manufacturer, a current authorized Dealer, or a
Corsair-approved repair facility, in modifying or in adding
equipment to the Corsair Foiler 2200 or altering equipment
on the Corsair Foiler 2200, whether or not such equipment
was supplied by the manufacturer.
6. Any costs of transportation, hauling, launching, owner
or crew transport, meals or lodging, storage, dockage, loss
of time, loss of income, or similar costs.
7. Boats used for commercial activities, including charter,
except as allowed under the Limited One Year Warranty
above.
8. Any Boat that has been used in a trans-oceanic passage
exceeding two hundred (200) miles from any coast.
Seler further warrants to the first-use Purchaser, for a peri-
od of ten (10) years that the hulls of the Corsair Foiler
2200 shall be free of any structural defects that may cause
structural failure during normal operation. Seller’s obliga-
tion under this warranty shall be limited to replacing, cor-
recting, or repairing any part which, in the judgment of the
seller, by its failure, has impaired the structural integrity of
the Corsair Foiler 2200.
This structural failure warranty shall be voided if seller
should determine that said components have been subject-
ed to any abuse, including but not limited to collision with
other Boats, structures or objects.
Seller further warrants, for a period of ten (10) years, that
the hull and other fiberglass parts manufactured by Corsair
will be free of gelcoat voids and blisters. Seller’s obliga-
tion under this warranty shall be limited to repairing the
void or blister. The blister limited warranty will be voided:
1. If the gelcoat has been subject to impact or abrasion or
has been sanded or sandblasted.
2. If the recommendations for preserving the gelcoat finish
on marina-docked boats set out in the Corsair Foiler 2200
Owner’s Manual are not followed.
Purchaser shall be responsible for returning the Corsair
Foiler 2200, or any defective part, to Seller’s facility, for
any warranty repairs, with all transportation charges paid
by Purchaser. Seller may, at its option, direct the Purchaser
to transport the Corsair Foiler 2200 to an independent
repair facility for any needed replacements, corrections or
repairs.
Purchaser agrees to promptly notify Corsair of any condi-
tion or part which Purchaser believes to be defective with-
in thirty (30) days of discovering the defect.
PURCHASER AND SELLER AGREE THAT THE
FOREGOING WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU
OF ANY AND ALL OTHER RERESENTATIONS, WAR-
RANTIES OR CONDITIONS EXPRESSED OR
IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES
OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABLITY OR FIT-
NESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND IS IN
LIEU OF ANY OBLIGATIONS OR LIABILITIES OF
SELLER TO PURCHASER, WHETHER FOR LOSS OF
USE OF THE CORSAIR FOILER 2200, LOSS OF TIME,
INCONVENIENCE, COMMERCIAL LOSS, OR FOR
DIRECT, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
OR OTHERWISE ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF THE
CORSAIR FOILER 2200. THE PURCHASER SPECIFI-
CALLY ACKNOWLEGES AND AGREES THAT THE
FOREGOING SHALL SURVIVE ANY FUNDAMEN-
TAL BREACH OF THIS AGREEMENT. IN SOME
JURISDICTIONS, THE MANUFACTURER IS PROHIB-
ITED FROM EXCLUDING OR LIMITING IMPLIED
WARRANTIES,. IN THOSE JURISDICTIONS THE
MANUFACTURER EXPRESSLY LIMITS ANY
IMPLIED WARRANTIES TO THE GREATEST
EXTENT AND TO THE SHORTEST DURATION
ALLOWED BY LAW.
WARRANTY
AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

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CHAPTER 1 — GENERAL INFORMATION
Owners Responsibilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#
Warnings Explanations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#
Boat Laws & Regulations . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#
Required Safety Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . .#
Rules of the Road . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#
Weather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#
Boating Accidents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#
CHAPTER 2 — SYSTEMS AND COMPONENTS
HELM
Key & Stop Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#
Throttle and Gear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#
Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#
PROPULSION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#
Engines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#
Propellers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#
Trim . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#
Gauges & Instrumentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Battery Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#
Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#
Switch Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#
Navigation Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#
FUEL SYSTEM
Fuel Filler Plates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#
Fuel Filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#
Fuel Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#
Sending Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#
Fuel Tanks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#
Fueling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#
DRAINAGE
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#
Cockpit Drains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#
Bilge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#
Anchor Locker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#
MISCELLANEOUS SYSTEMS
Live Bait Wells . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#
Fish Boxes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#
Deck Wash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#
Swim Platform . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#
Bottom piant and Electrolosys . . . . . . . . . . .#
CHAPTER 3 — PRE-LAUNCH AND DELIVERY
Trailering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#
Launching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#
Docking and Mooring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#
Loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#
Underway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#
Anchoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#
Foil Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#
Retrieving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#
CHAPTER 4 — WINTERISING AND STORAGE
Hull . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#
Live Bait Wells . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#
Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#
Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#
Recommissioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#
CHAPTER 5 — CARE AND APPEARANCE
Fiberglass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#
Stainless Steel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#
Aluminum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#
Chrome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#
Plexiglass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#
Upholstery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#
Canvas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#
DOCUMENTS AND FORMS
Accident Form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#
Boating Log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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OWNER/OPERATION RESPONSABILITIES
The boat maintenance, boating safety and the safety of
your passengers are YOUR responsibility. You should
fully understand and become familiar with the follow-
ing information.
WARNINGS
THROUGHOUT THIS MANUAL, THE FOLLOW-
ING SIGNAL WORDS AND SYMBOLS ARE USED
TO ALERT YOU TO POTENTIAL HAZARDS.
OBEY ALL MESSAGES AND INSTRUCTIONS.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE MESSAGES AND
INSTRUCTIONS MAY LEAD TO POSSIBLE
INJURY OR DEATH.
DANGER: Immediate hazards which WILL result in
severe personal Injury or death.
WARNING: Hazards or unsafe practices which
COULD result in severe personal Injury or death.
CAUTION: Hazards or unsafe practices which
COULD result in minor Injury or product or property
damage.
NOTICE: information which is Important to proper
Installation or Maintenance but is not hazard related.
A Wide variety of components used on this vessel con-
tain or emit chemicals known to the State of California
to cause cancer and birth defects and other reproduc-
tive 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 areas thoroughly with soap and water after
handling the substances above
California Health & Safety Codes §§ 25249.5 - 13
BOATING LAWS & REGULATIONS
Boat Registration
Federal and state; laws require that every boat
equipped with propulsion machinery of any type must
be registered in the main state of usage. Registration
numbers and validation stickers must be displayed on
the boat according to regulations. The registration cer-
tificate must be carried on board when the boat is in
use.
Trailer Registration
As well as the boat you are also required in most states
to register the boat trailer. For further information con-
tact your local department of motor vehicles (DMV).
Discharge of Oil
The Federal Water Pollution Control Act prohibits the
discharge of oil or oily waste into or upon the naviga-
ble waters of the United States or the waters of the con-
tiguous zone if such discharge causes a film or sheen
upon or a discoloration of the surface of the water or
causes a sludge or emulsion beneath the surface of the
water. Violators are subject to a penalty of $5,000.
Disposal of Plastics & Other Garbage
Plastic refuse dumped in the water can kill fish and
marine wildlife and can foul vessel propellers and
cooling water intakes. Other forms of waterborne
garbage can litter our beaches and make people sick.
U.S Coast Guard regulations completely prohibit the
dumping of plastic refuse or other garbage mixed with
plastic into the water anywhere, and restricts the dump-
ing of other forms of garbage within specified dis-
tances from shore.
THE DISCHARGE OF PLASTIC OR GARBAGE
MIXED WITH PLASTICS ITO ANY WATERS IS
PROHIBITED.
GENERAL INFORMATION

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THE DISCHARGE OF ALL GARBAGE IS PROHIB-
ITED IN THE NAVIGABLE WATERS OF THE
UNITED STATES AND IN ALL OTHER WATERS,
WITHIN THREE NAUTICAL MILES OF THE
NEAREST LAND.
THE DISCHARGE OF DUNNAGE, LINNING, AND
PACKING MATERIALS THAT FLOW IS PROHIB-
ITED WITHIN NAUTICAL MILES FROM THE
NEAREST LAND.
OTHER UNGROUND GARBAGE MAY BE DIS-
CHARGED BEYOND NAUTICAL MILES FROM
THE NEAREST LAND.
OTHER GARBAGE GROUND TO LESS THAN
ONE INCH MAY BE DISCHARGED BEYOND
THREE NAUTICLA MILES OF THE NEAREST
LAND.
A PERSON WHO VIOLATES THE ABOVE
REQUIREMENTS IS LIABLE FOR A CIVIL
PENALTY OF UP TO $25,000. A FINE OF UP TO
$50,000. AND IMPRISONMENT FOR UP TO FIVE
(5) YEARS FOR EACH VIOLATION. REGIONAL
STATE AND LOCAL RESTRICTIONS ON
GARBAGE DISCHARGES ALSO MAY APPLY.
The U.S Coast Guard has issued these regulations to
implement International Convention for the Prevention
of Pollution from Ships, 1973, commonly known as
Annex V of the MARPOL (Marine Pollution) Treaty
73/78. They apply to all U.S vessels wherever they
operate (except waters under the exclusive jurisdiction
of a State) and foreign vessels operating in U.S waters
out to and including the Exclusive Economic Zone
(200 miles).
It is illegal to discharge waste from your marine sani-
tary device into the water in most areas. It is your
responsibility to be aware of and adhere to all local
laws concerning waste discharge. Consult with the
coast guard, local marina, or your Corsair dealer for
additional information.
Drugs and Alcohol
In the best interest of safety, you SHOULD refrain
from the use of Drugs and/or Alcohol while operating
your boat. Operation of motorized vessels while under
the influence is a Federal offense carrying a significant
penalty. The use of Drugs and /or Alcohol will
decrease reaction time, impede judgment, impair
vision, and your ability to safely operate a boat.
Age Restrictions
No person under 16 years of age may operate a motor-
boat of more than 15hp, except for a sailboat that does
not exceed 30 feet in length or a dinghy used directly
between a moored boat and the shore, or between two
moored boats. The law allows persons 12-15 years of
age to operate motorboats of more that 15hp or sail-
boats over 30 feet if supervised on board by a person at
least 18 years of age. A violation of these provisions is
an infraction.
Speed
Speed is limited by law for certain conditions and
areas. The maximum speed for motorboats within 100
feet of a bather (but not a water skier) and within 200
feet of a bathing beach, swimming float, diving plat-
form or life line, passenger landing being used, or land-
ing where boats are tied up is 5mph. A safe speed
should be maintained at all times so that: 1. action can
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within a distance appropriate to the prevailing circum-
stances and conditions.
REQUIRED SAFETY EQUIPMENT
As the owner of the boat, you are responsible for sup-
plying all required safety equipment. Check state and
local regulations and call the U.S Coast Guard Boating
Safety Hotline at 1(800) 368-5647 for information
about required safety equipment. You should also con-
sider supplying additional equipment recommended
for your safety and that of your passengers. Make
yourself aware of its availability and its use. Some
states and local agencies require equipment that is not
required by the U.S Coast Guard. Your local agency or
dealer can provide specific information regarding these
non-standard requirements.
Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs)
United State Coast Guard (USCG) approved wearable
personal flotation devices of type I,II,III or IV must be
on board your boat. The PFDs must be a suitable size
for each person aboard and shall be in serviceable con-
dition and readily accessible.
PDF TYPE I, WEARABLE
This PDF has the greatest requires buoyancy. Its
design allows for turning most unconscious person
in the water from face down position to a vertical
or slightly backward position. Type I is most effec-
tive for all waters, especially offshore when rescue
may be delayed.
PDF TYPE II, WEARABLE
Type II turns it's wearer the same as Type I, but the
turning action is not as pronounced as Type I. The
Type II will not turn as many persons under same
conditions as a Type I.
PDF Type III, WEARABLE
Type III allows the wearers to place themselves in
a vertical or slightly backward position. Type III
has the same buoyancy as a Type II PFD. It has lit-
tle or no turning ability.
PFD TYPE IV, THROWABLE
(REQUIRED IN ADDITION TO THE ABOVE
MENTIONED PFDs) The PFD Type IV can be
thrown to a person in the water, grasped and held
by the user until rescued. The design does not
allow for it to be worn. The most common Type IV
PDFs are a buoy. The throw able Type IV PFD
shall be immediately available for use and in serv-
iceable condition.
Fire Extinguishers
All class 1 (16 to 26 feet) powerboats are required to
carry one [1] B-I type hand portable fire extinguisher.
All hand portable fire extinguishers should be mount-
ed in readily accessible location, and away from the
engine compartment. All persons aboard should know
the location and proper operation of the fire extin-
guisher(s).
If your fire extinguisher has a charge indicator gauge,
or hot weather may have an effect on the gauge read-
ing. Consult the instruction manual supplied with the
fire extinguisher to determine the accuracy of the
gauge.
Visual Distress Signal Devices
Visual Distress Signal Devices are required and may be
of the pyrotechnic or non-pyrotechnic type. The regu-
lation requires all recreational boats when used on
coastal waters, which includes the Great Lakes, territo-
rial seas and those waters directly connected to the
Great Lakes and the territorial seas, up to a point where
the waters are less than two miles wide, and the boats
owned in the United States when operating on the high
seas, to be equipped with visual distress signal devices.
Pyrotechnic and non-pyrotechnic equipment must be
U.S coast Guard approved, in serviceable condition
and stowed in a readily accessible location. Equipment
providing a date for serviceable life must be within the
specified useage as labeled.
Pyrotechnic Equipment
Pyrotechnic U.S Coats Guard approved visual distress
signals and associated equipment include:
> Red flares, hand held or aerial
> Orange smoke, hand held or floating
> Launchers for aerial red meteors or parachute
flares
Non-Pyrotechnic Equipment
> Orange distress flag
> Electric distress light
No single signaling device is flawless under all pur-
poses. Consideration should be given to possessing
various stowage of the equipment is very IMPOR-
TANT if young children are frequently aboard.
Sound Signaling Device
All class 1 (16 to 26 feet) powerboats are required to
cry a hand, mouth or power operated horn or whistle.
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audible at a distance of at least one-half [1/2] mile.
Navigation Lights
Boats operating between sunset and sunrise are
required to display appropriate navigation lights.
Additional Recomended Equipment
The following list (not an exhaustive list) indicates
some additional recommended equipment, which
should be considered for safety enjoyable boating.
TOOLS
> Spark plug wrench
> Screw-drivers
> Pliers
> Adjustable-wrench
> Hammer
> Jack-knife
> Electrician's tape
> Lubricating oil
SPARE PARTS
> Extra bulbs
> Extra fuses
> Shear pin (if used)
> Spare propeller
> Extra prop nut & water
> Spark plugs
> Spare wire
BASIC GEAR
> Anchor and line
> Tow-line
> Mooring lines
> Dock fenders
> First aid kit
> Foul weather gear
> Flashlight
> Oar or paddle
> Compass
> Distress signals
> Boat hook
> Charts or navigation maps
> VHF radio
> Searchlight
> Ring buoy
> Signal mirror
> Sunburn lotion
> Binoculars
RULES OF THE ROAD
Your boat is subject to U.S Coast Guard-enforcement
marine traffic laws known as "Rules of the Road."
There are two sets of rules-the United States Inland
Navigational Rules and the International Rules. The
United States Inland Rules are applicable to all vessels
inside the demarcation lines separating inland and
international waters. The "Rules of the Road" can be
obtained from your local U.S Coast Guard unit or the
United States Coast Guard Headquarters (13000 E.
Street NW, Washington, D.C. 20226) in the publication
titled, "Navigational Rules, International-Inland."
"Aids to Navigation" (U.S. Coast Guard pamphlet
#123) explains the significance of various lights and
buoys. This and other pamphlets, including the
"Boating Safety Training Manual," and "Federal
Requirements for Recreational Boats" are also avail-
able from the U.S. Coast Guard Headquarters.
Because of proposed alternations in buoys and mark-
ers, contact the U.S Coast Guard to stay informed of
impending changes. If you have a ship-to-shore radio,
telephone on board, heed storm warnings and answer
any distress calls.
The spoken word "MAYDAY" is the international sig-
nal of distress. "MAYDAY" should NEVER be used
unless there is present danger, and emergency, and you
are in need of immediate assistance.
General Rules of Seamanship
1. Cross-waves at right angles.
2. When caught in heavy water or squalls, head
your boat either directly into the waves or at a
slight angle. Reduce your speed, but maintain
enough power to maneuver your boat safely.
3. Keep your speed under control. Respect the
rights of boats engaged in fishing, swimming,
water skiing, or diving. Give them a "wide
berth."
4. When meeting a boat head-on, keep to the right
whenever possible.
5. When two boats cross, the boat to the right or
starboard has the right of way.
6. When overtaking or passing, the boat being
passed has the right of way.
Carbon Monoxide and Boating
Carbon Monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless gas by
product of the burning of carbon based fuels like gaso-
line. In high concentrations, CO can be fatal within
minutes. The effects of CO in lower concentrations are
cumulative and can be just as lethal over long periods
of time. Symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning
include: Itchy and watering eyes, flushed appearance,
throbbing temples, inability to think coherently, ring-
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ing in the ears, tightness across the chest, headaches,
drowsiness, nausea, dizziness, fatigue, vomiting, col-
lapse and convulsions. CARBON MONOXIDE POI-
SONING IS OFTENTIMES CONFUSED WITH
SEASICKNESS.
Outboard motors exhaust carbon monoxide, do not
stand or swim near the motor when the engine is idling.
Outboard powered open boats present a lower risk of
exposure to endangerous levels of carbon monoxide
from their own motors because natural ventilation dis-
sipates the majority of the engine exhaust. However,
engine or generator exhaust form other boats docked or
anchored nearby can emit poisonous carbon monoxide
gas and endanger people in the vicinity. Be alert for
exhaust from other boats alongside your boat, and
monitor people around you for symptoms of carbon
monoxide poisoning. If you suspect carbon monoxide
poisoning, evacuate the area and move the victim to
fresh air. Get medical help immediately.
WEATHER
Storms rarely appear without considerable advance
notice. Accurate weather information from meteoro-
logical observation and reporting stations is available.
Weather bureaus are known to have failures in their
predictions or information gathering equipment. There
is no substitute for a strong understanding of what
action to take when the weather takes a turn for the
worst. Many marinas fly weather signals. You should
learn to recognize these signals, and monitor your local
weather forecasts before leaving port.
Storms
The present and forecasted weather conditions are of
primary consideration, but a threat of possible storms
should always be a concern. Observance of the fol-
lowing information will help in your safety afloat if
storms do occur:
>Keep a watch on the horizon for approaching
storm indicators.
>Turn radio "ON". Dial in local weather station
and monitor for forecast.
>The best possible situation is to return to a safe
port if time allows.
>Close and secure all portals and hatches. Stow all
loose gear below deck and tie-down any gear
required to remain on deck.
>Reduce speed as the seas build. Prompt all per-
sons aboard to put on their PDF (personal flota-
tion devices).
>Place a sea anchor out over the bow to maintain
the boat's bow into the seas. If there is no anchor
on board use a canvas bucket or any object that
will offer resistance against the flow of the cur-
rent.
>Radar reflectors (if installed on your boat)
should be 18 inches diagonally and placed 12
feet above waterline.
Fog
Fog is a result of either warm-surface or cold-surface
conditions. You can judge the likelihood of fog forma-
tion by periodically measuring the air temperature and
dew point temperature. If the spread (difference)
between these two temperatures is small you likely will
incur a fog situation. Remember the following guide-
lines:
>As fog sets in take bearings and mark your posi-
tion on the chart while continuing to log your
course and speed.
>Prompt all persons aboard to put on their PDF
(personal flotation devices).
>If equipped with sounding equipment, you
should take soundings and match them with
soundings on your charts.
>Station a person forward on the boat as you look-
out.
>Reduce your speed. From time to time stop
engine and listen for the fog signals.
>Sound the horn or fog bell intermittently to warn
other boaters.
>If there is any doubt in continuing boat move-
ments, anchor. Listen for other fog signals while
continuing to sound the foghorn or bell.
BOATING ACCIDENTS
All boating accidents must be reported to the proper
authorities in the state, which the accident occurred. If
someone dies or disappears as a result of the recre-
ational boating accident, it must be reported immedi-
ately, with a formal report being made within 48 hours.
If there is damage of more than $500, or if the boat is
completely lost, a formal repot must be made within 10
days.
A "Boating Accident Report" form is located in the
back of this manual, and if you need additional infor-
mation you may obtain it by calling the Boating Safety
Hotline, [phone].
If a serious collision occurs you should first check the
condition of all passengers aboard, then inspect your
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boat to determine the extent of damage.
1.If your boat has a ship-to-shore radio, contact
(VHF Channel 16) the U.S. Coast Guard or other
rescue authorities immediately.
2.Prepare to assist the other craft unless your pas-
sengers and/or boat are in danger.
3.If the bow of the other boat penetrated your
boat's hull, prepare to block the opening once the
boats are separated.
4.Shore up the hole with a spare PDF or bunk
cushion from your boat.
5.While blocking the hole, trim weight of the boat
(where hole exist) so that it is out of the water
during repairs.
6.If the extent of damage places your boat in a pos-
sible sinking condition have all persons aboard
put on their PDF (personal flotation devices).
Fire
A fire on board your boat is a serious emergency; you
must work quickly to implement safety procedures. If
a fire occurs, immediately stop the engine.
1.Prompt all persons aboard to put on their PDF
(personal floatation devices).
2.If the fire is small, attempt to put it out with your
fire extinguisher, if fire is in the engine compart-
ment, turn off the engine. Do not open the
engine compartment. This feeds oxygen to the
fire and flashback could occur.
3.If the fire gets out of control, execute a distress
signal, and call for help if equipped with a ship-
to-shore radio.
4.All persons aboard should jump overboard and
swim a safe distance away from the flames.
All persons aboard should know the location and prop-
er operation of the fire extinguishers.
EPIRB or VHF Marine Radio Licensing Information
For information on getting a license for a VHF marine
radio or Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon
(EPIRB), contact the U.S Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) at [phone] for forms, or
(888) CALL-FCC for assistance.
A. Radio Procedures—Marine & Emergency
Distress
SPEAK SLOWLY AND CLEARLY-CALL ON
CHANEL 16:
IF YOU ARE IN DISTRESS (i.e., when threatened by
grave and imminent danger) or are observing another
vessel in distress, transmit the International Distress
Call on Channel 16 "MAYDAY,MAYDAY,MAYDAY
THIS IS (state vessel's name and assigned call letters,
repeat 3 times)".
IF ABOARD AVESSEL IN TROUBLE—-STATE:
1.Who you are (your vessel's call letter and name).
2.Where you are (your vessel's position in lati-
tude/longitude or true bearing and distance in
nautical miles from a widely known
Geographical point: local names known only in
the immediate vicinity are confusing).
3.What is wrong.
4.Kind of assistance desired.
5.Number of persons aboard and the condition of
any injured.
6.Present seaworthiness of your vessel.
7.Description of your vessel-length, type, cabin,
mast, power, color of hull, superstructure, and
trim.
8.Your listening frequency and schedule.
IF OBSERVING ANOYTHER VESSEL IN DIS-
TRESS—GIVE:
1.Your position and, if possible, the bearing and
distance of the vessel in difficulty.
2.Nature of distress.
3.Description of the vessel in distress (see item 7
above).
4.Your intentions, course, and speed, etc.
5.Your radio call sign, name of your vessel, listen-
ing frequency, and schedule.
NOTE: The International sign for an aircraft that wants
to direct a surface craft to a vessel in distress is:
Circling the surface craft, opening and closing the
throttle or changing propeller pitch (noticeable by
change in sound) while crossing ahead of the surface
craft, and proceeding in the direction of the vessel in
distress. If you receive such a signal, you should fol-
low the aircraft. If you cannot do so, try to inform the
aircraft by any available means. If your assistance is no
longer needed, the aircraft will cross your wake, open-
ing and closing the throttle or changing the propeller
pitch. If you are radio equipped, you should attempt to
communicate with the aircraft on Channel 16 when the
aircraft makes the above signals or makes any obvious
attempt to attract your attention. In the event you can-
not communicate by radio, be alert for a message block
dropped from the aircraft.
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GUARD on Channel 16 (The Distress and Calling
Frequency). In this situation you will normally be
shifted to a common working frequency (21, 22, or 23)
allowing the DISTRESS frequency to remain open.
NOTIFY THE COAST GUARD PROMPTLY AS
SOON AS THE EMERGENCY TERMINATES
Radio Checks
Do not use Channel 16 to call the Coast Guard merely
for a radio check. Such use is prohibited by the Federal
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HELM
The helm station is the control center for the boat. The
main control system is the engine throttle and shift
controls and the steering system. These provide the
operator the ability to control speed, direction, boat
trim, and attitude. Each manufacturer provides manu-
als on the operation and use of their systems.
Lanyard Stop Switch
The purpose of this safety device is to stop the engine
when the operator leaves the control station accidental-
ly by falling into the boat or by falling or being ejected
overboard.
The lock plate on the end of the lanyard must be
attached to the engine stop switch for the engine to run.
Securely attach the lanyard to the operator's clothing,
arm or leg. Be careful not to attach the lanyard to
clothing that could easily tear loose or to place it where
it can become entangled. Either situation defeats the
lanyard's purpose.
The lanyard stop switch should not be used as the nor-
mal engine shut off.
Engine Throttle and Shift Controls
Refer to the engine manual supplied with your engine
for specific information on your controls.
There are three major components of the engine throt-
tle and shift controls: handles, throttle cable, and shift
cables. Throttle and shift cables are push-pull and are
connected to the fuel system (carburetor or fuel injec-
tion) and the other to the shift rod linkage. By moving
the handles forward and back, the operator engages the
cables thus controlling the amount of fuel being used
and the gear selector for forward, neutral and reverse.
Careful use of the controls provides smooth, respon-
sive and safe operation.
Do not bring the throttle back abruptly to stop the boat
unless it is an emergency. Allow time for the engine
rpm to come down to idle before shifting to reverse or
sever gearbox damage could occur.
Each manufacturer’s engine controls contain a neutral
safety switch to prevent aaccidental starting with gear
engaged. The adjustment of this device should be done
only by a certified technician. If the engine will not
start in neutral, a slight movement of the control may
be necessary to locate the actual “neutral” position of
the neutral safety switch.
The control is generally in neutral when the lever is 90°
to the control box. Moving the lever 25° forward will
engage forward gear. Moving the lever 25° aft from the
center will engage reverse gear. There is usually a
slight detent at the point where a gear is engaged.
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When shifting from neutral to forward or reverse, the
operator should always perform a brief pause to allow
time for the gearbox to engage in the proper gear at a
minimum rpm. This pause will reduce gear clash and
provide for longer gear life.
Free Accelerator
Set the control lever to neutral (N) and while pushing
the free accelerator button, rotate the control lever. The
throttle can be opened without shifting into any gear.
This free accelerator is used when starting or warming
up the engine.
> The free accelerator button cannot be operated unless
the control lever is in neutral.
> After operating the free accelerator button, set the
control lever to neutral (N), and the free accelerator
button will move automatically to its set position so
that it can be freely turned to forward and reverse.
Each manufacturer's engine controls contain a neutral
safety switch to prevent accidental starting with gear
engaged. The adjustment of this device should be done
only by a certified technician. If the engine will not
start in neutral, a slight movement of the control may
be necessary to locate the actual "neutral" position of
the neutral safety switch.
Steering System
The manual, which comes with your steering system,
will provide specific information on your steering sys-
tem.
The steering system for your Corsair Foiler 2200
(shown above) is a state of the art "no-feedback"
hydraulic steering system. Turning the helm unit con-
trols the movement of a hydraulic cylinder which
moves the engine left or right contrilling the boat’s
direction.
If your corsair Foiler 2200 has twin engines, then a
mechanical link bar system will connect the 2 motors
to operate in unison.
It is important that you get the "feel" of your boat's
steering system. Steering does vary from boat to boat
depending on hull shape, engine type and horsepower,
water and wind condition, and load.
Turn wheel from full left to full right and make certain
the engine or drive unit is turning correctly. The sys-
tem should run freely and smoothly.
PROPULSION
Your new Corsair Foiler 2200 is designed to be pow-
ered by outboard motors.
Do not overpower your boat. Never install an outboard
motor with horsepower exceeding the manufacturer's
recommended maximum (listed on the boat
"Certification Plate"). Excessive horsepower will have
an adverse effect on hull safety and may cause operat-
ing and handling difficulties.
Engine Oil
The choice of engine oil is a major factor affecting
engine performance and life.
Using premium quality four stroke motor oil will
increase the service life of your motor. Use only oils
which are rated SE, SF, SG, SH, or SJ under the API
classification system. The viscosity rating should be
SAE 10W-40. If an SAE 10W-40 motor oil is not
available, select an alternative according to the chart on
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Always follow the manufacturer’s recommendations
and use only the recommended oil types.
In very cold weather (below 5°C (-15°F), use SAE
5W-30 for good starting and smooth operation.
Gear Oil
Use high quality SAE 90 hypoid gear oil.
Gasoline
> If leaded gasoline is used, engine damage may result.
Use only unleaded gasoline.
> Do not use fuel of a lower than recommended octane
or fuel that may be stale or contaminated by dirt/water
etc. Such poor quality fuel will affect performance and
may damage your engine and fuel system.
Break-in Information for your Outboard Motor
The first 10 hours are the most important in the life of
your engine. Proper operation during this break-in
period is essential to help ensure maximum life and
performance. Refer to the BREAK-IN section
Don't attempt to service your outboard or any of its
components unless you are thoroughly familiar with its
operation and dangers. Many of the moving part com-
ponents are exposed and can pose an extreme danger to
anyone unfamiliar with their operation. Always leave
the servicing to a qualified technician.
Each manufacturer provides manuals designed to assist
you in the proper operation and maintenance of your
new engine. Follow their guidance and schedules for
proper operation of your new engine. With a modern
outboard there is little to do as proper maintenance is
performed, in accordance with the manufacture's rec-
ommendation. If the boat is to be kept in saltwater for
an extended period, electrolysis and marine growth can
become a problem. When leaving your boat in salt
water overnight or for an extended period, tilt the
engine as high out of the water as possible. This will
decrease the possibility of marine growth on the out-
side of the engine, as well as reduce the potential of
marine growth compromising the cooling water inlets
in the lower unit, which can cause overheating.
Do not paint your outboard's lower unit with paints
designed for boat hulls. Some can cause severe damage
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