PURSUIT 2270 CENTER CONSOLE User manual

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OWNER’S MANUAL
FISHING BOATS
3901 St. Lucie Blvd.
Ft.Pierce,Florida34946
Print Date 12/98

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Dear Pursuit 2270 Center Console Owner:
AllofusatPursuitarepleasedthatyouhaveselectedoneofourproductsasyour
boat. As I’m sure you’ve discovered during the selection and decision process,
your Pursuit has been designed, engineered and built with care and precision.
Please allow me to note my personal philosophy. When I started this company,
my goal was to provide you, our customer, with the finest quality boat available.
Everything we have achieved since that time has been with the same goal in
mind.
The information in this owner’s manual has been assembled to assist you with
obtaining maximum enjoyment with your Pursuit. Please read this manual
completely and always operate your boat safely and courteously.
Thank you for selecting a Pursuit Fishing Boat. We all wish you many years
of boating fun and safety.
Sincerely,
Leon R. Slikkers
Chief Executive Officer

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SAFETY INFORMATION
Your 2270 Center Console Owner’s Manual
has been written to include a number of safety instructions to
assure thesafeoperationandmaintenanceofyourboat. These
instructions are in the form of WARNING, CAUTION and
DANGER statements. The following definitions 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 flammable fuel. Every precaution has been taken
by Pursuit Fishing Boats to reduce the risks associated with
possible injury and damage from fire or explosion, but your
own precaution and good maintenance procedures are neces-
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BOAT INFORMATION
MAKE:
SERIAL #:
MODEL:
GVRW:
PHONE:
REPRESENTATIVE:
TRAILER
NAME:
DEALER/PHONE:
ADDRESS:
SERVICE MANAGER:
ADDRESS:
SALESMAN:
DEALER PURSUIT
MODEL:
PURCHASE DATE:
IGNITION KEYS #:
DRAFT:
HULL SERIAL #:
DELIVERY DATE:
REGISTRATION #:
WEIGHT:
TRANSMISSION(S) (Inboard)
OUTDRIVE(S) (Inboard/Outboard)
MAKE:
PORT SERIAL #:
MODEL:
STARBOARD SERIAL #:
PORT SERIAL #:
MAKE: MODEL:
STARBOARD SERIAL #:
PROPELLER(S)
MAKE: MODEL:
STARBOARD SERIAL #:
MAKE:
DIAMETER/PITCH:
PORT SERIAL #:
RATIO:
ENGINE(S)
BLADES:
OTHER:
BOAT
Pursuit Fishing Boats reserves the right to make changes and improvements in equipment, design and vendored
equipment items, at any time without notification.
Please fill out the following information section and leave it in your Pursuit
2270 Center Console Owner’s Manual. This information will be important
for you and Pursuit service personnel to know, if and when you may need to
call Pursuit for technical assistance or service.

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Warranty and Warranty Registration Cards
ThePursuitLimitedWarrantyStatementisincludedwithyourboat. Ithasbeenwrittentobeclearly
statedandeasilyunderstood. Ifyouhaveanyquestionsafterreadingthewarranty,pleasecontact
thePursuitCustomerRelationsDepartment.
Pursuit, engine manufacturers, and the suppliers of major components maintain their own
manufacturer's warranty and service facilities. It is important that you properly complete the
warranty registration cards included with your boat and engine(s) and mail them back to the
manufacturer to register your ownership. This should be done within 15 days of the date of
purchaseandbeforetheboatisputintoservice. Aformforrecordingthisinformationisprovided
atthebeginningofthismanual. Thisinformationwillbeimportantforyouandservicepersonnel
to know, if and when you may need service or technical information.
The boat warranty registration requires theHull Identification Number “HIN” which islocated
on the starboard side of the transom, just below the rubrail. The engine warranty registration
requirestheengineserialnumber(s). Pleaserefertotheengineowner'smanualforthelocationof
theserialnumber(s).
IMPORTANT:
All boat manufacturers are required by the Federal Boat Safety Act of 1971 to notify first time
ownersintheeventanydefectisdiscovered“whichcreatesasubstantialriskofpersonalinjuryto
thepublic.” Itis essentialthatwehaveyourwarrantyregistration cardcompletewithyour
nameandmailingaddressinourfilessothatwecancomplywiththelawifitshouldbecome
necessary.
Product Changes
Pursuit is committed to the continuous improvement of our boats. As a result, some of the
equipmentdescribedinthismanualorpicturedinthecatalogmaychangeornolongerbeavailable.
Pursuit reserves the right to change standard equipment, optional equipment and specifi-
cationswithoutnoticeorobligation. IfyouhavequestionsabouttheequipmentonyourPursuit,
pleasecontactthePursuit CustomerRelationsDepartment.
Transferring the Warranty
Foratransferfee,S2YachtswillextendwarrantycoveragetosubsequentownersofPursuitmodels
for the duration of the original warranty period. Please refer to the Pursuit Limited Warranty
Statement for the procedure to transfer the warranty.
To take advantage of this program, notification of the change of ownership, including the new
owner's name, address and telephone number together with the appropriate fee, must be sent to
Pursuit Fishing Boats, Customer Relations Department, 3901 St. Lucie Boulevard, Ft. Pierce,
Florida 34946, within 30 days of the date of resale.
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S2Yachts willconfirm, inwriting, thatthe transferof thewarranty hastakenplace. Afterwhich,
thetransfereewillbetreatedastheoriginalpurchaserasoutlinedinthePursuitLimitedWarranty
Statement.
Service
AllwarrantyrepairsmustbeperformedbyanauthorizedPursuitdealer. Shouldaproblemdevelop
that is related to faulty workmanship or materials, as stated in the Limited Warranty, you should
contact your Pursuit dealer to arrange for the necessary repair. If you are not near your dealer or
anotherauthorizedPursuitdealerorthedealerfailstoremedythecauseoftheproblem,thencontact
thePursuitCustomerRelationsDepartmentwithin15days. Itistheboatowner'sresponsibility
to deliver the boat to the dealer for warranty service.
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Registration and Numbering
Federal law requires that all undocumented vessels equipped with propulsion machinery be
registeredinthestateofprincipaluse. Acertificateofnumberwillbeissueduponregistering the
boat. These numbers must be displayed on your boat. The owner/operator of a boat must carry
avalidcertificateofnumberwhenevertheboatisinuse. Whenmovedtoanewstateofprincipal
use, the certificate is valid for 60 days.
In order to be valid, the numbers must be installed to the proper specifications. Check with your
dealer or State Boating Authority for numbering requirements. The Coast Guard issues the
certificate of number in Alaska; all others are issued by the state.
Insurance
In most states the boat owner is legally responsible for damages or injuries he or someone else
operating the boat causes. Responsible boaters carry adequate liability and property damage
insurancefortheirboat. Youshouldalsoprotecttheboatagainstphysicaldamageandtheft. Some
states have laws requiring minimum insurance coverage. Contact your dealer or State Boating
Authority for information on the insurance requirements in your boating area.
Reporting Boating Accidents
All boating accidents must be reported by the operator or owner of the boat to the proper marine
lawenforcementauthorityforthestateinwhichtheaccidentoccurred. Immediatenotificationis
required if a person dies or disappears as a result of a recreational boating accident.
Ifapersondiesorthereareinjuriesrequiringmorethanfirstaid,aformalreportmustbefiledwithin
48 hours.
Aformalreportmustbemadewithin10daysforaccidentsinvolvingmorethan$500.00damage
or the complete loss of a boat.
ABoatingAccident Reportformis locatednearthe backofthis manualtoassist youinreporting
an accident. If you need additional information regarding accident reporting, please call the
Boating Safety Hotline, 800-368-5647.
Education
Ifyouarenot an experienced boater, werecommendthattheboat operator andotherpeoplethat
normallyaccompanytheoperator,enrollinaboatingsafetycourse. OrganizationssuchastheU.S.
Power Squadrons, United States Coast Guard Auxiliary, State Boating Authorities and the
AmericanRedCrossofferexcellentboatingeducationalprograms. Thesecoursesareworthwhile
even for experienced boaters to sharpen your skills or bring you up to date on current rules and
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regulations. Theycanalsohelpinprovidinglocalnavigationalinformationwhenmovingtoanew
boating area. Contact your dealer, State Boating Authority or the Boating Safety Hotline, 800-
368-5647forfurtherinformationon boating safety courses.
Required Equipment
U.S.CoastGuard regulationsrequirecertainequipmenton eachboat. TheCoast Guardalsosets
minimumsafetystandardsforvesselsandassociatedequipment. Tomeetthesestandardssomeof
the equipment must be Coast Guard approved. “Coast Guard Approved Equipment” has been
determinedtobeincompliancewithUSCGspecificationsandregulationsrelatingtoperformance,
construction,ormaterials. Theequipmentrequirementsvaryaccordingtothelength,typeofboat,
and the propulsion system. Some of the Coast Guard equipment is described in the Safety
Equipmentchapterofthismanual. Foramoredetaileddescription,obtain“FederalRequirements
AndSafetyTipsForRecreationalBoats” bycontactingtheBoatingSafetyHotline800-368-5647
oryourlocalmarinedealerorretailerandreadthebook“Sportfish,CruisersandYachts”included
with your boat.
Some state and local agencies impose similar equipment requirements on waters that do not fall
underCoastGuardjurisdiction. Theseagenciesmayalsorequireadditionalequipmentthatisnot
requiredbytheCoastGuard. Yourdealerorlocalboatingauthoritycanprovideyouwithadditional
informationforthe equipmentrequirementsforyour boatingarea.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Chapter 1: Propulsion System
1.1 General ....................................................................................1-1
1.2 DriveSystems ..........................................................................1-2
1.3 EngineLubrication ....................................................................1-2
1.4 EngineCoolingSystem .............................................................1-3
1.5 Propeller ..................................................................................1-3
1.6 EngineInstrumentation ..............................................................1-4
Chapter 2: Helm Control Systems
2.1 General.................................................................................... 2-1
2.2 EngineThrottleandShiftControls............................................. 2-1
2.3 NeutralSafetySwitch............................................................... 2-2
2.4 EngineStopSwitch .................................................................. 2-2
2.5 EnginePowerTiltandTrim ...................................................... 2-2
2.6 SteeringSystem ....................................................................... 2-4
2.7 TrimTabs ................................................................................ 2-4
2.8 ControlSystemsMaintenance .................................................. 2-5
Chapter 3: Fuel System
3.1 General.................................................................................... 3-1
3.2 OutboardFuelSystem ............................................................. 3-3
3.3 FuelingInstructions................................................................... 3-4
3.4 FuelSystemMaintenance......................................................... 3-5
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Chapter 4: Electrical System
4.1 General ................................................................................... 4-1
4.2 12-VoltSystem ....................................................................... 4-1
4.3 ElectricalSystemMaintenance ................................................. 4-4
Chapter 5: Raw Water System
5.1 General ................................................................................... 5-1
5.2 HighPressureWashdown ........................................................ 5-2
5.3 Livewell................................................................................... 5-3
5.4 RawWaterSystemMaintenance ............................................. 5-4
Chapter 6: Drainage Systems
6.1 CockpitDrainage .................................................................... 6-1
6.2 LeaningPostandT-TopDrainage............................................ 6-1
6.3 BilgeDrainage ......................................................................... 6-2
6.4 FishboxandStorageCompartmentDrainage............................ 6-2
6.5 TransomCoolerandLivewellDrains........................................ 6-3
6.6 ConsoleCoolerDrain .............................................................. 6-3
6.7 Maintenance ............................................................................ 6-3
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Chapter 7: Safety Equipment
7.1 General.................................................................................... 7-1
7.2 EngineAlarms .......................................................................... 7-1
7.3 NeutralSafetySwitch ............................................................... 7-2
7.4 EngineStopSwitch .................................................................. 7-2
7.5 RequiredSafetyEquipment....................................................... 7-2
7.6 FirstAid................................................................................... 7-5
7.7 AdditionalSafetyEquipment ..................................................... 7-6
7.8 MaximumCapacityLabel ......................................................... 7-6
Chapter 8: Operation
8.1 General .................................................................................... 8-1
8.2 RulesoftheRoad ..................................................................... 8-1
8.3 Pre-CruiseSystemCheck ........................................................ 8-3
8.4 OperatingYourBoat ................................................................ 8-4
8.5 GroundingandTowing ............................................................. 8-7
8.6 WaterSkiing ............................................................................ 8-7
8.7 Fishing ..................................................................................... 8-8
8.8 TraileringYourBoat ................................................................. 8-9
Chapter 9: Exterior Equipment
9.1 Deck ........................................................................................ 9-1
9.2 Hull .......................................................................................... 9-2
9.3 CockpitEquipment ................................................................... 9-2
9.4 Center Console........................................................................ 9-3
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Chapter 10: Routine Maintenance
10.1 ExteriorHullandDeck .............................................................. 10-1
10.2 Upholstery,CanvasandEnclosures ........................................... 10-4
10.3 Bilge ......................................................................................... 10-5
Chapter 11: Seasonal Maintenance
11.1 Lay-upandStorage .................................................................. 11-1
11.2 Winterizing ................................................................................ 11-4
11.3 Recommissioning....................................................................... 11-5
Chapter 12: Schematics
12-VoltWiringSchematic..................................................................... 12-1
HydraulicSteeringSystem .................................................................... 12-2
FuelSystem.......................................................................................... 12-3
RawWaterSystem............................................................................... 12-4
DrainageSystem................................................................................... 12-5
Appendix A:Glossaryof Terms ............................................................ A-1
Appendix B:MaintenanceLog .............................................................. B-1
AppendixC:BoatingAccidentReport ................................................... C-1
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Chapter 1:
PROPULSION SYSTEM
1.1 General
The Pursuit 2270 Center Console is designed to be powered with a 2 cycle outboard motor. All
outboardmotorsusedonyourPursuituseanoilinjectionsystem. Oilisautomaticallyinjectedin
the engine and mixed at the proper ratio from an oil tank located in the stern of the boat.
Note: Always monitor the oil level in the tank and only use the type of oil specified by the
enginemanufacturer.
Eachmanufacturerofthevariousoutboardmotorsprovidesanowner’sinformationmanualwith
itsproduct. Itisimportantthatyoureadthemanual(s)verycarefullyandbecomefamiliarwiththe
proper care and operation of the engine and drive system. A warranty registration card has been
furnishedwitheachnewengineandcanbelocatedintheengineowner’smanual. Allinformation
requestedonthiscardshouldbefilledoutcompletelybythedealerandpurchaserandthenreturned
to the respective engine manufacturer as soon as possible.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE ANY ENGINE OR DRIVE COMPONENT WITHOUT BE-
ING TOTALLY FAMILIAR WITH THE SAFE AND PROPER SERVICE PROCEDURES. CER-
TAIN MOVING PARTS ARE EXPOSED AND CAN BE DANGEROUS TO SOMEONE UNFA-
MILIAR WITH THE OPERATION AND FUNCTION OF THE EQUIPMENT.
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DO NOT INHALE EXHAUST FUMES! EXHAUST CONTAINS CARBON MONOXIDE THAT IS
COLORLESS AND ODORLESS. CARBON MONOXIDE IS A DANGEROUS GAS THAT IS PO-
TENTIALLY LETHAL.
1.2 Drive Systems
Each outboard motor is a complete drive system with the gear case being just forward of the
propeller and connected to the power head with a vertical drive shaft. Other than the routine
maintenanceoutlinedintheengineowner’smanual,thereislittletobeconcernedwithunlessthe
boat is to be kept in saltwater for extended periods of time. Then, the main concerns are marine
growth and galvanic corrosion.
Marinegrowthoccurswhen components are leftinthewaterfor extended periodsandcancause
poorperformanceorpermanentdamagetotheexposedcomponents. Thetypeofgrowthandhow
quickly it occurs is relative to the water conditions in your boating area. Water temperature,
pollution, current, etc. can have an effect on marine growth.
Galvaniccorrosion isthecorrosionprocessoccurringwhendifferentmetalsaresubmergedinan
electrolyte. Sea water is an electrolyte and submerged engine components must be properly
protected. Outboardmotorsareequippedwithsacrificialzincanodestopreventgalvaniccorrosion
problems. The zinc anodes must be monitored and replaced as necessary. For locations and
maintenance, please refer to the engine owner's manual.
When leaving the boat in the water, tilt the motor as high as possible. This will decrease the risk
ofmarinegrowtharoundthecoolinginlets,propellerandexhaustportsanddamagefromgalvanic
corrosion.
DO NOT PAINT THE OUTBOARD MOTOR WITH ANTIFOULING PAINTS DESIGNED FOR
BOAT HULLS. MANY OF THESE PAINTS CAN CAUSE SEVERE DAMAGE TO THE EN-
GINE. CONTACT YOUR PURSUIT DEALER OR ENGINE MANUFACTURER FOR INFOR-
MATION ON THE PROPER PAINTING PROCEDURES.
1.3 Engine Lubrication
Your outboard motor is lubricated by a variable ratio oil injection
system. The oil tank is mounted in the stern of the boat. Always
monitortheoillevelbeforeeachcruisebycheckingthegaugeinthe
helmorvisuallycheckingtheoillevelusingthereferencemarkson
the tank. When additional oil is needed, use only the type of oil
specified by the engine manufacturer. Refer to the engine owner's
manualforoil specificationsandadditional informationonthe oilinjectionsystem.
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1.4 Engine Cooling System
Outboard engines are raw water (sea water) cooled. Water is pumped through the water inlets,
circulatedthroughtheengineblock,andrelinquishedwiththeexhaustgasesthroughthepropeller
hub. Thewaterpumpusesasmallimpellermadeofsyntheticrubber. Theimpellerandwaterpump
cannot run dry for more than a few seconds. In most outboard motors, some cooling water is
divertedthroughsmallportsbelowtheenginecowling. Thisallowstheoperatortovisuallycheck
theoperationofthecoolingsystem. Whentheengineisstarted,alwayscheckforasteadystream
of water coming out of those ports.
NEVER RUN AN OUTBOARD MOTOR WITHOUT WATER FLOWING TO THE WATER
PUMP. SERIOUS DAMAGE TO THE WATER IMPELLER OR ENGINE COULD RESULT.
Note: Ifthe boat is used insalt or badly polluted water,the engine should be flushedafter
each use. Refer to the engine owner’s manual for the proper engine flushing pro-
cedure.
1.5 Propeller
The propeller converts the engine’s power into thrust. Propellers come in a variety of styles,
diametersandpitches. TheonethatwillbestsuittheneedsofyourPursuitwilldependsomewhat
on your application and expected average load. Propeller sizes are identified by two numbers
stampedonthepropinsequence. The1stnumberinthesequence(example14x21)isthediameter
of the propeller and the 2nd number is the pitch. Pitch is the theoretical distance traveled by the
propeller in each revolution. Always repair or replace a propeller immediately 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 engine gear assembly. Refer to the engine owner’s manual for
informationonpropellerremovalandinstallation.
RUNNING AGROUND OR STRIKING AN UNDERWATER OBSTRUCTION CAN RESULT IN SE-
RIOUS INJURY AND DAMAGE TO THE MOTOR OR BOAT. IF YOUR BOAT RUNS
AGROUND, EVALUATE THE DAMAGE THEN PROCEED AT LOW SPEED TO THE NEAR-
EST SERVICE FACILITY AND HAVE AN IMMEDIATE INSPECTION MADE BEFORE FUR-
THER USE OF THE CRAFT. A DAMAGED BOAT CAN TAKE ON WATER. KEEP ALL
LIFE SAVING DEVICES CLOSE AT HAND WHILE DRIVING TO A DOCK AREA. IF THE
BOAT CANNOT BE IMMEDIATELY REMOVED FROM THE WATER, THOROUGHLY IN-
SPECT THE BILGE AREA FOR LEAKS SO THAT THE BOAT DOES NOT SINK WHILE
MOORED.
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1.6 Engine Instrumentation
Thehelmstationisequippedwithasetofengine
instruments and/or alarms. These instruments
allow the pilot to monitor the engine’s opera-
tional conditions. Close observation of these
instrumentsallowsthepilottooperatetheengine
atthemostefficientlevelandcouldsavetheenginefrom seriouscostly damage. Theinstrumen-
tationisuniquetothetypeofoutboardmotorsinstalledonyourPursuit. Someorallofthefollowing
gauges may be present.
Tachometer
The tachometer displays the speed of the engine in revolutions per minute (RPM) This speed is
nottheboatspeednornecessarilythespeedofthepropeller. Thetachometermaynotregisterzero
with the key in the "OFF" position.
NEVER EXCEED THE MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED OPERATION RPM OF THE ENGINE.
MAINTAINING MAXIMUM, OR CLOSE TO MAXIMUM RPM FOR EXTENDED PERIODS CAN
REDUCE THE LIFE OF THE ENGINE.
Speedometer
The speedometer indicates the speed of the boat in miles per hour.
Temperature Gauge
Thetemperaturegaugeshowsthetemperatureoftheenginecoolingsystem.Asuddenincreasein
thetemperaturecouldindicateanobstructed water inlet or animpellerfailure.
CONTINUED OPERATION OF AN OVERHEATED ENGINE CAN RESULT IN ENGINE SEI-
ZURE. IF AN UNUSUALLY HIGH TEMPERATURE READING OCCURS, SHUT THE ENGINE
OFF IMMEDIATELY. THEN INVESTIGATE AND CORRECT THE PROBLEM.
Water Pressure Gauge
The water pressure gauge monitors the water pressure in the engine cooling system. Refer to
the engine manufacturer owner's manual for more information on the cooling system water
pressurerequirementsforyourengine.
DO NOT OPERATE THE ENGINE IF LOW WATER PRESSURE IS INDICATED. THIS COULD
BE AN INDICATION OF A COOLING SYSTEM BLOCKAGE OR AN IMPELLER FAILURE.
IF LOW WATER PRESSURE IS INDICATED, SHUT THE ENGINE OFF TO INVESTIGATE
AND CORRECT THE PROBLEM.
InstrumentPanel
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