PURSUIT 2870 Walkaround User manual

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2870 CENTER CONSOLE
OWNER’SMANUAL
FISHING BOATS
3901 St. Lucie Blvd.
Ft. Pierce, Florida 34946
Print Date 10/2002

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SAFETY INFORMATION
Your 2870 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 DANGER, WARNING,
CAUTION, and NOTICE 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.
INFORMATION WHICH IS IMPORTANT TO PROPER
OPERATION OR MAINTENANCE, BUT IS NOT HAZARD
RELATED.
All instructions given in this book are as seen from the stern
lookingtowardthebow,withstarboardbeingtoyourright,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-
sary in order to enjoy safe operation of your boat.
NOTICE

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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:
ENGINES
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
2870CenterConsoleOwner’sManual. Thisinformationwillbeimportantfor
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
The Pursuit Limited Warranty Statement is included with your boat. It has been written to be
clearlystatedandeasilyunderstood. Ifyouhaveanyquestionsafterreadingthewarranty,please
contact the Pursuit Customer Relations Department.
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 engines 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.
Theboat warrantyregistrationrequirestheHullIdentificationNumber“HIN” whichislocated
on the starboard side of the transom, just below the rubrail. The engine warranty registration
requires the engine serial number(s). Please refer to the engine owner's manual for the location
of the serial number(s).
IMPORTANT:
All boat manufacturers are required by the Federal Boat Safety Act of 1971 to notify first time
owners 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 files so that we can comply with the law if it should
become necessary.
Product Changes
Pursuit is committed to the continuous improvement 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. Pursuit reserves the right to change standard equipment, optional equipment
andspecificationswithoutnoticeorobligation. Ifyouhave questionsabouttheequipment on
your Pursuit, please contact the Pursuit Customer Relations Department.
Transferring The Warranty
For a Transfer fee, S2 Yachts will extend warranty coverage to subsequent owners of Pursuit
models 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.
IMPORTANTINFORMATION
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S2Yachtswillconfirm,inwriting,thatthetransferofthewarrantyhastakenplace. Afterwhich,
thetransfereewillbetreatedastheoriginalpurchaserasoutlinedinthePursuitLimitedWarranty
Statement.
Service
All warranty repairs must be performed by an authorized Pursuit Dealer. Should a problem
developthatisrelatedtofaultyworkmanshipormaterials,asstatedintheLimitedWarranty,you
should contact your Pursuit dealer to arrange for the necessary repair. If you are not near your
dealeroranotherauthorizedPursuit dealerorthedealerfailstoremedythecauseofthe problem,
then contact the Pursuit Customer Relations Department within 15 days. Itis theboat owner's
responsibility to deliver the boat to the dealer for warranty service.
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OWNER'S/OPERATOR'S
RESPONSIBILITIES
Registration and Numbering
Federal law requires that all undocumented vessels equipped with propulsion machinery be
registered in the state of principal use. A certificate 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 certificate of number whenever the boat is in use. When moved to a new state of
principal use, the certificate is valid for 60 days.
Inorder to be valid,thenumbers must be installedto the proper specifications. Check withyour
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
insurance 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 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
law enforcement authority for the state in which the accident occurred. Immediate notification
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 first aid, a formal report must be filed
within 48 hours.
Aformalreportmustbemadewithin10daysforaccidentsinvolvingmorethan$500.00damage
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 Boating Safety Hotline, 800-368-5647.
Education
Ifyouarenotanexperienced boater, we recommend that theboatoperatorandotherpeoplethat
normally accompanies 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
American Red Cross offer excellent boating educational programs. These courses are worth-
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whileevenforexperiencedboaterstosharpenyourskillsorbringyouuptodateoncurrentrules
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.CoastGuardregulationsrequirecertainequipmenton eachboat. TheCoastGuardalsosets
minimum safety standards for vessels and associated equipment. To meet these standards some
oftheequipmentmustbeCoastGuardapproved. “Coast GuardApprovedEquipment”hasbeen
determined to be in compliance with USCG specifications 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 contacting the Boating Safety
Hotline [phone] or your local marine dealer or retailer and read the book “Sportfish,
Cruisers and Yachts” included with this manual.
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.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Chapter 1::
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:Propulsion System
1.1 General ...................................................................................1-1
1.2 Corrosion ................................................................................1-2
1.3 Engine Lubrication .................................................................1-2
1.4 Engine Cooling System ..........................................................1-3
1.5 Propellers................................................................................1-3
1.6 Engine Instrumentation ..........................................................1-4
Chapter 2: Helm Control Systems
2.1 General................................................................................... 2-1
2.2 Engine Throttle and Shift Controls ........................................ 2-1
2.3 Neutral Safety Switch ............................................................ 2-2
2.4 Engine Power Tilt and Trim .................................................. 2-2
2.5 Engine Stop Switch................................................................ 2-3
2.6 Steering System ..................................................................... 2-4
2.7 Trim Tabs............................................................................... 2-4
2.8 Control Systems Maintenance ............................................... 2-5
Chapter 3: Fuel System
3.1 General................................................................................... 3-1
3.2 Outboard Fuel System ........................................................... 3-2
3.3 Fueling Instructions ............................................................... 3-4
3.4 Fuel System Maintenance...................................................... 3-5
Chapter 4: Electrical System
4.1 General .................................................................................. 4-1
4.2 Batteries................................................................................. 4-1
4.3 DC Distribution System ........................................................ 4-2
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Chapter 4: Electrical System (Continued)
4.4 Switch Panels ........................................................................ 4-2
4.5 110-Volt System.................................................................... 4-6
4.6 Electrical System Maintenance ............................................. 4-9
Chapter 5: Freshwater System
5.1 General ................................................................................. 5-1
5.2 Freshwater System Operation .............................................. 5-1
5.3 Freshwater System Maintenance.......................................... 5-2
Chapter 6: Raw Water System
6.1 General .................................................................................. 6-1
6.2 High Pressure Washdown...................................................... 6-1
6.3 Livewell ................................................................................. 6-3
6.4 Raw Water System Maintenance........................................... 6-4
Chapter 7: Drainage Systems
7.1 General ..................................................................................7-1
7.2 Cockpit Drains.......................................................................7-1
7.3 T-Top Drains .........................................................................7-1
7.4 Bilge Drainage.......................................................................7-1
7.5 Fishboxes, Coolers and Storage Compartment Drains..........7-2
7.6 Water System Drains .............................................................7-3
7.7 Rope Locker Drain ................................................................7-3
7.8 Drainage System Maintenance ..............................................7-3
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Chapter 8: VentilationSystem
8.1 HeadCompartmentVentilation............................................... 8-1
8.2 Maintenance ........................................................................... 8-1
Chapter 9: Exterior Equipment
9.1 Deck........................................................................................ 9-1
9.2 Hull ......................................................................................... 9-3
9.3 Cockpit.................................................................................... 9-3
9.4 Center Console ....................................................................... 9-5
Chapter 10: Interior Equipment
10.1 Marine Head System .............................................................. 10-1
Chapter 11: Safety Equipment
11.1 General ................................................................................... 11-1
11.2 Engine Alarms........................................................................ 11-1
11.3 Neutral Safety Switch ............................................................ 11-2
11.4 Engine Stop Switch ................................................................ 11-2
11.5 Required Safety Equipment ................................................... 11-2
11.6 First Aid ................................................................................. 11-5
11.7 Additional Safety Equipment................................................. 11-6
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Chapter 12: Operation
12.1 General ................................................................................... 12-1
12.2 Rules of the Road ................................................................... 12-1
12.3 Pre-CruiseCheck .................................................................... 12-3
12.4 Operating Your Boat .............................................................. 12-5
12.5 Tower Operation..................................................................... 12-7
12.6 Fishing ................................................................................... 12-8
12.7 Grounding and Towing ......................................................... 12-9
12.8 Trailering Your Boat ............................................................. 12-9
Chapter 13: Routine Maintenance
13.1 Exterior Hull and Deck ........................................................... 13-1
13.2 Upholstery, Canvas and Enclosures........................................ 13-4
13.3 Cabin Interior .......................................................................... 13-6
13.4 Bilge ........................................................................................ 13-7
Chapter 14: Seasonal Maintenance
14.1 Storage and Lay-up ................................................................. 14-1
14.2 Winterizing ............................................................................. 14-4
14.3 Recommissioning.................................................................... 14-6
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Chapter 15: Schematics
12-VoltWiringSchematic................................................................... 15-1
ACWiringSchematic ......................................................................... 15-2
Hydraulic Steering System ................................................................. 15-3
2 Stroke Fuel System ......................................................................... 15-4
4 Stroke Fuel System .......................................................................... 15-5
FuelSelectorValves ........................................................................... 15-6
FreshwaterSystem .............................................................................. 15-7
Raw Water System.............................................................................. 15-8
Cockpit and Hull Drainage System ..................................................... 15-9
Head System - Macerator and Holding Tank...................................... 15-10
Head System - Holding Tank.............................................................. 15-11
SlingPositions..................................................................................... 15-12
Appendix A: Glossary of Terms ......................................................... A-1
Appendix B: Maintenance Log........................................................... B-1
Appendix C: Boating Accident Report............................................... C-1
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Chapter 1:
PROPULSION SYSTEM
1.1 General
ThePursuit2870CenterConsoleisdesignedtobepoweredwithtwin2-cycleor4-cycleoutboard
motors.
Eachmanufacturerofthevariousoutboardmotorsprovidesanowner’sinformationmanualwith
its product. It is important that you read the manual(s) very carefully and become familiar with
the proper care and operation 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 filled out completely by the dealer and purchaser
and then returned to the respective engine manufacturer as soon as possible.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE ANY ENGINE OR DRIVE COMPONENT WITHOUT
BEING TOTALLY FAMILIAR WITH THE SAFE AND PROPER SERVICE PROCE-
DURES. CERTAIN MOVING PARTS ARE EXPOSED AND CAN BE DANGEROUS TO
SOMEONE UNFAMILIAR WITH THE OPERATION AND FUNCTION OF THE EQUIP-
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DO NOT INHALE EXHAUST FUMES! EXHAUST CONTAINS CARBON MON-
OXIDE THAT IS COLORLESS AND ODORLESS. CARBON MONOXIDE IS A
DANGEROUS GAS THAT IS POTENTIALLY LETHAL.
1.2 Corrosion
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
maintenance outlined in the engine owner’s manual, there is little to be concerned with unless
the boat is to be kept in saltwater for extended periods of time. Then, the main concerns are
marine growth and galvanic corrosion.
Marinegrowthoccurswhencomponentsare left in thewaterforextendedperiodsandcancause
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.
Galvanic corrosion is the corrosion process occurring when different metals are submerged in
an electrolyte. Sea water is an electrolyte and submerged engine components must be properly
protected. Outboard motors are equipped with sacrificial anodes to prevent galvanic corrosion
problems. The anodes must be monitored and replaced as necessary. For locations and
maintenance, please refer to the engine owner's manual.
Whenleavingtheboatinthewater,tiltthemotorashighaspossible. Thiswill decreasetherisk
of marine growth around the cooling inlets, propeller and exhaust ports and damage from
galvanic corrosion.
DO NOT PAINT THE OUTBOARD MOTORS WITH ANTIFOULING PAINTS DE-
SIGNED FOR BOAT HULLS. MANY OF THESE PAINTS CAN CAUSE SEVERE DAM-
AGE TO THE ENGINES. CONTACT YOUR PURSUIT DEALER OR ENGINE MANU-
FACTURER FOR INFORMATION ON THE PROPER PAINTING PROCEDURES.
1.3 Engine Lubrication
2-cycle outboard motors are lubricated by a variable ratio oil injection system. The oil tanks are
mounted below the stern bait station near the transom. Always monitor the oil level before each
cruise by checking the gauge in the helm or visually checking the oil level using the reference
marksonthetanks. Whenadditionaloilisneeded,useonlythetypeofoilspecifiedbytheengine
manufacturer. Refer to the engine owner’s manual for oil specifications and additional
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4-cycleoutboardengineshaveanoil sump in the crankcase that must be kept full of the type and
grade of oil recommended by the engine manufacturer. It is normal for 4-cycle engines to
consumeasmallamount of oil. Therefore, the oil must be checked before eachuseandchanged
atregularintervalsasinstructedbytheengineowner'smanual. Aswith2-cycleengines,useonly
the type of oil specified by the engine manufacturer.
Note: Always monitor the oil level in the tanks and only use the type of oil specified by the
enginemanufacturer.
1.4 Engine Cooling System
Outboard engines are raw water (sea water) cooled. Water is pumped through the water inlets,
circulated through the engine block, and relinquished with the exhaust gases through the
propellerhub. Thewaterpumpusesasmallimpellermadeofsyntheticrubber. Theimpellerand
water pump cannot run dry for more than a few seconds. In most outboard motors some cooling
water is diverted through ports below the engine cowling. This allows the operator to visually
checktheoperationofthe cooling system. Whentheengineisstarted,alwayscheck for asteady
stream of water coming out of those ports.
NEVER RUN AN OUTBOARD MOTOR WITHOUT WATER FLOWING TO THE WA-
TER PUMP. SERIOUS DAMAGE TO THE WATER IMPELLER OR ENGINE COULD
RESULT.
Note: Iftheboatisusedinsaltorbadlypollutedwater,theenginesshouldbeflushedafter
each use. Refer to the engine owner’s manual for the proper engine flushing
procedure.
1.5 Propellers
Thepropellersconverttheengine’spowerintothrust. Theycomeinavarietyofstyles,diameters
and pitches. The one that will best suit the needs of your Pursuit will depend somewhat on your
application and expected average load. Propeller sizes are identified by two numbers stamped
on the prop in sequence. The 1st number in the sequence (example 14 x 21) is the diameter 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
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RUNNING AGROUND OR STRIKING AN UNDERWATER OBSTRUCTION CAN
RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY AND DAMAGE TO THE MOTOR OR BOAT.
IF YOUR BOAT RUNS AGROUND, EVALUATE THE DAMAGE THEN PRO-
CEED AT LOW SPEED TO THE NEAREST SERVICE FACILITY AND HAVE
AN IMMEDIATE INSPECTION MADE BEFORE FURTHER 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 INSPECT THE BILGE AREA FOR LEAKS SO THAT THE
BOAT DOES NOT SINK WHILE MOORED.
1.6 Engine Instrumentation
The helm station is equipped with a set of engine instruments and/or alarms. These instruments
allow the pilot to monitor the engines’ operational conditions. Close observation of these
instrumentsallowsthepilottooperatetheenginesatthemostefficientlevelandcouldsavethem
fromseriouscostlydamage. Theinstrumentationisuniquetothetypeofoutboardmotorsinstalled
on your Pursuit. Some or all of the following gauges may be present.
Tachometer
The tachometer displays the speed of the engine(s) in revolutions per minute (RPM) This speed
is not the boat speed nor necessarily the speed of the propeller. The tachometer may not register
zero 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.
TemperatureWarning
The temperature warning indicates the temperature of the engine. A sudden increase in the
temperaturecouldindicateanobstructedwaterinletoran impellerfailure.
CONTINUED OPERATION OF AN OVERHEATED ENGINE CAN RESULT IN
ENGINE SEIZURE. IF AN UNUSUALLY HIGH TEMPERATURE READING
OCCURS, SHUT THE ENGINE OFF IMMEDIATELY. THEN INVESTIGATE
AND CORRECT THE PROBLEM.
Fuel Gauge
The fuel gauge indicates the amount of fuel in the fuel tanks. The fuel gauge switch, located on
the helm, is used to switch the gauge reading to the port or starboard fuel tank.
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