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V2808900 (Rev. 0) 328 Bow Rider
328 Bow Rider
Table of Contents
1. Introduction........................................................................................................ 1-1
2. Model Specific Information............................................................................... 2-1
3. Controls and Indicators .................................................................................... 3-1
4. Basic Systems Operation ................................................................................. 4-1
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300CXi Express Series Section 1
Introduction
Welcome Aboard!! ......................................................... 1-2
Skipper’s Kit ................................................................... 1-2
Owner’s Manual ................................................................. 1-2
Safety................................................................................. 1-3
Safety Symbols .................................................................. 1-3
Owner’s Manuals for Onboard Systems and
Components.................................................................... 1-4
Warranty Information .................................................... 1-5
Dealership Responsibilities................................................. 1-5
Your Responsibilities .......................................................... 1-5
Warranty Service ................................................................ 1-5
Safety Label Location Layout....................................... 1-6
Cockpit................................................................................ 1-6
Interior ................................................................................ 1-8
Engine Hatch .................................................................... 1-10
Fire Extinguisher Location Layout .................................... 1-12
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Section 1
WELCOME ABOARD!!
Welcome to the Cruisers Yachts family of happy boat owners.
We wish to thank you for making our 328 Bow Rider your recreational
choice for boating enjoyment. Extensive design and engineering
research went into the development of the vessel. We feel there is a
beautiful balance between structural integrity and creature comforts.
Your boat was manufactured by trained craftsmen in the tradition of
meeting or exceeding existing safety and quality standards
established by the United States Coast Guard and the National
Marine Manufacturers Association Certification Program.
Cruisers Yachts has been manufacturing boats for over 50 years. We
take pride in our craftsmanship and hull performance. We are
confident you will enjoy the ride. For you, the Cruisers Sport Series
name, our sister company, is your assurance that your boat will hold
its value while providing many years of boating pleasure. We have
made a commitment to this industry and are glad to have you as a
partner.
Congratulations on your choice – let us know if we can be of further
service.
Section 1 contains a description of the Skipper’s Kit and information
about the warranty.
Section 2 contains your boat specifications such as dimensions and
capacities. There are also layout diagrams to introduce you to
floorplans as well as the locations of various components.
Section 3 contains descriptions of all the controls and indicators on
the dash of the helm.
Section 4 contains principles of operation for the major systems
onboard the 328 Bow Rider.
SKIPPER’S KIT
The Skipper’s Kit contains the 328 Bow Rider owner’s manual. Also
included is information about onboard systems and components
furnished by suppliers other than Cruisers Sport Series.
Owner’s Manual
The owner’s manual contains specific information concerning the
operation of the 328 Bow Rider. The descriptions contained within
this manual will introduce you to features of the 328 Bow Rider, and
provide you with a general knowledge of how the equipment works.
This manual is divided into several sections, and each section is
introduced by a table of contents to help you quickly find needed
information.
The Getting Started owner’s manual contains additional general
information concerning operation and the necessary information for
boating safely and care of your boat. The Getting Started manual is
also divided in the same manner as the owner’s manual to help you
quickly find needed information. Become familiar with the material in
each section of both manuals. Always keep both manuals together
and with your boat for future use, and for anyone who may operate
your boat. The following are the topics found in the Getting Started
manual:
INTRODUCTION
BOATING SAFETY
CONTROLS AND INDICATORS
BASIC SYSTEMS OPERATION
GENERAL ACCESSORY ITEMS
GETTING UNDERWAY
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
STORAGE AND EXTENDED LAY-UP
TROUBLESHOOTING
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Safety
In emergency situations, it may be necessary to resort to measures
which are not normally practiced. Always assess the dangers of being
in harm’s way before the protection of equipment.
Keep a sound mind during an emergency and always think safety.
Safety Symbols
The following precautions are used throughout this manual.
The “signal words” of DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION have
specific meaning to alert you to relative level of hazard.
The “signal word” NOTICE alerts you to important operational and
warranty information.
A
This the safety alert symbol. It is used
to alert you to potential physical injury
hazards. Obey all safety messages that
follow this symbol to avoid possible
injury or death.
DANGER
DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE
NOTICE is used to address practices not related to
physical injury.
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Section 1
Owner’s Manuals for Onboard Systems and
Components
Spend some time becoming familiar with all the information contained
in the Skipper’s Kit. Besides containing separate warranty information,
the kit also contains literature which provides important safety
information, operating and maintenance instructions for those
systems and components not manufactured by Cruisers Sport Series.
Depending on the options you chose, the kit may contain some or all
of the following literature:
• Engine
• Hydraulic Steering
• RACOR Fuel Filter/Water Separator
• Electric Stove
• Battery Charger
• Water Heater
• Trim Tabs
• Refrigerator/Freezer
• Generator
• Electric Anchor Windlass
• Air Conditioner/Heater
• Stereo System
• Compass
• Microwave/Convection Oven
• Marine Toilet
• Fire Suppression System
• Carbon Monoxide (CO) Detector
• Refrigerator/Ice Maker
• Television, DVD Player, FM Radio
• Electronic Dash Components
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WARRANTY INFORMATION
Warranties for onboard systems and components furnished by
suppliers other than Cruisers Sport Series are located inside the
Skipper’s Kit. Your Cruisers Sport Series Dealer will go through these
with you. It is your responsibility to fill out any warranty registration
that may be required.
The warranty provided by Cruisers Sport Series is printed on the last
page of this manual. You and the Cruisers Sport Series Dealer have
certain responsibilities to fulfill to keep the warranty in force.
Dealership Responsibilities
1. The dealer will discuss the terms of all warranties and stress the
importance of registering warranties with the appropriate
manufacturers.
2. The dealer will provide instruction for obtaining warranty service.
3. The dealer will go over the predelivery service record with you and
then sign it to certify that all work has been accomplished.
4. The dealer will provide you with thorough instructions in the
operation of your boat and all its systems.
Your Responsibilities
1. Sit down with the dealer and go over all warranties. Fill in the
Cruisers Sport Series Limited Warranty Registration card which is
located inside the Skipper’s Kit. Keep a record of the hull number
for future reference.
2. Inspect the boat at the time of delivery to ensure that all systems
are operating properly.
3. Sit down with the dealer and go over the predelivery service
record. Sign this record to indicate that it has been explained to
you.
4. Operate all equipment per the manufacturer’s instructions.
5. Cruisers Sport Series recommends that you refer to your engine
warranty for initial inspection and service requirements.
6. Perform or provide for the appropriate periodic maintenance
outlined in the owner’s manuals and service guides.
Warranty Service
You are entitled to all the benefits and services set down in the
warranties. If a problem arises with your 328 Bow Rider as a result of
workmanship or materials, contact your Cruisers Sport Series Dealer
as soon as possible. Please have your hull identification number and
necessary model numbers on hand for the items that may need
service or repair. Your hull identification number is located below the
rub rail on the starboard side of the transom.
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Section 1
SAFETY LABEL LOCATION LAYOUT
Cockpit
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MAXIMUM PLATFORM CAPACITY 400 LBS.
ALL WEIGHT MUST BE CENTERED.
CONTINUOUS OVERLOADING WILL CAUSE
PERFORMANCE ISSUES AND/OR STRUCTURAL
DAMAGE TO BOAT.
WARNING
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RANDOM FAILURE OF CITY WATER SYSTEM COULD
RESULT IN EXCESS BILGE ACCUMULATIONS AND
SWAMPING. DO NOT LEAVE CITY WATER
CONNECTED TO AN UNATTENDED BOAT.
WARNING AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
OCCUPANT MAY FALL OR BE EJECTED
FROM SEAT
DO NOT OCCUPY SEAT WHEN UNDERWAY
NO DIVING/JUMPING FROM SUN LOUNGE
WARNING
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TO AVOID POSSIBLE INJURY:
1. DO NOT OPERATE SUN BED WITHOUT
SUPPORT LEGS SECURED IN THE
UP POSITION.
2. DO NOT LAY ON SUN BED WITHOUT
SUPPORT LEGS SECURED IN THE
DOWN POSITION.
WARNING
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FUEL VAPORS CAN EXPLODE RESULTING IN INJURY OR DEATH. BEFORE
STARTING ENGINE OR GENERATOR:
•CHECK ENGINE COMPARTMENT BILGE FOR FUEL OR VAPORS, AND
•OPERATE BLOWER FOR FOUR MINUTES BEFORE/DURING STARTING
ENGINES OR GENERATOR AND BELOW CRUISING SPEED
•VERIFY BLOWER OPERATION
WARNING
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TO PREVENT WATER AND EXHAUST FUMES FROM
ENTERING CABIN, KEEP CABIN DOOR CLOSED WHEN
ENGINES OR GENERATOR IS RUNNING
WARNING
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AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
UNEXPECTED SEAT ROTATION MAY
CAUSE EJECTION OF OCCUPANT
LOCK SWIVEL AND SLIDER WHEN
SPEED EXCEEDS 5 MPH
WARNING
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HDO NOT STAND OR WALK ON THIS AREA
SERIOUS INJURY COULD RESULT
WARNING
WARNING
To minimize shock and fire hazards:
(1) Turn off the boat's shore connection switch before
connection or disconnecting shore cable
(2) Connect shore-power cable at the boat first.
(3) If polarity warning indicator is activated, immediately
disconnect cable and correct polarity.
(4) Disconnect shore-power cable at shore outlet first.
(5) Close shore-power inlet cover tightly.
DO NOT ALTER SHORE-POWER CABLE CONNECTORS
V0505100
Avoid serious injury of death from
spinning propeller or carbon
monoxide.
Do NOT approach back of boat
while engine is running.
Do NOT hang on (teak surf) or
occupy swim platform while engine
is running or boat is underway.
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Avoid serious injury of death from
spinning propeller or carbon
monoxide.
Do NOT approach back of boat
while engine is running.
Do NOT hang on (teak surf) or
occupy swim platform while engine
is running or boat is underway.
Carbon monoxide can cause brain damage or death
Gasoline engines and generators exhaust contains carbon
monoxide.
Do NOT occupy swim platform, transom or aft lounging areas when
engine or generator is running.
Ventilate cockpit and cabin areas with fresh air.
Poisonous exhaust can build up in these locations.
Increased carbon monoxide levels likely occur in the following
situations. All require particular attention.
Signs of carbon monoxide poisoning include nausea, dizziness and
drowsiness.
See owner's manual for more information.
Operating at slow speed or while stopped.
Running with a high bow angle.
Using canvas tops, side curtains and back curtains.
Operating engines or generators in confined spaces or
dockside.
Blocking of hull exhaust outlets
Contributing weather conditions, such as headwinds.
WARNING
VISIBILITY FROM THE SEATED POSITION AT THIS
HELM STATION IS LIMITED.
AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH FROM COLLSIONS.
OPERATION FROM A STANDING POSITION MAY BE
NECESSARY TO MAINTAIN A LOOKOUT AS REQUIRED
BY USCG NAVIGATION RULES.
READ OWNERS MANUAL.
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT HAS FIXED
EXTINGUISHING SYSTEM.
TO AVOID ASPHYXIATION LEAVE AREA
BEFORE DISCHARGE.
AFTER DISCHARGE VENTILATE BEFORE
ENTERING.
WARNING
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TO AVOID INJURY OR DEATH, SECURE CABIN DOOR
WHEN CRUISING.
DO NOT SIT, STAND, OR PLACE OBJECTS ON DOOR
WARNING
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Section 1
Interior
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Section 1
Engine Hatch
AB
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NOTE:
SAFETY LABELS ARE LOCATED ON THE
UNDER SIDE OF ENGINE HATCH AND
ADHERED TO THE FIBERGLASS PART.
NOTE:
SAFETY LABEL IS LOCATED ON THE UNDER
SIDE OF ENGINE HATCH AND ADHERED TO
THE SILVER FOIL.
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Section 1
Fire Extinguisher Location Layout
FIXED
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Section 2
Model Specific Information
Specifications................................................................. 2-2
Deck General Layout ..................................................... 2-3
Deck Hardware Storage................................................. 2-4
Grab Rail Locations....................................................... 2-6
Deck Hardware............................................................... 2-7
Stereo Layout - Deck ..................................................... 2-8
Lights and Outlets - Deck.............................................. 2-9
Lights and Outlets - Cabin and Hull ........................... 2-10
Hardtop Lighting Layout ............................................. 2-11
A/C Layout.................................................................... 2-12
Freshwater Layout....................................................... 2-13
Plumbing Hardware ..................................................... 2-14
Deck Plumbing Hose Layout ...................................... 2-16
Raw Water Hose Layout .............................................. 2-18
Waste Layout - Electric and Centrifuge ..................... 2-20
Grey Water Layout....................................................... 2-21
Engine Room General Layout - Mercruiser............... 2-22
Engine Room General Layout - Volvo Gas ............... 2-23
Diesel Fuel Tank and Fittings..................................... 2-24
Gas Fuel Tank and Fittings......................................... 2-25
Diesel Fuel System Layout ......................................... 2-26
Gas Fuel System Layout............................................. 2-27
Dinette Tables .............................................................. 2-28
Transom Gate .............................................................. 2-28
Cabin Access Door...................................................... 2-28
Transom Seat / Cockpit Sun Lounge......................... 2-29
Bow Deck ..................................................................... 2-29
Cabin Components...................................................... 2-30
Shore Storage Locker ................................................. 2-31
Anchor Storage Locker............................................... 2-32
Lifting and Storing Your Boat .................................... 2-33
Sling Marker Location ................................................. 2-34
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Section 2
SPECIFICATIONS
Measurements (U.S. / Metric)
L.O.A.Including Swim Platform ..................................32'11" / 10.03 m
Hull Length..................................................................32'11" / 10.03 m
Beam ............................................................................10'10" / 3.30 m
Approximate Weight*, Gas Engines..................... 11,340 lbs / 5144 kg
Fuel Capacity**............................................................. 154 gal / 583 L
Water System Capacity** ................................................. 25 gal / 95 L
Holding Tank Capacity** ................................................... 20 gal / 76 L
Cabin Headroom...............................................................6'3" / 1.91 m
Height* - Keel to Top of Windshield ..................................8'2" / 2.49 m
Height* - Keel to Top of Hardtop .....................................10'5" / 3.18 m
Draft*, Drives UP ............................................................. 2'1" / 0.64 m
Draft*, Drives DOWN ....................................................... 3'6" / 1.07 m
Deadrise ............................................................................ 22 Degrees
Bridge Clearance (w/o Hardtop)*......................................6'3" / 1.91 m
Bridge Clearance with Hardtop* .......................................8'9" / 2.67 m
*Weight, bridge clearance and draft subject to change.
** Usable capacity will be less than maximum capacity.
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Model Specific Information
DECK GENERAL LAYOUT
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1.Boarding Ladder
2.Utilities Locker
3.Cockpit Seating
4.Storage Under
5.Passenger Seat
6.Storage Behind Doors
7.Bow Deck Door
8.Trash Can Under
9.Table / Cushion Storage Under
10.Storage Under
11.Anchor Locker
12.Storage Under
13.Cooler Storage Under
14.Cabin Door and Hatch
15.Stand-up Bolster
16.Captain’s Seat
17.Engine Compartment
18.Transom Access Door
19.Aft Sun Lounge
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Model Specific Information
DECK HARDWARE STORAGE (Cont.)
1.Forward Bow Table
2.Aft Cockpit Table
3.Table Leg, 28-1/4" (Aft cockpit table – UP position)
4.Table Leg, 26-1/4" (Forward bow table – UP position)
5.Table Leg, 14-1/4" (Forward bow table – DOWN position for sunpad area)
6.Table Leg Clip
7.60" Folding Light
8.Clip
Purple = optional equipment
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