Monterey Sport Cruiser 260SCR User manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction ......................................................................................... 1-1
About Your New Boat ..................................................................... 1-2
Specifications and Capacities ......................................................... 1-7
Safety.................................................................................................... 2-1
Good Boating Practices .................................................................. 2-1
Safety Decals and Statements ....................................................... 2-3
Carbon Monoxide ........................................................................... 2-5
Required Boating Safety Equipment and Regulations ................... 2-7
Recommended Safety Equipment ................................................ 2-12
Water Sports Safety ..................................................................... 2-13
Boating Regulations and Your Responsibilities .............................. 3-1
Boat Owner / Operator Responsibilities ......................................... 3-1
Safety ............................................................................................. 3-1
Registration .................................................................................... 3-1
Insurance ........................................................................................ 3-2
Reporting Accidents ....................................................................... 3-2
Operation by Minors ....................................................................... 3-2
Boating Under the Influence ........................................................... 3-2
Operator’s License and Education ................................................. 3-2
Emergency Assistance ................................................................... 3-3
Protecting the Environment ............................................................ 3-3
Fishing ............................................................................................ 3-3
Foreign Species Transportation ..................................................... 3-3
Wake .............................................................................................. 3-3
Noise .............................................................................................. 3-3
Speed ............................................................................................. 3-3
Pollution Regulations ...................................................................... 3-4
Emergencies ........................................................................................ 4-1
First Aid / Medical Emergencies ..................................................... 4-1
Emergency Preparation Checklist .................................................. 4-1
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning .......................................................... 4-1
Using Distress Signal Devices and Calling for Help ....................... 4-1
Fire and Explosion .......................................................................... 4-2
Man Overboard ............................................................................... 4-3
Capsizing and Flooding .................................................................. 4-3
Running Aground ............................................................................ 4-4
Dangerous Weather ....................................................................... 4-4
Engine or Boat System Failure ....................................................... 4-4
Accidents, Collisions and Giving Assistance .................................. 4-4
Towing on the Water ...................................................................... 4-5

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Operating in Hazardous Conditions.................................................. 5-1
Severe Weather ............................................................................. 5-1
Water Hazards ............................................................................... 5-2
Restricted Areas ............................................................................. 5-2
Markers, Warnings and Advisories ................................................. 5-2
Navigation Rules and Aids ................................................................ 6-1
Right-of-Way .................................................................................. 6-1
Audible Distress Signals ................................................................. 6-1
Navigational Lights and Night Operation ........................................ 6-1
Speed ............................................................................................. 6-2
Wake .............................................................................................. 6-2
Overtaking / Passing ...................................................................... 6-2
Meeting Head-On ........................................................................... 6-3
Crossing ......................................................................................... 6-3
Aids to Navigation .......................................................................... 6-4
Operating Your Boat ........................................................................... 7-1
Safety Precautions ......................................................................... 7-1
Before Getting Under Way ............................................................. 7-1
Getting Under Way ......................................................................... 7-5
Boat Features and Options ................................................................ 8-1
Fuel System ................................................................................... 8-1
Engine Cooling System .................................................................. 8-1
Engine Exhaust System ................................................................. 8-2
Engine Lubrication System ............................................................. 8-2
Electrical System ............................................................................ 8-2
Steering System ............................................................................. 8-6
Shift and Throttle Controls .............................................................. 8-6
Propellers ....................................................................................... 8-8
Gauges / Instruments ..................................................................... 8-9
Helm and Control Switches .......................................................... 8-12
Automatic Fire Extinguishing System ........................................... 8-15
Bilge Pump System ...................................................................... 8-15
Boat Ventilation System ............................................................... 8-15
Freshwater System ...................................................................... 8-15
Raw Water System ....................................................................... 8-18
Head and Waste Containment System ........................................ 8-19
Generator Set ............................................................................... 8-20
Air Conditioner .............................................................................. 8-23
Boat Layout and Details ............................................................... 8-25
Trailering and Launching ................................................................... 9-1
Legal Considerations ...................................................................... 9-1
Trailer Classification ....................................................................... 9-1
Trailer Type .................................................................................... 9-1
Trailer Gross Vehicle Weight Rating .............................................. 9-1
Towing Vehicle ............................................................................... 9-1
Vehicle Towing Hitch ...................................................................... 9-2
Hitch Ball and Trailer Coupler ........................................................ 9-3
Safety Chains ................................................................................. 9-3

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Trailer Brakes ................................................................................. 9-3
Trailering Guidelines ....................................................................... 9-4
Launching ....................................................................................... 9-6
Loading Guidelines ......................................................................... 9-7
General Care and Maintenance........................................................ 10-1
Engine .......................................................................................... 10-1
Fuel System .................................................................................. 10-1
Electrical System .......................................................................... 10-2
Steering System ........................................................................... 10-4
Corrosion Protection ..................................................................... 10-5
General Maintenance and Cleaning ............................................. 10-7
Raw Water System ..................................................................... 10-12
Freshwater System ..................................................................... 10-12
Head and Waste Containment System ...................................... 10-13
Safety Equipment ....................................................................... 10-13
General Boating Equipment ....................................................... 10-13
Trailer ......................................................................................... 10-13
Winterization and Storage ................................................................ 11-1
Winterization and Storage Preparation ......................................... 11-1
Storing on a Cradle or Blocks ....................................................... 11-2
Storing on a Trailer ....................................................................... 11-2
Recommissioning After Storage ................................................... 11-3
Lifting ............................................................................................ 11-4
Troubleshooting ................................................................................ 12-1
Wiring Diagrams................................................................................ 13-1
Wiring Diagrams and Harnesses .................................................. 13-1
Warranty.............................................................................................. W-1
Glossary of Nautical Terms............................................................... G-1
Index ...................................................................................................... I-1

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INTRODUCTION
Monterey Boats has long been known as a quality
boat manufacturer with a commitment to
customer satisfaction. This manual is but one
example of that commitment. We have carefully
prepared this information to assist you in the
proper operation and care of your new boat, and
some of the responsibilities that go along with
owning/operating a boat.
If you have questions about your boat not covered
in this manual, or in the other supplied
information, your dealer will be glad to assist you.
As part of your warranty responsibilities, you must
perform periodic maintenance/inspections as
outlined in this manual, the engine owner’s
manual and other information supplied in the
owner’s important papers packet. Please keep
this manual onboard for future reference and
pass it along to the new owner if you ever decide
to sell the craft.
All information, illustrations, and specifications
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 and
without incurring obligation, in colors, materials,
equipment, specifications and models.
Once again, thank you for choosing a Monterey
boat; we wish you many years of boating
enjoyment!

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ABOUT YOUR NEW BOAT
Boat Terminology
It is important that you understand, learn and use
appropriate and common nautical terminology
while boating to ensure your safety and the safety
of others.
Figure 1-1
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See the Glossary of Nautical Terms on page 13-1
for additional boating terminology.
Hull Identification, Capacity
and Safety Plates
Hull Identification Number
The hull identification number (HIN) is usually
located near the upper starboard corner of the
transom on the outside of the boat. In some
instances, the HIN may be located in an alternate
location as determined by the manufacturer. The
HIN must be clearly visible and may not be
removed, altered or tampered with in any way as
regulated by federal law.
In case of collision, theft or damage, report these
numbers to the local authorities, your insurance
agent and your dealer.
Safeguard information about your boat by
recording the HIN and model of your boat, and
model and serial numbers of the engine, trailer
and accessories on the Boat Information Form on
page 1-6.
U.S. Coast Guard Safety Standards
Compliance Plate
All power boats less than 20 feet (6 meters) must
have a manufacturer’s compliance plate clearly
indicating that your boat is in compliance with the
USCG safety standards and the effective date of
the compliance. The compliance plate may be
AFT FORWARD
HELM
BEAM
LENGTH OVERALL (LOA)
PORT SIDE
STARBOARD SIDE
RADAR ARCH
GUNWALE
KC-0002-A
WATERLINE
BOW BOW
PULPIT
FREEBOARD
DRAFT
STERN
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combined onto one plate showing both the
capacity plate and compliance information by the
manufacturer.
Capacity Plate
All mono-hull recreational boats less than 20 feet
(6 meters) require a gross weight and
person-capacity plate to be clearly displayed as
provided by the manufacturer.
Boats in the National Marine Manufacturers
Association (NMMA) program up to 26 feet (7.9
meters) have a maximum rated load capacity,
which is stated on the certification plate (if
equipped).
The person/load capacity is determined by the
USCG. The capacity plate is usually located
within clear visibility of the boat operator or helm
area. The capacity plate indicates limits for
loading the boat, which are enforceable by law.
Never exceed the “U.S. Coast Guard Maximum
Capacities” indicated on the capacity plate.
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References and Contact
Information
Monterey Boats
Contact Monterey Boats at the following address,
phone numbers and website address.
1579 S.W. 1th Street
Williston, FL 32696
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
www.montereyboats.com
Use the following list of publications and
organizations for reference and contact
information concerning safe boating, navigational
rules and other boating topics.
Publications
• Bottomley, Tom. Boatman’s Handbook. Hearst
Marine Book. Morrow
• Brotherton, Miner. Twelve Volt Bible. Seven
Seas
• Chapman, Charles F. and Maloney, E.S.
Chapman’s Piloting, Seamanship and Small
Boat Handling. Hearst Marine Book. Morrow
• Damford, Don. Anchoring. Seven Seas
• National Fire Protection Association. Fire
Protection Standard for Pleasure and
Commercial Motor Craft. National Fire
Protection Association
• Strahm, Virgil. Does Your Fiberglass Boat Need
Repair? Strahm
• United States Coast Guard. Navigational Rules
for U.S. Waterways. United States Coast
Guard. Visit
http://www.navcen.uscg.gov/mwv/NavRules to
view or download this publication.
• United States Coast Guard Auxiliary. Boating
Skills and Seamanship Thirteenth Edition.
United States Coast Guard
• Whiting, John and Bottomley, Tom. Chapman’s
Log and Owner’s Manual. Hearst Marine Book
MAXIMUM CAPACITIES
U.S. COAST GUARD
11 PERSONS OR 1620 LBS.
1620 POUNDS, PERSONS, GEAR
THIS BOAT COMPLIES WITH U.S. COAST
GUARD SAFETY STANDARDS IN EFFECT
ON THE DATE OF CERTIFICATION
MANUFACTURER:
DESIGN COMPLIANCE WITH BIA REQUIREMENTS BELOW IS
VERIFIED. MFGR. RESPONSIBLE FOR PRODUCTION CONTROL.
MODEL:
LOAD CAPACITY • COMPARTMENT VENTILATION
STEERING, FUEL AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
INTERNATIONAL LIGHTS •
MANEUVERABILITY
NATIONAL MARINE MANUFACTURERS ASSN.
CERTIFIED
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Organizations
American Boat & Yacht Council
http://abycinc.org
American Red Cross
http://www.redcross.org or consult your local
telephone directory
Boat Owners Association of The United
States
http://www.boatus.com/
BoatU.S. Foundation for Boating Safety
Hotline
http://www.boatus.org/onlinecourse
Phone: 800-336-BOAT (In Virginia call
800-245-BOAT)
National Association of State Boating Law
Administrators
http://www.nasbla.org
National Marine Manufacturers
Association
http://www.nmma.org
National Oceanic and Atmospheric
Administration's National Weather
Service
http://www.nws.noaa.gov
National Safe Boating Council Inc.
http://www.safeboatingcouncil.org
Sea Tow Services International, Inc.
http://www.seatow.com; Phone: [phone];
Fax: [phone]
Toll free: 800-4SEATOW (800-473-2869)
U.S. Coast Guard
http://www.uscg.mil (To contact the U.S. Coast
Guard for an emergency while on the water,
always use your on-board VHF-FM radio Channel
16. Use cell phones only as a secondary means
of communication. Call 9-1-1 to reach rescue
personnel.)
U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary
http://nws.cgaux.org; Phone: [phone]
U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary – Float Plan
Information
http://www.floatplan.uscgaux.info
U.S. Coast Guard Navigation Center
(NAVCEN)
http://www.navcen.uscg.gov
U.S. Coast Guard Office of Boating Safety
http://www.uscgboating.org
U.S. Coast Guard Pollution Control
National Response Center
Phone: [phone]
U.S. Coast Guard’s America’s Waterway
Watch Program
(A program for recreational boaters to assist the
U.S. Department of Homeland Security in
reporting suspicious activity on U.S. waterways)
Phone: 877-24-WATCH (877-249-2824)
U.S. Government Printing Office
Website - http://www.gpoaccess.gov
(For information and documentation on FCC rules
and regulations and Skippers Course information,
and other government, marine and nautical
related documents)
U.S. Power Squadrons
http://www.usps.org; Phone: [phone]

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New Boat Delivery
Your Monterey boat is inspected at each step of
the manufacturing process. Before leaving the
factory, every Monterey boat undergoes a
thorough check for systems operation, fit and
finish. Your Monterey dealer also performs a
Pre-Delivery inspection prior to final delivery.
When the new boat is delivered to you, the
customer, a final check is performed during
orientation. Both the Pre-Delivery and Final
Delivery inspections are documented (New Boat
Checklist) 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
Warranty Registration and New Boat Checklist for
the boat and other accessory equipment. By
signing these documents, you acknowledge that
you have reviewed and understand all
information.
Parts
Should you require new parts or would like to
order an option after your original purchase,
please contact your Monterey Boats dealer to
place your orders. Orders may not be placed with
the manufacturer.
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To comply with Federal Regulations, return the warranty registration within 15 days of delivery.
Distribution: Factory CS – Green, Dealer – Yellow, Owner – Manila Card Rev 1204
1579 S.W. 18
th
Street
Williston, FL 32696
Tel [phone]
Fax [phone]
www.montereyboats.com
Boat Number (HIN): RGF Boat Model:
Selling Dealer: Dealer Code:
Engine Brand: Engine Model:
Engine Serial #1: Drive Serial #1:
Engine Serial #2: Drive Serial #2:
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City: State: Zip:
E-Mail Address: (We respect your privacy and will use for internal puposes only.)
Phone: 2nd Phone:
PLEASE, INSPECT AND CHECK OFF THE FOLLOWING OPERATIONS
Indicate Status with the following Key: √ or 1 – OK, 2 – Needs Correction, 3- Completed, N/A – Not Applicable
BOAT
Boat gel coat, striping & graphics
Upholstery fit, clean and free of defects
Sundeck/Sun Island/lounger operation
Canvas fit, clean and free of defects
Cabin Doors, port lights, hatches, cabinet & head doors, latches
All thru-hull fittings, ball valves, head drain, galley drain, anchor
well drain, drain plug-hull, wet bar drain are secure, no leaks
Windshield fit
Ladders
EQUIPMENT
Running Lights (Navigation)
Cabin lights, cockpit lights
Toilet (Head) operation & hoses
Stereo – Radio, CD, remote control
Bilge Pumps – Auto float switch
Air Conditioner/Heater – operation & components secure
Water pressure system (let pressure stand 15 minutes to see if
pump goes on) & heater
Stove, coffee maker, oven, refrigerator, ice maker
Generator – Operation & components secure
Bilge Blower(s)
Wipers
Shore power (AC)
Tables
Plumbing Hose Clamps
Battery – Polarity, Voltage, Tight Connections
Battery Switch(es) - Operation
ENGINE – BEFORE STARTING
Engine mounts – tight
Fuel system operation - no leaks
Engine compartment components not missing, disconnected,
loose, kinked, pinched or could chafe
Hose clamps on engine & exhaust
Steering system operation, components secure, steering wheel
straight
Drains cooling system closed (Closed cooling coolant level)
Throttle control, operation & adjustment
Shifter control, operation & adjustment
Stern drive oil level at full mark
Crankcase & power steering oil levels at full mark
Stern drive trim operation
Prop Size:
Prop installed correctly with grease, nut(s), cotter pins
Prop rotation – Forward & Reverse
Neutral start switch, engine will not start in gear
Transom plate seal has no leaks – water, oil
ENGINE - AFTER STARTING: (in water)
Oil pressure
Fuel line connectors – no leaks
Engine has no water or oil leaks
Idle speed per engine specs, in gear
Ignition timing check with timing light or scan tool
Gear shift works properly - forward, neutral, reverse
Instruments read correctly
Exhaust system - no leaks
SEA TRIAL
Boat performance
Port engine operation
Starboard engine operation
Steering –operation
Stern drive trim operation
Instruments register normal
Maximum R.P.M.
Technical Check Performed by
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PRE-DELIVERY FINAL CHECK
All accessory equipment operates (Mech. & Elect.)
Carpets, curtains, cushions & canvas installed
All boat, engine and accessory literature
Boat properly cleaned, interior and exterior
Trailer wiring, wheels, fenders & brakes
OWNER ORIENTATION
Review & familiarize Owner with operation of all features
and options on boat
Sea Trial with Owner
Review of Owners Manual
Review of Warranties
Review of Owner Responsibilities
Review of Service & Maintenance Procedures
Review of Care & Cleaning
Owner Orientation Performed by
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