Four Winds V475 User manual

Table of Contents Owner’s Manual Page 1
PREFACE...........................................................................................................................................................9
SAFETY MESSAGES ......................................................................................................................................10
OPERATION ....................................................................................................................................................16
A - 1 GENERAL .....................................................................................................................................16
A - 2 COMPONENT SYSTEMS .............................................................................................................16
A - 3 SAFETY EQUIPMENT ..................................................................................................................16
A - 4 PASSENGER SAFETY .................................................................................................................16
A - 5 RULES OF THE ROAD .................................................................................................................16
A - 6 LIGHTNING...................................................................................................................................17
A - 7 DRUGS AND ALCOHOL...............................................................................................................17
A - 8 PRE-CRUISE SYSTEM CHECK ...................................................................................................17
A. Before Starting the Engines.....................................................................................................17
B. After Starting the Engine .........................................................................................................18
A - 9 ENGINE OPERATIONAL PROCEDURES ....................................................................................18
A. Before Starting ........................................................................................................................18
B. Starting Procedures ................................................................................................................18
C. Shifting and Control Speed......................................................................................................19
D. Stopping Engine......................................................................................................................20
E. After Stopping Engine .............................................................................................................21
A - 10 GROUNDING AND TOWING ........................................................................................................21
A - 11 BOATING EDUCATION ................................................................................................................21
A. Boating Courses......................................................................................................................21
B. Boating Manuals or Literature .................................................................................................22
C. Charts and Maps.....................................................................................................................22
D. Laws and Regulations.............................................................................................................22
A - 12 BOAT OWNER REGISTRATION ..................................................................................................22
A - 13 ACCIDENT REPORTING..............................................................................................................23
A - 14 DISCHARGE OF OIL ....................................................................................................................23
A - 15 DISPOSAL OF PLASTICS & OTHER GARBAGE .........................................................................23
A - 16 MARPOL TREATY ........................................................................................................................23
BOATING SAFETY ..........................................................................................................................................25
B - 1 GENERAL ..........................................................................................................................................25
A. Required Safety Equipment ....................................................................................................25
B. Personal Flotation Devices (PFD’s).........................................................................................25
C. PFD Types..............................................................................................................................25
D. PFD Pointers ..........................................................................................................................26
E. Fire Extinguisher .....................................................................................................................26
F. Fire Extinguisher System ........................................................................................................27
G. Visual Distress Signal Devices ................................................................................................27
H. Sound Signaling Devices ........................................................................................................27
I. Navigation Lights.....................................................................................................................28
J. Additional Recommended Equipment .....................................................................................28
B - 2 CARBON MONOXIDE........................................................................................................................28
A. Properties and Characteristics of Carbon Monoxide................................................................29
B. What Makes Carbon Monoxide ...............................................................................................29
C. How a Person is Affected by Carbon Monoxide.......................................................................29
D. Effects of Carbon Monoxide ....................................................................................................29
E. Symptoms...............................................................................................................................29
F. Treatment (Evaluate, Ventilate, Evacuate, Investigate, Take Corrective Action)......................30
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G. Inspection.............................................................................................................................. 30
H. Operation .............................................................................................................................. 30
I. Boathouses,SeaWallsandConnedSpaces ...................................................................... 30
J. The Effect of Boats Moored Along Side...................................................................................31
K. Backdrafting (Station Wagon Effect)........................................................................................31
L. Accumulation of Exhaust Gases-Swim Platform......................................................................32
M. DangerousActivity-“TeakSurng”/“Dragging” .......................................................................32
N. Cabin Appliances ....................................................................................................................32
O. Air Conditioning.......................................................................................................................32
P. Ventilation of Accommodation (Occupied) Spaces ..................................................................32
Q. Running of Engines in Idle.......................................................................................................32
R. Altitude and Sea Conditions ....................................................................................................32
S. Portable Generator Sets..........................................................................................................33
T. Maintenance - Engine Performance ........................................................................................33
U. Maintenance - External Conditions..........................................................................................33
V. Maintenance - Exhaust System Integrity .................................................................................33
W. Maintenance - Ventilation Systems ........................................................................................34
X. Maintenance - Bulkhead and Deck Integrity ............................................................................34
Y. Maintenance - Air Conditioning Systems.................................................................................34
Z. Maintenance - Liquid Drains....................................................................................................34
AA. Carbon Monoxide Detection Systems .....................................................................................34
B - 3 SAFE BOATING PRACTICES............................................................................................................35
A. Drugs and Alcohol...................................................................................................................35
B. Safe Operation........................................................................................................................35
C. Passenger Safety....................................................................................................................35
D. Propeller..................................................................................................................................36
E. First Aid...................................................................................................................................36
F. Operation By Minors ...............................................................................................................36
G. “RulesoftheRoad” .................................................................................................................36
H. Voluntary Inspections..............................................................................................................36
I. Safe Boating Courses .............................................................................................................36
J. Anchoring................................................................................................................................36
B - 4 WATER SPORTS...............................................................................................................................38
A. Water Sport Guidelines ...........................................................................................................38
B. WaterSkiing/Wakeboarding/Kneeboarding.............................................................................38
BASIC SEAMANSHIP......................................................................................................................................40
C - 1 GENERAL..........................................................................................................................................40
A. Boating Regulations ..................................................................................................................40
B. Rules of Seamanship ................................................................................................................40
C - 2 NAVIGATIONAL AIDS .......................................................................................................................42
A. International Association of Lighthouse Authorities System B (IALA-B) ...................................42
B. Lateral Markers .......................................................................................................................42
C. Safe Water Markers ................................................................................................................42
D. The Uniform State Waterway Marking System ........................................................................43
E. A Special Sign.........................................................................................................................43
F. Noise.......................................................................................................................................43
C - 3 RECOMMENDED READING .............................................................................................................43
C - 4 CONTACTS .......................................................................................................................................43
C - 5 OWNER’S LOGS AND RECORDS ....................................................................................................44
C - 6 NAVIGATIONAL AIDS CHART ..........................................................................................................44

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WARRANTY AND SERVICE.......................................................................................................................... 45
D - 1 FOUR WINNS WARRANTY POLICY .......................................................................................... 45
D-2 DECK/HULLSTRUCTUREWARRANTY .................................................................................... 45
D - 3 WARRANTY REGISTRATION .................................................................................................... 45
D - 4 TRANSFER OF WARRANTY ..................................................................................................... 45
D - 5 PRE-OWNED UNIT REGISTRATION ......................................................................................... 45
D - 6 INSURANCE COVERAGE .......................................................................................................... 46
D - 7 SERIAL NUMBER RECORD....................................................................................................... 46
D - 8 PRE-DELIVERY SERVICE.......................................................................................................... 46
D - 9 REPLACEMENT PARTS............................................................................................................. 46
D - 10 OWNER’S RESPONSIBILITIES.................................................................................................. 46
D - 11 CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS................................................................................................. 47
D - 12 WINNGEAR................................................................................................................................. 47
  NAME/ADDRESSCHANGEFORM ............................................................................................ 48
WARRANTY REGISTRATION TRANSFER REQUEST .............................................................. 50
ENGINES, DRIVES AND INSTRUMENTATION............................................................................................. 52
E - 1 GENERAL ................................................................................................................................... 52
E - 2 ENGINE EXHAUST..................................................................................................................... 52
A Carbon Monoxide.................................................................................................................. 52
B Carbon Monoxide Monitor ..................................................................................................... 53
E - 3 ENGINES & DRIVE SYSTEM ..................................................................................................... 53
A Engine................................................................................................................................... 53
B. Volvo Penta IPS Drive - Units................................................................................................ 54
E - 4 PROPELLERS ............................................................................................................................ 54
A. Diameter ............................................................................................................................... 54
B. Pitch...................................................................................................................................... 54
C. Prop Slip .............................................................................................................................. 55
E - 5 COOLING SYSTEMS.................................................................................................................. 55
A. Fresh Water Cooling System ................................................................................................ 55
B. Sea Water Cooling System ................................................................................................... 55
E - 6 RUNNING ANGLE & TRIM TABS .................................................................................................56
A. Trim Tabs Control Operation ..................................................................................................56
B. Control Listing ........................................................................................................................57
C. Induce Planning & Controlling Trim Angle ............................................................................. 57
D. Trim Tab Maintenance ......................................................................................................... 58
E - 7 ENGINE INSTRUMENTATION ................................................................................................... 58
A. EVC System Display ............................................................................................................ 58
B. EVC Control Panel ............................................................................................................... 60
C. Engine Hour Meter ............................................................................................................... 61
D. Ignition Switch ...................................................................................................................... 61
E. Alarm System ....................................................................................................................... 61
F. Navigational Equipment ....................................................................................................... 61
G. Instrument Maintenance ....................................................................................................... 63
CONTROL SYSTEMS .................................................................................................................................... 64
F - 1 GENERAL ................................................................................................................................... 64
F - 2 CONTROL OPERATION............................................................................................................. 64
A. General ................................................................................................................................. 64
B. Shifting and Control Speed ................................................................................................... 64
C. Engine Speed Synchronization ............................................................................................ 65

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F - 3 NEUTRAL SAFETY SWITCH........................................................................................................66
F - 4 JOYSTICK CONTROL ................................................................................................................ 66
F - 5 CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE ........................................................................................ 66
STEERING SYSTEMS.................................................................................................................................... 67
G - 1 GENERAL ................................................................................................................................... 67
A. Tilt Steering........................................................................................................................... 67
G - 2 STEERING LOAD ....................................................................................................................... 67
G - 3 PROPELLER TORQUE .............................................................................................................. 68
G - 4 STEERING SYSTEM MAINTENANCE........................................................................................ 68
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS ............................................................................................................................... 69
H - 1 GENERAL ................................................................................................................................... 69
H - 2 CIRCUIT BREAKER PANELS..................................................................................................... 69
H - 3 BATTERY CHARGER ................................................................................................................ 72
H - 4 SYSTEM VOLTAGE ................................................................................................................... 72
H - 5 12 VOLT ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT ........................................................................................ 73
A. Helm Equipment......................................................................................................................73
B. Installation of Additional 12 Volt Equipment ............................................................................75
C. Interior/ExteriorEquipment.....................................................................................................75
H - 6 12 VOLT ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SHUTDOWN PROCEDURES................................................ 77
H-7 240/120(230V50Hz)VOLTELECTRICALSYSTEM .................................................................. 77
H - 8 DOCKSIDE OPERATION ........................................................................................................... 79
A. Shore Power Connections .................................................................................................... 79
B. 120 Volt AC Equipment ........................................................................................................ 80
C. Ground Fault Current Interrupters (GFCI).............................................................................. 81
H - 9 GENERATOR ............................................................................................................................. 82
H - 10 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE ................................................................................... 83
A. Battery Maintenance ............................................................................................................ 83
B. Electrical Wiring Maintenance .............................................................................................. 84
H - 11 STRAY CURRENT CORROSION ............................................................................................... 85
A. General ................................................................................................................................ 85
B. Galvanic Corrosion ............................................................................................................... 85
C. Corrosion Prevention ............................................................................................................ 85
FUEL SYSTEMS ............................................................................................................................................ 86
I - 1 DIESEL FUEL SYSTEMS............................................................................................................ 86
A. System Testing ..................................................................................................................... 86
B. Fuel Fills................................................................................................................................ 87
C. Fuel Vents............................................................................................................................. 87
D. Fuel Pickup ........................................................................................................................... 88
E. Fuel Level ............................................................................................................................. 88
F. Fuel Senders ........................................................................................................................ 88
G. Fuel Filters ............................................................................................................................ 89
H. Use and Maintenance .......................................................................................................... 89
I - 2 FUEL INSTRUCTIONS................................................................................................................ 89
WATER AND WASTE SYSTEMS .................................................................................................................. 93
J - 1 GENERAL ................................................................................................................................... 93
J - 2 PRESSURIZED WATER SYSTEM.............................................................................................. 94

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A. Priming the System ............................................................................................................... 94
B. System Operation ................................................................................................................. 95
C. Water Heating Systems......................................................................................................... 95
D. Using The Forward and Aft Showers .................................................................................... 95
J - 3 GRAY WATER SYSTEM OPTION .............................................................................................. 96
J - 4 SHORE WATER CONNECTION ................................................................................................ 96
J - 5 TRANSOM SHOWER ................................................................................................................ 97
J - 6 BOW WASHDOWN .................................................................................................................... 97
J - 7 WASTE SYSTEM........................................................................................................................ 98
A. Sanitation System ................................................................................................................. 98
B. Head with Overboard Discharge ........................................................................................... 99
C. Dockside Waste Pump Out ................................................................................................ 101
J - 8 SYSTEM MAINTENANCE......................................................................................................... 101
A. Clean Vents and Screens.................................................................................................... 101
B. Winterizing the Water System ............................................................................................. 102
C. Winterizing the Waste System ............................................................................................ 103
VENTILATION AND DRAINAGE SYSTEMS ............................................................................................... 104
K - 1 ENGINE COMPARTMENT VENTILATION................................................................................ 104
A. Natural Ventilation System .................................................................................................. 104
B. Forced Air Ventilation .......................................................................................................... 104
C. Engine Ventilation System Maintenance ............................................................................. 104
K - 2 CABIN AND COCKPIT VENTILATION...................................................................................... 104
K - 3 HULL DRAINAGE SYSTEM ..................................................................................................... 106
A. Transom Drain ................................................................................................................... 106
B. Bilge Pumps ....................................................................................................................... 106
C. Sump ................................................................................................................................. 106
D. Bilge Compartment Drainage .............................................................................................. 106
E. Cockpit Drainage ................................................................................................................ 107
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT............................................................................................................................... 108
L - 1 GALLEY EQUIPMENT .............................................................................................................. 108
A. Electric Stove ...................................................................................................................... 108
B. Galley Sink.......................................................................................................................... 108
C. Microwave Oven ................................................................................................................. 108
D. GalleyRefrigerator/Freezer ................................................................................................ 108
L - 2 COCKPIT REFRESHMENT CENTER....................................................................................... 109
L - 3 COCKPIT STORAGE ................................................................................................................ 110
L - 4 ENTERTAINMENT......................................................................................................................110
A. Stereo System - Helm and Transom .....................................................................................110
B. Bose Lifestyle® 35 System ...................................................................................................111
C. Flatscreen Televisions with Remotes ....................................................................................112
D. Cockpit TV Options ...............................................................................................................113
E. Satellite TV System Option....................................................................................................113
L - 5 CENTRAL VACUUM ..................................................................................................................114
L-6 WASHER/DRYEROPTION........................................................................................................114
L - 7 AIR CONDITIONING ..................................................................................................................114
L - 8 CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS .........................................................................................116

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EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT ...............................................................................................................................119
M - 1 RAILS & DECK HARDWARE .................................................................................................... 119
M - 2 TRANSOM DOOR..................................................................................................................... 119
M - 3 COMPANIONWAY DOOR......................................................................................................... 120
M - 4 WINDOWS ............................................................................................................................... 120
A. Windshield ......................................................................................................................... 120
B. Cabin/CockpitWindows ..................................................................................................... 121
M - 5 FOREDECK HATCH ................................................................................................................. 121
M - 6 EXTENDED SWIM PLATFORM................................................................................................ 122
M - 7 SWIM PLATFORM LIFT OPTION ............................................................................................. 123
M - 8 TRANSOM STORAGE LOCKER .............................................................................................. 123
M - 9 ELECTRIC GRILL .................................................................................................................... 123
M - 10 TRANSOM TABLE OPTION ..................................................................................................... 123
M - 11 BOW PLATFORM ..................................................................................................................... 124
M - 12 WINDLASS................................................................................................................................ 124
M - 13 SEARCH LIGHT........................................................................................................................ 125
M - 14 UNDERWATER LIGHTING OPTION ........................................................................................ 125
M - 15 HARD TOP................................................................................................................................ 125
M - 16 ENGINE HATCH WITH ELECTRIC LIFT................................................................................... 125
M - 17 FLAG POLE AND HOLDER OPTION........................................................................................ 126
UPHOLSTERY ...............................................................................................................................................127
N - 1 INTERIOR FURNISHINGS..........................................................................................................127
A. Couch and Dinette Table.......................................................................................................127
B. Master Stateroom................................................................................................................ 127
C. Mid Cabin Stateroom ............................................................................................................128
N - 2 EXTERIOR FURNISHINGS.........................................................................................................129
A. Helm Seat .............................................................................................................................129
B. Stern Seat.............................................................................................................................130
C. Cockpit Table ........................................................................................................................130
D. Port Lounge ..........................................................................................................................131
E. Deck Sunpads.......................................................................................................................132
N - 3 INTERIOR UPHOLSTERY CARE ...............................................................................................132
A. CleaningInteriorFabric/Upholstery .......................................................................................132
B. Interior Carpets .....................................................................................................................133
C. Privacy Curtains ....................................................................................................................133
N - 4 EXTERIOR UPHOLSTERY CARE ..............................................................................................133
A. Cleaning Vinyl .......................................................................................................................133
B. Exterior Carpets ....................................................................................................................135
C. Cleaning and Maintenance....................................................................................................135
D. Stain Removal Testing ..........................................................................................................135
E. Stain Removal Procedures....................................................................................................136
N - 5 REPLACEMENT UPHOLSTERY ................................................................................................136
WEATHER COVERS......................................................................................................................................137
O - 1 GENERAL INFORMATION .........................................................................................................137
O - 2 GENERAL CANVAS INSTALLATION GUIDE LINES ..................................................................137
O - 3 CANVAS INSTALLATION ...........................................................................................................138
O - 4 USE OF WEATHER COVERS AND CARBON MONOXIDE .......................................................140
O - 5 WINTER STORAGE....................................................................................................................141
O - 6 MAINTENANCE ..........................................................................................................................141

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FIBERGLASS AND HULL..............................................................................................................................142
P - 1 HULL DESIGN INFORMATION...................................................................................................142
P - 2 FIBERGLASS CONSTRUCTION ................................................................................................142
P - 3 EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION.....................................................................................................142
P - 4 FIBERGLASS CARE & MAINTENANCE.....................................................................................142
A. General Maintenance............................................................................................................142
B. Weathering Effects on Gel Coat ............................................................................................143
C. Stains....................................................................................................................................144
P - 5 FIBERGLASS REPAIRS .............................................................................................................144
A. Scratches .............................................................................................................................144
B. Gouges & Cracks..................................................................................................................145
C. Osmotic Blistering ................................................................................................................145
P - 6 ANTI-FOULING PAINT................................................................................................................146
P - 7 HULL SUPPORT.........................................................................................................................146
WOODWORK AND COMPOSITES................................................................................................................148
Q - 1 HIGH-PRESSURE LAMINATE CARE ........................................................................................148
Q - 2 REAL WOOD TRIM.....................................................................................................................148
Q - 3 STAR BOARD .............................................................................................................................148
Q - 4 LAMINATED FIBERGLASS.........................................................................................................148
Q - 5 TEAK...........................................................................................................................................148
Q - 6 SOLID SURFACE MATERIAL.....................................................................................................149
Q - 7 ACRYLIC PLASTIC - (PLEXIGLASS)..........................................................................................150
Q - 8 FLEXITEEK .................................................................................................................................151
GENERAL MAINTENANCE ...........................................................................................................................152
R - 1 WINTERIZATION ........................................................................................................................152
A. Prior to Lifting for Winter Lay up ............................................................................................152
B. After Lifting............................................................................................................................152
C. Prior to Winter Storage..........................................................................................................153
R - 2 GENERAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ....................................................................................154
PRE-LAUNCH AND UNDERWAY..................................................................................................................157
S - 1 LAUNCH & CRUISE CHECKLIST ...............................................................................................157
S - 2 FUELING.....................................................................................................................................158
A. Recommendations ................................................................................................................158
B. Preliminary Guidelines ..........................................................................................................158
C. Pumping Fuel........................................................................................................................158
D. After Fueling..........................................................................................................................158
S - 3 LOADING PASSENGERS & GEAR ............................................................................................159
S - 4 STARTING PROCEDURES ........................................................................................................159
A. Preliminary Checks ...............................................................................................................159
B. Starting..................................................................................................................................159
S - 5 MANEUVERING..........................................................................................................................160
A. Leaving the Dock ..................................................................................................................160
B. Stopping................................................................................................................................160
S - 6 ACCELERATION.........................................................................................................................161
S - 7 TRIMMING YOUR BOAT ............................................................................................................161
S - 8 NAVIGATION LIGHTS.................................................................................................................162
S - 9 HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS.......................................................................................................162

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A. Storms ..................................................................................................................................162
B. Fog........................................................................................................................................163
C. Running Aground ..................................................................................................................163
D. Warning Markers...................................................................................................................164
S - 10 REACTING TO EMERGENCIES.................................................................................................164
A. Flooding ................................................................................................................................164
B. Capsizing and Man Overboard..............................................................................................164
C. Capsizing ..............................................................................................................................164
D. Man Overboard .....................................................................................................................164
E. Collision ................................................................................................................................164
F. Fire........................................................................................................................................165
G. Medical Emergency...............................................................................................................165
H. Propulsion Failure .................................................................................................................165
I. Control Failure.......................................................................................................................165
J. Steering Failure.....................................................................................................................166
K. Additional Underway Information...........................................................................................166
S - 11 RETURNING TO SHORE............................................................................................................166
A. Docking.................................................................................................................................166
B. Mooring.................................................................................................................................167
GLOSSARY....................................................................................................................................................169
FLOAT PLAN .................................................................................................................................................176
FUEL LOG......................................................................................................................................................177
SERVICE LOG ...............................................................................................................................................180
SERVICE INFORMATION ..............................................................................................................................183
V475 LOCATOR DRAWING ..........................................................................................................................184

Owner’s Manual Page 9Preface
Congratulations on your new boat purchase and welcome to our boating family!
We want your boating experience to be the most enjoyable possible. The more you know about your new boat,
the more you’ll enjoy the time you spend aboard. That’s why we prepared this manual. It’s your guide for safe
operation as well as understanding your boat’s systems and equipment. It has been written for the beginning
boaterbutexperiencedboaterswillndhelpfulinformationaswell.Besuretoreadthecontentsthoroughly.
This manual will acquaint you with the use and maintenance of your new Four Winns boat. This manual also
provides special information critical to the safety of the passengers, and longevity of the equipment. The infor-
mation on the following page lists the graphics used to increase the visibility of these important messages.
Alsoincludedinyourowner’spacketisthe“BoatingBasics,AGuidetoResponsibleBoating”.Thisguide
covers boating basics and should be read along with your Four Winns owner’s manual before operating your
boat. Review this information completely before using your new boat.
FourWinnscontinuallystrivestoimproveitsproducts.Unitspecications,includingstandardandoptional
equipmentareconstantlybeingmodied.Equipment availability is also subject to change without notice.
The most current and accurate information available at the time of publication is included in this manu-
al. Some variation in material, equipment, description, location, and details can result. Please refer to
our website for further updated information and possible revisions to this manual.
The information in this manual focuses upon the equipment designed and manufactured by Four Winns on
specicmodels.Whenappropriate,pleaseutilizetheinformationpertinenttoyourspecicboatmodel.
Equipment such as engines, and other accessories are manufactured by others. The information provided
in this manual is intended to be used in conjunction with the information provided by the manufacturers
of this equipment. All information available at the time of manufacture has been included with your owner’s
packet. In many cases, replacement of manufacturer’s literature may be obtained via their respective websites.
Read this entire manual carefully before operating your new boat. Many instructions may require direct
performance of the activity to fully understand the correct method. If you choose to read this manual at home,
remember to take it to the boat with you.
Your Four Winns dealer knows your boat best and is committed to your complete satisfaction. Return to the
dealerforserviceorotherassistance.IfyounditnecessarytocontactFourWinnsdirectly,pleasereferto
thecontactinformationlistedbelow.Besuretoincludetheboatmodel,hullidenticationnumber,yourdaytime
telephonenumber,andspecicsoftheinformationdesired.
Thismanualhasbeenspecicallydevelopedforthe V475 model. Please record the model and hull
identicationnumberinformationbelow.
Model  HullIdenticationNumber
This manual should be considered part of the boat. Should you sell the boat, pass this manual on to the new
owner. Take special care of this manual. Certain information in this manual may not be available in a replace-
ment manual. An electronic version of this manual may be viewed on our website at www.fourwinns.com.
Thank you for joining the Four Winns family. We appreciate your purchase and welcome the opportunity to
demonstrate our commitment to you.
Four Winns Customer Service Department
925 Frisbie Street
Cadillac, Michigan 49601
231 775-1343 (Phone) 231 779-2345 (Fax)
E-Mail Address: [email protected] ©FOUR WINNS LLC 2010. All Rights Reserved.
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Owner’s Manual Page 10Preface
The popularity of boating and other water sports has grown tremendously in the past few years. Because of this,
safety is an important issue for everyone who shares our waterways.
Remember that along with the freedom and exhilaration of boating comes the responsibility that you have for the
safetyofyourpassengersandtheotherboaterswhosharethewaterwithyou.Throughoutthismanual,specic
precautions and symbols identify safety-related information. Be sure to pay close attention to them.
IMPORTANT HEALTH AND SAFETY INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR NEW BOAT
NOTICE
Boxes that are gray require your special attention. Notice boxes include helpful boating practices and law
reminders.
This symbol means “pay attention!” Here is important information for your safety. If you don’t follow these
instructions, you can damage your boat, hurt yourself or someone else or, even worse, have a fatal accident.
This symbol and signal word indicate a potentially hazardous situation. If you ignore this safety message,
property damage or minor or moderate personal injury MAY or CAN result.
This symbol and signal word indicate a potential hazard. If you ignore this safety message, serious injury
or death CAN result.
This symbol and signal word indicates an immediate hazard. If you ignore this safety message, serious
personal injury or death WILL result.
Theprecautionsinthismanualcannotanddonotcovereveryboatingsituation.Ifaspecicmethodor
procedure is not recommended, you must make sure that what you do is safe for you and others. Always
use common sense when boating! Remember to make sure that every safe boating excursion is a happy
experience.
IMPORTANT HEALTH AND SAFETY INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR NEW BOAT
Safety Messages

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We’d also like to remind you to be kind to our environment while you’re boating. Don’t throw garbage and other
refuse overboard. Do your best to keep harmful compounds like gasoline, oil and antifreeze out of the water.
Pleaseseethenoticationsbelow:
DISCHARGE OF OIL PROHIBITED
THE FEDERAL WATER POLLUTION CONTROL ACT PROHIBITS THE DISCHARGE OF OIL OR
OILY WASTE INTO OR UPON THE NAVIGABLE WATERS OF THE UNITED STATES, OR THE
WATERS OF THE CONTIGUOUS ZONE, OR WHICH MAY EFFECT NATURAL RESOURCES
BELONGING TO, APPERTAINING TO, OR UNDER THE EXCLUSIVE MANAGEMENT AUTHOR-
ITY OF THE UNITED STATES, IF SUCH DISCHARGE CAUSES A FILM OR DISCOLORATION
OF THE SURFACE OF THE WATER OR CAUSES A SLUDGE OR EMULSION BENEATH THE
SURFACE OF THE WATER. VIOLATORS ARE SUBJECT TO SUBSTANTIAL CIVIL PENALTIES
AND/OR CRIMINAL SANCTIONS INCLUDING FINES AND IMPRISONMENT.
Oil Discharge Plate - (Specic Models Only - Location Not Shown)
Trash Overboard Decal - (Specic Models Only - Location Not Shown)
This manual has been compiled to help you operate your boat with safety and pleasure. It contains the
details of the boat, the equipment supplied or tted, its systems, and information on its operation and
maintenance. Please read it carefully and familiarize yourself with the boat before using it.
If this is your rst boat, or if 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 boat. Your dealer or national sailing federation or yacht club will be pleased to advise you
of local sea schools and competent instructors.
PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL IN A SECURE PLACE, AND HAND IT OVER TO THE NEW OWNER
WHEN YOU SELL THE BOAT.

Owner’s Manual Page 12Preface
LABEL LOCATIONS
Various warning labels are placed at different locations on each model for your safety. Additional warnings for
fuel leakage, blower operation, and other important information will be imprinted or located on the dash. Many of
these stickers and labels are not required by the US Coast Guard but are important to ensure the safe operation
of your Four Winns®boat.Inaddition,theHullIdenticationNumberplateispermanentlyattachedbelowthe
deck-hull joint at the stern on the starboard side.
Below are letters corresponding to the various locations for each item on the drawings. See the following pages
of this section for the actual wording of each of the various warning labels found on your boat.
(A) HullIdenticationNumberPlate (G) Transom Door Prevent Falls Overboard Label
(B) NMMAYachtCerticationPlate (H) Leaking Fuel Warning Label
(C) Helm Boarding Ladder Warning (I) CO - Cabin Door
(D) CO - Helm Warning Label (J) Trash Overboard Discharge Decal
(E) CO - Transom Warning Label (K) CO - Cabin Warning Labe’
(F) Rotating Prop Boarding Ladder (Port & Stbd Typical) (L) Shore Power Inlet Warning Label
DC
A
GH
J K L
I
Figure 1: Warning Labels and Other Label Locations - Reference Only
(Locations may vary)
FE
B
Salon
Stateroom

Owner’s Manual Page 13Preface
YACHT CERTIFICATION & WARNING LABELS
NMMA Yacht Certication Plate
Canadian Conformity Label
EU Builders Plate - CE Certication Plate (Export)
Winning Edge Sticker NMMA Certied Sticker

Owner’s Manual Page 14Preface
No Ventilation - Do Not Store Fuel Warning Label
Shore Power Inlet Warning Label
Ensure slings are in proper location as indicated by the sling label location. Failure to do so may result in
permanent hull structure damage and will invalidate the hull structure warranty.
SLING
Carbon Monoxide - Canvas Warning Label
Carbon Monoxide - Cabin Doors Warning Label
Microwave Caution Label
SLING

Owner’s Manual Page 15Preface
Leaking Fuel Warning LabelRotating Propeller - Ladder Warning Label
Gasoline Vapor-Blower Warning Label
CO Swim Platform and
Lounging Area Warning Label Ski Tow Warning Label
Transom/Side Door Warning Label
Rotating Propeller - Helm Warning Label
CO-Cabin Warning Label
CO-Helm Warning Label

Owner’s Manual Page 16Operation - Section A
A - 1 GENERAL
Before starting the boat, become familiar with all of
the various systems and related operations. Be sure
all necessary safety equipment is on-board. Know the
“RulesoftheRoad”.Haveanexperiencedoperator
brief you on the general operation of your new boat.
Performa“pre-cruisesystemscheck”.Thismanual
is a part of your boat’s equipment. Always keep it
on board.
A - 2 COMPONENT SYSTEMS
Before you can really enjoy your boat, a thorough
understanding of its systems and their operation
is essential. This manual and the associated manu-
facturers information are included in the owner’s
packet. This information is provided to enhance
your knowledge of the boat. Read this information
carefully.
After becoming familiar with the boat and its systems,
reread this manual and other material provided in the
owner’s packet. Maintenance and service tips are
included to help keep the boat in like-new condition.
A - 3 SAFETY EQUIPMENT
Besides the equipment installed on the boat by
Four Winns certain other equipment is required
for passenger safety. A booklet listing the Federal
equipment requirements is included in the owner’s
packet or is available through your local US Coast
Guard Station. Remember that these laws are for
your protection and are minimum requirements.
Check your local and state regulations, also.
More information on safety equipment is provided
in Section B.
Items like a sea anchor, working anchor, extra dock
lines,arepistol,alinepermanentlysecuredtoyour
ring buoy, etc. could at some time save your passen-
gers lives, or save your boat from damage.
The Coast Guard Auxiliary offers a “Courtesy
Examination.”Thisinspectionwillconrmtheboatis
equipped with all of the necessary safety equipment.
A - 4 PASSENGER SAFETY
You are responsible for the safety of your passengers
as well as for their behavior while aboard. Make sure:
1. Each passenger is properly instructed in Personal
Flotation Device (PFD) use and keeps one within
reach in case of emergency. All non-swimmers
and children should wear a PFD at all times when
underway.
2. Passengers do not sit on gunwales, open decks,
elevated pedestal seats or on seat backs when
the boat is underway. This could cause them to
be thrown overboard during a sudden maneuver.
3. At least one other person knows how to operate
the boat in case of an emergency.
A - 5 “RULES OF THE ROAD”
As in driving an automobile, there are a few rules that
must be known if safe boating operation is to be
maintained. The Coast Guard, Coast Guard Auxiliary,
Department of Natural Resources or your local boat
club sponsor courses in boat handling, including “rules
oftheroad”.Suchcoursesarestronglyrecommend-
ed. Books on this subject are also available from local
libraries.
A - 6 LIGHTNING
When boating, it is important to be aware of the
weather around you. When the weather changes for
the worse, DO NOT jeopardize your safety by trying to
“rideoutthestorm”.Ifpossible,returntosafeharbor
and dock your vessel immediately.
If caught in a storm, seek shelter inside the cabin
and wait for the storm to pass. With certain models,
campers will provide some protection, but should
not be relied on if you are able to return to shore.
Exercise care when high winds are present!
NOTICE
Four Winns boats are not equipped with
a lightning protection system.
Operation

Owner’s Manual Page 17Operation - Section A
DO NOT swim or dangle legs or arms into
the water during a lightning storm. Stay out
of the water!
Lightning will seek a ground when it strikes. Avoid
contact with metal parts such as bow rails, control
handle, or windshield.
A - 7 DRUGS AND ALCOHOL
Please keep in mind that along with the fun of boating
comes responsibility. As the owner or operator of a
pleasure boat, you are obligated (morally and legally)
to use good judgement while underway in providing
for the safety and well-being of your passengers and
other boaters around you.
Acommonandagrantviolationofgoodjudgement
and the law by boaters involves the use of alcohol or
drugs. Each year, about half of all accidents involving
fatalities involve the use of alcohol or drugs.
It is a federal offense to operate a boat while intoxi-
cated. Criminal penalties may include the termination
of operating privileges for up to one year. Many states
have passed similar laws.
Alcohol or drugs have an inhibiting effect on the
judgement and reaction time of the boat operator
andhis/herpassengers.Heedtheadviceofexperts
and statisticians...DO NOT drink or use drugs when
operating a boat. NEVER allow an obviously
intoxicated person to take the helm.
Have fun in your Four Winns®boat, but also have
the good sense to be mentally alert and physically
capable of operating the boat in a safe manner.
A - 8 PRE-CRUISE SYSTEMS CHECK
Before leaving the dock, the following items should
be checked:
A. Before Starting The Engine
1. Check the weather forecast. Determine if the
cruise planned can be made safely.
2. Be sure all necessary safety equipment is on
board and operative. This includes items such
as the running lights, horn, spotlight, life saving
devices, etc.
3. Conduct an engine and engine room general
inspection. Check the bilge water level and bilge
pump operation. Check the engine oil level,
coolant level and drive-unit oil level. Look for other
signs of potential problems such as leaks and
conduct function checks. Check for the scent of
fuel fumes.
4. Activate the Bilge Blower. Check the blower
output.
Fuel vapors can explode resulting in injury or
death. Before starting the engine, check
engine compartment bilge for fuel or vapors.
Operate blower for four minutes, and verify
blower operation. ALWAYS run the blower
when the vessel is operating below cruising
speed.
5. Ensure an adequate amount of fuel is on board.
6. Besureyouhavesufcientwaterandother
provisions on board for the cruise planned.
7. Leave a written message listing details of the
planned cruise with a close friend ashore.
B. After Starting The Engine
1. Visibly check the engine to be sure there are no
apparent water or oil leaks.
2. Check the displays . Make sure the oil pressure,
water temperature, voltmeter, etc. are reading
normally.
3. Have a safe cruise and enjoy yourself.
Always be sure to raise the anchor and ensure
the chain stop is engaged prior to operating
your boat. Failure to raise and secure anchor
before getting underway could result in
damage to boat and even severe injury or
death from a rebounding anchor.

Owner’s Manual Page 18Operation - Section A
5. Turn the HELM MAIN circuit breaker switch ON
located on the 12VDC cabin panel. See Figure A2.
Figure A2: Helm & Cabin Main Circuit Breakers
6. Start and operate the bilge blower system for at
least four (4) minutes before start-up.
7. Open the seawater seacocks on the drive units.
8. Place the drive-unit in neutral by moving the
control levers to the neutral positions.
B. Starting Procedures
1. Movethedualshift/throttleleverofthecontrol
head to the neutral idle detent positions (N). Note:
The engine can only be started if the control is in
the neutral detent position. When in the neutral
idledetentposition,presstheneutralbutton“N”
in and hold it down while moving the control lever
forward to the forward shift position. Release the
neutralbutton.Thegreenindicatorbeginstoash
indicating the shift function has been disengaged.
The lever now only controls engine speed which
permits engine warm-up. See the manufacturer’s
literature for further details. Moving the lever back
to the neutral detent position will automatically
re-engage the shift function which is indicated by
the constant green light.
Take care not to engage the drive-unit
unintentionally.
2. TurntheignitionkeytotheONposition“I”
and wait 20 seconds, allowing pre-heaters
to activate. See Figure A3.
A - 9 ENGINE OPERATIONAL
PROCEDURES
NOTICE
Consult engine operator’s manual for
specic procedure for your particular
model. The following information is general in
nature. Additional general information is
located in Section S.
A. Before Starting
1. Ensure an adequate amount of fuel is on board.
Open the fuel valves.
2. Check the engine compartment for water, fuel,
and/oroilleaksofanykind.Keepthebilgeina
clean condition to prevent blower and bilge pump
damage,andrehazards.
3. Checktheuidlevelsoftheengineoilanddrive-
unitdailybeforerststart.Filloilordrive-unitas
required by the indications on the dip sticks. Refer
totheengineoperator’smanualforspecic
requirements regarding grade and viscosity of oils.
NOTICE
Important! Use of improper or inferior oil can
cause excessive wear of bearings and moving
parts thus shortening the engine life. It can
also result in sticking of piston rings and
seizing of pistons in the cylinders, thus causing
major damage.
4. Activate the 3 batteries (Port, Stbd & House) by
pressing the respective main battery switches
located on the 12VDC cabin panel. See Figure A1.
Figure A1: Battery Activation Switches
“Green” LED
indicates ON
when lit.
“Red” LED
indicates ON when lit.