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Section 1 - Introduction WELCOME ABOARD . . . ...... .. .. .. , ... .......... ... .. 1-2 SKIPPER'S KIT .. .... . .... ..... . .... ..... .... .. . . .... . 1-3 Owner's Manual ...... .... .... ... ••. . ..... ... ... .. ...... 1·3 Owner's Manuals. Envelopes .... .. . . . . .. .. .. . . . . . . . . ...... 1-4 WARRANIY INFORMATION .... .. ............... ... .. 1-5 um r o sF om r e n m.c w sO oru r e is ersF u r C wn m fro isersO d de .Cru a o nl ww w Do p://w htt Dealership Responsibilities . ......... ..
WELCOME ABOARD!! Welcome to the Cruiser family of happy boat owners. First off, we wish to thank you for making our 2870 Series Boat your recreational choice for boating enjoymenL Extensive design and engineering research went into the development of the 2870 Series Boat; and we feel that there is a beautiful balance between structural integrity and creature comforts. um r o sF om r America. e n m.c w u over 40 years.
SKIPPER'S KIT The skipper's kit contains the 2870 Rogue Series Boat owner's manual. Along with the owner's manual, there is one envelope which includes information about onboard systems and components furnished by suppliers other than Cruisers. Owner's Manual, 2870 Rogue Series Boats Spend some time looking through this manual. It contains information concerning the operation and care of your boat.
Owner's Manuals and Pamphlets, Systems and Components [Envelope] Spend some time becoming familiar with all the infonnation contained in the envelope, because this information is not duplicated in your 2870 Rogue Series Owner's Manual.
WARRAN'IY INFORMATION Warranties for on board systems and components furnished by suppliers other than Cruisers, are located in the envelope inside the skipper's kiL Your Cruisers nealer will go through these with you. It is your responsibil· ity to fill out any warranty registration that may be required. The warranty provided by Cruisers is printed on the last page of this manual . You and the Cruisers Dealership have certain responsibilities to fulfill to keep the warranty in force.
Section 2 - Specifications and Layout SPECmCATIONS ........ .. .................. . . . ..... 2-2 um r o sF .o... r m. .. 2-3 GENERAL lAYOUT ... , . . ... ................... e c n . 2870 Single Engine .... .. . ...... .............. w um... •.. ..... 2·3 O s 2870 Twin Engine .. .... .. . . . ...... . .. or.. . .. . . ....... 2-4 er rs. .... F s i ru ne C m sOw o r f iser d de .Cru a o nl ww w Do p://w htt Dimensions . .. .. ........................... .. . . .. . ..... 2-2 Engine Options ...... . ... ...
SPECIF1CATIONS Dimensions L.OA with Integrated Swim Platform . . ...... . ... ... .. 28'-6"/8.69 m L.OA with Integrated Swim Platform and Optional Extended Swim Platform ........ . .. . ... . ' " 3I'-{j"/9.4 m Beam .......... ....... . ......... . , .. .. ....... . .. IO'.{)"/ 3.05 m Approximate Weight. (Lbs) (Gas) ... ... .•... ... . .. .. 8.500#/ 3,850 K Approximate Weight. (Lbs) (Diesel) ...... .. ......... 8.800#/ 3.986 K Fuel Capacity - U.S. Gallons .. ... .... ......... . .... . 110 Gal/416 L.
GENERAL LAYOUT 2870 Single Engine um r o __---jl TANK sF WATER r m e o n mACSEACOCK .c w sO oru FORWARD BILGE PUMP r SHOWER SUMP -+--------j e is ersF FRESH WATER ACCUMUlATOR u r n C WATER PUMP m sOw ACPUMP o r r f ise d e L-------r- FUELTANK d .Cru a o ACUNIT nl ww w /w BILGE BLOWER Do -~::::~=D-TT"DC===C~:::::----j / : p htt HOLDING TANK BILGE BLOWERS ~ BATTERY CHARGER ,_-+- WATER HEATER MACERATOR SEACOCK _~_-v BATTERY NO. 2 BATTERY SWITCH BATTERY NO.
GENERAL IAYour 2870 Twin Engine um r o sF om r e n m.c w sO oru r e is ersF u r C wn m fro isersO d de .Cru BILGE BLOWERS a GENERATOR o l w n GENERATOR STARTER w BATTERY SWITCH NO.2 w Do p://w WASTE TANK htt BATTERY NO. 3 r-l"""'- BATTERY NO. I BATTERY CHARGER FIRE EXTINGUISHER BATTERY NO. 2 BATTERY SWITCH TRANS DEPTII FlNDER MACERATORSEACOCK--II~L-__~~ YVALVE MACERATOR 0----F==1t---+-o BATTERY NO.
Section 3 - Dash Controls and Indicators DASH !AYO UT .................... ..... ....... 3-2 um r o sF om r e n m.c w sO oru r e is ersF u r C wn m fro isersO d de .Cru a o nl ww w Do p://w htt Compass ... . ..... .. . . . . .. . . .. .... . .. ... • . .. .. . • • . .... . 3-2 Speedometer . ...................•....... .... . . . . . ... . .. 3-2 Fuel Gauge ... . .... . . ...... ..... . ... .............. . .. .. 3-2 Engine Temperature Gauges ......... • . ... .... . ......... .. 3-2 Oil Pressure Gauges ..
DASH lAYOUT Key to Dash Layout COMPASS The compass has not been compensated. The compensating should be performed by a qualified compass adjuster. After the compass has been adjusted. do not allow any iron or steel objects to be placed in its vicinity _ even temporarily. Refer to the owner's manual included in the Skipper's Kit for detailed information. SPEEDOMETER The speedometer registers boat speed relative to the water. FUEL GAUGE IMPORTANT Do not rely on the accuracy of gauge.
POWER TRIM GAUGES The port and starboard engines each have their own power aim gauge. These gauges indicate the position of the engine oul drives. Refer 10 your engine owner's manual for details. HORN SWITCH Press the top half of the switch to sound the horn. The horn is protected by a resettable circuit breaker located on the dash circuit breaker panel.
SHIFT(l'HRO'ITLE CONTROLS The port and starboard engines each have their own shift/throttle controllever. Each shift control lever has three positions: forward, neutral and reverse. Push the levers away from you to go forward, and pull the levers towards you to go in reverse. Full throttle is achieved by pushing the lever all the way forward. The detent position between for"'ard and reverse is neurral.
SPOTLIGHT CONTROLS The switch in the middle is a three position toggle switch. It controls the light mounted to the pulpit railing. Move the switch up for spotlight efTect, to the middle for ·off'. and down for the spotlight efTecL Thejoystick to the left conrrols the movement of the light. and the knob to right conrrols the speed at which the light will move. The spotlight is electrically protected by a resettable circuit breaker located on the dash circuit breaker panel.
AFT BILGE PUMP. The manual operation of the aft bilge pump is protected by this circuit breaker. The automatic operation of the aft bilge pump is protected by a circuit breaker on the DC Master Panel. FORWARD BILGE PUMP. The manual operation of the bilge pump is protected by this circuit breaker. The automatic operation of the forward bilge pump is protected by a circuit breaker on the DC Master Panel. BOARD UGHTS. This circuit breaker protects the boarding lighlS and cockpit courtesy ligh ts. ANCHOR.
Section 4 - Principles of operation ENGINE POWER SYSTEM/ STERN DRIVE INSTALlATION ........ 4-2 Engines . .. . . .. ...... ..... .... . ....... . 4-2 Propellers . , .... . .. ... . ... .... . .. . ..... 4-3 FRESHWATER SYSTEM ... ...... . .. . . .4-18 Freshwater Tank .... ... .. .. ... . . ....... 4-19 City Water Hookup .......... . .. . . . .... . 4-19 Hot Water Heater ........ . . .. . . .. . . . . .. 4-20 FUEL SYSTEM .. .. . ....... ... .... ...... 4-4 HEAD AND WASTE CONTAMINANT SYSTEM .............. ..
ENGINE POWER SYSTEM/STERN DRIVE INSTAlLATION The power generated by the engine is uansmitted to the propeller via the oUldrive. Engines ¥our boat is powered by dual inboard/outboard (1/0) engines. All the operation, specification and maintenance information is contained in the engine owner's manual. Find this manual, which is located in the skipper's kit.
Propellers The propellers installed on your boat were selected because their diameter and pitch provide lbe optimum speed and performance under average conditions of load. Propeller selection must be based upon the ability of the engine to turn lbe propeller and achieve the manufacturer's recommended RPM at full throttle. NOTE Variations from average loadings. bottom condi- tion and/or engine condition could call for a propeller change to achieve the performance desired.
FUEL SYSTEM Your boat is equipped with an internal fuel system meeting current federal requirements. The best materials and components amiable are used to assemble the fuel SJ"tem. Model 2870 boats have an aluminum, I I 0 gallon fuel tank that is located under the midship floor. The fuel tank can be accessed through the amidship cabin. The tank outlet to the engine has an anti-siphon valve for fuel shut-<>ff in the event of a line break. The fuel fill cap is located on the starboard side of the cockpit.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Your boat is equipped with two elecuical systems; a battery powered direct current (DC) system, and a generator or shore powered alternating current (AC) system. Each system has a master panel. The DC system supplies elecuicity to all of the boat's elecuical circuits (lights, pumps, blowers, ignition, etc.).
The _ is a convenience feature which allows you to check on the con· dition of the three batteries. With master breaker switch in the "OFF," position, rum battery test switch 10: • • • • "I" to check the starboard engine cranking bauery, "2" to check the pon engine cranking battery, "3" to check the auxiliary battery, and "OFF" to disable meter and test circuiL A CArmON Never reset a ImokD- which has hem automati· cxzIJy tripped wilhoutfirst disrovering and remedying tJu cause of the problem.
OPERATION OF DC srsn:MS Read through the table below to familiarize yourselfwitlJ tlJe DC systems on your boa~ DC Circuit Breaker Function MASTER BREAKER This is tlJe master switch for the DC systems. Put tlJe switch in the 'on' position to send current to all DC circuit breakers. VVh.en this switch is "ofr. the flow of current is interrupted to all DC systems with the exception of the automatic bilge pumps.
AC Electrical System A WARNING Considerable ~ htu been tukn to tImgn a safe electriaJ! system to prvted you from luwzrtlous shodes. Any modijicutUms It> tIu system should always be done by an autharUtd Cruisers dealer not only to proted your warnmIy, but to protect youfrrnn hazardbUS shod!. Your AC systems are rated for 125 volts at 60 cycles. Source current can be provided from a 110 volt, 60 cycle shore power station, or from the onboard generator.
TM gmn-ator controls turn the generator on and ofT. The BLOWERS switch operates the bilge blowers. Flip the switch up to operate the bilge blowers. Before attempting to start the generator, the bilge area must be purged of all fumes. Operate the blowers for at least 4 minutes. The STOP switch interrupts current to the generator. Turn the START switch on to start the generator. Release the START switch when the GENERATOR RUNNING indicator lights. The ON/ PREHEAT switch is used only on diesel generators.
AC Switch Function GENERATOR When you are going to run AC POWER NO. I systems off the generator, move the slide protector located on the AC POWER NO. I systems off the generator, move the slide protector located on the AC power control panel to lock the DOCKSIDE I breaker in the 'off' position. Start the generator and flip the GENERATOR breaker to the 'on" position. Current is now being sent to the AC POWER NO. I panel. Read the generator owner's manual before operating the generator.
AC Switch Function OUTLETS Flip this ",itch to the "on" position to send current to the outlets on the boat. Mm'e the switch to the "off" position to interrupt the currenL GROUND FAULT ClRCurr INTERRUPTER (CFCl) TilL starboard and purl ""tILls arr monit=d by CFCI aulILls, TilLst CFCI out/tls pruvidt prolLelion againsl ground faul! CUTTt7Ils which ca n eaust shoeb lhat may bt fataL A ground fault currrni is caustd by an Ae syslLm with faulty insulntion.
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Harness, Engine Compartment PARTSUST PARTSUST WIRE NO. FROM 1 N4 2 C2 CONDUCTOR DESCRIPTION TO CONDUCTOR DESCRIPTION WIRE NO. FROM 3 LTPANEL 33 N2 7 LTSTERN GND PUMP WASH TO K2 HORN 34 6 4 35 6 7 GND PMPIT 3 C3 7 GND BP FWD 4 C4 A8 BATT PORT 36 5 4 PUMP CKPT WASH 7 7 12Vt AUTO BP AUTOBPAIT GND INST PORT 5 2 3 BLOWER.
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Harness, Engine Compartment Twin PARTSUST PARTSUST WIRE NO. TO CONDUCTOR DESCRIPTION WIRE FROM NO. FROM TO CONDUCTOR DESCRIPTION I N4 3 LTPANEL 39 5 7 GND BPAIT 2 C2 K2 HORN 4() Ll Al GND INST PORT 3 C3 7 GNDBPFWD 41 L2 A2 TACH PORT 4 C4 A8 BATT PORT 42 LS 7 AlARM PORT 5 2 3 BLOWER.
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Harness, Liner PARTSUST PARTSUST CONDUCTOR DESCRlP110N WIRE NO. FROM TO CONDUCTOR DESCRIPTION WIRE NO, FROM TO I I N3 ANT. T.V. 44 Xl 5 WIPER 2 I 5 GND.ANT. 45 X2 5 \\lPER PARK 3 4 7 LTGALLEY 46 5 5 GND 4 I 7 GND LT GAILEY 47 X3 3 LTNAV 5 I N7 REFRIGERATOR 48 5 3 GND LTNAV 5 I 5 GNDREF.
A Word About Electrolysis Electrolysis is the decomposition of compounds, such as metals, exposed to an electric curren L For boat ownen, electrolysis is a common occurrence. Using a shore power AC electrical system on the boat includes an earth ground circuit that "grounds" all onboard metal parts to the earth on shore. This circuit provides the protection against hazardous shocks, but unfortUnately it also creates an electrolytic current which causes the decomposition of all submerged metal.
Freshwater Tank The boat is fitted with a 30 gallon freshwater tank. It is filled through the fill plate located on the starboard side of the deck. The tank is vented through the hull, this allows air to enter/escape as water levels rise and fall. IMPORTANT Fill the tank only with potable water. Using and refilling the tank often wiU help keep it a source of clean drinking water. FILTER AND PUMP Water is drawn from the tank by a self-priming pump located under the starboard midship cushion.
As an alternative to your freshwater tank, the freshwater system can be connected to "city water" at the receptacle on the starboard stern of the boaL Because the water enters the boat under pressure, it b}passes the lank, the filter, the pump, and the pressure accumulator. NOTE Using "city warer" hookup does not replenish water supply in the lank. The lank can only be filled at the freshwater fill plate.
All the components which comprise the waste system are made of materials specially fonnulated (0 prevent odor permeation and to resist chermcal actions. It is suongly recommended that you regularly add chemical to your tank by flushing it through the head. The chemical helps to conIrol odor and break down the waste. Follow the manufacturer's instructions on the chemical before using. A CAUTION Do not flush into a foIl holding tank.
OVERBOARD DISCHARGE A "Y" valve is installed. in this version. between the marine toilet and the waste holding tank. The "Y' valve can direct the flow of WdSte to the holding tank, or direct to an outlet seacock for overboard discharge of waste. IMPORTANT Overboard discharge of waste should only be used in approved areas. It is your responsibility to comply with local regulations regarding the discharge of waste. um r o sF om r e n m.c w sO oru r e is ersF u r C wn m fro isersO d de .
MACERATOR PUMP um r o sF om r A "Y' valve is installed between the pumpout plate and the macerator dise n .c charge seacock. The macerator pump is located berween the w valve m sO ru and the macera tor discharge seacock. In this configuration all waste is r o e F s Oushed from the head to the holding tank. The "Y'uvalve ers you to r i permits use the dockside pumpout feature, or to use theCmaceratornto pump the w waste from the holding tank overboard. om O s r r f ise d e IMPORTANT d .
shortm the life of the pump. Third, activate the macerator pump. Push the switch located on a panel in the head compartmenL A full tank can be emptied in approximately three minutes. Fourth, close the macerator discharge seacock after the pumpout is complete. Head Operating Instructions MANUALLY OPERATED HEAD Before operating the head for the first time, read the owner's manual for the marine toilet. Step I . Open the inlet water seacock located under the cabin floor hatch. Step 2 .
Bilge Pumps Two bilge pumps, one located in the engine compartment and one under the aft cabin floor hatch, are used to remove the bilge water from the boat. The bilge circuit (auto and manual) is not controlled by the battery master switch. A CAUTION Do not rely uprm ekctric equif1mmt tlJ operate troubleFrequent inspecticm of the bilge to rruzke sure the pumpr are operating properly is a necessity. free. The pump can be operated manually, or left in an automatic mode.
Section 5 - Getting Underway SAFE BOATING ______ . ___ . _ . __ . ___ .. ______ ...... _____ 5-2 Safety Checks _ .. ... . _ . _ . ... _ .... _.... _... . . . . ....... _ . _S-2 Sample Float Plan .. . .. . _ . ... _ .. • . _ . . ... __. . _ . . ____ . _ ... _S-3 Boating Rules and Regulations. _ . . . .. . _.....• . _ ..•. _ .. ..... 54 Signals and Rules of the Road . _ . . .... _...... . _ . _. . _ . _. ... _S-5 Safety Precautions for Engine Exhaust. ... _.••.. _ . _. __ .... _ .
SAFE BOATING Safety Checks Safe boating is one of the requirements for pleasant boating! Use common sense and safe practices while enjoying your boaL Use the following safety checks; you are responsible for the safety of your passengers as well as othen in and on the water. • Keep your boat and equipment in good condition; inspect the hull, engines, power train and all gear frequen tly.
Sample F10at Plan Copy this page and fill out the copy before going boating. Leave the filled out copy with a reliable person who can be depended upon to notify the Coast Guard. or other rescue organization. should you not return as scheduled. DO NOT file this plan with the Coast Guard.
Boating Rules and Regulations i'~ 1f: DEAD AHEAD ~ '~.\ iU I BASIC RULES FOR SAFE BOATING • Your boat must be registered and licensed in the state of principle use, DANGER ZONE • Give right of way to slower boats, rowboats and sailing craft. GIVEWAYTO BOATS IN TIllS • Keep to the right! Observe the Danger Zone and give right of way to boats in this zone, • Do not use your motors near swimmers or divers. • Learn the language of the various buoys and warning signals, \ -- ' ~'=~ !l :AREA ..
Signals and Rules of the Road • Learn and observe the United States Weather signals. Red and black flags are used by day and red and white lights are used at night. Small Craft Warning Forecast is for winds up to 38 mph (H knots) and/ or sea conditions dangerous to small craft. Gale Warning Forecast is for winds from 39 to 54 miles an hour (34 to 48 knots) . Whole Gale Warning Forecast is for winds from 55 to 73 miles an hour (48 to 63 knots) .
• If there is a ship-to-shore radio telephone aboard, answer any distress calls. "MAYDAY' is the international signal of distress. NEVER use this word unless there is an emergency and assistance is needed immediately.
& DANGER & EXTREME HAZARD Carbon monoxide gas (CO) is colorless, odorless and extremely dangerous. All engines and fuel burning appliances produce CO as exhaust. Direct and prolonged exposure to CO will cause BRAIN DAMAGE or DEATH. Signs of exposure to CO include nausea, dizziness and drowsiness. Sources of CO include: o Blockage of boat exhausts by obstruction. @ Exhausts traveling along obstruction. o (j) Operating wnh high bow angle. Exhausts from other vessels in confined areas.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Pre-Start Checklist Before starting the engine, perform the following checks and procedures: • See Section t>-PERIODIC MAINTENANCE, Before Every Use. • Your craft should be securely moored to the dock or slip. The boat should remain moored until the engine is warmed up and properly running. • Check weather conditions and forecasts. • Check all life saving devices. Make sure there is one life jacket for each person aboard. • Check capacity rating plate.
Starting After pre-start checks and procedures have been followed, the engine can be started. Follow the step-by-step instructions below, but be sure to read the Engine Owner's Manual for manufacturer's recommendations. A WARNING Always start engine with the ringle lever control in neutral or with shift rontrol disabled. '!he control in your boat may or may not block the starting cirruit if the lever is not in neutral, or shift control is not disabW.
Step 6. Allow engines to wann up. Check engine temperature gauges to be sure water temperature remains within the specified range. If temperature gauge reads abnormally high. STOP ENGINE IMMEDIATELY and determine the cause. Step 7. Check engine exhausts to see that they are discharging water. Water circulation in the engine and outdrive should take place shortly after starting. Step 8. Inspect for any fuel. oil. water and exhaust leaks. Stopping Engine Step 1.
IMPORTANF Spilled fuel may yellow the fiberglass gel coat and damage accent tapes. Open all windows. doors and hatches. Operate the bilge blowers for at least four minutes. Fuel fumes are heavier than air and will sink to the lowest part of the boat. Before starting the engines, check for any fumes or leaks in the bilge. Ventilate the boat until the fumes are no longer present. Repair any leaks immediately.
PARALLEL DOCKING Parallel docking is accomplished best by approaching the dock at a moderate angle, and just as the bow approaches the dock shift to neutral, turn the wheel hard towards the dock and shift into reverse to slow or stop forward motion. At the same time, "pull" the stem towards the dock. More or less throttle is dictated by the relative speed of the boat. BACKING Backing is accomplished by using reverse gear and steering the thrust to accomplish the direction of motion desired.
Your boat is equipped with trim tabs, which can be used to help adjust for trim and list variations caused by load, wind or other variables while underway. If trim tabs are installed, and additional trim is required when accelerating to cruising speed, lower the mm tabs to quickly bring the boat up at the stern and in to a planing attitude. As water passes under the hull. it contacts the mm tabs forcing the stem up.
( ~~ SCOPE / 6T07TIMES DEPTII OF WATER L - ~ - CSRl62·7 To weigh (pull in) anchor, it is recommended to have the engines running. Pull in the scope until the line is vertical. Pull hard to lift the anchor's shank and free the flukes from the bottom material. um r o sF om r e If the anchor is stuck, attach the vertical, line bow cleat. Wave n thetaut .c toIf the w action on the bow may lift flukes from bottom.
If you run aground. depending on the situation. there are a few things you can do. • Wait for the rising tide to lift you off. • Shift weight and passengers to heel of the boat. Reverse the prop to back-off. • Use another boat to carry the anchor to deeper water. • If all efforts fail. get help from the Coast Guard. IMPORTANT You should always offer help to a craft in distress. However. towing a capsized boat. grounded boat or hull-damaged boat is dangerous. Give assistance to the occupants.
Section 6 - Periodic Checks and Services PERIODIC CHECKS AND SERVICES . .. . .... . .... . . . . . 6-2 Before Every Use . . ... . .. . ... .. . . .. . ... .. .. .. ...•....... 6-3 Every 50 H ours .. ....... .. ... . ..... . . .. ... . . . ... .. . . . . . . 6-5 Every 100 Hours .. ........ . .......... . .. . . . . • . .. . . .. .... 6-6 Monthly. .. ...... . . . .. . .. .. . ...... . . . .. .... . ..•.... .... 6-6 Quarterly. .......•.. . .... . ..... . ... . ..... .. ... .. ... . ... 6-6 Annually . . . . ..
PERIODIC CHECKS AND SERVICES The checks and services outlined in this section are to be accomplished in conjunction with the periodic maintenance outlined in the various owner's manuals contained in the skipper's kit. It is extremely important that you read and understand the perioclic maintenance tasks outlined in your owner's manuals (such as the engine owner's manual and the generator owner's manual). because those maintenance tasks are not repeated in this manual.
Before Every Use CHECK TIIE COCKPIT WASH DOWN SEAWATER STRAINER FOR LEAKS AND ACCUMUIATION OF DEBRIS NOTE The cockpit washdown strainer is located in the engine compartmenL I. Inspect hose connections to and from the strainer for leakage. 2. If hose is damaged or leaking. close the cockpit washdown seacock to prevent any further entry of water. and then replace the damaged hose and clamps. See your authorized Cruisers dealer for parts and service. 3.
CHECK SEACOCKS FOR LEAKS HOSE CONNECTION POINT r> 0 um r o sF om r e n m.c w O oru sseacocks: r 1. Check the following e is ersF u r nseacock located in the engine compartment C water Engine cooling w m (only sO with freshwater cooling) . fro onisVBerengines d de Head ruinlet water seacock located below main cabin floor hatch. a C . o nl wwHead outlet water seacock located in the engine comparunenl. w Do p://w Cockpit washdown seacock located in the engine compartment. htt 2.
3. Inspect seacocks for signs ofleakage at base and handle. CAUTION Seaoocks ron only be replaced when the boat is aut of the water. If leakage is apparent, take your boat to a Cruisers dealer for immediate service. CHECK flJEL S'tSTEM tiNES AND CONNECTIONS FOR LEAKS 1. Check all lines and connections at the fuel tank, and at the engines. WARNING DO NOT operate the engine whm fuellealu have bem detemd. All fuels are comhustible and gasoline vapars are expwrivt:. Repair leak before starting the engine.
Every 100 Hours INSPECT FRESHWATER ~M FOR LEAKS 1. Fill and pressurize freshwater system. 2. Inspect connections at freshwater reservoir, filter, and pump. There should be no signs ofleakage. If leaks are apparenL drain system and replace defective hoses, tubes, and clamps. See your Cruisers dealer for parts and service. 3. Inspect connections at hot water heater. There should be no signs of leakage. If leaks are apparent, drain system and replace defective hoses, tubes, and clamps.
Annually CENTER SCREW CHECK TRIM TAB PUMP FLUID LEVEL A fluid level line has been added to the oil reservoir of the aim tab pump. The oil level is visible through the translucent sides of the I. reservoir. 2. If oil is low. replenish in the following manner: Remove plastic cover by unscrewing center screw. B'-o::2:':> f=~~-- PLUG I, C~=;:=:=:J~=~ri~if---.-.- CSR 161-30 FILL TUBE um r o sF om r e n m.c w sO oru r e is ersF u r C wn m fro isersO d e ru adand C .
Section 7 - Srorage for Extended Lay-Up STORAGE FOR EXTENDED lAY-UP . .................. 7-2 Lifting and Storing Your Boat - Stern Drive ........... .. ...... 7-2 Transporting .... ... .......... .......... .. .... • . .. .. .. . 7-3 Winterization ... .. . .... .. . ..• . ........ .......• ........ . 7-4 Fitting Out Mter Storage .... . . . . ... .. . ... .. .. .... .. . . .... 7-7 um r o sF om r e n m.c w sO oru r e is ersF u r C wn m fro isersO d de .
STORAGE FOR EXTENDED lAY-UP lifting and Storing Your Boat - Stern Drive A CAlmON Never lift a boot with a large amormt of water in the ~! Undue strus will be put on the 1uJl. Slings must never contact or =rt a fora on luzrdware protrudingfrom the hulL This type of stress (Un d4mage fiberglass, bend or misa1ign parts, whidJ is not aJVeT'f!d under the u.atT
A CAUTION When yOUT boat is out of the water, it is important to support the hull rornctJy to avoid arry hull tktmage. Tiu shipping/sturagr-cradlL will provide the proper support at the recommended positions. The load at the cradle support areas is less than 10 pounds per square inch. Make sure the craclle is level and completely suI'" ported on the ground to eliminate any craclle or hull distortion. Contact your Cruisers dealer to order a cradle. If a factory-supplied cradle is not available.
Wmterization A CArmON If improperly swred, the boat could taJre on water uiJich am ac:cumu1ate and cause damage to onboard systems. If your boat is to be stored on shore, a thorough winterizing procedure wiIl extend the life of your boat and its equipment Utilize the foIlowing suggestions to make boat prep for the next boating season a little easier. a. Clean the huIl and deck as soon as the boat is puIled from the water.
f. Head and Holding Tank: 1. Empty and rinse holding tank with water until tank is clean. 2. Close head intake seacock and remove hose from seacock. A WARNING DO NOT use automotive type radintor antifr= under any circumstances! It is poisonous. See your marine or recreational dealer for ntm-toric antifreeze. 3. Put hose into a bucket of non-toxic antifreeze. Keep flushing the head until antifreeze reaches the holding tank. 4.
5. Remove freshwater filter bowl and strainer. Qean, dry and replace strainer bowl. 6. Drain the water heater. Lines from the engine heat exchanger must be disconnected. Drain exchanger and lines. 7. Use low air pressure at freshwater pump outlet hose to blow water from all water lines. 8. Attach a hose to inlet side of freshwater pump. Put the other end of the hose into bucket of non-toxic antifreeze and operate pump until the antifreeze comes out the outlet side of pump.
o. Exterior Preparations: 1. The bottom will require at least one coat of an ti-fouling paint before beginning a new season. This can be done when winterizing or at the start of the new season. Consult your Cruisers dealer for pain t specifications for your area. 2. Apply a coat of wax to the entire surface of the boaL Put rust inhibitor on all deck hardware and other metal parts. Consult your Cruisers dealer for product recommendations. Non If possible, do not seal cabin or cockpit rightly.
g. Batteries: 1. Make sure battery or batteries are fully charged and the electrolyte level is approximately 1/2 inch above the internal plates. 2. Clean battery posts and cables. Use a solution of baking soda and water to clean battery cases. 3. Insllill batteries and connect battery cables. Apply a small amount of grease or petroleum jelly to cover the posts and cable clamps. 4. Turn MASTER BREAKER switch to the "on" position. h. Connect all hoses that were disconnected for winter storage. i.
Section 8 - General Maintenance GENERAL MAINTENANCE . ........ . ..... . . .. ...... . . 8-2 Engine Power Systems . ..... . ................ ... ......... 8-2 DC Electrical System . ... .. . ......•...... . .. .. . . ... ..... .. 8-2 Freshwater System .............. . .... ... ... . . . . .. ... . .. . . 8-2 Bilge .......... .. .. . .. ..... . . ...... ... .. . . . .. ... . .. . .. 8-3 Hull .......... . ....... . ... ... . .. . . ... .. ... . ..... ... . .. 8-3 General Care and Cleaning . . .. ...... . . ..
GENERAL MAINTENANCE Engine Power System Refer to the engine manufacrurer's manual located in the skipper's kiL PROPELLER REPlACEMENT It is recommended that propeller replacement, if necessary, be done by an authorized Cruisers Dealer. DC Electrical .System CHARGE BATTERIES Battery electrolyte levels should be checked regularly and kepI al approxi· mately 1/2 inch above the battery plates by adding distilled water.
Bilge CLEAN THE BILGE AREA Pump bilge area dry and remove all loose dire After time, the bilge will collect dirt and oil. DO NOT use flammable solventS to clean the bilge. Frequent cleaning with a commercial bilge cleaner will loosen oil and dirt and make cleaning easy' Consult your Cruisers dealer for instructions and use. Hull GELCOAT CARE A complete washdown of all exterior gel coated surfaces with a mild detergent and clean water after each outing is recommended.
If you decide to make repairs yourself. tools and materials you will need are: Fiberglass Repair Kit Acetone Resin Hardener Fiberglass 400 and 600 Grit Wet Sand Paper Polishers/Buffer Automotive-Type Rubbing Compound Putty Knife An excellent resource booklet for instructions on small fiberglass repairs is "HOW TO REPAIR F1BERGL\SS BOATS: published by Ferro Corporation. Nashville. Tennessee. 37211.
WINDOWS • Plexiglass and Vinyl Windows. First, flush the plexiglass and vinyl with clean water. Use your bare hand with plenty of water 10 loosen any dirt. A clean soft rag may then be used with a mild non-abrasive soap or detergenL Dry carefully with a soft darnp cloth or chamois. • Sliding Windows. Avoid cleaners containing sodium or calcium hypochlorite or cleaners that give off a chlorine odor. These types of cleaners can damage the nylon pile window channel runners.
4. In cases where a Sunbrelld' awning is taken down and stored during the winter season. it should be cleaned. allowed to air dry. and stored in a dry. well ventilated area. Many fabricators offer a reasonably priced removal. cleaning. storage. and rehanging service on a yearly basis. 5. For optimum appearance and performance Sunbr
Section 9 - Accessory Items ACCESSORY ITEMS ........... . .............. .. .. .... 9-2 um r o sF om r e n m.c w sO oru r e is ersF u r C wn m fro isersO d de .Cru a o nl ww w Do p://w htt Battery Charger ....... . ...... . ... . . .. ... .. . . ..... .. .... 9·2 Stereo System ... . .... .... . . .. ... . ...• . . . ............... 9-2 Cockpit Shower. . . . .... . .. . . .. . ..... .. ... . .............. 9-2 Cockpi t Washdown ........ _ . . .. . • . . . . . .. . _ . . . . ... ... ....
ACCESSORY ITEMS Battery Charger The battery charger can provide continuous battery charging. When the charger receives power from shore or the auxiliary generator, it convens AC power to 12 volts DC power and distributes the charge automatically to any or all batteries as needed. To operate the battery charger, the BATT CHGR circuit breaker on the AC Power No. I panel, must be in the ·on" position.
Covers Side curtains partially protect the helm area from inclement weather. The aft camper covers the cockpit area. Refer to Section 8, paragraph "General Care and Cleaning", for care and cleaning of covers. Refrigerator The refrigerator operates from 12 volts DC while underway, and from 115 volts AC during shore hookup. The REFRIG circuit breaker, on the AC Power No. I panel, must be "on" for AC volts refrigerator power.
Air Conditioning/Heater Unit The air conditioning/heating unit consists of a heat pump unit and a seawater pump. The unit and pump receive 115 volts power from shore hook-up or the auxiliary generator (if installed) . The seacock must open and the AIR CONDrTIONER circuit breaker, located on the AC Power No.2 panel, must be "on" to operate the heating/ cooling system. Refer to the air conditioner owner's manual for operating insrructions.
Microwave The 115 AC volts power to the microwave receptacle is supplied by shore hookup or the auxiliary generator only. The microwave is protected by a circuit breaker in the AC Power No. I panel marked MICRO. Refer to the bookle t in your skipper's kit for complete operating and care instructions. Ice Maker The 115 AC volts power to the ice maker receptacle is supplied by shore hookup or the auxiliary generator only. The ice maker is protected by a circuit breaker in the AC Power No.
Section 10 - Troubleshooting TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . .. . . ... .. . .. . .... . ....... . 10·2 Engines ...... . . . ....... . .... . .. . .... . . .... ... .. . ..... }0-2 Electrical . . ....• . ...•. ... ...... . . . . .... ..... . •..•..... }0-4 Plumbing . . .. .... . . ... . . . . ... . .... . . . .. • ...... . ...... 10-5 um r o sF om r e n m.c w sO oru r e is ersF u r C wn m fro isersO d de .
TROUBLESHOOTING The following charts will assist you in finding and correcting minor mechanical and electrical problems with your boaL Contact your nearest authorized Cruisers dealer for problems and procedures requiring the skill of a trained service technician. To correct a problem, first determine what the problem is. Then eliminate the simpler :causes, working to the more complex causes.
PROBLEM lAck of power. Erratic engine speed. SOLUTION POSSmLE CAUSE Throttle not fully open. See authorized dealer for throttle linkage adjusunenL Contaminated fuel. Drain fuel tank and lines; flush with clean fuel and replace fuel filters . See Cruisers Dealer for senice. Plugged anti-syphon valve. Pinched or clogged fuel lines or Replace line or remove obstruction . See Cruisers Dealer for senice. tank vent line. Engine overheats. (Fresh water cooled engines only.) Contaminated fuel. .
Electrical NOTE For any troubleshooting information other than given here, refer to the individual component owner's manuals in the skipper's kit. A CAUIION Never reset a circuit breaker which has been automatically tripped without first locating and correcting the problem. PROBLEM Electrical component will not function . POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Circuit breaker in the uipped or "ofr' position.
Plumbing NOTE For an y troubleshooting information o wer than given here, refer to the individual co mponent owner's manuals in the skipper's kil. A CAUTION Neuer reset a circuit breaker which has been a utomatically tripped without fiN' locating and correcting the problem. PROBLEM No water from cockpit washdown wh e n turned on. POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Seacock closed . Open washdown seacoc k. MASTER BREAKER switch in We Place MASTER BREAKER ,wi tch in the "off' position. "on" position.
Plumbing (continued) POSSmLE CAUSE PROBLEM Low water pressure at all showers and sinks. SOLUTION Water system has lost its charge. Check for leaks in water system. See Cruisers Dealer for service. Weak or worn pump: Have pump serviced by authorized dealer. Clean, repair, or remove obstruction Low water pressure at only the shower or the sink. Restriction or obstruction in water line. from water line. Head will not flush. Flush water seacock not open. Open seacock. Inlet pedal valve not working.
LIMITED WARRANTY REGISTRATlON OF PURCHASE: The -Federal Boat Safety Ad 01197'- requires all boat manufactures 10 maintain a record 01 all first retair purchasers and their current address for the purpose of notification in case of defective parts or equipment, or in case of non-compliance with standards or regulations set forth by this ael Failure to complete and return your factory warranty card lor our records will waive your right to notification of defect and/or repair al manufactures expense.
