Moomba Outback User manual

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1717HenryG.LaneStreet,Maryville,Tennessee37801—865-983-9924
Trademarks
Moomba, the Moomba Logo, Outback, Outback LS, Outback LSV,
Mobius LS, Mobius LSV and Mobius XLV are registered trademarks of Skier’s Choice, Inc.
All other product names are copyright and registered trademarks/trade names of their respective owners.
Skier’s Choice, Inc. reserves the right to change product specifications at any time without incurring obligation.
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Table of Contents
Section I Introduction 3
Section II Boating Safety 5
SectionIII BoatingRules 11
Section IV Boat Specifications 15
Section V OperatingInformation 19
Section VI Starting& Operation 21
SectionVII InstrumentPanel 25
SectioinVIII Equipment& Options 37
SectiionIX Service&Maintenance 51
SectionX Cleaning,Care&Storage 57
SectionXI Winterization & DryStorage 59
SectionXII TechnicalInformation 61
SectionXIII Trailering YourBoat 63
SectionXIV MoombaWarranty 67
SectionXV Index 71
Boat Information
Hull Identification Number:______________________________________
DateofPurchase:_____________________________________________
Dealership:___________________________________________________
Dealer’sPhoneNumber:________________________________________
RegistrationNumber:__________________________________________
EngineSerialNumber:_________________________________________
TrailerSerialNumber:__________________________________________

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Introduction
Moomba inboard ski boats are manufactured by Skier’s Choice, Inc. in Maryville, Tennessee
and distributed throughout the United States and the world.
This manual provides an overview for operating your Moomba boat. It should be considered
a permanent part of your Moomba boat and contains important information on Safety, Boating
Rules, Proper Operation and Maintenance of your boat. Should the boat be sold, this manual
will provide the same important information to the next owner.
Be sure to read and understand all aspects of Boating Safety and Operation before using your
boat. If you have any questions, your dealer can provide the information you need to have a
safe and pleasurable boating experience.
Allinformation,illustrations and specifications
inthis manual are based on thelatest product
information available at the time of printing.
Moomba may discontinue models and
equipment or change specifications and
designs without any notice and without
incurring obligation.
This manual contains information about several Moomba models. Some information may not
apply to your boat since standards and optional equipment may vary from model to model.
As you read through this manual, you will find CAUTION, WARNING and DANGER symbols
which require special attention. Please read them carefully! They may tell you how to avoid
problems and/or endangering yourself, your passengers, and other boaters.
PLEASE REVIEW ALL SAFETY INFORMATION.
A maintenance schedule and accessory information are included to assure trouble-free
operation of your boat. Should service problems arise, remember that your Moomba dealer
knows your boat best and is interested in your total satisfaction.
Thank you for purchasing a Moomba boat. We hope your ownership results in an enjoyable
and rewarding boating experience. Be safe and enjoy the fun!
Section I
Introduction

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• DrainPlugs (Securely in place?)
• Life-Saving Devices (One for every person on board?)
• Steering System (Working smoothly and properly?)
• Fuel System (Adequate fuel? Leaks? Fumes?)
• Battery (Fully charged? Cable terminals clean and tight?)
• Engine(InNeutral?)
• Capacity Plate (Are you overloaded or overpowered?)
• Weather Conditions (Safe to go out?)
• Electrical Equipment (Lights, horn, pump, etc.?)
• Emergency Gear (Fire extinguisher, bailer, paddle, anchor & line, signaling device, tool kit, etc.?)
• Bilge Pump (Working properly?)
NOTE: Bilge pump should be checked prior to each use to ensure proper operation!
Check BEFORE running (where applicable)
• EngineOillevel
•Transmission Lubricant level
• Engine Drain Plug, Transom Drain Plug and Center Drain Plug
• Leakage(Fuel,waterlinesandconnections)
DO NOT operate engine without cooling water flowing through water pump, otherwise
pump will sustain damage and subsequent engine damage may result!
Check BEFORE running
• Oil Pressure: Refer to Engine Owner’s Manual
• Water Temperature: 160 degrees to 180 degrees for raw water systems (water is not recirculated),
and 180 degrees to 200 degrees for closed cooling systems (water is recirculated).
• Idle RPM: (650-750) in gear.
• Maximum Forward RPM: See Engine Owner’s Manual.
• Shifting Linkage (Forward, Neutral and Reverse).
GASOLINE VAPORS CAN EXPLODE! It is very important to check for fuel spillage or
leaks prior to each use of your boat.
• Check engine compartment for gasoline vapors.
• Operate blower for four minutes before starting the engine.
• Always operate blower below cruising speed.
NOTE: Please refer to your Engine Owner’s Manual for maximum RPM and engine break-in procedure.

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Important Safety Information!
Your safety, as well as the safety of others with and around
you, is a direct result of how you operate and maintain your
boat. Read and comprehend this manual. Make sure that
you understand all the controls and operating instructions
before attempting to operate the boat. Improper operation
isextremelydangerous.
The basic safety rules are outlined in this section of the
manual. Additional precautions throughout the manual are
noted by the following symbols:
Thissymbolindicates apotentiallyhazardouscircumstance,
which,ifnotavoided, may resultinminorormoderate injury.
It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.
Thissymbolindicatesapotentiallyhazardoussituation,which,
if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
This symbol indicates an imminently hazardous situation,
which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
This is limited to the most extreme situations.
The precautions listed in this manual and on the boat
are not exhaustive. If a procedure, method, tool or
part is not specifically recommended by Skier’s
Choice, you must satisfy yourself that it is safe for
you and others, and that the boat will not be damaged
or made unsafe as a result of your decision.
REMEMBER: ALWAYS USE COMMON SENSE WHEN
OPERATING, SERVICING OR REPAIRING THE BOAT!
In addition to everyday safety, failure to observe safety
recommendations may result in severe personal injury or
death to you or to others. Use caution and common sense
whenoperatingyourboat. Don’ttakeunnecessarychances!
Be certain that all boat passengers are aware of this
information and conform to boat safety principles.
Section II
Boating Safety
Safe Boating
Safeboatingpracticesmayseemobvious,butpeople have
thought up risky and dangerous activities in boats, with
boats, and behind boats. Just because you or your
passengers have seen a boating maneuver performed or
have seen a particular activity promoted, do not assume
there is no risk of injury or death. Before you or your
passengers go out in the boat and engage in any water
sport activity, give careful consideration to the risks. Plan
ahead. Think twice before you try something new behind
your boat or with your boat. Know the limits of you, your
passengers and your equipment and do not exceed them.
In addition to careful review of this manual, you should be
aware as well that there are many sources of information
available. Skier’s Choice urges you to pursue additional
training, such as safety and seamanship courses offered
by the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary and the U.S. Power
Squadron.
Safe boating and safe actions may seem obvious, yet
every year US Coast Guard statistics give evidence that
many people disregard safe boating practices. Do not take
safetyforgranted.Think twice. We want allourboatowners
and their passengers, friends, and families to have a safe
and enjoyable experience on the water.

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Safety Equipment
Your Moomba has been equipped at the factory with most
ofthefederally required safety equipmentforinland waters
(Class 1, 16’-to-26’). This equipment includes:
- UL-approvedMarineFireExtinguisher,TypeA-BC(2lbs.),
good for solids, liquids, and electrical fire
- ABYC-approved Marine Mufflers with water injection
- USCG-approved Marine FlameArrestor
- USCG-approved Engine Box Ventilation with sparkless
power blower
- ABYC-approved Electric Horn sound warning device
- USCG-approvedinlandlighting
Federallawalsorequiresat leastoneTypeI,II orIIIPersonal
Flotation Device (PFD) for each person on board or being
towed on water skis or other recreational equipment. In
addition,onethrowableTypeIV PFD mustalsobeon board.
As the owner, obtaining the appropriate PFDs is your
responsibility. Your Moomba dealer can and will be
happy to assist you.
NOTE: Requirements for coastal waters and inland
waters differ. Check with the local authorities for more
information.
Asmartownerwillavoidpotentialproblems on an outing by
having additional equipment on board. Normally, this
equipmentisdependent on the bodyofwaterand the length
of the trip.
We suggest the following—as a minimum. Your Moomba
dealercanalso assistyouwith additional recommendations.
- An anchor with at least 75 feet of line
- A manual bailing device for removing water
- A combination oar/boat hook
- Aday-and-nightvisualdistress signal
- A first aid kit and manual
- An airway breathing tube
- Awaterproofflashlight
- Aset of local navigation charts
- Mooringlinesandfenders
- Extraengineoil
- A tool kit
- A portableAM/FM radio or weather radio
Boating-related accidents are generally caused by the
operator’s failure to follow basic safety rules or written
precautions. Mostaccidentscanbe avoided if the operator
is completely familiar with the boat, its operation, and can
recognizepotentially hazardoussituations beforeanaccident
occurs.
The following is a listing of just some of the agencies and
organizations that offer safety training or information:
American Red Cross, National HQ
17th & D Streets NW
Washington, DC 20006
[phone]
www.redcross.org
USA Waterski
799 Overlook Drive
Winter Haven, FL 33884
[phone]
www.usawaterski.org
Boat Owners Association of the United States
(BOAT/US)
880 South Pickett Street
Alexandria, VA 22304
[phone]
www.boatus.com
National Safe Boating Council
2550 M Street NW, Suite 425
Washington, DC 20037
[phone]
www.safeboatingcouncil.org
U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Commandant (G-NAB)
2100 Second Street SW
Washington, DC 20593-0001
[phone]
www.cgaux.org
U.S. Power Squadron
www.usps.org
On-Line Basic Boating
Safety Course
www.boatsafe.com
National Marine Manufacturers Association
200 E. Randolph Dr. Suite 5100
Chicago, IL. 60601
[phone]
www.nmma.org
Federallawrequires certainsafetyequipmentto beonboard
at all times. In addition, responsible boaters carry other
equipment in case of emergency. Check with the local
boatingauthoritiesforany additional requirementsoverand
abovethefederalstipulations.
Safety Training Organizations

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Failure to adhere to these precautions may result
in severe injury or death to you and/or others.
- Improperoperationisextremelydangerous.Operators
mustreadand understandall operatingmanualssupplied
with the boat before operation.
- Remain seated at all times while boat is in motion.
- Never stand or allow passengers to stand while the boat
is moving. You or others may be thrown from the boat.
- Children in the bow of the boat should be accompanied
by an adult at all times.
- Never operate the boat while under the influence of
alcohol or drugs.
- On-board equipment must always conform to the
governing federal, state, and local regulations.
- Gasoline vapors can explode. Before starting engine,
openenginebox, checkenginecompartment for gasoline
vapors, and operate blower for at least four minutes.
Run blower below cruising speed.
- Leakingfuelisafireandexplosionhazard. Inspectsystem
regularly. Examine fuel tanks for leaks or corrosion at
leastannually.
- Neveroverrideor modifytheenginesafety shut-offswitch
or engine neutral starting safety switch in any way.
- Never remove or modify components of the fuel system
inanywayexceptfor maintenancebyqualified personnel.
Tampering with fuelcomponentsmay cause ahazardous
condition.
- Never allow any type of spark or open flame on board. It
may result in fire or explosion.
- It is the owner’s responsibility to check tightness of the
Rad-A-Cage Tower bolts BEFORE each use.
- The Rad-A-Cage Tower is designed to pull a single (1)
individual. DONOTclimb orsitontheRad-A-CageTower.
Rope may loop on inverted tricks. DO NOT sit behind
the pulling point of the Rad-A-Cage Tower.
General Safety Precautions
- To avoid serious personal injury, DO NOT be on or about
theswimplatformwhile engine is running and keep away
from rear of boat while engine is running.
- To avoid serious personal injury, DO NOToperateengine
while anyone is on or about the swim platform or in the
water near the boat.
- The tow bar is not designed for vertical extensions. Any
modificationstothetow bar oritsmountings may result in
damage to the boat and injury to the user.
- Rear storage area is located above the gas tank and is
not designed for ballast. Weight limit is 150 lbs. equally
distributed.
- The Rad-A-Cage Tower may strike low objects. Check
clearanceheightarounddocks,shore,overhanging
objects, bridges and power lines.
- Do not pull past 45 degrees of the centerline of the
boat. Failure to follow this rule could result in the boat
capsizing.
General Safety Precautions (continued)
- It is the driver’s responsibility to ensure all passengers
are seated when boat is underway.
Failure to adhere to these warnings may result in severe
injury or death to you and/or others.
- Thisboatis a high-performanceboatand capableofquick
and tight turns and changes in direction. It is the driver’s
responsibility to operate the boat in a manner to ensure
the safety of all passengers.
Boaters must continuously be aware of weather
conditions.
- Suddenstorms,wind,lightning,etc.,canunexpectedlyput
boaters in grave danger.Always check the local weather
report before going boating.
It is the driver’s responsibility to determine if weather
or other factors have created an unsafe boating
environment.
- The driver is solely responsible for the consequences of
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Carbon Monoxide (CO) Safety
Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless and tasteless
gas.Itisproducedbygasolineenginesandisacomponent
of exhaust fumes.
Shut off the engine when people are on the swim platform
or in the water around the rear of the boat.
Do not teak surf, wake surf, or do any other activities
which puts people in close proximity of the transom when
the engine is running.
For the most current information on carbon monoxide,
you may call, write or visit on-line any of the following:
United States Coast Guard
Office of Boating Safety (G-OPB-3)
2100 Second Street SW
Washington, DC 20593-0001
www.uscgboating.org
1-800-368-5647
NMMA
National Marine Manufacturers Association
200 East Randolph Drive, Suite 5100
Chicago, IL 60601-6528
www.nmma.org
312-946-6200
American Boat & Yacht Council, Inc.
3069 Solomon’s Island Road
Edgewater, MD 21037-1416
www.abycinc.org
410-956-1050
Product Misuse
Misuse of the product or use of it in a manner for which it
was never intended can create dangerous situations. The
driverandpassengersare responsible for usingtheproduct
safely and as intended. The driver must operate the boat
in a manner that ensures the safety of all passengers. If
you or your passengers are unsure about use of the
product, about performing certain boating maneuvers or
are unsure about a particular water activity, refer to this
manual or contact a knowledgeable source such as your
local dealer, Skier’s Choice, Inc., the US Coast Guard, or
your local boating authority.
Skiing Safety
Skiers are obligated to be as aware of the fundamental
safety rules as well as the boat operator. If you are new to
water skiing, seek certified training before starting. You
will find it especially helpful to join a local ski club and
USA Waterski when possible.
Always remember that the majority of water skiing injuries
are the result of impacts with other objects, so always look
whereyou aregoingandbeawareofwhatisgoingonaround
you.
Ski Pylon Extensions
The use of a ski pylon extension or extensions in excess
of 7-feet vertical is not recommended by Moomba on our
products. Ifyouelect to use merchandisesuchasthese, be
aware that they could create excessive stress on your boat
andsubjectivelycausedamagesnotcoveredbythewarranty.
Failure to adhere to these warnings may result in severe
injury or death to you and/or others.
- Everyskiermustalwayswear aUSCG-approvedpersonal
flotationdevice.
- Maintain a distance of at least 100 feet from all other
objects, including other boats, piers, rafts, mooring and
navigationalbuoys,pilings, abutments,or anyotheritems.
- Always have an experienced driver and observer in the
boatwhenskiing.
- Neverskiinshallowwater,closetoshore,orin waterwhere
youdonotknow the depthorwhatisbeneath the surface.
- Never put your arm, head, or any other part of your body
through the handle-bridle of the ski line nor wrap the line
around any part of the body at any time.
- Never ski at night, or directly in front of other boats.
- Never jump from a boat that is moving at any speed, nor
enter or exit the water when the engine is running (ON).
- Makesurethat everyoneknowsand usesapprovedskiing
handsignalsandcommonskiingcourtesy.

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Proper Seating
Proper seating is an important element of boating safety.
Proper seating consists of sitting with your buttock in full
contact with a seat anytime the boat is underway and
using hand holds and grab handles to secure oneself and
preventlossofbalance.Donotsit in locations not designed
as a seat. For instance, do not sit on seat backs, do not
sit on the sides or gunwale of the boat, and do not sit on
the sundeck while the boat is in motion. See examples
below of proper sitting positions.
The driver must be aware of all passenger’s locations and
positions, and passengers must stay alert to changes in
direction.THE BOAT IS CAPABLE OF QUICKAND TIGHT
TURNS. SUCH MANUEVERS CAN CAUSE UNSEATED
OCCUPANTS TO BE THROWN AROUND OR OUT OF
THE BOAT. ALERT PASSENGERS BEFORE CHANGES
IN DIRECTION.
Contact Information
If you have questions regarding the operation of your boat,
accessory or options or questions in regard to Boat Safety,
contact your dealer or Skier’s Choice, Inc. at 865-983-
9924.

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Warning Plates and Labels
Read and note ALL warning plates and labels from bow to
stern that appear on the boat, including these!
If your warning decals should become damaged in any way, please contact your Moomba Dealer or write to Skier’s
Choice, Inc., 1717 Henry G. Lane Street, Maryville, Tennessee 37801 to request replacement warning decals. The
decals will be provided free of charge. Your boat’s serial number (located on the transom) must be included for warning
decal requests.
Skier’s Choice, Inc. reserves the right to change warning labels without notification or incurring obligation.
For a copy of the most current warning labels, please contact your dealer or Skier’s Choice, Inc.