Four winns 378 VISTA User manual

378 VISTA OWNERS MANUAL

FOUR WINNS L.L.C., 925 Frisbie Street, Cadillac, MI 49601 Phone [phone]
WARRANTY REGISTRATION TRANSFER REQUEST
Original Owner Name & Address: ___________________________________________________
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Original Date of Purchase: ___________________________________________________
Hull Identification Number: ___________________________________________________
Boat Model: ___________________________________________________
Selling Dealer: ___________________________________________________
Name and address of new purchaser: ___________________________________________________
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Telephone & E-Mail Address: ___________________________________________________
Date of Purchase: ___________________________________________________
Transfer Fee*: $100.00 – All models.
The warranty may be transferred only once. Registration of the second owner is required and the amount
of the transfer fee is $100.00. 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. We will notify the appropriate
engine manufacturer of the engine warranty transfer.
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.

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HullIdentificationNumber: ___________________________________________________
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HullIdentificationNumber: ___________________________________________________
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DateofPurchase: ___________________
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HullIdentificationNumber: ___________________________________________________
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DateofPurchase: __________________
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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.
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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
providesspecialinformationcriticalto thesafetyof thepassengers,andlongevityof theequipment. Theinformation
onthefollowing pageliststhegraphics used toincreasethevisibility oftheseimportantmessages. Alsoincludedin
your owner’s packet is the “Boating Basics,AGuide 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 equip-
ment are constantly being modified. Equipment availability is also subject to change. The most current and
accurate information available at the time of publication is included in this manual. Some variation in
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.
Readthisentire manualcarefullybefore operatingyournew boat. Manyinstructionsmayrequiredirectperfor-
mance 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 378 Vista™model. Please record the model and hull identi-
fication number information below.
Model Hull Identification Number
________________________ __________________________
Thismanualshould be consideredpartof theboat. Shouldyousell theboat,passthismanual on tothenewowner.
Takespecialcareofthismanual. Certaininformationinthismanualmaynotbeavailableinareplacementmanual.
Thankyouforjoiningthe Four Winns family. Weappreciateyourpurchase and welcome the opportunitytodemon-
strate 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. 2003. All Rights Reserved.
PREFACE

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Congratulations on your new boat purchase and welcome to our boating family!
Wewantyourboating experience to be themostenjoyablepossible.Themoreyouknowaboutyour 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 opera-
tion as well as understanding your boat’s system and equipment. It has been written for the beginning boater but
experienced boaters will find helpful information as well. Be sure to read the contents thoroughly.
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,youcandamageyourboat, hurt yourself or someone else or,evenworse,haveafatalaccident.
Thissymbolandsignalwordindicateapotentiallyhazardoussituation.Ifyouignorethissafetymessage,
property damage or minor or moderate personal injury MAYor 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’t and don’t cover every boating situation. If a specific 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.
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 and antifreeze out of the water.
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 fitted, its systems, and information on its operation and
maintenance. Please read it carefully and familiarize yourself with the boat before using it.
Ifthisisyourfirstboat, or if you are changingtoatypeofboat you are not familiar with,foryourowncomfort
and safety, please ensure that you obtain handling and operating experience before “assuming command”
oftheboat.Yourdealer or national sailing federation or yacht club will bepleasedtoadviseyouoflocalsea
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.

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DIMENSIONAL DATA
A. LOA
B. BEAM
C. KEEL TO W/S SHELF
D. TOTAL HEIGHT
E. TRANSOM ANGLE
F. DEAD RISE
G. OB TRANSOM HEIGHT
H. BRIDGE CLEARANCE
I. COCKPIT HEIGHT
STERN
J. COCKPIT
HEIGHT HELM
K. FREEBOARD
L. DRAFT
M. STORAGE LENGTH - With outdrive in raised position
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SPECIFICATIONS
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378 VISTA
SPECIFICATIONS* US METRIC
LOA: 41'3" 12.6m
Length w/o Swim Platform: 37'9" 11.5m
Maximum Sleeping Depth (V-Berth): 80" 2.03m
Maximum Sleeping Width (V-Berth): 66" 1.68m
Maximum Sleeping Depth (Mid Cabin): 62" 1.58m
Maximum Sleeping Width (Mid Cabin): 81" 2.06m
Beam: 12'9" 3.89m
KeeltoW/SShelf: 9'3" 2.82m
Keel to Top of Windshield: 10'11" 3.33m
TotalHeight: 13'4" w/arch 4.07 mw/arch
Deadrise: 19˚ 19˚
BridgeClearance: 11'6" w/arch 3.51 mw/arch
CockpitHeight(stern): 30" 76cm
Cockpit Height(helm): 25” 64cm
Headroom(max): 6'5" 1.96m
Freeboard (min.): 58" 1.47 m
Draft (static): 42" 107 cm
Fuel: 300 gal 1134L
PotableWater: 66 gal 249L
Holding: 42 gal 159L
GrayWater: 45 gal 170L
Passengers: 14 14
Maximum Capacity: Yacht Yacht
Generator:gasoline 7.3 kw @ 110 VAC
6.5 kw @ 220 VAC
diesel 8.0 kw @ 110 VAC
6.5 kw @ 220 VAC
*Dimensional diagram is located on page 184.
POWER RATINGS & WEIGHTS
Engine Propshaft Power Boat & Engine Weights
Type HP KW LBS KG
TwinMC8.1S 370 EA 276EA 18000 8160
TwinVPTAMD63P 370 EA 276EA 20000 9070
TwinVP8.1Gi 375 EA 280EA 18000 8160
Twin CAT3126 385 EA 287 EA 20000 9070
TwinMC8.1SHO 420 EA 313 EA 18000 8160
TwinVP8.1GXi 420 EA 313 EA 18000 8160
RECOMMENDED /ENGINE(S)/EQUIPMENTAVG.WEIGHTS
Model Eng. Type BoatEng.BatteryFuelAccess.
LBS
378V Twin VP8.1Gi 16000200024018001300
KG
348V Twin VP8.1Gi 7260907109816590

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LABELLOCATIONS
The NMMAYacht Certification plate and various warning labels are placed at different locations on your 378
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. See the following
pagesfor theactualwordingofeachof these variouswarninglabelsfoundonyour boat. Additional labelsare
also included however the locations may not be shown.
Figure 1: Label & Sticker Locations
Hull Identification Number Plate Gasoline Vapor-Blower Warning
Helm Boarding Ladder Warning
Rotating Prop Boarding Ladder
Leaking Fuel NMMAYacht
Certification Plate
Winning Edge Sticker NMMACertified Sticker
Prevent Falls Overboard Label
Shore Power Inlet
Warning Label Dockside InletAir ConditioningLabel

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CAPACITY& WARNING LABELS
NMMA Yacht Certification Plate
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
CAUTION
ENGINES MUST BE ALIGNED
AND COUPLINGS SECURED
PRIOR TO COMMISSIONING.

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Sling Location Labels
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.

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Oil Discharge Plate
DISCHARGE OF OIL PROHIBITED
THE FEDERAL WATER POLLUTION CONTROLACT 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 CRIMINALSANC-
TIONS INCLUDING FINES AND IMPRISONMENT.
Trash Overboard Decal
Dockside Air Conditioning Inlet Label
Microwave Caution Label

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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

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I. Winning Edge Sticker
J. NMMA Certified Sticker
K. Flush Out Warning Label (Optional)

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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 SYSTEM CHECK.................................................................................. 2
A. Before Starting The Engines ............................................................................. 2
B. After Starting The Engine ................................................................................. 2
A- 9 ENGINE OPERATIONALPROCEDURES .................................................................... 2
A. Before Starting ................................................................................................. 2
B. Cold Engine Start (EFI Engines) ........................................................................ 3
C. Warm Engine Starting ....................................................................................... 4
D. Shifting and Control Speed................................................................................ 4
E. Stopping Engine ................................................................................................ 4
A- 10 GROUNDINGAND TOWING....................................................................................... 5
A- 11 BOATING EDUCATION ............................................................................................... 5
A. Boating Courses .............................................................................................. 5
B. Boating Manuals and Literature........................................................................ 5
C. Charts and Maps ............................................................................................. 5
D. Laws and Regulations ..................................................................................... 6
A- 12 BOAT OWNER REGISTRATION................................................................................. 6
A - 13 INSURANCE.............................................................................................................. 6
A- 14 ACCIDENT REPORTING............................................................................................ 6
A - 15 DISCHARGE OF OIL ................................................................................................. 7
A - 16 DISPOSAL OF PLASTICS & OTHER GARBAGE ...................................................... 7
A - 17 MARPOL TREATY ..................................................................................................... 7
SAFETY & SAFETY EQUIPMENT................................................................................................ 1
B - 1 GENERAL.................................................................................................................... 1
A. Required Safety Equipment .............................................................................. 1
B. Personal FloatationDevices(PFDs) ................................................................... 1
C. PFDTypes ......................................................................................................... 1
D. PFDPointers ..................................................................................................... 2
E. Fire Extinguisher ................................................................................................ 2
F. Fire Extinguisher System................................................................................... 3
G. VisualDistress Signal Devices........................................................................... 3
H. Sound Signaling Devices .................................................................................... 3
I. NavigationLights ................................................................................................ 4
J. Additional Recommended Equipment ................................................................. 4
B - 2 CARBONMONOXIDE ................................................................................................. 4
A. PropertiesandCharacteristics ofCarbon Monoxide ........................................... 5
B. WhatMakes Carbon Monoxide ......................................................................... 5
C. Howa PersonisAffectedbyCarbonMonoxide.................................................. 5
D. Effectsof CarbonMonoxide .............................................................................. 5
E. Symptoms ....................................................................................................... 5
F. Treatment(Evaluate,Ventilate,Evacuate,Investigate,TakeCorrectiveAction) ... 6

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G. Inspection ........................................................................................................ 6
H. Operation ......................................................................................................... 6
I. Boathouses, Sea Walls and Other Boats .......................................................... 6
J. TheEffectofBoatsMooredAlongSide ............................................................ 7
K. Backdrafting(Station Wagon Effect) .................................................................. 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-EnginePerformance................................................................... 9
U. Maintenance-ExternalConditions.................................................................... 9
V. Maintenance - Exhaust System Integrity...........................................................10
W. Maintenance - Ventilation Systems ...................................................................10
X. Maintenance - Bulkhead andDeckIntegrity ......................................................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 WATERSPORTS........................................................................................................13
A. Water Sport Guidelines .........................................................................................14
BASICSEAMANSHIP ................................................................................................................................1
C - 1 GENERAL ................................................................................................................... 1
A. BoatingRegulations .......................................................................................... 1
B. RulesofSeamanship ........................................................................................ 1
C - 2 NAVIGATIONALAIDS .................................................................................................. 3
A. InternationalAssociation of LighthouseAuthorities System B (IALA-B) .............. 3
B. LateralMarkers ................................................................................................. 3
C. Safe Water Markers .......................................................................................... 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-OWNED UNITREGISTRATION ........................................................................... 1
D - 6 INSURANCE COVERAGE .......................................................................................... 2
D - 7 SERIALNUMBERRECORD....................................................................................... 2
D - 8 PRE-DELIVERYSERVICE ......................................................................................... 2
D - 9 REPLACEMENTPARTS............................................................................................. 2
D - 10 OWNER’S RESPONSIBILITIES ................................................................................. 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&DRIVE SYSTEM....................................................................................... 2
A. Engine ............................................................................................................. 2
B. InboardV-drives ................................................................................................ 2
E - 4 UNDERWATEREQUIPMENT(Inboards) .................................................................... 3
A. ShaftLog ......................................................................................................... 3
B. Strut................................................................................................................... 3
C. PropellerShaft ................................................................................................... 4
D. Propellers........................................................................................................... 5
E - 5 ENGINECOOLINGSYSTEMS..................................................................................... 6
E - 6 RUNNINGANGLE....................................................................................................... 6
E - 7 TRIMTABS................................................................................................................. 7
A. ControlListing .................................................................................................. 7
B. InducePlaning &ControllingTrimAngle ............................................................. 8
C. TrimTab Maintenance ........................................................................................ 8
E - 8 ENGINEINSTRUMENTATION ...................................................................................... 8
A. Tachometer ....................................................................................................... 8
B. Speedometer ..................................................................................................... 9
C. TemperatureGauge ........................................................................................... 9
D. OilPressure Gauge ........................................................................................... 9
E. Voltmeter........................................................................................................... 9
F. FuelGauge ....................................................................................................... 9
G. Depthsounder.................................................................................................... 9
H. GasVaporDetector .......................................................................................... 9
I. EngineHourMeter........................................................................................... 10
J. IgnitionSwitch ................................................................................................ 10
K. EngineSynchronizer Gauge............................................................................ 10
L. Alarm Systems ............................................................................................... 10
M. RudderAngleIndicatorGauge ......................................................................... 10
N. NavigationPackages(Optional).........................................................................10
O. InstrumentMaintenance.................................................................................... 11

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CONTROLSYSTEMS ............................................................................................................................... 1
F - 1 GENERAL .................................................................................................................. 1
F - 2 CONTROLOPERATION.............................................................................................. 1
A. General ............................................................................................................. 1
B. Shiftingand ControlSpeed ................................................................................ 1
F - 3 NEUTRALSAFETYSWITCH ...................................................................................... 2
F - 4 CONTROLSYSTEMMAINTENANCE ......................................................................... 2
STEERINGSYSTEMS............................................................................................................................... 1
G - 1 GENERAL .................................................................................................................. 1
A. TiltSteering ....................................................................................................... 1
B. HydraulicSteering ............................................................................................. 1
G - 2 STEERINGLOAD....................................................................................................... 2
G - 3 RUDDER .................................................................................................................... 2
G - 4 RUDDERANGLE/POSITIONINDICATOR ................................................................... 2
G - 5 PROPELLERTORQUE .............................................................................................. 3
G - 6 STEERINGSYSTEMMAINTENANCE ........................................................................ 3
ELECTRICALSYSTEMS........................................................................................................................... 1
H - 1 GENERAL .................................................................................................................. 1
H - 2 DUALENGINE-QUAD BATTERYSYSTEM............................................................... 1
A. Installation......................................................................................................... 1
B. Operation .......................................................................................................... 2
C. BatteryCharger ................................................................................................. 2
H - 3 VOLTMETER .............................................................................................................. 2
H - 4 12VOLTELECTRICALEQUIPMENT........................................................................... 3
A. Helm Equipment ................................................................................................ 3
B. InstallationofAdditional12VoltEquipment......................................................... 4
C. InteriorEquipment ............................................................................................. 4
H - 5 120(220)VOLTELECTRICALSYSTEM...................................................................... 5
H - 6 DOCKSIDEOPERATION ............................................................................................ 5
A. ShorePowerConnections.................................................................................. 6
B. 120VoltACEquipment ...................................................................................... 6
C. ReversePolarity Indicator .................................................................................. 7
D. GroundFaultCurrentInterrupter ......................................................................... 7
H - 7 GENERATOROPTION ............................................................................................... 8
H - 8 ELECTRICALSYSTEMMAINTENANCE ..................................................................... 8
A. BatteryMaintenance ......................................................................................... 8
B. ElectricalWiring Maintenance............................................................................ 9
H - 9 STRAYCURRENTCORROSION ................................................................................ 9
A. General ............................................................................................................. 9
B. GalvanicCorrosion............................................................................................. 9
C. CorrosionPrevention........................................................................................ 10

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FUELSYSTEMS ....................................................................................................................................... 1
I - 1 GASOLINEFUEL SYSTEMS...................................................................................... 1
A. Fuel Tank Selector Switch & Fuel Tank Selector Operation ................................ 1
B. System Testing ................................................................................................ 1
C. Fuel Fills .......................................................................................................... 2
D. Fuel Vents........................................................................................................ 2
E. Anti-SiphonValves............................................................................................ 2
F. FuelGauge ...................................................................................................... 3
G. FuelSender...................................................................................................... 3
H. Fuel Filters......................................................................................................... 3
I. GasVaporDetector .......................................................................................... 4
J. Useand Maintenance ........................................................................................ 4
I - 2 FUELSTANDARDS.................................................................................................... 4
` A. Problems With Alcohol In Gasoline .................................................................... 4
B. Recommendations ............................................................................................. 4
I - 3 FUELINGINSTRUCTIONS .......................................................................................... 5
WATERANDWASTESYSTEMS............................................................................................................... 1
J - 1 GENERAL .................................................................................................................. 1
J - 2 PRESSURIZED WATERSYSTEM.............................................................................. 2
A. PrimingTheSystem ......................................................................................... 2
B. SystemOperation ............................................................................................ 2
C. Water Heating Systems.................................................................................... 2
D. UsingTheShower ............................................................................................ 2
J - 3 GREY WATER SYSTEM ............................................................................................ 3
J - 4 SHOREWATERCONNECTION .................................................................................. 3
J - 5 TRANSOMSHOWER................................................................................................. 4
J - 6 HEADS ...................................................................................................................... 4
A. VacuFlush® Sanitation System........................................................................ 4
B. Headwith OverboardDischarge........................................................................ 5
C. DocksidePump-Out ......................................................................................... 6
J - 7 SYSTEMMAINTENANCE ........................................................................................... 6
A. CleanVentsandScreens .................................................................................. 6
B. Winterizing the Water System ........................................................................... 7
C. Winterizing the Waste System .......................................................................... 7
VENTILATIONAND DRAINAGESYSTEMS .............................................................................................. 1
K - 1 ENGINECOMPARTMENTVENTILATION.................................................................... 1
A. GravityVentilation System................................................................................ 1
B. ForcedAir Ventilation ........................................................................................ 1
C. EngineVentilationSystemMaintenance ........................................................... 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