PURSUIT OS 285 User manual

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OS 285
OWNER’S MANUAL
921262
June 2007
FISHING BOATS
3901 St. Lucie Blvd.
Ft.Pierce,Florida34946
© 2006S2Yachts,Inc.

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SAFETY INFORMATION
Your Owner’s Manual has been written to
include a number of safety instructions to assure the safe
operation and maintenance of your boat. These instructions
are in the form of DANGER, WARNING, 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
OR 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
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-
sary in order to enjoy safe operation of your boat.
NOTICE

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BOAT INFORMATION
Please fill out the following information section and leave it in your Pursuit
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.
MAKE:
SERIAL #:
MODEL:
KW:
PHONE:
REPRESENTATIVE:
GENERATOR
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.

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OperatorNotes

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CERTIFICATIONS & SPECIFICATIONS
(For Export Only)
Manufacturer:
Name
Address
ZipCode:
Identification Numbers:
HullIdentificationNumber
EngineSerialNumber
TransmissionSerialNumber
Intended Design Category:
Ocean Inshore
Offshore ShelteredWaters
Weight and Maximum Capacities:
UnladenWeight-Kilograms(Pounds)
MaximumLoad-Weight-Kilograms(Pounds)
NumberofPeople
MaximumRatedEngineHorsepower-Kilowatts (Horsepower)
Certifications:
Certifications&ComponentsCovered
To be in compliance with European directives for recreational boats as published by the
InternationalOrganizationforStandardization(ISO)ineffectatthetimethisboatwasmanufac-
tured,we are providingthe followinginformation.

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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 clearly stated
and easily understood. If you have any questions after reading the warranty, please contact Pursuit Customer
Relations.
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 manufacturers to register your ownership.
This should be done within 15 days of the date of purchase and before the boat is put into service. A form
for recording this information is provided at the beginning of this manual. This information will be important
for you and service personnel to know, if and when you may need service or technical information.
The boat warranty registration requires the Hull Identification Number “HIN” which is located 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
eventanydefectisdiscovered “whichcreatesasubstantialrisk ofpersonal injurytothepublic.” Itisessential
thatwe haveyourwarrantyregistration cardcompletewithyournameandmailing addressinourfiles
so that we can comply with the law if it should become necessary.
Product Changes
Pursuitiscommittedtothecontinuousimprovementofourboats. Asaresult,someoftheequipmentdescribed
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 and specifications without notice or obligation. If
you have questions about the equipment on your Pursuit, please contact Pursuit Customer Relations.
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.
S2Yachtswillconfirm,inwriting,thatthetransferofthewarrantyhastakenplace. Afterwhich,thetransferee
will be treated as the original purchaser as outlined in the Pursuit Limited Warranty Statement.
Service
All warranty repairs must be performed by an authorized Pursuit Dealer. Should a problem develop that is
relatedto faulty workmanshipormaterials, asstatedin theLimitedWarranty, you shouldcontact your Pursuit
dealer to arrange for the necessary repair. If you are not near your dealer or another authorized Pursuit dealer
orthedealerfailstoremedythecauseoftheproblem,thencontactthePursuitCustomerRelationsDepartment
within15 days. Itistheboatowner'sresponsibilitytodelivertheboattothedealerforwarrantyservice.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION

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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.
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 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.
Ifa person diesorthere areinjuriesrequiring more thanfirstaid, aformalreport must befiledwithin 48hours.
A formal report must be made within 10 days for accidents involving more than $500.00 damage or the
complete loss of a boat.
A"BoatingAccidentReport"formislocatednearthebackofthismanualtoassistyouinreportinganaccident.
If you need additional information regarding accident reporting, please call the Boating Safety Hotline, 800-
368-5647.
Education
If you are not an experienced boater, we recommend that the boat operator and other people that normally
accompaniesthe operator, enrollina boatingsafetycourse. Organizations such astheU.S. PowerSquadrons,
United States Coast Guard Auxiliary, State Boating Authorities and the American Red Cross offer excellent
boating educational programs. These courses are worthwhile even for experienced boaters to sharpen your
skills or bring you up to date on current rules and regulations. They can also help in providing local
navigational information when moving to a new boating area. Contact your dealer, State Boating Authority
or the Boating Safety Hotline, 800-368-5647 for further information on boating safety courses.
Required Equipment
U.S. Coast Guard regulations require certain equipment on each boat. The Coast Guard also sets minimum
safety standards for vessels and associated equipment. To meet these standards some of the equipment must
beCoastGuardapproved. “CoastGuardApprovedEquipment”hasbeendeterminedtobeincompliancewith
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USCG specifications and regulations relating to performance, construction, or materials. The equipment
requirements vary according to the length, type of boat, and the propulsion system. Some of the Coast Guard
equipmentisdescribedintheSafetyEquipmentchapterofthismanual. Foramoredetaileddescription,obtain
“Federal Requirements And Safety Tips For Recreational Boats” by contacting the Boating Safety Hotline
800-368-5647 or your local marine dealer or retailer.
Some state and local agencies impose similar equipment requirements on waters that do not fall under Coast
Guard jurisdiction. These agencies may also require additional equipment that is not required by the Coast
Guard. Your dealer or local boating authority can provide you with additional information for the equipment
requirements for your boating area.

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TABLEOFCONTENTS
Introduction:
Safety Information .....................................................................................3
Boat Information (CE Small Craft Supplement) .......................................5
Certifications & Specifications ..................................................................7
Warranty Information ................................................................................Tab
Important Information................................................................................9
Owner's/Operator's Responsibilities ...........................................................11
Chapter 1: Propulsion System
1.1 General ...........................................................................................17
1.2 Outboard Saltwater Application .....................................................17
1.3 Engine Lubrication.........................................................................18
1.4 Engine Cooling System ..................................................................18
1.5 Propellers........................................................................................19
1.6 Engine Instrumentation ..................................................................19
Chapter 2: HelmSystems
2.1 General ............................................................................................21
2.2 Helm Access....................................................................................21
2.3 Engine Throttle and Shift Controls ................................................21
2.4 Neutral Safety Switch .....................................................................22
2.5 Engine Power Tilt and Trim...........................................................22
2.6 Automatic Fire Extinguisher System ..............................................23
2.7 Engine Stop Switch ........................................................................23
2.8 Steering System ..............................................................................23
2.9 Trim Tabs .......................................................................................24
2.10 Compass ..........................................................................................25
2.11 Control Systems Maintenance .........................................................25
Chapter3: Fuel System
3.1 General ............................................................................................27
3.2 Fuel System.....................................................................................28
3.3 Generator Fuel System....................................................................29
3.4 Fueling Instructions ........................................................................30
3.5 Fuel System Maintenance ...............................................................31

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Chapter 4: ElectricalSystem
4.1 General ............................................................................................33
4.2 DC Distribution System ...................................................................33
4.3 12-Volt DC Panels ...........................................................................36
4.4 AC System ........................................................................................ 38
4.5 Generator........................................................................................... 41
4.6 Electrical System Maintenance ........................................................ 43
Chapter5: Plumbing Systems
5.1 Fresh Water System .........................................................................45
5.2 Raw Water Washdown .....................................................................46
5.3 Air Conditioning Pump....................................................................47
5.4 Livewell ...........................................................................................47
5.5 Drainage ...........................................................................................48
5.6 Plumbing System Maintenance .......................................................50
Chapter6: Ventilation System
6.1 Cabin Ventilation .............................................................................53
6.2 Windshield Ventilation.....................................................................53
6.3 Carbon Monoxide and Proper Ventilation .......................................53
6.4 Bilge Compartment Ventilation .......................................................53
6.5 Generator Compartment Ventilation ................................................54
6.6 Maintenance......................................................................................54
Chapter7: ExteriorEquipment
7.1 Deck................................................................................................57
7.2 Hull.................................................................................................59
7.3 Cockpit ...........................................................................................59
7.4 Tower .............................................................................................61

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Chapter 8: Interior Equipment
8.1 Companionway Door......................................................................63
8.2 Head Compartment.........................................................................63
8.3 Galley ............................................................................................64
8.4 Convertible V-Berth and Table ......................................................65
8.5 Carbon Monoxide Detector ............................................................65
8.6 Air Conditioner ..............................................................................65
8.7 Audio and Video Systems ..............................................................66
Chapter 9: Safety Equipment
9.1 General .............................................................................................67
9.2 Engine Alarms..................................................................................67
9.3 Neutral Safety Switch ......................................................................68
9.4 Engine Stop Switch..........................................................................68
9.5 Automatic Fire Extinguishing System .............................................68
9.6 Carbon Monoxide .............................................................................69
9.7 First Aid ...........................................................................................72
9.8 Required Safety Equipment .............................................................72
9.9 Additional Safety Equipment...........................................................75
Chapter 10: Operation
10.1 General ...........................................................................................77
10.2 Homeland Security Restrictions .....................................................78
10.3 Rules of the Road ...........................................................................78
10.4 Pre-Cruise Check ............................................................................79
10.5 Operating Your Boat ......................................................................81
10.6 Fishing ............................................................................................83
10.7 Tower Operation ............................................................................83
10.8 Docking, Anchoring and Mooring .................................................84
10.9 Controls, Steering or Propulsion System Failure...........................86
10.10 Collision .........................................................................................86
10.11 Grounding, Towing and Rendering Assistance ..............................87
10.12 Flooding or Capsizing ....................................................................87
10.13 Transporting Your Boat .................................................................88
10.14 Trailering Your Boat ......................................................................88
12.15 Water Skiing...................................................................................90
12.16 Man Overboard...............................................................................90
10.17 Trash Disposal ................................................................................91

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Chapter 11: Routine Maintenance
11.1 General ...........................................................................................93
11.2 Exterior Hull and Deck ..................................................................93
11.3 Seats, Upholstery, Canvas and Enclosures .....................................97
11.4 Cabin Interior .................................................................................99
11.5 Bilge ...............................................................................................99
11.6 Generator ........................................................................................99
Chapter 12: Seasonal Maintenance
12.1 Storage and Lay-up ........................................................................101
12.2 Winterizing .....................................................................................103
12.3 Recommissioning............................................................................106
Appendix A: Glossary of Terms .........................................................................109
Appendix B: Maintenance Schedule and Log ....................................................117
Appendix C: Boating Accident Report ...............................................................123
Appendix D: Float Plan ......................................................................................125
Appendix E: Trouble Shooting Guide.................................................................127

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Chapter 1:
PROPULSIONSYSTEM
1.1 General
The Pursuit OS 285 is designed to be powered with twin 2-cycle or 4-cycle outboard motors.
Each manufacturer of the various outboard motors provides an owner’s information manual which includes
its limited warranty statement with its product. It is important that you read this information very carefully
and become familiar with the warranty and 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 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.
USE ONLY CLEAN, DRY FUEL OF THE TYPE AND GRADE RECOMMENDED BY THE EN-
GINE MANUFACTURER. THE USE OF INCORRECT OR CONTAMINATED FUEL CAN
CAUSE ENGINE MALFUNCTION AND SERIOUS DAMAGE.
1.2 Outboard Saltwater Application
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
engineowner’smanual,thereislittletobeconcernedwithunlesstheboatistobekeptinsaltwaterforextended
periods of time. Then the main concerns are marine growth and galvanic corrosion.
Marine growth occurs when components are left in the water for extended periods and can cause poor
performanceorpermanent damage to theexposedcomponents. Thetype of growth andhowquicklyit 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.
When leaving the boat in the water, tilt the motors as high as possible. This will decrease the risk of marine
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DO NOT PAINT THE OUTBOARD MOTORS WITH ANTIFOULING PAINTS DESIGNED FOR
BOAT HULLS. MANY OF THESE PAINTS CAN CAUSE SEVERE DAMAGE TO THE EN-
GINES. CONTACT YOUR PURSUIT DEALER OR ENGINE MANUFACTURER FOR INFOR-
MATION ON THE PROPER PAINTING PROCEDURES.
1.3 Engine Lubrication
4-cycle outboard engines have an oil 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 consume a small amount of
oil. Therefore, the oil must be checked before each use and changed at regular intervals as instructed by the
engine owner's manual. Use only the type of oil specified by the engine manufacturer.
2-cycle outboard motors are lubricated by an oil injection system. Always monitor the oil level before each
cruise by checking the gauge in the helm or visually checking the oil level using the reference marks on the
tanks. When additional oil is needed, use only the type of oil specified by the engine manufacturer. Refer
to the engine owner’s manual for oil specifications and additional information on the oil injection system.
Refer to the Fuel System chapter.
ALWAYS MONITOR THE OIL LEVEL AND ONLY USE THE TYPE OF OIL SPECIFIED
BY THE ENGINE MANUFACTURER.
1.4 Engine Cooling System
Outboard engines are raw water (sea water) cooled. Water is pumped through the water inlets, circulated
throughtheengine block, and relinquished with the exhaustgasesthroughthe propeller hub. The water pump
uses a small impeller made of synthetic rubber. The impeller and 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 check the operation of the cooling system. When the engine
is started, always check for a steady stream 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.
If the boat is used in salt or badly polluted water, the engines should be flushed after each use. Refer to the
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1.5 Propellers
Thepropellers convert theengine’spower intothrust. Theycome in avarietyof styles,diametersand pitches.
The one that will best suit the needs of your Pursuit will depend somewhat on your application and expected
averageload. Propeller sizesare identifiedbytwonumbersstampedonthe propin sequence. The1st 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 information on propeller removal and installation.
1.6 Engine Instrumentation
Thehelmstationisequippedwithasetofengineinstrumentsandalarms. Theseinstrumentsallowtheoperator
to monitor the engines’ operational conditions. Close observation of these instruments allows the operator
to operate the engines at the most efficient level and could save them from serious costly damage. The
instrumentationisuniquetothetypeofoutboardmotorsinstalledonyourPursuit. Someorallofthefollowing
gauges may be present.
This model is equipped with Yamaha Command Link Integrated Information System®. Please refer
to the Yamaha manuals for information on the operation of this system.
TACHOMETER
The tachometer displays the speed of the engine in revolutions per minute (RPM). This speed is not the boat
speedornecessarilythespeedofthepropeller. Thetachometermaynotregisterzerowiththekeyinthe“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. Most speedometers measure the water
pressure against a small hole in a pickup tube located in the engine lower unit or mounted on the bottom of
the transom.
TEMPERATUREWARNING
Thetemperature warning indicates the temperature of the engine. A sudden increase in the temperature could
indicate an obstructed water inlet or an impeller failure.
CONTINUED OPERATION OF AN OVERHEATED ENGINE CAN RESULT IN ENGINE SEI-
ZURE. IF AN UNUSUALLY HIGH TEMPERATURE READING OCCURS, SHUT THE EN-
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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. This gauge is a relative indication of
the available fuel supply and not a calibrated instrument.
VOLTMETER
The voltmeter displays the voltage for the battery and the charging system. The normal voltage is 11 to 12
volts with the engine(s) off and 13 to 14.5 volts with the engine(s) running.
HOURMETER
The hour meter keeps a record of the operating time for the engine.
TILT/TRIMGAUGE
The tilt/trim gauge monitors the position of the outboard engine. The upper range of the gauge indicates the
tilt,which isused forshallow wateroperation andtrailering. The lowerrange indicatesthe trimposition. This
is the range used to adjust the hull angle while operating your boat on plane. Please refer the engine owner’s
manual for more information on the operation of the outboard power tilt and trim.
ENGINEALARMS
Most outboards are equipped with an audible alarm system mounted in the helm area that monitors selected
criticalenginesystems. Thealarmwill soundifoneofthesesystemsbeginstofail. Refertotheengineowner’s
manual for information on the alarms installed with your engines.
IF THE ENGINE ALARM SOUNDS, IMMEDIATELY SHUT OFF THE ENGINE UNTIL THE
PROBLEM IS FOUND AND CORRECTED.
FUELMANAGEMENT
Fuelmanagementsystemsarestandardequipmentwithsomeoutboardengines. OnYamaha®engines,thefuel
management gauge is a multifunction gauge used to monitor aspects of the engine's fuel consumption. If you
have a fuel management system installed on your boat, please refer to the engine or fuel management manual.
INSTRUMENTMAINTENANCE
Electrical protection for instruments and ignition circuitry is provided by a circuit breaker or fuse located on
theengine. Theignitionswitchesandallinstruments,controls,etc.shouldbeprotectedfromtheweatherwhen
not in use. Excessive exposure can lead to gauge and ignition switch failures.