Silver Eagle WA 650 User manual

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Silver
Owner’s Manual
Omistajan käsikirja Användarhandbok Owner’s Manual Eignerhandbuch Manuel du propriétaire
www.silverboats.fi
Finland www.terhitec.fi

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Preface
Dear Silver boat owner! Thank you for buying a Silver boat. We hope
that you will enjoy it!
This Owner’s Manual is intended to help you use your boat safely. It
provides a detailed description of the boat and related systems and
accessories as well as information about the proper operation and
care of the boat. Please read this manual carefully before using the
boat for the first time.
Naturally, the Owner’s Manual is no course in seamanship or boat-
ing safety. If this is your first boat or you have traded your old boat
in for a new type that you are not familiar with, make sure, for
you own comfort and safety, that you gain enough experience in
handling and using the boat before accepting command. The deal-
er, boating clubs and national motor-boating and sailing associa-
tions will be happy to recommend local boating schools or compe-
tent instructors.
Make sure that the design category of your boat will meet the
predicted wind conditions and wave heights and that you and your
crew can handle the boat in such conditions. The wind and wave
conditions corresponding to design categories A, B, and C range
from a storm to strong winds involving a risk of exceptional waves
and gusting. Although your boat is designed for such conditions,
safe operation requires an able, trained crew and a well-maintained
boat.
This Owner’s Manual is not a detailed maintenance or troubleshoot-
ing guide. In case of problems, contact the manufacturer or your
dealer. Always have the boat serviced and repaired and any altera-
tions done by qualified personnel. Any modifications that may
affect the safety of the boat should be evaluated, carried out and
documented by a qualified person. The manufacturer accepts no
liability for unauthorised modifications.
In some countries, a special boating licence or authorization may
be required to operate the boat. These countries may also apply
other additional regulations.
Always keep the boat in good condition. Consider wear and tear
due to ageing, rough treatment or misuse. Any boat – irrespective
of its strength – may be seriously damaged if it not used properly.
Misuse is not part of safe boating. Always adjust your speed and
direction of travel to the prevailing swell.
If your boat is equipped with a life raft, read its operating instruc-
tions with care. The boat should always have the appropriate safe-
ty equipment (life vests, safety harness, etc. ) according to the type
of boat, weather conditions, etc. In some countries, such equip-
ment is compulsory. The crew should be familiar with the use of all
the safety equipment and emergency manoeuvres (for example, re-
boarding a person falling overboard, towing, etc.). Sailing schools
and clubs organise sea rescue exercises on a regular basis.

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All persons onboard the boat should wear suitable flotation device
(life vest / boating vest) when on deck. Note that in some countries it
is mandatory to wear a flotation device at all times when onboard.
KEEP THIS OWNER’S MANUAL IN A SAFE PLACE AND GIVE IT TO THE
NEXT OWNER IF YOU SELL THE BOAT.

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Before departure
Read this Owner’s Manual carefully.
Always check the following items before departure:
Prevailing weather and weather forecast
Consider wind, wave height, and visibility. Is the design category of
your boat, its size and accessories as well as the skills of the master
and crew sufficient for the waters in which you intend to travel? In
strong winds and high seas, all hatches must be closed to prevent
water from entering the boat.
Load-carrying capacity
Do not overload the boat, and distribute the load evenly. Do not
place heavy objects in elevated positions because they may jeop-
ardise the stability of the boat.
Passengers
Make sure that there are enough life vests for all onboard. Before
departure explain the duties of every passenger during the trip.
Fuel
Make sure that you have enough fuel, including reserves in case of
foul weather.
Engine and equipment
Check the operation and condition of the steering system, electri-
cal equipment and the battery and carry out the daily checks speci-
fied in the engine manual. Ensure the seaworthiness of the boat by
checking for fuel and water leaks, make sure that all the safety gear
is onboard, etc. Make sure that the water level in the bilge is at its
minimum.
Ventilation
If the engine compartment in your boat is equipped with a fan, let it
run for at least 4 minutes before starting the engine. Start the en-
gine following the manufacturer’s instructions. Ensure adequate
ventilation around fuel tank(s) to reduce the risk of fire.
Stowage of goods
Make sure that all the goods are secured so that they cannot move
in heavy seas and strong winds.

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Nautical charts
If you are not navigating a route that you know by heart, make sure
that you have enough charts to make the trip safely.
Departure and landing manoeuvres
Agree with the crew members who will manage what rope. Make
sure that mooring lines, etc., cannot get entangled in the propeller
when departing or landing.
Consult the engine manual for information concerning the engine.

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Contents
1 General 141
2 Definitions 141
3 Warranty 141
4 Commissioning 141
4.1 Registration 141
4.2 Insurance 142
4.3 Training 142
5 Characteristics and operation of the boat 142
5.1 General 142
5.2 Basic boat data 142
5.3 Maximum number of persons the boat is
designed to carry 143
5.4 Loading 143
5.5 Engine and propeller 144
5.6 Stability and flooding 148
5.6.1 Openings in hull and deck 148
5.6.2 Bilge pumps and drainage 149
5.7 Prevention of fire and explosion 149
5.7.1 Engines 149
5.7.2 Other fuel-burning systems 149
5.7.3 Fire protection 155
5.8 Electrical system 156
5.9 Handling characteristics 156
5.9.1 Driving at high speeds 156
5.9.2 Visibility from the steering position 157
5.10 Proper seamanship – recommendations
and instructions 157
5.10.1 Protection from falling overboard and
means of re-boarding 157
5.10.2 Stowage of life raft 157
5.10.3 Ventilation 158
5.10.4 Securing loose items 158
5.10.5 Respect for the environment 158
5.10.6 Anchoring, mooring and towing 158
5.10.7 Trailering 159
6 Maintenance and winterizing 160
6.1 Measures before winter docking 160
6.2 Washing and cleaning 160
6.3 Winter storage and servicing 160
6.4 Measures before launching 161
7 Repairs 161
Appendices 167

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1 General
This Owner’s Manual helps you get to know your boat and learn
about its characteristics, maintenance and servicing. The manu-
als for the accessories installed in the boat are included, and ref-
erence is frequently made to them. Naturally, you can supplement
this manual with the manuals for any additional accessories you
may have retrofitted. Space is provided for your own notes at the
end of the manual.
2 Definitions
The following texts are used in this manual to indicate risk or danger:
DANGER! Means that there is a serious risk of injury or death
unless proper precautionary action is taken.
WARNING! Means that there is a risk of injury or death unless
proper precautionary action is taken.
CAUTION! Reminds of a safe procedure or highlights an unsafe
procedure that may lead to an injury or damage to the
boat or its components.
This manual makes use of the SI units of measurements. Other
units may be used in brackets in places.
3 Warranty
The manufacturer gives the boat and the accessories installed at
the boatyard a two-year warranty in accordance with the terms
indicated on the warranty card. Warranties for the following
components are given by the respective manufacturers:
engine and drive
trim tabs
stove, refrigerator, and heater
compass
instruments
navigation equipment.
The warranty certificates for these devices and the contact details
of the suppliers are attached. In case of inquiries concerning other
equipment, please contact
TerhiTec Oy, Sorvitie 4, FI-63700 Ähtäri
Tel.[phone], fax [phone]
silverveneet@terhitec.fi
4 Commissioning
4.1 Registration
Under the Finnish Boating Decree, motorboats with an engine with
an output at least 15kW or hull length at least 5,5 meters, must be
entered in the National Craft Register. For more details, contact the
local register office (maistraatti). A person operating a registered
boat must be at least 15 years of age.

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4.2 Insurance
Boat insurance may cover damage sustained at sea or when the
boat is transported over land or docked. Check the insurance liabil-
ity before the boat is lifted out of water. Indirectly, insurance may
also improve safety at sea: in case of an accident, you can concen-
trate on saving human life. Contact an insurance company for infor-
mation about boat insurance.
4.3 Training
No one is born a master. Many books on boating and navigation are
available. Check about the possibilities of attending navigation and
boating courses. While they will get you started, true confidence
in handling, navigation, mooring and anchoring is only achieved
through long practice. It is also advisable to find out about the local
boating clubs and their activities.
5 Characteristics and operation
of the boat
5.1 General
This Owner’s Manual is not intended to be a complete servicing and
maintenance guide. However, it will help you get to know your boat
and its characteristics and operate it safely.
5.2 Basic boat data
The technical data on the various Silver boat models is listed in the
following table:
Design category:
Category C: Designed for voyages where conditions up to and in-
cluding wind force 6 (Beaufort scale), or 14 m/s, and significant
wave heights of up to 2 m may be experienced (see Note below).
Such conditions may be encountered on open lakes, estuaries, and
coastal waters in reasonable weather conditions.
Category D: Designed for voyages where conditions up to and in-
cluding wind force 4 (Beaufort scale), or 8 m/s, and significant wave
heights of up to 0.3 m may be experienced (with occasional wave
heights of 0.5 m). Such conditions may be encountered in sheltered
waters and coastal waters in good weather.
Note:
Significant wave height means the average height of the highest
1/3rd of the waves over a given period, which is equivalent to the
wave height estimated by an experienced observer. Waves of dou-
ble that height may occasionally be experienced.
Main dimensions and capacities:
The boat’s length, beam, draught, total weight, etc., and tank ca-
pacities are indicated in the Technical Specifications in Appendix 1.
Builder’s plate:
A builder’s plate that shows some of the above information is af-
fixed within the field of vision of the pilot. Supplementary data is
provided in the appropriate sections of this manual.

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5.3 Maximum number of persons the boat
is designed to carry
The maximum numbers of persons the different Silver boat models
are designed to carry are indicated in the following table. The seats
intended for the passengers are indicated in Fig. 1.
WARNING! Never exceed the maximum number of passengers. Ir-
respective of the number of people onboard, the com-
bined weight of the passengers and equipment may
never exceed the maximum permissible load (see
Loading). Always use the seats provided.
5.4 Loading
The maximum permissible load that Silver boats are designed to
carry include the following:
a) total weight of the persons onboard (an adult is
assumed to weigh 75 kg and a child 37.5 kg )
b) basic equipment
c) weight of the liquids carried in portable containers
(water, fuel, etc.)
d) total weight of the consumable liquids in integrated
tanks (water, fuel, etc. ) (with full tanks)
The recommended weight only includes the weight components
listed above.
WARNING: When loading things aboard, never exceed the maxi-
mum permissible load. Position the load carefully to
ensure the optimum balance of the boat (even keel).
Do not place heavy objects in elevated positions.
Maximum number of passengers:
Silver Beaver 450 5
Silver Fox DC/BR 485 5
Silver Wolf DC/BR 510 6
Silver Hawk BR/CC 540 7
Silver Shark BR/CC 540 7
Silver Eagle BR 650/CC 630 7
Silver Eagle Cabin 650 7
Silver Eagle WA 650 7
Silver Eagle Star Cabin 650 6
Silver Condor 730 8
Maximum permissible load:
Silver Beaver 450 430 kg
Silver Fox DC/BR 485 435 kg
Silver Wolf DC/BR 510 500 kg
Silver Hawk BR/CC 540 615 kg
Silver Shark BR/CC 580 525 kg
Silver Eagle BR 650 675 kg
Silver Eagle CC 630 705 kg
Silver Eagle Cabin 650 675 kg
Silver Eagle WA 650 675 kg
Silver Eagle Star Cabin 650 600 kg
Silver Condor 730 1005 kg

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Maximum permissible engine outputs:
Silver Beaver 450 30 kW (40 hv)
Silver Fox DC 37 kW (50 hv)
Silver Fox BR 485 45 kW (60 hv)
Silver Wolf DC/BR 510 45 kW (60 hv)
Silver Hawk BR/CC 540 75 kW (100 hv)
Silver Shark BR/CC 580 86 kW (115 hv)
Silver Eagle BR 650 130 kW (175 hv)
Silver Eagle CC 630 112 kW (150 hv)
Silver Eagle Cabin 650 112 kW (150 hv)
Silver Eagle WA 650 130 kW (175 hv)
Silver Eagle Star Cabin 650 112 kW (150 hv)
Silver Condor 730 220 kW (300 hv)
5.5 Engine and propeller
The maximum engine outputs that may be used on Silver boats are
indicated in the following table. Follow the motor manufacturer’s
instructions in the selection of the propeller.
Maximum permissible load includes:
Basic
equipment,
kg
Fuel in
portable
containers, kg
Fuel in
integrated
tanks, kg
Silver Beaver 450 10 30
Silver Fox DC/BR 485 10 60
Silver Wolf DC/BR 510 10 40
Silver Hawk BR/CC 540 10 80
Silver Shark BR/CC 580 11 100
Silver Eagle BR 650 15 100
Silver Eagle CC 630 15 100
Silver Eagle WA 650 20 100
Silver Eagle Star Cabin 650 20 100
Silver Condor 730 25 250

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Fig. 1. Seats for maximum permissible number of passengers.
Silver Beaver 450
Silver Fox DC 485
Silver Fox BR 485
Wolf BR 510
Wolf DC 510
Silver Hawk CC 540

12 Fig. 1. Seats for maximum permissible number of passengers.
Silver Shark CC and Silver Eagle CC Silver Hawk BR 540
Silver Shark BR 580 Silver Eagle WA 650

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Fig. 1. Seats for maximum permissible number of passengers.
Silver Eagle 650 Silver Condor 730
Silver Cabin 650Silver Star Cabin 650

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5.6.2 Bilge pumps and drainage
Silver boats are equipped with an automatic electric bilge pump in
the location shown in Fig. 5. When the sensor detects the presence
of water in the bilge, the pump drains it automatically. The pump is
always in standby mode irrespective of the position of the main cir-
cuit breaker provided that the battery has been installed and con-
nected. The electric bilge pump can also be operated from the
switch panel. The capacity of the bilge pump is about 45 litres/min.
Boats without a manual electric pump installed do not feature an
automatic emptying function: in this case, the pump is engaged by
a switch in the switch panel.
The electric bilge pump is operated from the switch panel described
in Section 5.8.
Carry out regular checks to ensure that the ends of the bilge pump
suction hoses are not blocked by debris.
WARNING! The bilge pump system is not designed for controlling
leaks resulting from running aground or other such
damage.
CAUTION! Check the bilge pump regularly for correct operation.
Remove any debris from the pump suction inlets.
5.7 Prevention of fire and explosion
5.7.1 Engines
If the engine compartment in your boat is equipped with a fan, let it
run for at least 4 minutes before starting the engine as indicated in
the warning sign in front of the pilot. Also make sure that the ven-
5.6 Stability and flooding
5.6.1 Openings in hull and deck
The location of thru-hulls and related shutoff valves are indicated
in Fig. 5.
Silver boats are lined with a self-draining fibreglass interior.
The self-draining outlets in the aft corners of the interior must
be kept open and free from debris to ensure drainage. The Silver
Colibri is self-draining only when unloaded.
CAUTION! Despite self-drainage, water may find its way into the
bilge through motor well openings and inspection
doors. Check the bilge level before setting out to the
sea and drain it with the bilge pump provided.
On Silver Eagle, Silver Shark, and Silver Hawk 540,
the deck self-draining outlets can be closed with ball
valves. On the other models they can be closed with
plugs. If the boat is to carry a heavier-than-normal
load, close the self-draining outlets to prevent the
ingress of water.
With Silver Cab models, keep the cabin doors and
hatches closed in strong winds and heavy seas.
WARNING! If you want to keep the cabin roof hatch open when un-
der way, secure it in the open position with the locking
mechanism. Failing that, a sudden movement of the
boat may cause the roof hatch to close without warn-
ing and cause injuries. Secure all the other hatches and
doors in the same way.

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tilation openings are open and free from debris, etc. After starting
the engine, check the cooling water circulation.
Before refuelling switch off the engine, stove, heater and put out
any cigarettes. Do not operate any switches or devices that may
produce sparks.
The fuel inlet ( ) is located on the stern deck.
When refuelling at a service station, do not use a plastic funnel be-
cause it will prevent the discharge of static voltage between the fill-
er pistol and fuel inlet bushing. After refuelling (check tank capacity
in Section 5), make sure that no fuel has leaked into the bilge or en-
gine well. Wipe off any fuel splashes right away.
Space has been provided for one slip tank under the aft seat. Do
not keep any reserve canisters in a non-ventilated space or leave
them loose.
Do not leave any loose objects in the engine well that may get in
touch with hot engine parts or damage the fuel lines. Check the fuel
lines once a year for wear.
5.7.2 Other fuel-burning systems
If the boat is equipped with a paraffin heater, separate instructions
are provided with the boat. Use only high-grade paraffin for fuel.
Before refuelling switch off the engine, stove, heater and put out
any cigarettes. Do not operate any switches or devices that may
produce sparks. Wipe off any fuel splashes right away.
Fig. 2. Switch panel and fuses.
symbol explanation
navigation lights
anchor light
windshield wiper
trim tabs
bilge pump
heater
interior light
Switch symbols on
Silver boats

16 Fig. 2. Switch panel and fuses.
12V
Beaver Fox

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Hawk CC
4/4
1/4
12V
TANK
Hawk BR
Fig. 2. Switch panel and fuses.

18 Fig. 2. Switch panel and fuses.
5
TRIM
4/4
TANK
1/4
1
12V
Shark BR 580
1/4
4/4 12V
Wolf DC/BR

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Shark CC / Eagle CC
1/4
4/4
0
60
2
FUEL
1
0
34
6
7
5
7
5
30
10
70
40
0
3
6
20 50
4
12V
2
1
Fig. 2. Switch panel and fuses.
Eagle BR 650
3
60
70
30
0
50
7
6
10
0
40
2
12V
1
20
TRIM
5
4

20 Fig. 2. Switch panel and fuses.
Eagle Cabin / Star CabinEagle WA
12V
4/4
1/4
TANK