Model Year 2014 page 1 C O B IA 2 96 CC O w n e r ’ s M a n u a WELCOME Dear New Cobia Owner, On behalf of Cobia Boats, I would like to congratulate you on your purchase. We at Cobia strive to build the best products possible and wish you years of trouble free enjoyment. There are many things to know about the operation, care and maintenance of our products and the systems we install in them. Please review all the applicable information for your new boat.
Model Year 2014 page 2 TA BLE O F C O NTENTS Specifications...............................................................................2 Yamaha Engine Break-In Periods................................................3 Engine Stop Switch......................................................................3 Freshwater System.................................................................24 Battery Switch/Dual Battery System.......................................25 Battery Charger......................
Model Year 2014 page 3 ENG INE BREA K-IN Engine Break-In Period New engines require a period of break-in to allow the surfaces of the moving parts to mate evenly. Different engines require different break-in periods and methods.
Model Year 2014 page 4 S WITC H A N D IN S TRUM EN T P A N EL Switch Panel & Helm At the helm of your Cobia, you have a main switch panel, which is located above the steering wheel. This panel controls your lights, horn, accessories, livewell, and your bilge. When a switch is in the “on” position, its tip is illuminated. This alerts you that the associated accessory should be functioning and also reminds you to turn it off during boat shutdown.
Model Year 2014 page 5 BO AT L A Y OU T 296 Port Side Layout aTHis is (Optional) (Optional) Maverick Boat Company, Inc. • 3207 Industrial 29th St.
Model Year 2014 page 6 BO AT L A Y OU T 296 Starboard Side Layout aTHis is aTHis is (optional) (optional) FRESHWATER WASHDOWN Cobia Duffel Bag Along with your boat, you received a Duffel Bag with your new Cobia. Inside the Duffel Bag are the following items: • Large Livewell Standpipe • Short Livewell Standpipe • 1.
Model Year 2014 page 7 F U EL - WA TER S EP A RA TO R & D RA I N Fuel-Water Separator A Yamaha Fuel - Water Separator is installed between the fuel tank and engines in the 296. The new, improved 10-micron filter provides superior filtration ahead of the engine's onboard filters and injectors. Large filtering and water capture areas maximize filtration while maintaining adequate flow rate for larger engines.
Model Year 2014 page 8 BI L G E Bilge The bilge of your Cobia should always be checked before and after a launch. While checking the bilge, note that a small amount of water in the bilge is normal. However, a large amount of water or any signs of fuel or oil requires immediate attention. If such a situation exists, the boat should be taken to a certified marine technician immediately. Never pump fuel or oil overboard while your boat is in the water.
Model Year 2014 page 9 BI L G E A C C E S S Bilge Access Accessing the bilge in the 296 is made easy in a few brief steps. First, locate and disengage the latch on the starboard bottom of the aft seating. Next, lift the entire back panel up so that the compartment is revealed behind the seat. This compartment holds the bilge and other important features.
Model Year 2014 p a g e 10 S Y S TEM S Ball Valves Ball valves can be used to serve several purposes. They allow seawater to enter the boat, in the case of livewells, and they also act as a safeguard to stop water from entering. To tell which position a ball valve is in, open or closed, look at the valve and determine the direction of flow. When the ball valve handle is in the same position as the direction of flow, the valve is in the “OPEN” position.
Model Year 2014 p a g e 11 C O U RTES Y L I G H TS & B O W RA I L Cockpit Courtesy Lights The cockpit comes equipped with five lights; three installed beneath the port and starboard gunnel boards, two on each side of the console, and one at the forward base of the console. The cockpit lights are operated by the third switch from the left on the console switch panel.
Model Year 2014 p a g e 12 H EA D O P ERA TIO N Head Unit Inside the console is the head unit. There are steps that lead into the head unit which houses and electric head, fresh water sink with spray nozzle for rinsing off, switch panel for flushing head and on-off switch for the macerator. There is a DC breaker panel inside and also two functioning port hole windows.
Model Year 2014 p a g e 13 ELEC TRIC H EA D Electric Head The macerator is to be used only with direct discharge thru hull. Macerator will not be used for dockside pump out of the holding tank. To flush the head, make sure intake valve is in the open position. The intake valve is located under the lower step. It is the valve on the right. This supplies your head with the water it will need to operate correctly. Then press the toilet switch and the waste is pushed into the holding tank.
Model Year 2014 p a g e 14 ELEC TRIC H EA D (C O NT.) Electric Head Continued The Jabsco Y-Valve is designed to provide flexibility of onboard waste management by diverting waste either to the dockside pumpout fitting or directly overboard where legal to do so. Check local and Federal regulations to determine where direct overboard discharge of untreated waste is permitted.
Model Year 2014 p a g e 15 LA DDER A ND P ROP S Stainless Boarding Ladder This Cobia model comes standard with a telescoping stainless steel boarding ladder integrated into the port aft platform area. This provides a stepping area while the ladder is in the up position as shown below. Once the ladder is down and in the extended position, close the lid cover for safe and secure entry and exit via the ladder.
Model Year 2014 p a g e 16 F U EL S Y S TEM FUEL SYSTEM The Cobia 296 CC comes equipped with a 230 gallon fuel cell stationed below the leaning post between the stringer system. There are two fuel fill receptacles, one on the port gunnel and one on the starboard gunnel. Every fuel tank is pressure tested at the factory before and after installation. Should you experience any fuel related problems or suspect problems with the fuel system, immediately take your boat to a Cobia Dealer.
Model Year 2014 p a g e 17 BO W R A IL & S TE E R I NG Power Assist Steering The Power Assist pump for the steering is mounted on the forward bulkhead in the aft bilge area. This pump greatly reduces the amount of pressure you have at the wheel and will make your boating a much more pleasurable experience.
Model Year 2014 p a g e 18 S ELF - B A ILIN G C O C KP IT & LIV EWELL Self Bailing Cockpit The cockpit is designed to be self-bailing, meaning that all the water that comes into the cockpit will be directly drained overboard. This keeps the boat from acquiring standing water and allows the boat to drain at all times, including while the boat is docked. Water drains out of the cockpit through two aft cockpit drains located at the far aft cockpit floor on both the port and starboard sides.
Model Year 2014 p a g e 19 RO D LO C KERS & F IS H LO C KERS Rod Lockers The 296 center console model comes standard with under gunnel rod racks on both the port and starboard sides. These give you space to safely store an additional 6 rods for your fishing needs. These lockers can also double as storage for various other items (as seen below).
Model Year 2014 p a g e 20 A N C H O R LO C KER/P H EN O LIC P LA TES Anchor Locker/Rode Storage The anchor locker is located at the bow of the boat and is accessible through the anchor locker door or hatch (photo below). There is an eye mounted to the bow eye to secure your anchor rode or chain to. After setting your anchor, the excess rode can remain stored in the locker. The notch supplied in the door allows you to securely close the locker by aligning your rode through the notch.
Model Year 2014 p a g e 21 TRIM TA BS Trim Tabs Trim Tabs are standard on your new Cobia. Integrated electric trim tabs can enhance the performance of your boat. The tabs are electric and therefore do not require a trim tab pump. By not having a pump there is no possibility of fluid leaks from a pump. Trim tabs allow for maximum boat performance, and are great for balancing weight in the boat. They also allow the boat operator to lift or lower the hull to accommodate for different running situations.
Model Year 2014 p a g e 22 MAC E R A T OR A CC E SS & OPE R ATI ON Macerator Switches The switches for each fish box macerator are located on the switch panel left of the steering helm. These can be operated independently of each other and the switches are labeled. Macerator Access In order to access the macerators go to the aft seating and disengage the latch located at the bottom of the seat panel, then lift to reveal the compartment behind the aft seating. Maverick Boat Company, Inc.
Model Year 2014 p a g e 23 G A S S H O C KS A N D WA S H D O WN Gas Shocks Located on the aft seating panel, cooler lid access, and console head access are gas shocks that insure that the entranceways are safe and secure in choppy waters. Once open all the way, the shocks lock into place and can only be released by pushing up on the metal slide that covers the shock. Before closing, make sure to disengage the catch on the supporting gas shock. Failure to do so will break the gas shock.
Model Year 2014 p a g e 24 WA TER S Y S TEM Fresh Water System The fresh water tank on your 296 CC can be filled at the cap labeled “WATER” on the starboard deck gunnel. To pressurize the system, flip the switch labeled “FRESH WASH DOWN” on the switch panel at the helm. You can leave this switch in the ON position while the boat is in use. The pump has an internal pressure switch that allows the pump to turn on and off as needed. This model has a 20 gallon fresh water tank.
Model Year 2014 p a g e 25 BA T T E R Y S WI T C H Battery Switch and Breaker Panel The battery switch and main breaker panel is located in the port compartment in the console. The top 50 amp breaker is the main power for the boat, which feeds the switch panel on the helm and it's associated accessories along with engine power. The 7 amp breaker below that is for the bilge and the remaining two 15 amp breakers are for adding additional accessories.
Model Year 2014 p a g e 26 BA T T E R Y Optional Battery Charger A 3-Bank, 30 amp battery charger is an option for the 296. It is mounted next to the power steering assist pump and can be accessed through the aft rear flip up seating. There is a receptacle to plug a 110v cord into. The receptacle is located above the battery switch door at the starboard aft cockpit. ** WARNING PLEASE READ OWNER’S MANUAL FOR BATTERY CHARGER AND THE SAFE OPERATION BATTERY CHARGER PRIOR TO USE.
Model Year 2014 p a g e 27 LEA NING P OS T A ND TA CKLE Leaning Post The Leaning Post for the 296 CC is home to the double bolstered helm seats that lock into the seated position or flip down independently for the boater’s preference. This leaning post also carries two insulated coolers with insulated lids. The lids come equipped with gas shocks for ease of lifting into the open position and keeping them open as long as needed.
Model Year 2014 p a g e 28 S EA TIN G 296 Aft Seating The aft seating is a very nice usable feature. To use the seat, Simply push the cushion down towards the deck until it locks. To store just replace the seat. Optional Bow Cushion Set The 296 CC comes with the option of a six-piece bow cushion set. These cushion bottoms are removable and are held in place by several sets of stainless steel snaps.
Model Year 2014 p a g e 29 F EA TU RES Cockpit Bolsters Cockpit bolsters are standard with the 296 CC. These will add some comfort to legs when fighting with the big fish. The bolster cushions are mounted to the port and starboard gunnels that house an additional three rod holders each. The forward rod holder is mounted at 45 degrees to the outboard side. The middle rod holder is mounted at 30 degrees to the outboard side and the aft rod holder is mounted straight.
Model Year 2014 p a g e 30 O P TI O N A L F EA TU RES T-Top There are several different T-Top options for the Cobia 296 CC. The T-Tops come with either a Weblon, or a fiberglass top. Each of these tops has the option of being outfitted with an electronics box, forward and aft facing LED spreader lights outriggers, recessed LED down lighting, recessed speakers and an E box for additional storage and electronic space.
Model Year 2014 p a g e 31 O P TI O N A L Optional Kite Rod Holders Four flush mount rod holders make up the option for Kite Rod Holders. These are mounted on the bow both port and starboard. One on each side is for the Kite Rod with the other for the bait rod or fishing rod. Kite Rod Holder Maverick Boat Company, Inc. Rod Holder • 3207 Industrial 29th St.
Model Year 2014 p a g e 32 O P TI O N A L Optional Stereo System With CD A AM-FM Stereo CD with four speakers is offered as an option on your new Cobia. The stereo unit is mounted inside the console on the aft bulkhead. This option comes with a stereo remote mounted on the face of the console, right of the helm, and above the cup holder. Stereo Unit Stereo Remote Optional Windlass Deluxe The windlass is used to lower and raise your anchor assembly.
Model Year 2014 p a g e 33 O P TI O N A L Optional Windlass Deluxe Continued The Windlass breaker is located in the bilge area directly in back of the flip-up rear seating access. The windlass solenoid is mounted beside the 80 amp breaker. Casting the Anchor: The Anchor can be cast by using the electrical controls or manually.
296 Deck Wiring Harness
296 Deck Wiring Code
296 Hull Wiring Harness
296 Hull Wiring Codes
296 Hull Wiring Codes (Continued)
296 Hard Top Wiring Harness
Warranty Cobia Boats are NMMA Certified and offer superior guidelines set forth by Cobia Boat Company. SeaTech “no wood” construction. All Cobias are Cleaning: Each Cobia Boat is backed by a no-nonsense, 10year limited warranty. constructed using the finest material and components Cobia Boats advises owners that an authorized Cobia dealer available. However, no material is immune to the ravages of the perform maintenance and saltwater environment. After repairs on your boat.
