Monterey 400 Sport User manual

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MONTEREY
BOATS
WELCOME
Dear Valued Customer,
Welcome to the Monterey Life!
We would like to extend to you our “Thank You” for choosing a Monterey boat!
You have made an investment in our product and we are condent you will enjoy
many years of boating pleasure. Your new boat has been built to the standards set
forth by the United States Coast Guard and National Marine Manufacturers Associa-
tion. We are proud to have you in our “Family!”
At this time, we need you to read your owner’s manual and become familiar with all
systems on your boat. Make certain that you and your dealer have lled out and
mailed your warranty registration card back to us here at the factory. It is very im-
portant to us and it is also a U.S. Federal Regulation.
This manual is an important aid in the operation and maintenance of your boat. The
information is intended as a guide and cannot cover every question you may have
about your boat and boating in general. We encourage you to contact your dealership
for any additional information you might need. If there is a question about your boat
that can’t be answered by your dealer, please contact our factory direct by calling
the Monterey Boats Customer Service Department, [phone] or online if you
prefer at: www[email protected].
If you are new to boating, we recommend you participate in a boating class or group
to gain more knowledge and condence. Contact your dealer, local U.S. Coast Guard
or U.S. Power Squadron Organizations for information in your area.
With proper care, routine service and preventive maintenance, your Monterey boat
will not only reward you with enjoyment, but with reliability, dependability and one
of the higher resale values in today’s boating industry.
Enjoy your new boat and please respect our environment at all times. Always re-
member to practice safe boating procedures for your protection as well as those
around you.
Sincerely,
The M.O.S.T. (Monterey Owners Support Team)

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MONTEREY
BOATS
BOAT INFORMATION
All information, illustrations, and specications contained in this manual are based on the
latest product information available at the time of publication. Monterey Boats reserves
the right to make changes at anytime, without notice, in colors, materials, equipment,
specications, and models.
Please ll out the following information section and leave it in your Monterey owner’s manual.
This information will be important for you and Monterey service personnel to know, if you
may need to call them for technical assistance or service.
MAKE:
SERIAL #:
MODEL:
BTU OUTPUT:
PHONE:
REPRESENTATIVE:
AIR CONDITIONER
NAME:
DEALER/PHONE:
ADDRESS:
SERVICE MANAGER:
ADDRESS:
SALESMAN:
DEALER MONTEREY
MODEL:
PURCHASE DATE:
IGNITION KEYS #:
HULL SERIAL #:
DELIVERY DATE:
REGISTRATION #:
GENERATOR
MAKE:
PORT SERIAL #:
MODEL:
STARBOARD SERIAL #:
PORT SERIAL #:
MAKE: MODEL:
STARBOARD SERIAL #:
PROPELLERS
MAKE: MODEL:
KILOWATTS:
MAKE:
DIAMETER/PITCH:
SERIAL #:
RATIO:
ENGINES
BLADES:
SHAFT:
BOAT
MONTEREY E- MAIL:
DEALER E- MAIL:
DOOR KEY #: OTHER KEYS #:
IPS DRIVES

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MONTEREY
BOATS
SPECIFICATIONS
HULL LENGTH OVERALL ___________________________________________ 41 0” / 12.5 m
WEIGHT DRY _______________________________________________ 22,000 lbs / 9,979 kg
WEIGHT WITH WATER AND FUEL ______________________________ 26,345 lbs / 1,1950 kg
BEAM ____________________________________________________________ 12’ 6” / 3.8 m
DEADRISE _______________________________________________________________ 17 o
DRAFT____________________________________________________________ 45” / 114 cm
BRIDGE CLEARANCE WITH STANDARD OPTIONS & ARCH ______________ 10‘ 7“ / 3.23 m
FUEL CAPACITY_________________________________________________330 gal / 1249 ltr
WATER TANK CAPACITY ____________________________________________ 75 gal / 284 ltr
WASTE TANK CAPACITY ____________________________________________ 39 gal / 147 ltr
MAXIMUM HORSEPOWER ______________________________________ T-435 hp / T-320 kw
MAXIMUM NUMBER OF PERSONS ____________________________________________ 12
MAXIMUM PERSON WEIGHT _____________________________________ 1,984 lbs / 900 kg
MAXIMUM PERSONS / GEAR WEIGHT ____________________________3,307 lbs / 1,500 kg
Note: Dry weight is the average weight of the base boat without options, fuel,
water, waste, batteries or gear.

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MONTEREY
BOATS
CERTIFICATIONS & SPECIFICATIONS
To be in compliance with European directives for recreational boats as published by the
International Organization for Standardization (ISO) in effect at the time this boat was
manufactured, we are providing the following information.
Manufacturer:
Name SEABRING MARINE INDUSTRIES, INC., d.b.a. Monterey Boats
Address 1579 SW 18th St.
Williston, FL Zip Code: 32696
Identification Numbers:
Hull Identification Number US-RGF
Intended Design Category:
Ocean (Cat A) Inshore (Cat C)
Offshore (Cat B) Sheltered Waters (Cat D)
Weight and Maximum Capacities:
Unladen Weight - Kilograms (Pounds) MLCC = 10,160 KG (22,400 lbs)
Maximum Load - Weight- Kilograms (Pounds) MLDC = 12,850 kg / (28329 lbs)
Number of People / Load 12 People / 1500 kg
Maximum Rated Engine Horsepower - Kilowatts (Horsepower) 649 kw (870 hp)
Certifications:
Certifications & Components Covered See Declaration of Conformity
Boat cetified by IMCI (#0009) under certificate BMOHT025
(For Export Only)

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MONTEREY
BOATS
All instructions given in this book are as seen from
the stern looking toward the bow with starboard
being to your right, and port to your left. The
information and precautions listed in this manual
are not all inclusive. It may be general in nature in
some cases and detailed in others and is designed
to provide you a basic understanding of your Mon-
terey boat and some of the responsibilities that
go along with owning/operating your boat.
The suppliers of some of the major components
such as engines, pumps, and appliances, provide
their own owner’s manuals which have been
included with your boat. You should read the
information in this manual and the manuals of
other suppliers completely and have a thorough
understanding of all component systems and their
proper operation before operating your boat.
REMEMBER - IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO ENSURE THAT
YOUR BOAT IS SAFE FOR YOU AND YOUR PASSENGERS.
ALWAYS EXERCISE GOOD COMMON SENSE WHEN INSTALLING
EQUIPMENT AND OPERATING THE BOAT.
Warranty and Warranty Registration Cards
The Monterey Limited Warranty Statement is in-
cluded with your boat. It has been written to be
clearly stated and easily understood. If you have
any questions after reading the warranty, please
contact the Monterey Boats Customer Service
Department
Monterey, engine manufacturers, and the sup-
pliers of major components maintain their own
manufacturer’s warranty and service facilities. It
is important that you properly complete the war-
ranty registration cards included with your boat
and engines and mail them back to the manu-
facturer to register your ownership. This should
be done within 15 days of the date of purchase
and before the boat is put into service. A form
for recording this information for your records is
provided at the beginning of this manual. This
information will be important for you and service
personnel to know, if and when you may need
service or technical information.
The boat warranty registration requires the Hull
Identication Number “HIN” which is located
on the starboard side of the transom, just below
the rubrail. The engine and generator warranty
registration requires the engine serial numbers.
Please refer to the engine and generator owner’s
manual for the location of the serial numbers.
IMPORTANT:
The terms and conditions of the Monterey Boats
Limited Warranty are outlined in the warranty
statement included in this manual. The manu-
facturer will automatically honor the warranty to
the original purchaser for 15 days from the date
of purchase. However, during that 15 day period,
owners must comply with the steps outlined in the
warranty statement to validate their warranty.
All boat manufacturers are required by the Federal
Boat Safety Act of 1971 to notify rst time own-
ers in the event any defect is discovered “which
creates a substantial risk of personal injury to
the public.” It is essential that we have your
warranty registration card complete with
your name and mailing address in our les so
that we can comply with the law if it should
become necessary.
Your Monterey Boats Dealer will assist you in ll-
ing in the hull number and other data required on
your Registration Card. Check to see that your
card is complete and signed. Detach and mail.
Your Warranty Registration Card will be added to
our permanent les.
Transferring the Limited Structural Warranty
For a transfer fee, MONTEREY BOATS will offer to
extend a Transferable Limited Structural Hull War-
ranty to subsequent owners of Monterey boats.
Please refer to the Monterey Limited Warranty
Statement for the terms and conditions of the
Transferable Limited Structural Hull Warranty and
the procedure to transfer the warranty.
Product Changes
Monterey is committed to the continuous im-
provement of our boats. As a result, some of the
equipment described in this manual or pictured in
the catalog may change or no longer be available.
All information, illustrations, and specica-
tions contained in this manual are based
on the latest product information available
at the time of publication. Monterey Boats
reserves the right to make changes at any-
time, without notice, in colors, materials,
equipment, specications, and models. If
you have questions about the equipment on your
Monterey, please contact the Monterey Boats
Customer Service Department.
INTRODUCTION & IMPORTANT INFORMATION

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MONTEREY
BOATS
Service
All warranty repairs must be performed by an
authorized Monterey Dealer. Should a problem
develop that is related to faulty workmanship or
materials, as stated in the Limited Warranty, you
should contact your Monterey dealer to arrange
for the necessary repair. If you are not near your
INTRODUCTION & IMPORTANT INFORMATION
dealer or another authorized Monterey dealer or
the dealer fails to remedy the cause of the prob-
lem, then contact Monterey within 15 days. It is
the boat owner’s responsibility to deliver the
boat to the dealer for warranty service.

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MONTEREY
BOATS
MONTEREY BOATS warrants to the original retail purchaser of its product beginning with the 2008 models that it will repair
or replace defects in materials and workmanship found to exist in its product during the applicable warranty periods dened
below if purchased from an authorized MONTEREY BOATS dealer, subject to the exclusions, limitations, conditions and provi-
sions noted below. All repairs and replacements under the following warranties will be performed by MONTEREY BOATS or an
authorized MONTEREY BOATS dealer or representative selected by MONTEREY BOATS at its sole discretion.
LIFETIME LIMITED STRUCTURAL HULL AND DECK WARRANTY:
MONTEREY BOATS warrants to the original retail purchaser of its product that MONTEREY BOATS will repair or replace the
berglass hull or deck of its product if it is found to be structurally defective in materials or workmanship for as long as the
original retail purchaser owns the product. For purposes of this limited warranty: (1) a structural defect is dened as a defect
that causes the hull or deck to be unsafe or unt for use under normal operating conditions; (2) the berglass hull is dened
as the single berglass molded shell and integral berglass structural components including stringers, transom and related
structural components which are below the hull ange; and (3) the deck is dened as the single berglass molded shell and
integral berglass structural components attached to the hull ange. This warranty is further subject to the exclusions, limita-
tions, conditions and provisions noted below.
TEN-YEAR TRANSFERABLE LIMITED STRUCTURAL HULL AND DECK WARRANTY:
Beginning with the 2008 models, MONTEREY BOATS also offers a Ten-Year Transferable Limited Structural Hull and Deck War-
ranty. Under this warranty, MONTEREY BOATS will repair or replace the berglass hull or deck if it is found to be structurally
defective in materials or workmanship within the rst ten (10) years after the date of purchase by the original retail purchaser.
For purposes of this warranty: (1) a structural defect is dened as a defect that causes the hull or deck to be unsafe or unt
for use under normal operating conditions; (2) the berglass hull is dened as the single berglass molded shell and integral
berglass structural components including stringers, transom and related structural components which are below the hull
ange; and (3) the deck is dened as the single berglass molded shell and integral berglass structural components attached
to the hull ange. This warranty may be transferred to subsequent purchasers (hereinafter “new owner”) provided the new
owner registers the transfer and pays the transfer fee in accordance with the requirements set forth below. This transfer will
only apply to the balance of any warranty period left during the ten (10) year period commencing on the date of purchase by
the original retail purchaser.
1. The request for transfer must be made in writing by the new owner and sent within thirty (30) days of the date of his/her
purchase of the boat to:
MONTEREY BOATS
1579 SW 18th Street
Williston, Florida 32696
2. The request must include: A copy of the bill of sale with the Hull ID number, the new owner’s name and address and a
Certied Check or Money Order for the correct transfer fee amount.
3. The transfer fee is $300.00 for boats with hull lengths under 27’, $500.00 for boats with hull lengths from 27’ but under
33’, and $700.00 for boats with hull lengths 33’ and over.
In the event berglass hull or deck work is required, the new owner must return the boat to the original selling dealer
or to a dealer authorized to service MONTEREY BOATS products. The cost of returning the boat to and from MONTEREY
BOATS or an authorized MONTEREY BOATS dealer or representative will be the sole responsibility of the new owner. This
warranty is further subject to the exclusions, limitations, conditions and provisions noted below.
FIVE-YEAR LIMITED HULL BLISTER WARRANTY:
MONTEREY BOATS warrants to the original retail purchaser of its product that MONTEREY BOATS will repair any osmotic blisters
which occur on the underwater gelcoated surfaces of the hull as a result of defects in materials or workmanship within ve (5)
years from the date of purchase by the original retail purchaser according to the following prorated schedule provided that the
original factory gelcoat surface has not been altered in any way:
1. Up to two (2) years from the date of original retail purchase, MONTEREY BOATS will pay 100% of the repair costs.
2. After two (2) years but up to three (3) years from the date of original retail purchase, MONTEREY BOATS will pay 85%
of the repair costs.
3. After three (3) years but up to four (4) years from the date of original retail purchase, MONTEREY BOATS will pay 65%
of the repair costs.
4. After four (4) years but up to ve (5) years from the date of original retail purchase, MONTEREY BOATS will pay 35% of
the repair costs.
5. After ve (5) years from the date of original retail purchase, MONTEREY BOATS will pay 0% of the repair costs.
MONTEREY BOATS LIFETIME LIMITED WARRANTY
WARRANTY

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MONTEREY
BOATS
Alterations which will void this warranty include, without limitation, damage, accident repair, sanding, scraping, sandblasting,
or improper surface preparation for application of a marine barrier coating or bottom paint. A marine barrier coating must be
properly applied to the hull bottom if the boat is to be moored in water for periods of more than sixty (60) days in any ninety
(90) day period and a marine barrier coating is also required if the boat is to be bottom painted. This warranty is further subject
to the exclusions, limitations, conditions and provisions noted below.
TWO-YEAR EXTERIOR COSMETIC GELCOAT LIMITED WARRANTY:
MONTEREY BOATS warrants to the original retail purchaser of its product that MONTEREY BOATS will correct or repair any
cracking, crazing or fading of, and any air voids in, the exterior gelcoat surface of the boat as result of defects in materials or
workmanship within two (2) years from the date of purchase by the original retail purchaser according to the following prorated
schedule provided that the original factory gelcoat surface has not been altered in any way:
1. Up to twelve (12) months from the date of original retail purchase, MONTEREY BOATS will pay 100% of the repair
costs.
2. After twelve (12) months but up to fteen (15) months from the date of original retail purchase, MONTEREY BOATS will
pay 55% of the repair costs.
3. After fteen (15) months but up to twenty-four (24) months from the date of original retail purchase, MONTEREY BOATS
will pay 30% of the repair costs.
4. After twenty-four (24) months from the date of original retail purchase, MONTEREY BOATS will pay 0% of the repair
costs.
Alterations which will void this warranty include, without limitation, damage, accident repair, sanding, scraping, sandblasting,
improper surface preparation for application of a marine barrier coating or paint, or if damage to the exterior gelcoat surface
results from or is attributable to the addition of items not installed by MONTEREY BOATS. This warranty is further subject to
the exclusions, limitations, conditions and provisions noted below.
LIMITED WARRANTY FOR NON-STRUCTURAL PARTS AND COMPONENTS:
MONTEREY BOATS warrants to the original retail purchaser of its product that MONTEREY BOATS will repair or replace the
following described non-structural parts and components for the reasons and during the periods indicated below measured
from the date of purchase by the original retail purchaser whether or not separately warranted by the part or component
manufacturer:
1. Canvas: if it fades or dry rots within ve (5) years or if it is found to be defective in materials or workmanship within two
(2) years.
2. Upholstery: if it is found to be defective in materials or workmanship within two (2) years.
3. All other non-structural parts and components: if they are found to be defective in materials or workmanship within one
(1) year.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED:
The limited warranties set forth above do not cover:
1. Engines, outdrives, generators, air conditioners, and trim tabs;
2. Any boat that has been repaired or altered by persons other than MONTEREY BOATS or an authorized MONTEREY BOATS
dealer or representative or modied in any way so as to affect its use and operation;
3. Any boat used for racing or for rental or commercial purposes or that has been subject to misuse, neglect, accident or
structural modication;
4. Normal wear, tear, deterioration (including rust) of hardware, vinyl coverings, vinyl and fabric upholstery, plastic, stainless
steel, other metal, wood, and trim tape.
5. Any defect caused by the failure of the owner to provide reasonable care and maintenance.
6. Installation of engines, generators, air conditioners, wake board towers, parts or other after market accessories produced,
installed or attached by anyone other than MONTEREY BOATS.
7. Loss of time, inconvenience, loss of the use of the boat or other matters not specically covered hereunder; and
8. Any boat purchased by a consumer through an authorized dealer located in the United States, which said boat is registered
and/or operated outside the United States.
WARRANTY

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BOATS
GENERAL PROVISIONS:
All general, special, indirect, incidental and/or consequential damages are excluded from this warranty and are totally disclaimed
by MONTEREY BOATS. It is the intent of the parties that the Owner’s sole and exclusive remedy is the repair or replacement
of the product or its allegedly defective component parts and that no other legal or equitable remedies shall be available to
said owner. Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages so the inclusion of incidental or
consequential damages may not apply to you. This is a limited warranty. MONTEREY BOATS makes no warranty other than
contained herein. To the extent allowed by law any warranties of merchantability or tness for a particular purpose arising in
state law are expressly excluded. To the extent allowed by law, any implied warranty of merchantability is limited to the duration
of the limited warranty applicable to the particular warranted part, component, or defect. All obligations of MONTEREY BOATS
are specically set forth herein. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above
limitation may not apply to you. MONTEREY BOATS’ obligation with respect to this warranty is limited to making repairs to or
replacing the defective parts and no claim for breach of warranty shall be cause for cancellation or rescission of the contract
or sale for any boat manufactured by MONTEREY BOATS.
MONTEREY BOATS will discharge its obligations under this warranty as rapidly as possible, but cannot guarantee any specic
completion date due to the different nature of claims which may be made and services which may be required. This limited
warranty gives you specic legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state. No person,
including a MONTEREY BOATS dealer, is authorized to make any repairs or replacements under this warranty without the prior
written approval of MONTEREY BOATS. MONTEREY BOATS shall in no way be responsible for any repairs not Pre-Authorized
by a MONTEREY BOATS Customer Service Manager or repairs performed by a repair shop not Pre-Authorized by a MONTEREY
BOATS Customer Service Manager.
MONTEREY BOATS does not authorize any person to create or assume for it any other obligation or liability with respect to its
products. The sales personnel or other employees of MONTEREY BOATS dealers are not authorized to make warranties con-
cerning MONTEREY BOATS products. No brochure, pamphlet or other written or pictorial presentation constitutes a warranty
or representation as to any aspect of MONTEREY BOATS products.
MONTEREY BOATS shall have no obligation under this Lifetime Limited Warranty unless and until each of the following condi-
tions are met:
1. The original retail purchaser of its product or the MONTEREY BOATS dealer either completes and returns the Warranty
Registration to MONTEREY BOATS by mail or facsimile or the MONTEREY BOATS dealer registers the Warranty electroni-
cally “online” within fteen (15) days from the date the product is delivered to the original retail purchaser;
2. Notice of each warranty claim is given to the MONTEREY BOATS dealer within a reasonable period of time after discovery
of any claimed defect;
3. Notice of each warranty claim is made in writing to MONTEREY BOATS within the applicable time periods identied in the
respective warranties as measured from the date of purchase by the original retail purchaser; and
4. All transportation charges incurred in transporting the boat for warranty work are paid for by the owner.
MONTEREY BOATS reserves the right to make changes at any time, without notice, in prices or to make changes in design,
colors, specications, equipment, options, materials, etc., and MONTEREY BOATS shall be under no obligation to equip or
modify product built prior to such changes.
IMPORTANT: Proper registration of the Warranty with MONTEREY BOATS is important for purposes of recording customer
information for notication and correction of product defects under the Federal Boat Safety Act.
MONTEREY BOATS is the registered tradename and trademark of SEABRING MARINE INDUSTRIES, INC., a Florida corporation,
the warrantor herein.
SEABRING MARINE INDUSTRIES, INC.
d.b.a. MONTEREY BOATS
1579 SW 18th Street – Williston, Florida 32696
Telephone [phone] / Facsimile [phone]
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WARRANTY

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MONTEREY
BOATS
SAFETY INFORMATION
Your Monterey owner’s manual has been written to include a number of safety instructions to assure
the safe operation and maintenance of your boat. These instructions are in the form of DANGER,
WARNING, and CAUTION statements. The following denitions apply:
IMMEDIATE HAZARDS WHICH WILL RESULT IN
SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
HAZARDS OR UNSAFE PRACTICES WHICH
COULD RESULT IN SEVERE PERSONAL
INJURY OR DEATH.
HAZARDS OR UNSAFE PRACTICES WHICH
COULD RESULT IN MINOR PERSONAL INJURY
OR PRODUCT AND PROPERTY DAMAGE.
All instructions given in this book are as seen from the stern looking toward the bow, with starboard
being to your right, and port to your left. A glossary of boating terms is included.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Your boat uses internal combustion engines and ammable fuel. Every pre-
caution has been taken by Monterey to reduce the risks associated with possible injury and damage
from re or explosion, but your own precaution and good maintenance procedures are necessary in
order to enjoy safe operation of your boat.

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BOATS
Registration and Numbering
Federal law requires that all undocumented ves-
sels equipped with propulsion machinery be regis-
tered in the State of principal use. A certicate of
number will be issued upon registering the boat.
These numbers must be displayed on your boat.
The owner/operator of a boat must carry a valid
certicate of number whenever the boat is in use.
When moved to a new State of principal use, the
certicate is valid for 60 days.
In order to be valid, the numbers must be installed
to the proper specications. Check with your
dealer or state boating authority for numbering
requirements. The Coast Guard issues the cer-
ticate of number in Alaska; all others are issued
by the state.
Insurance
In most States the boat owner is legally respon-
sible for damages or injuries he or someone else
operating the boat causes. Responsible boaters
carry adequate liability and property damage in-
surance for their boat. You should also protect the
boat against physical damage and theft. Some
States have laws requiring minimum insurance
coverage. Contact your dealer or state boating
authority for information on the insurance require-
ments in your boating area.
Reporting Boating accidents
All boating accidents must be reported by the op-
erator or owner of the boat to the proper marine
law enforcement authority for the state in which
the accident occurred. Immediate notication is
required if a person dies or disappears as a result
of a recreational boating accident.
If a person dies or there are injuries requiring
more than rst aid, a formal report must be led
within 48 hours.
A formal report must be made within 10 days for
accidents involving more than $500.00 damage
or the complete loss of a boat.
A Boating Accident Report form is located near
the back of this manual to assist you in reporting
an accident. If you need additional information
regarding accident reporting, please call the Boat-
ing Safety Hotline, 800-368-5647.
Education
If you are not an experienced boater, we recom-
mend that the boat operator and other people
that normally accompany the operator, enroll in a
boating safety course. Organizations such as the
U.S. Power Squadrons, United States Coast Guard
Auxiliary, State Boating Authorities and the Ameri-
can Red Cross offer excellent boating educational
programs. These courses are worthwhile even for
experienced boaters to sharpen your skills or bring
you up to date on current rules and regulations.
They can also help in providing local navigational
information when moving to a new boating area.
Contact your dealer, State Boating Authority or the
Boating Safety Hotline, 800-368-5647 for further
information on boating safety courses.
Required Equipment
U.S. Coast Guard regulations require certain
equipment on each boat. The Coast Guard also
sets minimum safety standards for vessels and
associated equipment. To meet these standards
some of the equipment must be Coast Guard ap-
proved. “Coast Guard Approved Equipment” has
been determined to be in compliance with USCG
specications and regulations relating to perfor-
mance, construction, or materials. The equipment
requirements vary according to the length, type
of boat, and the propulsion system. Some of the
Coast Guard equipment is described in the Safety
Equipment chapter of this manual. For a more
detailed description, obtain “Federal Requirements
And Safety Tips For Recreational Boats” by con-
tacting the Boating Safety Hotline [phone]
or your local marine dealer or retailer.
Some state and local agencies impose similar
equipment requirements on waters that do not fall
under Coast Guard jurisdiction. These agencies
may also require additional equipment that is not
required by the Coast Guard. Your dealer or local
boating authority can provide you with additional
information for the equipment requirements for
your boating area.
OWNER’S / OPERATOR’S INFORMATION

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MONTEREY
BOATS
NEW BOAT DELIVERY
Your Monterey boat is inspected at each step of the manufacturing process. Before leaving the fac-
tory, every Monterey boat undergoes a thorough check for systems operation, t and nish. Your
Monterey Dealer also performs a Pre-Delivery inspection prior to nal delivery. When the new boat
is delivered to you, the customer, a nal check is performed during orientation. Both the Pre-Deliv-
ery and Final Delivery inspections are documented to ensure trouble free operation and returned to
Monterey Boats.
At the time of new boat delivery, your Monterey Dealer will ask you to sign the completed Inspection
Report at the same time as the Warranty Registrations for the boat and other accessory equipment. By
signing these documents, you acknowledge that you have reviewed and understand all information.

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MONTEREY
BOATS
WELCOME .................................................................................................................................................................................. 3
BOAT INFORMATION ................................................................................................................................................................ 4
SPECIFICATIONS........................................................................................................................................................................ 5
CERTIFICATIONS & SPECIFICATIONS.................................................................................................................................... 6
INTRODUCTION & IMPORTANT INFORMATION ................................................................................................................... 7
WARRANTY................................................................................................................................................................................... 9
MONTEREY BOATS LIFETIME LIMITED WARRANTY............................................................................................................. 9
SAFETY INFORMATION ........................................................................................................................................................... 12
OWNER’S / OPERATOR’S INFORMATION ............................................................................................................................. 13
NEW BOAT DELIVERY.............................................................................................................................................................. 14
Chapter 1:
PROPULSION SYSTEM
1.1 General ................................................................................................................................................................................ 19
1.2 Drive Systems....................................................................................................................................................................... 19
1.3 Engine Exhaust System........................................................................................................................................................ 19
1.4 Engine Cooling System........................................................................................................................................................ 20
1.5 Propellers............................................................................................................................................................................. 20
1.6 Performance Issues and Propellers ..................................................................................................................................................................... 20
1.7 Engine and Helm Instrumentation ...................................................................................................................................... 21
Chapter 2:
HELM CONTROL SYSTEMS
2.1 General ................................................................................................................................................................................ 25
2.2 Engine Throttle and Shift Controls ...................................................................................................................................... 25
2.3 Steering System.................................................................................................................................................................... 26
2.4 Trim Tabs ............................................................................................................................................................................ 27
2.5 Control Systems Maintenance ............................................................................................................................................. 28
Chapter 3:
FUEL SYSTEM
3.1 General ................................................................................................................................................................................ 31
3.2 Diesel Engine Fuel System .................................................................................................................................................. 32
3.3 Generator Fuel System ........................................................................................................................................................ 33
3.4 Fueling Instructions............................................................................................................................................................. 34
3.5 Fuel System Maintenance.................................................................................................................................................... 35
Chapter 4:
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
4.1 General ................................................................................................................................................................................ 37
4.2 12-Volt System...................................................................................................................................................................... 37
4.3 120-Volt System ................................................................................................................................................................... 47
4.4 Generator ............................................................................................................................................................................ 52
4.5 Bonding System.................................................................................................................................................................... 53
4.6 Electrical System Maintenance............................................................................................................................................ 53
4.7 AC Line Load Estimator ...................................................................................................................................................... 55
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Chapter 5:
FRESH WATER SYSTEM
5.1 General ................................................................................................................................................................................ 57
5.2 Fresh Water System Operation ............................................................................................................................................ 57
5.3 Water Heater ....................................................................................................................................................................... 58
5.4 Shore Water Connection ..................................................................................................................................................... 58
5.5 Shower Operation................................................................................................................................................................ 59
5.6 Fresh Water System Maintenance....................................................................................................................................... 59
Chapter 6:
RAW WATER SYSTEM
6.1 General ................................................................................................................................................................................ 61
6.2 Air Conditioning ................................................................................................................................................................. 61
6.3 Raw Water System Maintenance.......................................................................................................................................... 62
Chapter 7:
DRAINAGE SYSTEMS
7.1 General ................................................................................................................................................................................ 63
7.2 Bilge Drainage..................................................................................................................................................................... 63
7.3 Cockpit and Deck Drains..................................................................................................................................................... 64
7.4 Cabin Drains ....................................................................................................................................................................... 65
7.5 Drainage System Maintenance............................................................................................................................................ 65
Chapter 8:
VENTILATION SYSTEM
8.1 Cabin Ventilation ................................................................................................................................................................. 67
8.2 Windshield Ventilation ........................................................................................................................................................ 68
8.3 Carbon Monoxide and Proper Ventilation .......................................................................................................................... 68
8.4 Engine Compartment Ventilation......................................................................................................................................... 69
8.5 Maintenance ........................................................................................................................................................................ 70
Chapter 9:
EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT
9.1 Deck .................................................................................................................................................................................... 71
9.3 Cockpit ................................................................................................................................................................................ 76
9.4 Hardtop and Enclosure........................................................................................................................................................ 81
Chapter 10:
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT
10.1 Head Compartments and Marine Toilets ........................................................................................................................... 83
10.2 Galley and Sink.................................................................................................................................................................. 86
10.3 Main Salon ......................................................................................................................................................................... 88
10.4 Air Conditioners ................................................................................................................................................................ 90
10.5 Master Stateroom ............................................................................................................................................................... 91
10.6 Aft Stateroom ..................................................................................................................................................................... 92
10.7 Entertainment System......................................................................................................................................................... 93
10.8 Cabin Floors and Woodwork ............................................................................................................................................ 95
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Chapter 11:
SAFETY EQUIPMENT
11.1 General............................................................................................................................................................................... 97
11.2 Engine Alarms .................................................................................................................................................................... 97
11.3 Neutral Safety Switch ......................................................................................................................................................... 97
11.4 Required Safety Equipment ................................................................................................................................................ 98
11.5 Automatic Fire Extinguishing System ............................................................................................................................... 99
11.6 Carbon Monoxide Monitoring System ............................................................................................................................ 101
11.7 First Aid............................................................................................................................................................................ 102
11.8 Additional Safety Equipment............................................................................................................................................ 102
11.9 Caution and Warning Labels............................................................................................................................................ 103
Chapter 12:
OPERATION
12.1 General ............................................................................................................................................................................ 105
12.2 Rules of the Road ............................................................................................................................................................. 105
12.3 Pre-Cruise Check ............................................................................................................................................................. 108
12.4 Operating Your Boat ........................................................................................................................................................ 109
12.5 Docking, Anchoring and Mooring .................................................................................................................................. 110
12.6 Controls, Steering, or Propulsion System Failure:.......................................................................................................... 112
12.7 Collision........................................................................................................................................................................... 112
12.8 Grounding, Towing and Rendering Assistance................................................................................................................ 112
12.9 Flooding or Capsizing ..................................................................................................................................................... 113
12.10 Fishing ........................................................................................................................................................................... 113
12.11 Man Overboard .............................................................................................................................................................. 113
12.12 Trash Disposal ............................................................................................................................................................... 114
12.13 Transporting Your Boat.................................................................................................................................................. 114
Chapter 13:
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
13.1 Exterior Hull and Deck.................................................................................................................................................... 115
13.2 Upholstery, Canvas and Enclosures ................................................................................................................................ 119
13.3 Cabin Interior .................................................................................................................................................................. 124
13.4 Bilge and Engine Compartment....................................................................................................................................... 125
13.5 Drainage System .............................................................................................................................................................. 125
Chapter 14:
SEASONAL MAINTENANCE
14.1 Lay-up and Storage.......................................................................................................................................................... 127
14.2 Winterizing ....................................................................................................................................................................... 129
14.3 Recommissioning ............................................................................................................................................................. 131
Appendix A:
GENERAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE AND LOG ............................................................................................................. 133
Appendix B:
FLOAT PLAN............................................................................................................................................................................ 137
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Appendix C:
BOATING ACCIDENT REPORT.............................................................................................................................................. 139
Appendix D:
GLOSSARY OF TERMS............................................................................................................................................................ 143
Appendix E:
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE................................................................................................................................................ 149
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1.1 General
The Monterey 400 Sport Yacht is designed to be
powered with Volvo’s Inboard Power System (IPS)
and diesel engines. Volvo provides an owner’s in-
formation manual with its product. It is important
that you read the manual(s) very carefully and
become familiar with the proper care and opera-
tion of the engine and drive system. A warranty
registration card has been furnished with each new
engine and can be located in the engine owner’s
manual. All information requested on this card
should be lled out completely by the dealer and
purchaser and then returned to the respective
engine manufacturer as soon as possible.
CERTAIN MOVING PARTS ARE EXPOSED AND CAN
PROVE DANGEROUS TO SOMEONE UNFAMILIAR
WITH THE OPERATION AND FUNCTION OF THE
EQUIPMENT. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE ANY
ENGINE OR DRIVE COMPONENT WITHOUT BEING
TOTALLY FAMILIAR WITH THE SAFE AND PROPER
SERVICE PROCEDURES.
1.2 Drive Systems
The inboard engines are mounted in the stern and
coupled to the IPS drives which do all shifting,
steering, and propulsion functions. The IPS drives
are supplied by Volvo and have specic lubrication
and maintenance requirements.
Proper engine alignment is very important. This
was done by the factory when the engines were
installed and should not be required again unless
the an engine is removed, a drive is damaged or
an engine mount becomes loose. If you experi-
ence excessive vibrations or suspect that the
engine is out of alignment, please contact your
Monterey dealer.
Marine growth and galvanic corrosion is a con-
cern if the boat is to be kept in the water. Marine
growth occurs when components are left in the
water for extended periods and can cause poor
performance or permanent damage to the exposed
components. The type of growth and how quickly
it occurs is relative to the water conditions in your
boating area. Water temperature, pollution, cur-
rent, etc. can have an effect on marine growth.
If the boat is to be left in saltwater, the hull and
drive system must be protected with antifouling
paint. It is extremely important that the proper
antifouling paint is used on each component.
Contact your Monterey dealer for information on
the proper paint to use in your area.
Galvanic corrosion is the corrosion process oc-
curring when different metals are submerged in
an electrolyte. Sea water is an electrolyte and
submerged IPS components must be properly
protected. The drives are connected to sacricial
anodes, mounted on the transom below the wa-
terline, that prevent galvanic corrosion problems.
The anodes must be monitored and replaced as
necessary. For recommendations regarding cor-
rosion protection for the IPS system, please refer
to the engine owner’s manual.
MANY ANTIFOULING PAINTS DESIGNED FOR BOAT
HULLS CAN CAUSE SEVERE DAMAGE TOTHE IPS
DRIVE IF THEY ARE NOT PROPERLY APPLIED.
PROPER PAINT SELECTION AND PROCEDURES
MUST BE FOLLOWED WHEN PAINTING THE IPS
DRIVE. CONTACT YOUR MONTEREY DEALER OR
ENGINE MANUFACTURER FOR INFORMATION ON
THE PROPER PAINTING PROCEDURES.
1.3 Engine Exhaust System
Inboard engines use the exhaust system to expel
exhaust gases and cooling water. Engine exhaust
exits the bottom of the boat through the IPS drive
system. The system consists of engine exhaust
manifolds, exhaust hoses and the IPS drive.
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A periodic inspection of the coolant hoses, exhaust
hoses and related parts should be made to ensure
that leaks, heat deterioration or damage has not
resulted. Replace them as necessary. Refer to
the engine owner’s manual for more information
on the exhaust system in your Monterey.
DO NOT INHALE EXHAUST FUMES! EXHAUST
CONTAINS CARBON MONOXIDE THAT
IS COLORLESS AND ODORLESS. CARBON
MONOXIDE IS A DANGEROUS GAS THAT IS
POTENTIALLY LETHAL.
1.4 Engine Cooling System
All marine engines use surface water as a cooling
medium. The cooling water enters the system
through a water intake in the IPS drive and is
expelled through the exhaust system. Water
is pumped through the water inlets, circulated
through the heat exchanger, and relinquished with
the exhaust gases through the IPS drive. The wa-
ter pump uses a small impeller made of synthetic
rubber. The impeller and water pump cannot run
dry for more than a few seconds.
RUNNINGTHE ENGINE WITHOUT WATER FLOWING
TO THE WATER PUMP CAN CAUSE SERIOUS
DAMAGE TO THE WATER PUMP IMPELLER OR
ENGINE. NEVER RUN THE MOTOR WITHOUT
WATER FLOWING TO THE WATER PUMP.
Fresh Water Cooling
Installation of a “Fresh Water” or Closed” cooling
system that is cooled by a heat exchanger and
the seawater cooling system provides adequate
engine cooling without exposing the internal en-
gine cooling components to the harmful effects
of surface water. This system is standard with
all diesel engines on the 400 Sport Yacht. The
engine owner’s manual provides additional infor-
mation regarding service and maintenance of this
equipment.
A RUPTURED COOLING OR EXHAUST HOSE CAN
CAUSE SEVERE ENGINE DAMAGE OR ALLOW A
LARGE AMOUNT OF WATER TO FLOW INTO THE
BILGE. SHOULD AN ENGINE INTAKE, EXHAUST
OR COOLING HOSE RUPTURE,TURNTHE ENGINE
OFF IMMEDIATELY. PROCEED UNDER TOW
IF NECESSARY, TO A SERVICE FACILITY FOR
APPROPRIATE REPAIRS. MAINTAIN A CLOSE
VISUAL WATCH ON THE PROBLEM HOSE ANDTHE
BILGE WATER LEVEL.
1.5 Propellers
The drive unit uses dual, counter rotating propel-
lers that convert the engine’s power into thrust.
They come in a variety of styles, diameters and
pitches. Pitch is the theoretical distance traveled
by the propeller in each revolution.
The propellers that will best suit the needs of your
boat will depend somewhat on your application
and expected average load. Propeller sizes are
identied by a number or code stamped on the
prop. Always repair or replace a propeller im-
mediately if it has been damaged. A damaged
and therefore out of balance propeller can cause
vibration that can be felt in the boat and could
damage the drive gear assembly.
Please refer to the engine owner’s manual for
specic information on propellers and the proper
installation procedure.
1.6 Performance Issues and Propellers
It is extremely important that the boat is propped
to run at or very near the recommended top RPM
with an average load. If the top RPM is above or
below the recommended range, the propellers
must be changed to prevent loss of performance
and possible engine damage.
Diesel and gas engines can be damaged and the
warranty voided if the boat is not propped cor-
rectly. Always consult your Monterey or autho-
rized engine service dealer when making changes
to the propellers or if the boat does not run near
the top recommended RPM.
Your boat was shipped with propellers that typi-
cally provide optimum performance for your boat.
However there are factors that can affect perfor-
mance and propeller requirements.