Xo 240 RS Cabin User manual

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XO BOATS
PREFACE
Congratulations on your new Finnish XO boat! We want to thank you
for choosing XO and we hope you enjoy the time you spend aboard.
The purpose of this manual is to help you operate your boat with
safety and pleasure. The manual contains the details of the boat
and the associated or installed equipment and systems, as well as
information on its operation and maintenance.
Please read the manual carefully and familiarise yourself with the
boat before using it. Naturally, you cannot learn the skills of seaman-
ship and safe boating by reading a User Manual. If this XO is your
first boat, or if you are changing to a type of boat you are not fami-
liar with, for your own comfort and safety please ensure that you
obtain handling and operating experience before assuming com-
mand of your boat. Your dealer, boating clubs and national sailing
and yacht federations will be pleased to advise you of local boating
schools and competent instructors.
Make sure that your boat's design category is appropriate for the
expected wind and wave conditions, and that you and your crew
are capable of handling the boat in such conditions. The wind and
wave conditions specified for design category C may include gales
and high winds, with risk of exceptional waves and gusts. Such
conditions are dangerous and can be suciently handled only by a
competent and fit crew in a well-maintained boat. This User Manual
is not a detailed maintenance or troubleshooting guide. If a problem
occurs, please contact your XO dealer. If a repair is required, use only
the companies recommended by your XO dealer.
KEEP THIS MANUAL IN A SAFE PLACE AND HAND IT OVER TO
THE NEXT OWNER IF YOU SELL THIS BOAT.

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1 BEFORE DEPARTURE 9
2 GENERAL 11
3 WARRANTY 12
4 BEFORE USING YOUR BOAT 12
4.1 Registration 12
4.2 Insurance 12
4.3 Training 12
5 BOAT CHARACTERISTICS AND OPERATION 13
5.1 General 13
5.2 Principal boat data 13
5.3 Maximum recommended number of persons 13
5.4 Load capacity 14
5.5 Engine and propeller 14
5.6 Flooding and stability 14
5.6.1 Openings in the hull and deck 14
5.6.2 Bilge pumps and drainage 14
5.6.3 Stability, buoyancy and flotation 16
5.7 Minimising risk of fire and explosion 16
5.7.1 Engines and fuel systems 16
5.7.2 Fire-fighting and prevention 17
5.8 Electrical system 18
5.9 Handling characteristics 22
5.9.1 Driving at high speed 22
5.9.2 Dead man's switch 23
5.9.3 Visibility from the steering position 23
5.10 Safe operation – other recommendations
and information 24
5.10.1 Protection from falling overboard and means of 24
reboarding
5.10.2 Securing loose equipment 24
5.10.3 Respect for the environment 24
5.10.4 Anchoring, mooring and towing 26
5.10.5 Trailering 28
5.10.6 Navigation 28
6 Service, repairs and winter storage 29
7 Optional equipment 30
7.1 General 30
7.2. Installing optional equipment 30
7.2.1 Heater 30
7.2.2 Radio/CD player 30
APPENDIX 1 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 32
APPENDIX 2 XO 240 RS CABIN – GENERAL LAYOUT 34
APPENDIX 3 GENERAL REqUIREMENTS 35
APPENDIX 4 WIRING DIAGRAM 36
CONTENTS

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BOAT MODEL: XO 240 RS CABIN
Craft Identification Number – CIN:
Engine make and model:
Engine serial number:
1ST OWNER
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3RD OWNER
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4TH OWNER
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5TH OWNER
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6TH OWNER
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1 BEFORE DEPARTURE
Read this User Manual carefully.
Before each departure, check at least the following:
Weather and weather forecast
Take the wind, waves and visibility into account. Is your boat's design
category, size and equipment, as well as the skills of the helmsman
and crew adequate for the waters you are about to boat?
Load capacity
Do not overload the boat and always distribute the load properly.
To avoid diminishing your boat's stability, do not place heavy items
too high up.
Passengers
Make sure that a life jacket is available for each person on board.
Before departure, agree on the tasks to be performed by each per-
son during the outing.
Fuel
Make sure that there is enough fuel on board, including a sucient
reserve in case of bad weather, for example. You should have at least
a 20% reserve to allow for the unexpected.
Engine and equipment
Check the operation and condition of steering, electrical devices
and battery, and perform all daily inspection procedures specified
in the engine manual. Check the boat's seaworthiness in general:
check the boat for fuel and water leaks, make sure that the neces-
sary safety equipment is on board, etc. Check that the bilge water
level is at the minimum.
Ventilation
Make sure that the fuel tank compartment is properly ventilated to
minimise the risk of fire.
Securing of equipment
Make sure that all items on board are secured so that they remain
in place in rough seas and high wind.
Nautical charts
If you are not fully familiar with the planned route, make sure that
you have nautical charts that cover a large enough area.
Departure procedures
Agree with the crew on whose task it is to detach each line, etc.
Make sure that the mooring lines or any other lines do not get
caught in the propeller during manoeuvring.
REFER TO THE SEPARATE ENGINE MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL
INSTRUCTIONS ON THE ENGINE.

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2 GENERAL
The purpose of this User Manual is to help you familiarise yourself
with the characteristics of your new boat. Separate manuals for the
equipment installed on the boat are attached and also referred to in
a number of sections of this manual. Naturally, you can complement
this manual with manuals of any device installed later on. There is
also space reserved for your own notes at the end of this manual.
The warnings and precautions in this manual are defined as follows:
DANGER!
Indicates a serious hazard that will
most likely result in death or permanent injury unless appropriate
precautionary measures are taken.
WARNING!
Indicates a hazard that could result in
injury or death unless appropriate precautionary measures are
taken.
NOTE!
Indicates a reminder of safe practice or
directs attention to a dangerous practice that could result in injury
or damage to the boat or its components.
The units used in this manual are in accordance with the SI sys-
tem. In some cases, however, other units are added in brackets. An
exception to the above is the wind force, which is expressed in the
Beaufort scale in the Recreational Craft Directive (RCD).

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3 WARRANTY
This boat and the equipment installed by the boatbuilder are
covered by a warranty as specified in detail below. The engine,
trim tabs, compass, any navigation devices and other ret-
rofitted devices are subject to any warranty of their respec-
tive manufacturers. Separate warranty cards for these devi-
ces and appropriate supplier information are included as an
attachment. For other warranty issues, please contact your
XO dealer indicated on the front cover.
4 BEFORE USING YOUR BOAT
4.1 REGISTRATION
In many countries, even a small motor boat must be registered. Con-
tact the local authorities for the registration requirements in your
country. To drive a registered boat, one must usually meet the requi-
rements for minimum age and also possibly have a separate boat
driver's licence.
4.2 INSURANCE
Boat insurance can cover for damage when the boat is in use, tran-
sported or stored. Remember to check the insurance coverage
separately for lifting operations. Insurance also has an indirect
eect on safety at sea: in the event of a serious accident, you can
focus fully on the essential – saving lives above all else. More detai-
led information on various insurance alternatives is available from
insurance companies.
4.3 TRAINING
There is a lot of boating literature available, and a great deal of bene-
ficial and practical information can also be gained from boating
clubs and by attending navigation courses. These can provide a
sound basis for your skills, but sureness in handling, navigating,
mooring and anchoring the boat is only acquired through practice.

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5 BOAT CHARACTERISTICS AND OPERATION
5.1 GENERAL
This User Manual is not intended to be a comprehen-
sive maintenance guide or repair manual. Instead, the pur-
pose is to help you familiarise yourself with the characteris-
tics of your new boat and show you how to use it properly.
5.2 PRINCIPAL BOAT DATA
XO 240 RS Cabin:
Boat type: XO 240 RS Cabin
Design category: C (inshore)
Maximum recommended load: 915 kg
See also Section 5.4 ‘Load capacity’
Design category C can be defined as follows:
Category C: The boat is designed for conditions in which the wind
force does not exceed 6 on the Beaufort scale (about 14 m/s)
and waves are consistent with the wind force (the signifi-
cant wave height must not exceed 2 m, with occasional waves
of 4 m maximum). Such conditions can occur in open water on
lakes, estuaries, and in coastal waters in moderate weather.
NOTE!
The significant wave height is the average height of the highest
third of the waves. This roughly corresponds to an experienced
observer's estimate of the wave height. Waves of double this
height may occasionally be experienced.
Main dimensions and capacity:
The length, beam, draught, total weight, etc., and fuel tank capacity
of the boat are described in Appendix 1 ‘Technical specifications’.
Builder's plate:
Part of the above information is indicated on the builder's plate
attached to the boat in the vicinity of the helm station. More detai-
led information is given in the appropriate sections of this manual.
Please note that, for example, the maximum load capacity indicated
on the builder's plate does not include fuel, but the fuel is included
in the maximum recommended load specified by the manufacturer.
5.3 MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED NUMBER OF PERSONS
The maximum recommended number of persons on this boat is 8.
The designated seating arrangement is shown in Figure 1.
WARNING!
Do not exceed the maximum recommended number of persons
on board. Irrespective of the number of persons on board, the
total weight of the persons and equipment must never exceed
the maximum recommended load (see Section 5.4 ‘Load capa-
city’). Always use the seats in the boat. If your boat is not equip-
ped with seats for 8 people, the passengers must sit on the sole
in the positions indicated in the figures.

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5.4 LOAD CAPACITY
The maximum recommended load for XO 240 RS Cabin is 915 kg.
An adult's weight is taken to be 75 kg and a child's 37.5 kg. The maxi-
mum recommended total weight of the persons on board is 600 kg.
In addition to the maximum recommended weight of persons men-
tioned above, the boat can be loaded with the following: 25 kg of
basic equipment and 175 kg of fuel in the fixed fuel tank. The recom-
mended load includes only the weight components specified above.
WARNING!
Never exceed the maximum recommended load when loading your
boat. Always load up the boat carefully and distribute the load pro-
perly so that the designed waterline is maintained (approximately
on an even keel). Avoid placing heavy weight in a high position.
5.5 ENGINE AND PROPELLER
The maximum rated outboard engine power for XO 240 RS Cabin
is 221 kW (300 hp). Normally, outboard engines are designed to
be installed so that the cavitation plate above the engine pro-
peller is level with the boat's keel line. Always follow the engine
manufacturer's instructions when installing the engine and choo-
sing the propeller. In addition, read the engine manual carefully.
When starting the engine, check that the cooling water flows pro-
perly and make sure that the gear is in the neutral position. If the
engine starts when the gear is not in neutral, contact your nearest
service centre.
5.6 FLOODING AND STABILITY
5.6.1 Openings in the hull and deck
The XO boats are not equipped with plugs for draining the deck, but
the drain pipes are fitted with shut-o valves. See the general layout
of XO 240 RS Cabin (Appendix 2). XO 240 RS Cabin has four drain
holes located on the deck from where the rainwater is drained. In
addition to the rainwater, the drain holes are intended to drain water
ending up on the deck through splashing or from breaking waves.
The drain holes must be open at all times. Clean out the holes regu-
larly by removing any accumulated debris to prevent clogging. The
boat is also equipped with a screw-in transom drain plug at the bot-
tom corner of the transom that can be used for draining the boat
when it is laid up ashore or on a trailer.
NOTE!
The self-draining deck system is intended to drain the majority of
rainwater and water ending up on the deck through splashing or
from breaking waves. A portion of the rainwater and water con-
densing in the bilge may end up in the bilge. DO NOT LEAVE THE
BOAT UNATTENDED IN WATER FOR LONG PERIODS. PAY ATTEN-
TION TO THE FLOATING POSITION OF THE BOAT AND DRAIN THE
BILGE WHEN NECESSARY. Leaving the boat unattended in water
for a long period may lead to damage.
5.6.2 Bilge pumps and drainage
The location of draining devices is shown in Figure 2. The bilge
pumps are positioned as close to the bottom plate as is practically
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Loading and seating
(Figure 1)
Bilge pumps and drainage
(Figure 2)
Seat
Alternative seat
(5-person seat configuration)
Electric bilge pump
Manual bilge pump
Bilge pump intake and intake hose
Bilge pump discharge hose

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of water remains in the bilge so that it cannot be discharged by the
bilge pump. XO 240 RS Cabin is equipped with an automatic, elec-
tric bilge pump. It discharges water accumulated in the bilge when
the level sensor detects water. The automatic pump is always in the
standby mode irrespective of the main switch position, provided that
the battery is connected. The bilge pump starts when the sensor
has been fully submerged for 5 seconds, and stops once the sen-
sor does not detect water. The pump can also be activated manu-
ally with the spring-loaded switch located on the switch panel. Regu-
larly check the electric bilge pump inlet and remove any debris. You
can access the pump through the service hatch in the engine well.
WARNING!
The bilge pump system is not designed to deal with a leak
resulting from running aground or other damage.
NOTE!
Check the amount of bilge water by emptying the bilge
manually with the spring-loaded switch located on the switch
panel every time before use. We recommend you to have at least
one bucket or bailer on board.
NOTE!
Regularly check the operation of the bilge pump. If you notice that
the bilge pump does not operate properly, remove any debris from
the pump inlet and contact your XO dealer if necessary.
5.6.3 Stability, buoyancy and flotation
The stability of your XO boat is excellent due to its hull design and
weight distribution. However, remember that high breaking waves
always represent a serious danger to stability. Also note that the
stability of your boat will be compromised if any weight is placed in
a high position. All changes in the positioning of dierent weights
in the boat can have a significant impact on the stability, trim and
performance of your boat. If you are planning such changes, please
contact the boat manufacturer. The amount of bilge water should be
kept at a minimum because freely moving water in the boat always
impairs the boat's stability. Also note that stability can be diminis-
hed when towing or being towed.
5.7 MINIMISING RISK OF FIRE AND EXPLOSION
5.7.1 Engines and fuel systems
The XO 240 RS Cabin is equipped with a fixed fuel tank, which is
located in the rear section of the bilge area. Shut down the engine
before refuelling. Do not smoke or use a naked flame. Do not use
any electrical devices. The fuel fillers are located on both sides of
the boat, above the deck drain holes. Lift the spare fuel tank out of
the boat for refuelling to prevent fuel from getting in the bilge in
case of overfill. When you refuel in a fuel station, do not use a plas-
tic funnel that will prevent discharge of static electricity between the
pump nozzle and fill fitting. After filling the tank (for the tank capa-
city, see Appendix 1 ‘Technical specifications’), check that no fuel
has leaked into the bilge or engine compartment, and immediately
remove any spilled fuel. You can visually check the condition of the
fuel hoses through a transparent plexiglass screen. Do not keep
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the boat, and do not keep any equipment containing fuel in a place
that is not specifically designed for it. At least once a year, visu-
ally check the condition of the hoses through the plexiglass screen.
5.7.2 Fire-fighting and prevention
Whenever the XO 240 RS Cabin is used, it must be equipped with fire
extinguishers with a minimum fire rating of 8A 68B. The minimum
fire rating for an individual fire extinguisher is 5A 34B. A hand-held
fire extinguisher is located in the front section of the port seat con-
sole, on the left-hand side of the storage compartment, as shown in
Figure 3. You must have the hand-held fire extinguishers inspected
regularly at specified intervals, depending on the legislation in your
country. Contact the local fire authorities for the inspection policy
in your country. If you are unsure of the inspection policy in your
country, have your hand-held fire extinguishers inspected once a
year. The manufacturing date of a hand-held fire extinguisher is indi-
cated on a label attached to the fire extinguisher. Fire extinguishers
that are more than ten years old will not be approved unless the
pressure vessel is pressure tested again. When replacing a hand-
held fire extinguisher, it must be replaced with an extinguisher with
an extinguishing capacity that is at least the same as the old one.
The owner/user of the boat should make sure that there is at least
one easily accessible fire bucket with a line attached to it. Make
sure that all fire-fighting equipment is easily accessible when the
boat is loaded. Inform all crew members of the location and opera-
tion of the fire-fighting equipment. Keep the bilge free of fuel and
check the fuel system for leaks regularly. Fuel smell is a sure sign of
a fuel leak. If your boat is equipped with a heater, refer to the heater
manufacturer's instructions for its safety instructions.
SPECIAL WARNINGS
Never
 •obstructaccesstothesafetyequipment,reextinguisher,fuel
valves or main switch
 •blockanyventilationopeningsastheyaredesignedtoventout
any fuel vapour.
Also, never
 •makechangestoyourboat'selectricalorfuelsystem,orallow
an unqualified person to make changes to any system on the
boat
 •llthefueltankorhandlefuelwhentheengineisrunning
Location of fire extinguishers
(Figure 3)
Fire extinguisher

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 • smoke or use a naked flame when handling fuel
•keepfuelinaspacethatisnotdesignedforsuchpurpose.If
the boat is not equipped with a heater, a spare fuel tank can be
stored in place of the heater's tank.
 •leavetheboatunattendedwhenacookerorheaterisinuse.
5.8 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The boat's wiring diagram is shown in Appendix 3. The main switch
is located on the starboard side, behind the helm station. However,
the automatic bilge pump is always operational when the battery is
connected. When the circuit is closed, the various devices can be
operated with the switch panel at the helm station.
The navigation lights are switched on with the running light switch
(see Figure 5). Remember to install the removable mast light in posi-
tion. Windscreen wipers on either side of the boat are operated with
appropriate switches. To check the amount of bilge water, activate
the bilge pump with its switch (see Figure 5). If you cannot hear the
sound of water flowing beside the boat at the stern, the automatic
system has drained the water properly.
The electrical system is pre-fitted for adding various optional equip-
ment, and is fully fitted for adding a radio/CD player and two spea-
kers. The boat is also partially fitted for adding a fuel-burning heater.
The layout of controls and electrical equipment is shown in Figu-
res 4 and 5.
The fuses for electrical circuits are located in a separate fuse panel
inside the helm console (see Figure 4). The XO boats are equipped
with automatic fuses. If such a fuse is tripped as a result of overload,
you can easily reset it by pushing down the fuse button that has
popped up. The electrical system has two additional circuits, ‘Extra
1’ (10 A) and ‘Extra 2’ (10 A) (wiring diagram positions F13-F14 and
F17-F19). These circuits are protected with fuses and are designed
for connecting retrofitted optional equipment. The wires for these
circuits can be found in the switch panel. Do not replace the fuses
with fuses that have higher current ratings, and do not add compo-
nents to the electrical system so that the circuit's nominal ampe-
rage rating is exceeded.
Zinc anodes are installed on the transom. Replace the anodes when
they are over 50% of their original size.
WARNING!
Never use the hull for earthing. Both the negative and positive
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Electrical equipment
(Figure 4)
Location of electrical equipment:
Battery compartment
Main switch
Bilge pump
Mast light, white, 360°
Navigation lights, red and green
Switch panel
Power outlet, 12 V, max. 10 A
Fuse panel (see Figure 6)
Windscreen wiper

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CONTROLS
(Figure 5)
Switch panel:
Bilge pump switch
Horn
Windscreen wiper, port
Windscreen wiper, starboard
Navigation light switch
AUX
Trimtab control, port
Trimtab control, starboard