FUSION POWER BOATS 17 User manual

** Please keep this manual in a secure place, and hand it
over to the new owner when you sell the boat **

Contents
Introduction................................................................................................................................................... 1
Safety Symbols............................................................................................................................................... 2
Disclaimer ...................................................................................................................................................... 3
1. Boat Safety Recommendations.................................................................................................................. 4
1.1. Required Safety Equipment per Category............................................................................................... 4
1.2. Boat owners' and users' responsibilities ............................................................................................... 10
1.3. Pre-operation Check List ....................................................................................................................... 12
1.4. Man Overboard Prevention and Recovery............................................................................................ 12
2. Product Overview .................................................................................................................................... 13
2.1 Model Comparison................................................................................................................................. 13
2.2. Stability and Buoyancy.......................................................................................................................... 15
2.3. Builders Plate ........................................................................................................................................ 15
2.4. Identification......................................................................................................................................... 16
3. Manufacturing Breakdown ...................................................................................................................... 17
3.1. Transom Board...................................................................................................................................... 17
3.2. Transom Heights ................................................................................................................................... 17
4. Conduit Layout......................................................................................................................................... 18
5. Drainage................................................................................................................................................... 19
5.1. Bungs .................................................................................................................................................... 19
6. Deck Wash System................................................................................................................................... 21
7. Live Bait Water Aeration System.............................................................................................................. 21
8. Thru Hull and Seacock Location ............................................................................................................... 22
8.1. Fusion 17............................................................................................................................................... 22
8.2. Fusion 19 and 21................................................................................................................................... 22
9. Bilge Pump............................................................................................................................................... 22
9.1. Bilge pumps and outlets........................................................................................................................ 23
10. Deck Hatch............................................................................................................................................. 23
11. Fuel Tank Layout .................................................................................................................................... 23
11.1. Fusion 17............................................................................................................................................. 23
11.2. Fusion 19 & Fusion 21......................................................................................................................... 24
12. Swimming Platform................................................................................................................................ 26

13. Casting Platform..................................................................................................................................... 26
14. Windscreen............................................................................................................................................ 26
15. Wiring Diagram ...................................................................................................................................... 27
16. Battery ................................................................................................................................................... 28
16.1. Cleaning the batteries......................................................................................................................... 29
17. Mounting of the Outboard..................................................................................................................... 29
18. Hydraulic Steering System...................................................................................................................... 29
19. Engine Start............................................................................................................................................ 30
20. Trailer Maintenance............................................................................................................................... 30
20.1. Unbraked Axle Maintenance Instructions........................................................................................... 30
20. 2. Braked Axle Maintenance Instructions............................................................................................... 32
21. Trailer Warranty..................................................................................................................................... 33
22. Factory Warranty ................................................................................................................................... 34
Figure 1........................................................................................................................................................ 11
Figure 2........................................................................................................................................................ 15
Figure 3........................................................................................................................................................ 16
Figure 4........................................................................................................................................................ 18
Figure 5........................................................................................................................................................ 19
Figure 6........................................................................................................................................................ 20
Figure 7........................................................................................................................................................ 21
Figure 8........................................................................................................................................................ 21
Figure 9........................................................................................................................................................ 25
Figure 10...................................................................................................................................................... 27
Figure 11...................................................................................................................................................... 28
Figure 12...................................................................................................................................................... 29

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Introduction
Congratulations on the purchase of your Fusion Power Boat!
This instruction manual contains all the necessary information for using and maintaining your
boat. Detailing information about the boat, systems installed, general information about
handling, maintenance, assembly, safety and taking care of the boat. Read the manual carefully
and familiarize yourself with your boat before you start to use it.
Ensure that the anticipated wind and wave conditions correspond to the design category of your
boat, and that you and your crew can handle the boat in these conditions. This owner's manual
is not a substitute for boating safety skills or good seamanship. If this is your first boat or if this
boat type is new to you, ensure that you can handle the boat before you set out for the first
time.
For information about local sea schools and approved instructors, please ask your boat dealer,
the local boat clubs and national motorboat or yacht federations for advice.
This owner’s manual is not a detailed maintenance or troubleshooting guide. If problems occur,
contact the boat manufacturer or its local representative. When you need maintenance or repair
and alteration work, always turn to competent and trained professionals. Changes that can
affect the boat’s security features must be assessed, carried out and documented by competent
professionals. The boat manufacturer cannot be held responsible for unauthorized
modifications. Every change to the boat’s centre of gravity (from highly mounted heavy
equipment or a new engine type etc.) significantly affects the stability, trim, and performance
of the boat.
In case something does not work satisfactorily with your boat or its equipment, you can check
the service documents for possible service and repair measures. If uncertain, always contact
your dealer or the Fusion Power Boats factory for advice.
It is important to check your buoyancy foam every 5-years and service your motor annually or
as recommended by your local representative.

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Safety Symbols
This manual uses the following safety alerts to draw your attention to special safety instructions
that should be followed.
Denotes that an extreme intrinsic hazard exists
which would result in high probability of death or
irreparable injury if proper precautions are not
taken.
Denotes that a hazard exists which can result in
injury or death if proper precautions are not taken.
Denotes a reminder of safety practices or
directs attention to unsafe practices which could
result in personal injury or damage to the craft or
components or to the environment.
Information that is important but not
hazard related.

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Disclaimer
The material in this manual is for information purposes only.
Fusion Power Boats reserves the right to change the products without prior notice to improve
reliability, function, design, or other characteristics of the products. Fusion Power Boats
assumes no liability for any damages, losses, costs, or expenses arising out of or relating to the
use of this manual or the products described herein.
Fusion Power Boats makes no representations and warranties with respect to this manual,
either express or implied, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability
and fitness for a particular purpose.

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1. Boat Safety Recommendations
•The boat owner is responsible for making sure that the safety equipment on the boat
meets the rules and regulations of the local authorities.
•The boat owner is responsible for making sure they are aware of and follow local
environmental laws.
•Always keep the necessary safety equipment up to date and on the boat.
•When loading the boat, never exceed the maximum recommended load of the boat, as
shown on the builder’s plate.
•Always load the boat carefully and distribute loads appropriately to maintain design
trim.
•When out on the water, always use the seats intended for the passengers.
•Do not exceed the maximum number of persons allowed in the boat for the allocated
category, as shown on the builder’s plate.
•The total weight of the persons on board and their personal luggage must never exceed
the maximum load of the boat as shown on the builder’s plate.
•Local authorities require that you carry a life jacket, for each person aboard your vessel.
We recommend always wearing a life jacket while boating.
•The operator of the boat must always wear a switch lanyard while driving. In the event
of accidental ejection or loss of balance, the boat will shut off automatically.
1.1. Required Safety Equipment per Category
** The below safety equipment requirements are based on the
South African Marine Authority’s specifications**
IMPORTANT
•A valid certificate of competency is required (Skippers Licence).
•The skipper must have completed a valid radio course should he/she register for
category D/C or B. The VHF radio must be registered with ICASA.
•The registration numbers issued must appear on both sides of the vessel in a highly
visible contrasting colour:
maximum –150mm x 25mm
minimum –100mm x 20mm
•The road trailer is clearly marked with:
-the owner’s name,
-the owner’s telephone number, and
-the registration number of the vessel.
•All safety equipment is clearly marked with the vessel’s registration number.
•Tool kit should contain at least 2 screw drivers (flat and star), water pump pliers, Q20
and duct tape.

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Required extra equipment for night operation –skipper to be night rated:
•Appropriate navigation lights.
•All-round White Light.
•Waterproof torch with spare batteries and bulb.
•Illuminated compass.
1.1.1. Fusion 17
Category C
Power Driven Vessels operating more than 5 nautical miles but not more than 15
nautical miles from shore.
** The vessel must be equipped with two motors for this category. **
➢Approved 100N life jacket per person –S.A.M.S.A approved (Refer to builders’
plate).
➢Two (2) hand-held red distress flares.
➢Two (2) parachute flares.
➢One (1) floating orange smoke marker.
➢One (1) sound signalling device (other than a life jacket whistle). Only on vessels
operating West of Port Alfred.
➢Marine VHF Radio –Channel 16 and 1 other working channel OR 29MHZ Radio –
channel A, B, and C.
➢Suitable magnetic compass (with which bearings can be taken).
➢Suitable approved fire extinguisher –one (1) per engine –serviced annually.
➢Capsize bottle and rope: rope to be minimum 1.5 times the length of the vessel.
➢Two (2) space blankets.
➢One (1) litre water per person.
➢First Aid kit.
➢Spares and tools.
➢Emergency steering.
➢Suitable 3kg anchor, 3m chain and 100m 3-strand rope.
➢ID sheet –where vessel is not of highly conspicuous colour.
➢Navigation chart for area of operation –corrected or renewed every six years.

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Category D
Power Driven Vessels operating more than 1 nautical miles but not more than 5
nautical miles from shore.
➢Approved 100N life jacket per person –S.A.M.S.A approved (Refer to builders’
plate).
➢Two (2) hand-held red distress flares.
➢Two (2) parachute flares.
➢One (1) floating orange smoke marker.
➢One (1) sound signalling device (other than a life-jacket whistle) –only on vessels
operating West of Port Alfred.
➢Marine VHF Radio or VHF 5 watt handheld acceptable.
➢Suitable magnetic compass (with which bearings can be taken).
➢Suitable approved fire extinguisher –one (1) per engine –serviced annually.
➢Capsize bottle and rope: rope to be minimum 1.5 times length of vessel.
➢Two (2) space blankets.
➢One (1) litre water per person.
➢First Aid kit.
➢Spares and tools.
➢Emergency steering.
➢Two (2) paddles or oars (Only required with a single engine installation).
➢Suitable anchor 3kg, 3m chain and 100m 3-strand rope.
➢ID sheet –where vessel is not of highly conspicuous colour.
Category E
Power driven vessels operating not more than one (1) nautical mile from shore.
➢Approved 100N life jacket per person –S.A.M.S.A approved (Refer to builders’
plate).
➢One (1) projectile flare set.
➢One (1) hand-held smoke marker.
➢Suitable approved fire extinguisher –one (1) per engine –serviced annually.
➢Two (2) oars or paddles (Only required with a single engine installation).
➢Capsize bottle and rope –rope to be minimum 1.5 times length of vessel.
➢Spares and tools.
➢One (1) sound signalling device.
➢Suitable anchor 3kg, 3m chain and 50m rope.
➢Emergency steering.
➢ID sheet –where vessel is not of highly conspicuous colour.
➢First aid kit.