Four winns 248 Vista User manual

248-348 VISTA OWNERS MANUAL
268 288248
298 328 348

FOUR WINNS L.L.C., 925 Frisbie Street, Cadillac, MI 49601 Phone [phone]
WARRANTY REGISTRATION TRANSFER REQUEST
Original Owner Name & Address: ___________________________________________________
___________________________________________________
___________________________________________________
Original Date of Purchase: ___________________________________________________
Hull Identification Number: ___________________________________________________
Boat Model: ___________________________________________________
Selling Dealer: ___________________________________________________
Name and address of new purchaser: ___________________________________________________
___________________________________________________
___________________________________________________
Telephone & E-Mail Address: ___________________________________________________
Date of Purchase: ___________________________________________________
The warranty may be transferred only once. Registration of the second owner is required and the amount
of the transfer fee* is indicated on the warranty statement of the Warranty Registration Card. Transfer of
the remainder of the warranty must occur within five (5) years of the original retail sale. The transfer fee
must be paid within fifteen (15) days of purchase of the used boat by check, money order or cashier’s
check payable to Four Winns Boats.
This warranty registration request if accepted, transfers the warranty coverage remaining on the boat to
the new purchaser. Acceptance of this request does not create any additional warranties or obligation on
Four Winns.
Warranty Expiration Date: ___________________________________________________
Four Winns Transfer Acceptance Date: ___________________________________________________
Four Winns Authorized Signature: ___________________________________________________
Mail to Four Winns L.L.C., 925 Frisbie Street, Cadillac, MI 49601, Attn: Customer Service Department.
*Subject to change without notice.

NAME / ADDRESS CHANGE FORM
Name &Address: ___________________________________________________
___________________________________________________
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Telephone&E-MailAddress: ___________________________________________________
HullIdentificationNumber: ___________________________________________________
Boat Model: ___________________________________________________
DateofPurchase: ___________________
NAME / ADDRESS CHANGE FORM
Name &Address: ___________________________________________________
___________________________________________________
___________________________________________________
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Telephone&E-MailAddress: ___________________________________________________
HullIdentificationNumber: ___________________________________________________
Boat Model: ___________________________________________________
DateofPurchase: ___________________
NAME / ADDRESS CHANGE FORM
Name &Address: ___________________________________________________
___________________________________________________
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Telephone&E-MailAddress: ___________________________________________________
HullIdentificationNumber: ___________________________________________________
Boat Model: ___________________________________________________
DateofPurchase: __________________
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NOTE: For warranty transfer please use the Warranty
Transfer Request Form also included in front of manual.
NOTE: For warranty transfer please use the Warranty
Transfer Request Form also included in front of manual.
NOTE: For warranty transfer please use the Warranty
Transfer Request Form also included in front of manual.

Four Winns L.L.C.
925FrisbieStreet
Cadillac,MI49601
Attn: Customer Service Department.
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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 publication
covers the 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 specifications, including standard and optional
equipment are constantly being modified. 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 manual.
Some variation in material, equipment, description, location, and details can result.
The information in this manual focuses upon the equipment designed and manufactured by Four Winns on
specific models. When appropriate, please utilize the information pertinent to your specific 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 Internet
website.
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 interested in your complete satisfaction. Return to the
dealer for service or other assistance. If you find it necessary to contact Four Winns directly, please refer to the
address information listed below. Be sure to include the boat model, hull identification number, your daytime
telephone number, and specifics of the information desired.
This manual has been specifically developed for the Vista™ models. Please record the model and hull identifi-
cation number information below.
Model Hull Identification 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 L.L.C. 2004. All Rights Reserved.
PREFACE

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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 system and equipment. It has been written for the begin-
ning boater but experienced boaters will find helpful information as well. Be sure to read the contents thor-
oughly.
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,
specific precautions and symbols identify safety-related information. Be sure to pay close attention to them.
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.
IMPORTANT HEALTH AND SAFETY INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR NEW BOAT
WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and a wide variety of components contain or
emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects and other repro-
ductive harm. In addition, oils, fuels and fluids contained in boats as well as waste produced by
component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash your
hands after handling. Used engine oil contains chemicals that have caused cancer in laboratory
animals. Always protect your skin by washing thoroughly with soap and water.
The precautions in this manual can’t and don’t cover every boating situation. If a specific method or proce-
dure 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 expe-
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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
notifications below:
The information contained in the owner’s packet has been compiled to help you operate your boat with
safety and pleasure. It contains the details of the boat, the equipment supplied or fitted, its systems, and
information on its operation and maintenance. Please read the information carefully and familiarize your-
self with the boat before using it.
If this is your first 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 THE MANUAL AND ALL OTHER PERTINENT INFORMATION IN A SECURE PLACE,
AND HAND IT OVER TO THE NEW OWNER WHEN YOU SELL THE BOAT.
Oil Discharge Plate - (Specific Models Only - Location Not Shown)
Trash Overboard Decal - (Specific Models Only - Location Not Shown)
DISCHARGE OF OIL PROHIBITED
THE FEDERAL WATER POLLUTION CONTROL ACT PROHIBITS THE
DISCHARGE OF OIL OR OILY WASTE INTO OR UPON THE NAVI-
GABLE WATERS OF THE UNITED STATES, OR THE WATERS OF THE
CONTIGUOUS ZONE, OR WHICH MAY EFFECT NATURAL RE-
SOURCES BELONGING TO, APPERTAINING TO, OR UNDER THE EX-
CLUSIVE MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY 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 SUB-
JECT TO SUBSTANTIAL CIVIL PENALTIES AND/OR CRIMINAL SANC-
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LABEL LOCATIONS
The NMMA Yacht Certification plate and various warning labels are placed at different locations on your
Vista™ for your safety. Additional warnings for fuel leakage, blower operation, and other important informa-
tion will be imprinted or located on the dash. Many of these stickers and labels are not required by the U.S.
Coast Guard but are important to ensure the safe operation of your Four Winns® boat. In addition, the Hull
Identification Number plate is permanently attached below the deck-hull joint on the starboard aft corner.
NOTICE
Not all of the warning label stickers are depicted in the following pages. Some of these
stickers will be found on appliances i.e. microwave, TV, DVD player, generator, shore power
cord. Be sure to read and follow all manufacturer’s literature and warning label(s) relating to
their product(s).
Below are locations along with the descriptions of some of the labels found on the boat. Please note that
actual locations may vary depending on which model you have. See the following pages for the actual
wording of each of these various warning labels found on your boat. Additional labels are also included
however the locations may not be shown nor may they be applicable to your particular model.
Figure 1: Label & Sticker Locations (Reference Only)
Hull Identification Number Plate Gasoline Vapor-Blower Warning
Helm Boarding Ladder Warning
Rotating Prop Boarding Ladder
Leaking Fuel
NMMA Yacht
Certification Plate
Winning Edge Sticker NMMA Certified Sticker
Prevent Falls Overboard Label
Shore Power Inlet
Warning Label
Dockside Inlet Air
Conditioning Label

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CAPACITY & WARNING LABELS
WARNING
GASOLINE VAPORS CAN EXPLODE RESULTING
IN INJURY OR DEATH. BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
-CHECK ENGINE BILGE COMPARTMENT FOR
GASOLINE OR VAPORS, AND
-OPERATE BLOWER FOR FOUR MINUTES, AND
VERIFY BLOWER OPERATION.
RUN BLOWER WHEN VESSEL IS OPERATING BE-
LOW CRUISING SPEED.
Gasolone Vapors - Blower Warning Label
Shaft Alignment Tag (Inboard Models Only)
CAUTION
ENGINES MUST BE ALIGNED
AND COUPLINGS SECURED
PRIOR TO COMMISSIONING.
NMMA Yacht Certification Plate
Replaces Capacity Label on Certain Specific Models Only.
SAMPLE - Capacity Label (See Actual Capacity Plate
Affixed to Boat for Actual Capaities if Applicable.

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12"
13-3/4"
4"
1-1/2"
PORT SIDE
STBD SIDE
AFT WINDOW
AFT WINDOW
BOW
BOW
056-0887
LABEL, SLING LOCATION (4 EA)
Sling Location Labels
(Reference Only)
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.
A= 9’10” A= 10’1”
B= 1” B= N/A
C= N/A C= 7”
D= 2’0” D= 2’6”
E= 11’9” E= N/A
F= N/A F= 12’6”
DIMENSIONAL DATA
248V 268V
SLING
SLING
SLING
248 VISTA™ & 268 VISTA™
328 VISTA™ 348 VISTA™ INBOARD
298 VISTA™
288 VISTA™

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Rotating Propeller - Helm Warning Label
Rotating Propeller - Ladder Warning Label
Leaking Fuel Warning Label
Gasoline Vapor-Blower Warning Label

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No Ventilation - Do Not Store Fuel Warning Label
Prevent Falls Overboard Warning Label
Carbon Monoxide - Swim Platform & Lounging Area Warning Label
Shore Power Inlet Warning Label

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Carbon Monoxide Warning Label Carbon Monoxide - Canvas Warning Label
Carbon Monoxide - Cabin Doors Warning Label
Dockside Air Conditioning Inlet Label
Microwave Caution Label

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I. Winning Edge Sticker
J. NMMA Certified Sticker K. Flush Out Warning Label (Optional)
Canadian Conformity Label
EU Builders Plate-CE Certification Plate (Export)

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
OPERATION ............................................................................................................................................. 1
A - 1 GENERAL.................................................................................................................... 1
A - 2 COMPONENT SYSTEMS ........................................................................................... 1
A - 3 SAFETY EQUIPMENT ................................................................................................ 1
A - 4 PASSENGER SAFETY ............................................................................................... 1
A- 5 “RULES OF THE ROAD” ............................................................................................. 1
A - 6 LIGHTNING ................................................................................................................. 1
A- 7 DRUGSANDALCOHOL ............................................................................................. 2
A - 8 PRE-CRUISE SYSTEMS CHECK ............................................................................... 2
A. Before Starting The Engines ............................................................................. 2
B. After Starting The Engine ................................................................................. 2
A - 9 ENGINE OPERATIONAL PROCEDURES ................................................................... 2
A. Before Starting ................................................................................................. 3
B. Cold Engine Start (Carbureted Engines) ............................................................ 3
C. Warm Engine Starting (Carbureted Engines) ...................................................... 4
D. Cold / Warm Engine Start (EFI) - Stern Drives...................................................... 4
E. Cold Engine Start (EFI Engines) - Inboards.......................................................... 4
F. Warm Engine Start (EFI Engines) - Inboards........................................................ 5
G. Shifting and Control Speed................................................................................ 5
H. Stopping Engine ................................................................................................ 6
A- 10 GROUNDING AND TOWING....................................................................................... 6
A - 11 BOATING EDUCATION ............................................................................................... 6
A. Boating Courses .............................................................................................. 6
B. Boating Manuals and Literature........................................................................ 7
C. Charts and Maps ............................................................................................... 7
D. Laws and Regulations ..................................................................................... 7
A- 12 BOAT OWNER REGISTRATION ................................................................................ 7
A-13 INSURANCE ............................................................................................................... 8
A- 14 ACCIDENT REPORTING ........................................................................................... 8
A - 15 DISCHARGE OF OIL .................................................................................................. 8
A - 16 DISPOSAL OF PLASTICS & OTHER GARBAGE....................................................... 8
A - 17 MARPOL TREATY...................................................................................................... 8
SAFETYEQUIPMENT .............................................................................................................................. 1
B - 1 GENERAL.................................................................................................................... 1
A. Required SafetyEquipment .............................................................................. 1
B. PersonalFloatationDevices (PFD’s) .................................................................. 1
C. PFDTypes ......................................................................................................... 1
D. PFDPointers ..................................................................................................... 2
E. FireExtinguisher ................................................................................................ 2
F. Fire Extinguisher System................................................................................... 3
G. VisualDistress Signal Devices........................................................................... 3
H. Sound Signaling Devices .................................................................................... 4
I. NavigationLights ................................................................................................ 4
J. Additional RecommendedEquipment ................................................................. 4
B - 2 CARBONMONOXIDE ................................................................................................. 4
A. Propertiesand Characteristicsof CarbonMonoxide ........................................... 5
B. What MakesCarbon Monoxide ......................................................................... 5
C. Howa PersonisAffectedbyCarbon Monoxide.................................................. 5
D. EffectsofCarbonMonoxide .............................................................................. 5

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E. Symptoms ....................................................................................................... 5
F. Treatment (Evaluate,Ventilate,Evacuate, Investigate,Take CorrectiveAction).... 6
G. Inspection ........................................................................................................ 6
H. Operation ......................................................................................................... 6
I. Boathouses,SeaWalls and Confined Spaces .................................................. 6
J. TheEffectofBoats MooredAlongside .............................................................. 7
K. Backdrafting(StationWagonEffect) .................................................................. 7
L. Accumulation of Exhaust Gases - Swim Platform ............................................ 8
M. DangerousActivity -“TeakSurfing”/”Dragging” .................................................... 8
N. CabinAppliances.............................................................................................. 8
O. AirConditioning ................................................................................................ 8
P. VentilationofAccommodation (Occupied)Spaces .............................................. 8
Q. RunningofEngines in Idle.................................................................................. 9
R. Altitudeand SeaConditions.............................................................................. 9
S. PortableGeneratorSets ................................................................................... 9
T. Maintenance-Engine Performance................................................................... 9
U. Maintenance-ExternalConditions.................................................................... 9
V. Maintenance - Exhaust System Integrity...........................................................10
W. Maintenance - Ventilation Systems ...................................................................10
X. Maintenance-BulkheadandDeck Integrity ......................................................10
Y. Maintenance -Air Conditioning Systems ...........................................................10
Z. Maintenance-LiquidDrains ..............................................................................10
AA. CO Detection System..................................................................................... 10
B - 3 SAFEBOATINGPRACTICES .....................................................................................11
A. DrugsandAlcohol .............................................................................................11
B. SafeOperation ..................................................................................................11
C. PassengerSafety..............................................................................................12
D. Propeller ...........................................................................................................12
E. First Aid ............................................................................................................12
F. OperationByMinors .........................................................................................12
G. “Rules oftheRoad” ...........................................................................................12
H. Voluntary Inspection ..........................................................................................12
I. Safe BoatingCourses .......................................................................................13
B - 4 WATER SPORTS........................................................................................................13
A. Water Sport Guidelines .........................................................................................13
B. Water Skiing ..........................................................................................................14
BASICSEAMANSHIP ................................................................................................................................1
C - 1 GENERAL
A. Boating Regulations .......................................................................................... 1
B. Rules ofSeamanship ........................................................................................ 1
C - 2 NAVIGATIONALAIDS .................................................................................................. 3
A. InternationalAssociation of LighthouseAuthorities System B (IALA-B) .............. 3
B. Lateral Markers ................................................................................................. 3
C. Safe WaterMarkers .......................................................................................... 3
D. TheUniformStateWaterwayMarkingSystem................................................... 4
E. ASpecial Sign................................................................................................... 4
F. Noise................................................................................................................. 4
G. Anchoring.......................................................................................................... 4
C - 3 RECOMMENDEDREADING ....................................................................................... 5
C - 4 CONTACTS.................................................................................................................. 5
C - 5 OWNER’SLOGSAND RECORDS .............................................................................. 6
C - 6 NAVIGATIONALAIDSCHART...................................................................................... 6

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WARRANTYAND SERVICE ...................................................................................................................... 1
D - 1 FOURWINNSWARRANTYPOLICY .......................................................................... 1
D - 2 DECK/HULLSTRUCTUREWARRANTY ..................................................................... 1
D - 3 WARRANTYREGISTRATION ..................................................................................... 1
D - 4 TRANSFEROFWARRANTY...................................................................................... 1
D - 5 PRE-OWNEDUNITREGISTRATION ........................................................................... 2
D - 6 INSURANCE COVERAGE .......................................................................................... 2
D - 7 SERIALNUMBERRECORD....................................................................................... 2
D - 8 PRE-DELIVERYSERVICE ......................................................................................... 2
D - 9 REPLACEMENTPARTS............................................................................................. 2
D - 10 OWNER’SRESPONSIBILITIES ................................................................................. 3
D - 11 CONSTRUCTIONSTANDARDS.................................................................................. 3
D - 12 WINNGEAR™ ............................................................................................................ 3
ENGINESAND INSTRUMENTATION ........................................................................................................ 1
E - 1 GENERAL .................................................................................................................. 1
E - 2 ENGINEEXHAUST ..................................................................................................... 1
A. CarbonMonoxide ............................................................................................. 1
B. CarbonMonoxideMonitor ................................................................................. 2
E - 3 ENGINE &DRIVESYSTEM....................................................................................... 2
A. Engine ............................................................................................................. 2
B. SternDrive........................................................................................................ 3
C. InboardsV-drives .............................................................................................. 3
E - 4 UNDERWATEREQUIPMENT .................................................................................... 3
A. ShaftLog ......................................................................................................... 3
B. Strut................................................................................................................. 4
C. PropellerShaft ................................................................................................. 4
E - 5 PROPELLERS ........................................................................................................... 5
A. Diameter .......................................................................................................... 5
B. Pitch ................................................................................................................ 5
C. PropSlip .......................................................................................................... 5
E - 6 ENGINE COOLINGSYSTEMS................................................................................... 6
A. RawWater Cooling- Stern Drives & Inboards ................................................... 6
B. FreshWater Cooling -InboardOption .............................................................. 7
E - 7 RUNNINGANGLE&POWERTRIM/TILT ..................................................................... 7
A. PowerTrim ....................................................................................................... 8
B. PowerTilt ......................................................................................................... 8
E - 8 TRIMTABS................................................................................................................. 8
A. ControlListing .................................................................................................. 8
B. InducePlaning&ControllingTrimAngle ............................................................. 9
C. TrimTabMaintenance ........................................................................................ 9
E - 9 ENGINEINSTRUMENTATION ...................................................................................... 9
A. Tachometer ....................................................................................................... 9
B. Speedometer ................................................................................................... 10
C. TemperatureGauge ......................................................................................... 10
D. OilPressureGauge .......................................................................................... 11
E. Voltmeter.......................................................................................................... 11
F. FuelGauge ...................................................................................................... 11
G. PowerTrim Gauge ............................................................................................ 11
H. DepthSounder ................................................................................................. 11
I. GasVaporDetector ......................................................................................... 11
J. EngineHourMeter............................................................................................ 11

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K. Ignition Switch ................................................................................................. 11
L. EmeregencyStopSwitch ................................................................................. 11
M. Engine SynchronizerGauge............................................................................ 12
N. Alarm System................................................................................................. 12
O. RudderAngleIndicatorGauge -Inboards......................................................... 13
P. NavigationalEquipment .....................................................................................13
Q. InstrumentMaintenance................................................................................... 14
CONTROLSYSTEMS ............................................................................................................................... 1
F - 1 GENERAL .................................................................................................................. 1
F - 2 CONTROLOPERATION.............................................................................................. 2
A. General ............................................................................................................. 2
B. Maneuvering -Single &Dual BinnacleControls ................................................. 2
C. CarburetedEngine............................................................................................. 2
D. FuelInjectedEngine(EFI).................................................................................. 3
E. Shifting andControlSpeed ................................................................................ 3
F - 3 NEUTRALSAFETYSWITCH ...................................................................................... 3
F - 4 CONTROLSYSTEMMAINTENANCE ......................................................................... 3
STEERINGSYSTEMS............................................................................................................................... 1
G - 1 GENERAL .................................................................................................................. 1
A. TiltSteering &TiltSteeringHydraulic-Inboard................................................... 1
B. RotarySteering- SternDrive.............................................................................. 1
C. PowerSteering-SternDrive .............................................................................. 1
D. HydraulicSteering - InboardModels .................................................................. 2
G - 2 STEERINGLOAD....................................................................................................... 2
G - 3 RUDDERS-InboardModels....................................................................................... 3
G - 4 RUDDERANGLE/POSITIONINDICATOR ................................................................... 3
G - 5 PROPELLER TORQUE .............................................................................................. 3
G - 6 STEERINGSYSTEMMAINTENANCE ........................................................................ 4
ELECTRICALSYSTEMS........................................................................................................................... 1
H - 1 GENERAL .................................................................................................................. 1
H - 2 SINGLE ENGINE-SINGLE BATTERYSYSTEM ........................................................ 1
A. Single Battery System ...................................................................................... 1
B. Battery Selector Switch - On/Off Position.......................................................... 1
H - 3 SINGLEENGINE- DUALBATTERYSYSTEM ............................................................ 2
A. Installation......................................................................................................... 2
B. Operation - Single Engine w/ Dual Battery System............................................ 2
H - 4 DUALENGINE - DUALBATTERYSYSTEM ............................................................... 4
A. Installation......................................................................................................... 4
B. Operation .......................................................................................................... 4
C. BatterySwitch Operation ................................................................................... 4
H - 5 DUALENGINE-TRIPLE BATTERYSYSTEM............................................................. 4
A. Installation......................................................................................................... 4
B. Operation .......................................................................................................... 5
C. Battery Selector Switch - Dual ........................................................................... 5
H - 6 BATTERYCHARGER................................................................................................. 6
H - 7 VOLTMETER .............................................................................................................. 6
H - 8 12VOLTELECTRICALEQUIPMENT........................................................................... 6
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B. InstallationofAdditional12VoltEquipment......................................................... 7
C. InteriorEquipment ............................................................................................. 7
H - 9 12VOLTELECTRICALSYSTEM SHUTDOWNPROCEDURES.................................. 8
H - 10 120(220)VOLTELECTRICALSYSTEM...................................................................... 8
H - 11 DOCKSIDEOPERATION ............................................................................................ 9
A. ShorePowerConnections.................................................................................. 9
B. 120VoltACEquipment ...................................................................................... 9
C. ReversePolarityIndicator ................................................................................ 10
D. GroundFaultCurrentInterrupter(GFCI)..............................................................11
H - 12 GENERATOROPTION .............................................................................................. 11
H - 13 ELECTRICALSYSTEMMAINTENANCE ................................................................... 12
A. BatteryMaintenance ....................................................................................... 12
B. ElectricalWiringMaintenance.......................................................................... 12
H - 14 STRAYCURRENTCORROSION .............................................................................. 13
A. General ........................................................................................................... 13
B. GalvanicCorrosion........................................................................................... 13
C. CorrosionPrevention........................................................................................ 13
GENERATORDRAWINGS ..................................................................................................... 14-29
FUELSYSTEMS ....................................................................................................................................... 1
I - 1 GASOLINEFUEL SYSTEMS...................................................................................... 1
A. System Testing ................................................................................................ 1
B. Fuel Fills .......................................................................................................... 1
C. Fuel Vents........................................................................................................ 2
D. Anti-SiphonValves............................................................................................ 2
E. FuelGauge ...................................................................................................... 2
F. FuelSender...................................................................................................... 2
G. Fuel Filters......................................................................................................... 3
H. GasVaporDetector .......................................................................................... 3
I. Useand Maintenance ........................................................................................ 3
I - 2 FUELSTANDARDS.................................................................................................... 4
` A. Problems WithAlcohol In Gasoline .................................................................... 4
B. Recommendations ............................................................................................. 4
I - 3 FUELINGINSTRUCTIONS .......................................................................................... 4
WATERANDWASTESYSTEMS............................................................................................................... 1
J - 1 GENERAL .................................................................................................................. 1
J - 2 PRESSURIZED WATERSYSTEM.............................................................................. 3
A. Priming TheSystem ......................................................................................... 3
B. SystemOperation ............................................................................................ 3
C. Water Heating Systems.................................................................................... 3
D. UsingTheShower ............................................................................................ 4
J - 3 GREY WATER SYSTEM ............................................................................................ 4
J - 4 SHOREWATERCONNECTION .................................................................................. 4
J - 5 TRANSOMSHOWER................................................................................................. 5
J - 6 HEADS ...................................................................................................................... 5
A. VacuFlush® Sanitation System........................................................................ 5
B. PorcelainHead ................................................................................................ 6
C. Porta Potti ....................................................................................................... 7
D. HeadwithOverboardDischarge........................................................................ 8
E. DocksideWaste Pump-Out .............................................................................. 9

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J - 7 SYSTEMMAINTENANCE ........................................................................................... 9
A. Clean VentsandScreens ................................................................................ 10
B. Winterizing the Water System ......................................................................... 10
C. Winterizing the Waste System ......................................................................... 11
WATER & WASTE SYSTEM DRAWINGS ............................................................................... 12-59
VENTILATIONAND DRAINAGESYSTEMS .............................................................................................. 1
K - 1 ENGINECOMPARTMENTVENTILATION .................................................................... 1
A. GravityVentilationSystem ................................................................................ 1
B. ForcedAir Ventilation ........................................................................................ 1
C. EngineVentilationSystem Maintenance ........................................................... 1
K - 2 CABINVENTILATION.................................................................................................. 1
K - 3 HULLDRAINAGESYSTEMS...................................................................................... 1
A. TransomDrain .................................................................................................. 1
B. Bilge Pumps .................................................................................................... 2
C. Sump ................................................................................................................. 2
D. BilgeCompartmentDrainage ............................................................................ 2
E. CockpitDrainage .............................................................................................. 2
INTERIOREQUIPMENT ............................................................................................................................ 1
L - 1 GALLEYEQUIPMENT................................................................................................ 1
A. ElectricStove ................................................................................................... 1
B. MicrowaveOven................................................................................................ 1
C. Refrigerator ...................................................................................................... 1
L - 2 REFRESHMENTCENTER ........................................................................................... 2
L - 3 ENTERTAINMENT ...................................................................................................... 3
A. Stereo System ................................................................................................. 3
B. TVandDVDPlayer.......................................................................................... 3
L - 4 AIRCONDITIONING .................................................................................................... 4
AIRCONDITIONINGSYSTEMDRAWINGS ............................................................................... 5-15
EXTERIOREQUIPMENT ........................................................................................................................... 1
M - 1 RAILS&DECK HARDWARE...................................................................................... 1
M - 2 TRANSOMDOOR ...................................................................................................... 1
M - 3 COMPANIONWAYDOOR........................................................................................... 2
M - 4 WINDOWS ................................................................................................................. 2
A. WindshieldsandCabinWindows ...................................................................... 2
B. Plexiglass ........................................................................................................ 3
M - 5 FOREDECKHATCHES .............................................................................................. 3
M - 6 SWIMPLATFORM...................................................................................................... 3
M - 7 COCKPITSTORAGE .................................................................................................. 4
M - 8 TRANSOMSTORAGELOCKER ................................................................................ 4
M - 9 BOWPLATFORM ........................................................................................................ 5
M - 10 BOWROLLER ............................................................................................................. 5
M - 11 ANCHORLINESTORAGELOCKER............................................................................ 5
M - 12 WINDLASS .................................................................................................................. 6
M - 13 RADARARCH .............................................................................................................. 7
M - 14 SPOTLIGHT ................................................................................................................. 7
M - 15 ENGINEDAYHATCHw/ELECTRIC LIFT..................................................................... 7