Robalo 220 Owner's manual

This manual has b n compil d to h lp you op rat your boat with
saf ty and pl asur . It contains d tails of th craft, typical quip-
m nt suppli d or fitt d, its syst ms and information on its op ration
and maint nanc . Pl as r ad it car fully and familiariz yours lf
with your boat b for using it.
If this is your first boat, or you ar changing to a n w typ , for your
own comfort and saf ty pl as nsur that you obtain handling and
op rating xp ri nc b for “assuming command” of th boat. Your
d al r or national sailing f d ration or yacht club will b pl as d to
advis you of local s a schools or comp t nt instructors.
Please keep th s manual n a secure place and hand t over to
the new owner when you sell the craft.
2012 Owner’s Manual
For a compl t list of standard and optional f atur s and quipm nt, consult your local Robalo d al r. Du to a policy of continual product improv m nt,
sp cifications ar subj ct to chang without notic . Th w ights and volum s shown ar stimat d and can vary from boat to boat b caus of quipm nt, tc.
Robalo boats m t or xc d both NMMA and U.S. Coast Guard standards.
OWNER’S/OPERATOR’S MANUAL
P.O. Drawer 928
300 Industrial Park Blvd.
Nashville, GA 3 639
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]
Est.6/21/2011

HAZARD COMMUNICATION LABELS...........................
INTRODUCTION.............................................................1
Welcome Aboard!.................................................................1-1
About This Manual ...............................................................1-1
Construction and Standards.................................................1-2
Responsibilities ....................................................................1-4
Laws and Regulations..........................................................1-5
wner’s Logs and Records..................................................1-6
Warranty Policy Transfer......................................................1-6
Boat Data Record.................................................................1-7
Fuel Usage Chart .................................................................1-8
Travel Plan Log ....................................................................1-9
New Boat & Pre-Delivery Record .......................................1-11
Robalo Limited Warranty....................................................1-12
wnership Transfer Record ...............................................1-16
BOATING SAFETY..........................................................2
Hazard Communication........................................................2-1
wner Advisory Statements.................................................2-1
Safety Recommendations ....................................................2-1
Safety Equipment.................................................................2-4
Running and Navigation Lights ............................................2-5
Safety Afloat.........................................................................2-5
Water Sports ......................................................................2-12
Wakeboard Tower and Holders..........................................2-13
Navigational Aids Chart......................................................2-15
SYSTEMS........................................................................3
Electrical Systems................................................................3-1
Fuel System .........................................................................3-9
Fresh Water System.............................................................3-9
Marine Sanitation Devices .................................................3-10
Boat Profile and System Layouts .......................................3-13
COMPONENTS...............................................................4
Dashboard and Instrument Panel ........................................4-1
Windlass System..................................................................4-2
Hydraulic Steering System...................................................4-2
Multifunction Navigation Display System .............................4-3
Throttle .................................................................................4-3
Controls................................................................................4-3
Power Trim ...........................................................................4-3
Stove ....................................................................................4-3
Water Heater........................................................................4-4
Refrigerator ..........................................................................4-4
Microwave ven ..................................................................4-4
Electric Grill ..........................................................................4-5
Bilge Pump...........................................................................4-5
Running or Navigation Lights ...............................................4-5
Docking Lights......................................................................4-5
Underwater Lights ................................................................4-5
Stereo Sound System ..........................................................4-6
Television with Dockside Cable Inlet and DVD Player .........4-6
Generator .............................................................................4-6
Air Conditioner .....................................................................4-7
Transom Shower ..................................................................4-8
Sump Pump .........................................................................4-8
Fire Extinguishers ................................................................4-8
High Water Alarm.................................................................4-9
Quick Reference Information Sheets .................................4-10
UNDERWAY ....................................................................5
Transporting Your Boat.........................................................5-1
Launching and Loading........................................................5-2
Boarding Your Boat ..............................................................5-5
Fueling .................................................................................5-6
perating Your Boat.............................................................5-7
Anchoring Your Boat ..........................................................5-12
Mooring Your Boat .............................................................5-13
Shutting Down the Engine..................................................5-13
Table of Contents continued on next page.
ROBALO BOATS OWNER’S MANUAL

PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR ...............6
Engine ..................................................................................6-1
Tune-up ................................................................................6-2
Fuel System .........................................................................6-2
Monthly Inspection ...............................................................6-2
Lower Drive Unit ( /B) .........................................................6-2
Propeller...............................................................................6-3
Bilge .....................................................................................6-3
TROUBLESHOOTING ....................................................7
INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR CARE ................................8
Fiberglass and Gelcoat ........................................................8-1
Hull Bottom Maintenance .....................................................8-2
Bottom Paint (Anti-Fouling) ..................................................8-2
Deck Hardware and Fittings.................................................8-2
Windshield and Portholes.....................................................8-3
Carpet ..................................................................................8-3
Seat Coverings and Vinyl.....................................................8-3
Canvas (Weather Coverings)...............................................8-4
Cabin Cushions, Side Curtains, and Fabrics .......................8-4
WINTERIZING AND STORAGE .....................................9
Lifting The Boat ....................................................................9-1
Dry Storage Preparation ......................................................9-1
Systems and Components ...................................................9-2
Engine ..................................................................................9-2
Fuel System .........................................................................9-2
Battery..................................................................................9-2
Recommissioning.................................................................9-3
NAUTICAL GLOSSARY ................................................10

Som or all of th hazard communication lab ls shown on th following pag s can b found in various locations on your boat. If your boat is
missing any of th s lab ls, notify your Robalo d al r for r plac m nt.
Note: Respective labels are determined by the standard and optional equipment actually installed on your boat upon delivery.
HAZARD COMMUNICATION LABELS
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WARNING
No ventilation is provided. Fuel vapors
are a fire and explosion hazard. To avoid
injury or death, do not store fuel or
flammable liquids here.
056-0864
!!
WARNING
Avoid serious injury or death from fire
or explosion resulting from leaking fuel.
Inspect system for leaks
at least once a year.
056-0864
WARNING
OPEN FLAME COOKING APPLIANCES
CONSUME OXYGEN. THIS CAN CAUSE
ASPHYXIATION OR DEATH.

MAINTAIN OPEN VENTILATION
DO NOT USE THIS APPLIANCE
FOR COMFORT HEATING.
!WARNING
AVOID SERIOUS ORFATAL INJURY DUE TO
ROTATIONOF SEAT.
LOCK SWIVEL WHENSPEED EXCEEDS 5 M.P.H.
RAW WATER INLET
GENERATOR
CLOSE SEACOCK
WHEN NOT IN USE
RAW WATER INLET
AIR CONDITIONER
CLOSE SEACOCK
WHEN NOT IN USE
AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
FROM FIRE OR EXPLOSION
RESULTING FROM LEAKING FUEL.
INSPECT SYSTEMS FOR LEAKS
PRIOR TO USAGE OF BOAT
WARNING

WARNING
SECURE ALL DOORS WHEN UNDERWAY
OPEN DOORS MAY CAUSE
DAMAGE TO BOAT, AND/OR
PERSONAL INJURY
CLOSE WINDOW
LEAVING WINDOW OPEN WHILE BOAT
IS UNDERWAY OR AT DOCK
COULD INDUCE EXHAUST FUMES INTO
CABIN CAUSING INJURY OR DEATH.
WARNING
WARNING
CHECK SURROUNDING AREA BEFORE CLOSING UP
LID MAY CLOSE SUDDENLY AND
MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO BOAT,
AND OR PERSONAL INJURY
CHECK FOR WATER
ON SEAL BEFORE OPENING
WARNING
AVOID DAMAGE TO YOUR FUEL SYSTEM
DO NOT USE FUEL OR ADDITIVES CONTAINING MORE
THAN 10% ALCOHOL BY VOLUME (Methanol or Ethanol)
DAMAGE AND LOSS OF WARRANTY MAY RESULT
DANGER
Carbon monoxide (CO) can cause brain damage
or death.
Engine and generator exhaust contains odorless
and colorless carbon monoxide gas.
Carbon monoxide will be around the back of the
boat when engines or generators are running.
Move to fresh air, if you feel nausea, headache,
dizziness, or drowsiness NW-206-06