World Cat GLACEIR BAY EDITION 2770 User manual

2018 World Cat Glacier Bay Edion 2770/2780 Owners Manual
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2018 World Cat Glacier Bay Edion 2770/2780 Owners Manual
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1090 West Saint James St.
Tarboro, North Carolina 27886
Dear World Cat owner:
Thank you for being our customer. Welcome aboard!
We wish to take this opportunity to sincerely thank you for putting your trust in our boat building
team and becoming the newest member of the World Cat Family.
The following manual is designed to ensure you enjoy your new World Cat Glacier Bay Edition for
many years to come. We have made every effort to ensure you and your family are safe, enjoy the
unique features of a World Cat, and continue to love the World Cat ride that no other boat company
can offer.
If you should ever need assistance with the care, maintenance or operation of your boat, then
please contact your World Cat dealership; they have experience with the systems and operations of
your boat. If for any reason you need additional help, please feel free to contact us at the factory.
Thanks for choosing a World Cat. All of us at the factory and at your dealership are dedicated to
earning your confidence.
Again, welcome aboard.
Best Regards, Best Regards,
World Cat World Cat
Andrew Brown Anna Bosler
President Warranty & Parts Admin
Ph 252.641.8000 x 213
[email protected]

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Chapter 1: Customer Information......................................................................................p. 8
1.1 Owner’s Portfolio .................................................................................................................p. 8
1.2 Warranty Information...........................................................................................................p. 8
1.3 Dealer Responsibilities..........................................................................................................p. 8
1.4 Owner’s Responsibilities .......................................................................................................p. 9
1.5 Manual Legend ....................................................................................................................p. 9
Chapter 2: Boat Information............................................................................................p. 10
Chapter 3: Boat Specifications.........................................................................................p. 11
3.1 2770 Standard Boat Specs..................................................................................................p. 11
3.2 2770 Features and Options .................................................................................................p. 12
3.2 2780 Standard Boat Specs..................................................................................................p. 13
3.2 2780 Features and Options .................................................................................................p. 14
Chapter 4: Safety and Regulations ..................................................................................p. 15
4.1 Operator Responsibilities ....................................................................................................p. 15
4.2 Registration.......................................................................................................................p. 15
4.3 Coast Guard Required Safety Equipment..............................................................................p. 15
4.4 Recommended Safety Equipment ........................................................................................p. 16
4.4.1 Capacity Information.................................................................................................p. 16
4.5 Pollution Regulations..........................................................................................................p. 17
4.5.1 Oil and Hazardous Substances ...................................................................................p. 17
4.5.2 Disposal of Plastics/Dunnage/Garbage ........................................................................p. 18
4.6 Boating Safety Guidelines ...................................................................................................p. 18
4.6.1 Pre-Departure...........................................................................................................p. 18
4.6.2 Launching ................................................................................................................p. 18
4.6.3 Underway: (See Chapter 5 on Performance)................................................................p. 19
4.6.4 Returning .................................................................................................................p. 19
4.7 Trailering ..........................................................................................................................p. 19
4.8 Anchoring..........................................................................................................................p. 20
4.9 Shallow Water ...................................................................................................................p. 20
4.10 Emergency Situations ..........................................................................................................p. 20
4.10.1 Emergency Stop Switch .............................................................................................p. 20
4.10.2 Communication.........................................................................................................p. 20
4.10.3 Rendering Assistance ................................................................................................p. 20
4.10.4 Reporting Accidents ..................................................................................................p. 21
4.10.5 Weather...................................................................................................................p. 21
4.10.6 Towing.....................................................................................................................p. 21
4.11 Carbon Monoxide (CO) ......................................................................................................p. 21

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Chapter 5: Performance...................................................................................................p. 22
5.1 Overview...........................................................................................................................p. 22
5.2 Motor Trim ........................................................................................................................p. 22
5.3 Engine Controls .................................................................................................................p. 22
5.4 Steering Controls ...............................................................................................................p. 22
5.5 Steering Maintenance.........................................................................................................p. 23
5.6 Steering System Diagram ...................................................................................................p. 24
5.7 Steering System –Bleeding Instructions ...............................................................................p. 25
5.8 Power Steering System Diagram .........................................................................................p. 26
5.9 Power Steering System Bleeding .........................................................................................p. 27
5.10 Handling Characteristics .....................................................................................................p. 27
5.10.1 Turning Characteristics............................................................................................p. 27
5.10.2 Adverse Sea Conditions ...........................................................................................p. 27
5.10.3 Boating Tips...........................................................................................................p. 28
5.11 Performance Factors ..........................................................................................................p. 28
5.11.1 Engine Efficiency ....................................................................................................p. 28
5.11.2 Propeller Condition..................................................................................................p. 28
5.11.3 Weather Conditions.................................................................................................p. 29
5.11.4 Load......................................................................................................................p. 29
5.11.5 Marine Growth........................................................................................................p. 29
5.11.6 Bottom Paint ..........................................................................................................p. 29
Chapter 6: Systems Information......................................................................................p. 29
6.1 Overview...........................................................................................................................p. 29
6.2 Fueling Guidelines..............................................................................................................p. 29
6.3 Fuel System ......................................................................................................................p. 30
6.3.1 Fuel System Benefits ................................................................................................p. 31
6.3.2 Fuel Tank ................................................................................................................p. 31
6.3.3 Fuel Vent .................................................................................................................p. 31
6.3.4 Fuel Distribution System............................................................................................p. 31
6.3.5 IFDV .......................................................................................................................p. 32
6.3.6 Filling Fuel Tanks......................................................................................................p. 32
6.3.7 Pressure Relief Fuel System.......................................................................................p. 33
6.3.8 Trouble Shooting Tips...............................................................................................p. 33
6.3.9 Integrated Fuel Demand Valve Components ...............................................................p. 34

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6.4 Ethanol-Blended Fuel .........................................................................................................p. 34
6.4.1 Additives..................................................................................................................p. 34
6.5 Electrical System................................................................................................................p. 35
6.5.1 Battery System.........................................................................................................p. 35
6.5.2 Emergency Parallel ...................................................................................................p. 35
6.5.3 Windlass Anchor.......................................................................................................p. 35
6.6 Battery Group....................................................................................................................p. 35
6.7 Battery Care ......................................................................................................................p. 36
6.7.1 Safety......................................................................................................................p. 36
6.7.2 Exposure .................................................................................................................p. 36
6.8 Wiring and Circuit Protection...............................................................................................p. 36
6.9 Control System ..................................................................................................................p. 37
6.10 Accessories .......................................................................................................................p. 38
6.10.1 Navigational Lights .................................................................................................p. 38
6.10.2 Cockpit Lights.........................................................................................................p. 38
6.10.3 Cabin Lights ...........................................................................................................p. 38
6.10.4 Spreader Light........................................................................................................p. 38
6.10.5 Bilge Pump/Float Switch..........................................................................................p. 38
6.10.6 Raw Water Pump....................................................................................................p. 38
6.10.7 Freshwater Pump....................................................................................................p. 38
6.10.8 Livewell Pump ........................................................................................................p. 38
6.10.9 Macerator Pump .....................................................................................................p. 38
6.10.10 USB Outlets...........................................................................................................p. 38
6.10.11 Marine Head..........................................................................................................p. 39
6.10.12 Anchor Windlass ....................................................................................................p. 39
6.10.13 Stereo...................................................................................................................p. 39
6.10.14 Windshield Wipers .................................................................................................p. 39
6.10.15 Horn .....................................................................................................................p. 39
6.10.16 ACC ......................................................................................................................p. 39
6.11 Gauge Package ...................................................................................................................p. 39
6.11.1 Yamaha ..................................................................................................................p. 39
6.12 Plumbing System.................................................................................................................p. 39