Regal 38 SAV 2019 User manual

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REGAL 38 SAV
OWNER’S MANUAL
NOVEMBER 2019 EDITION

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Important Notes
MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY
This evaporative emission control system is
warranted for two years. If any evaporative emission-
related part on your spark-ignition marine watercraft
is defective, the part will be repaired by Regal Marine
Industries, Inc.
OWNER’S MANUAL RESPONSIBILITIES
•As the spark-ignition marine watercraft owner,
you are responsible for the performance of the
required maintenance listed in your owner’s man-
ual. Regal Marine Industries, Inc. recommends
that you retain all receipts covering maintenance
on your spark-ignition marine watercraft, but Re-
gal Marine Industries, Inc. cannot deny warranty
solely on the lack of receipts.
•As the owner, you should be aware that Regal
Marine Industries, Inc. may deny you warranty
coverage of your spark-ignition marine water-
craft or a part has failed due to abuse, neglect,
or improper maintenance or unapproved modi-
fications.
•You are responsible for presenting your spark-
ignition marine watercraft to a Regal Marine
Industries, Inc. distribution center or a service
center as soon as the problem exists. The war-
ranty repairs should be completed in a reason-
able amount of time, not to exceed 30 days. If
you have any questions regarding your warranty
coverage, you should contact Regal Marine In-
dustries, Inc. at 407-851-4360.
FUEL SYSTEMS
Boats manufactured for use in California for model
year 2018 and after meet the California EVAP
Emissions regulation for spark-ignition marine
watercraft. Boats meeting this requirement will have
a label affixed near the helm.
The fuel system in this boat complies with U.S. EPA
mandated evaporative emission standards at time
of manufacture using certified components. See
the label below.
WARNING
!
Operating, servicing and maintaining a recreational
marine vessel can expose you to chemicals including
engine exhaust, carbon monoxide, phthalates, and lead,
which are known to the State of California to cause
cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
To minimize exposure, avoid breathing exhaust, service
your vessel in a well-ventilated area and wear gloves or
wash your hands frequently when servicing this vessel.
For more information go to: www.P65warnings.ca.gov/
marine.
Note the YYYY MY (model year) along with the Cali-
fornia Evap Family first Letter in the Family grouping
changes annually in this label.

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Introduction
Boating is becoming more popular each and every
year. There are numerous types of recreational ves-
sels on our waterways today involved in an every
growing number of activities. Therefore, as a Re-
gal boat owner it is of the highest priority to learn
about general boating practices before operating
your vessel.
Your Regal dealer will answer many questions and
provide valuable “hands on” information during the completion of the new boat delivery
process. In addition, your dealer has received special factory training on the product line
and his services should be employed to solve any technical problems and periodic mainte-
nance beyond the scope of this manual. Your Regal dealer carries a line of factory approved
parts and accessories.
Your Regal dealer can provide information regarding national training organizations such
as the U.S. Power Squadron and United States Coast Guard Auxiliary. Along with other
organizations and literature, they can help build your “boating savvy” by developing the
necessary skills and awareness to be a safe and confident skipper.
Also, your local library can assist in providing recommended boating literature such as
Chapman Piloting Seamanship & Boat Handling by Elbert S. Maloney. Also, boating infor-
mation is available on the internet.
Remember, waterway conditions can change in a heartbeat. Knowing how to react quickly
comes from experience and knowledge which can be gained through boating education.
Welcome aboard!

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Welcome to Regal
I know I speak for everyone at Regal when I welcome you to the ever-growing family of
Regal boat owners. You’ve chosen a boat that is recognized worldwide for its standard of
excellence. Each step in construction has been carefully scrutinized to assure safety, per-
formance, reliability and comfort for both your passengers and yourself.
Your yacht is certified by the National Marine Manufacturers Association. It also complies
with the applicable standards set by the United States Coast Guard , American Boat and
Yacht Council and the International Marine Certification Institute. Your Regal boat was built
with the same attention to detail and quality of construction that we would expect in a craft
we would purchase ourselves.
Whether you’re a veteran boater or a newcomer, we strongly urge you to read this
owner’s manual thoroughly. Familiarize yourself with the various components of your
vessel, and heed the safety precautions noted herein.
If you have questions that are not covered in this manual, please consult your authorized
Regal dealer for assistance, phone the Regal factory at 407-851-4360 or E-mail us at
www.regalboats.com.
Thank you, and welcome to the “World of Regal !”
Duane Kuck
President & CEO
Our Mission
With God’s Help and a Steadfast Commitment to Integrity,
We will Develop a Team of Exceptional People and Relationships
to Provide Exceptional Customer Satisfaction.

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Table Of Contents
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Introduction
Welcome to Regal
Chapter 1 - General Vessel Information
Chapter 2 - Safety On Board
Chapter 3 - Rules Of The Road
Chapter 4 - Systems
Chapter 5 - Outboard Engines & Controls
Chapter 6 - Vessel Operation
Chapter 7 - Auxiliary Equipment Operation
Chapter 8 - Care & Maintenance
Chapter 9 - Troubleshooting
Chapter 10 - Storage & Winterization
Chapter 11- Glossary & Index
Chapter 12 - Technical

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Chapter 1
General Vessel Information
Regal Owner’s Manual
Your Regal owner’s manual has been compiled
with information to assist you in operating your
craft with safety and pleasure. This manual targets
specific details of Regal related systems and com-
ponents along with their location, operation and
maintenance that normally are not found in the ven-
dor information. In addition, supplier related equip-
ment information is located within the owner’s
information packet.
The Regal owner’s manual is not to be thought of
as a complete shop technical document. Besides
the system chapters, there is troubleshooting in-
formation devoted to select current standard and
optional equipment. In addition, refer to the engine
and generator (if installed) operator’s manuals.
More detailed information may exist in the owner’s
packet associated with that component.
Remember that your Regal dealer has received
special factory training and his services should be
employed to solve more technical problems.
Call 407-851-4360 or go to the internet at regal-
boats.com to find the closest Regal dealership.
In keeping with its commitment to improvement
Regal Marine Industries, Inc. is continually upgrad-
ing the product line. Regal notes that all dimen-
sions, specifications, models, standard and option-
al equipment is subject to change without notice at
any time.
Regal Owner’s Manual QR Label
Currently there is a QR
label attached to a vis-
ible location such as
the helm or cabin. This
label when scanned
by an I phone will take
you via an app to the
Regal web-site where
you can download
your models owner’s manual or for that matter any
Regal owner’s manual.
With the manual downloaded you can duplicate it
into a format you are comfortable using. The QR
label is used globally for any type product from the
food, home and auto business to boats. It affords
much more capacity and is much more customer
friendly than the traditional bar code used by man-
ufacturer’s on their products. Other Regal owner’s
manuals can be found by scanning this QR Code or
by going to: regalboats.com/owners
PREVENT INJURY, DEATH, OR
PROPERTY DAMAGE!
READ AND UNDERSTAND
THE PROPULSION OWNER’S MANUAL
BEFORE ATTEMPTING
TO OPERATE THE VESSEL.
WARNING

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Hull Identification Number
The United States Coast Guard has established
a universal system of numerically recognizing ves-
sels by using a hull identification number or “HIN.”
This number identifies your Regal yachts’ model,
hull number, month and year of manufacture. The
HIN is normally
found on your boat’s
hull on the starboard
side, just below the
rub rail on the tran-
som vertical surface. The HIN is stamped on a
plate and reinforced with a special adhesive. The
HIN consists of 12 alpha or numeric characters.
It is recommended that you locate and write down
the HIN for future reference. It can be especially
useful when ordering parts from your Regal dealer.
A second HIN number is found in a hidden loca-
tion. This second HIN is useful to authorities if the
vessel is stolen and/or the original transom HIN is
modified or eliminated.
Vessel Float Plan
Formulate the float plan on the following page be-
fore departing. Leave it with a responsible person
who will notify the United States Coast Guard or
local law enforcement authorities if you do not re-
turn as planned. If you change your plans be sure
to notify this person. Make copies of the float plan
and use one each time you go boating. This will
help people know where to find you should you not
return on schedule. Do not file the float plan with
the United States Coast Guard.
Owner’s Information Packet
An owner’s informa-
tion packet (black
satchel) is located
on the vessel. Read
and become familiar
with the materials.
This packet contains valuable information on your
propulsion package, standard and optional equip-
ment, systems, care and maintenance along with
component warranty. Store the information packet
in a clean, dry location on board your vessel.
Vessel Information Sheet
It is recommended that you fill out the information
on the following page. It will supply vital statistics
on your vessel.
ABYC Yacht Plate
In proximity to the
helm on Regal
boats over 26’ in
length is a NMMA
(National Marine
Manufacturer’s
Association) yacht plate. This plate recognizes that
your vessel was built to ABYC design compliance
standards in effect on the date the certification
was verified. The plate also states that your
vessel complies with United States Coast Guard
safety system standards in effect on the date of
certification.
Note: Overloading, improper loading and weight
distribution are well documented causes of
accidents. Provide for an extra margin of safety in
rough sea conditions.

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Owner: ______________________________________________________________________
Address:______________________________________________________________________
City & State:___________________________________________________________________
Home Phone: ____________________ Business Phone:________________________________
In Case Of Emergency Notify: ____________________________________________________
Address ______________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
City & State ___________________________________________________________________
Phone _______________________________________________________________________
Insurance Agent’s Name:_________________________________________________________
Policy#: ______________________________________________________________________
USCG Phone: ___________________ Local Police:____________________________________
Marina Phone: _________________ Slip (Dock#): ____________________________________
Hull Serial #: RGM __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __
Key #:__________ Engine:_____________
Selling Dealer: ________________________________________________________________
Address: _____________________________________________________________________
City & State: __________________________________________________________________
Phone: ______________________ Fax: ____________________________________________
Servicing Dealer:_______________________________________________________________
Address:______________________________________________________________________
City & State:___________________________________________________________________
Phone:______________________ Fax:______________________________________________
Vessel Information Sheet

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Vessel Float Plan
Fill out this form before departure. Leave it with a responsible person who will notify the Coast Guard or
police if you don’t return as planned. If you change your plans be sure to notify this person. Make copies of
the float plan and use one each time you go on a trip. This will help people know where to find you should
you not return on schedule. Do not file this plan with the Coast Guard.
Persons Aboard:
Name Age Address Phone
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
Owner: ________________________________ Safety Equipment Aboard: _________________
Address: ________________________________ Life Jackets
City & State: _____________________________ First Aid Kit
Telephone#: _____________________________ Flares
_______________________________________ Flash Light
_______________________________________ VHF Radio
Person Filing Report: ______________________ Cell Phone __#____________________
Name __________________________________ Computer __Desk Top ____Lap Top___
Telephone ______________________________ E-mail address_____________________
_______________________________________ Food_____Water____
_______________________________________
Make Of Cra: ___________________________ State Registration#________________________
Length______Boat Name __________________ Destination:
Color_______ Trim____ Hp________________ Leave From __________________________
Inboard ______ Stern Drive_________________ Time Le____________________________
Hull I.D.# _______________________________ Going To ____________________________
Documented Vessel # ______________________ Fuel Capacity____________________________
_______________________________________ Est. Day Of Arrival _______________________
Other Information ________________________ ____________________________________
_______________________________________ Est. Time Of Arrival ______________________
_______________________________________ If Not Back By____o’clock Call Authorities
_______________________________________
_______________________________________
____See Other Side For Additional Persons

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Vessel Cruise Checklist
Obtain a current weather update.
Hoist the boat & periodically inspect the hull bottom and propellers for damage. Marine growth such as
barnacles will affect performance and fuel efficiency. Check sacrificial anodes located on the propul-
sion unit, transom and engine. Replace anode if less than 2/3 remaining.
Check the electrical system and all safety related equipment. Carry extra fuses. Ensure they are of the
proper capacity and type.
If your boat has been in the water, run the bilge pump until the flow of water stops.
Check to see that all bilge water has drained and the drain plug is installed before launching If your
boat if it has been out of the water.
Check that all required safety equipment is on board and in good working condition Examples include
personal flotation devices (PFD’s), horn, bell, hand held fire extinguishers, and visual distress signals.
Check fuel level. Fuel tanks should be filled to slightly less than capacity. Allow for fuel expansion.
Remember the “one third rule”.
Open engine compartment. Inspect for fuel odors and visible leaks in the fuel, oil, coolant, exhaust and
power steering systems.
Check all fuel filters for the presence of water.
Check fluid levels of engines, drives and generator (if applicable).
Inspect engine for cracked hoses, worn or loose belts, and loose hardware.