Owner`s manual

2870 OFFSHORE
Leaning Post/Baitwell
The leaning post/baitwell is equipped with rod holders, a leaning post cushion, storage, and a
circulating livewell. The livewell is supplied by a raw water circulating pump and drains
overboard. Refer to Raw Water System Chapter for additional information on the livewell.
Stern Bait and Tackle Rigging Station
The stern bait and tackle rigging station is equipped with a transom door, sink, removable cutting
board, fishbox, and rigged bait storage area. The sink is plumbed to the freshwater system and
drains overboard. The fishbox is insulated and drains overboard.
Transom Door
A transom door is incorporated into the rigging station. The transom door should only be operated
when the boat is not in motion. The door must be latched in either the full “OPEN” or full
“CLOSED” position. Never leave the transom door unlatched.
Note: Periodically inspect the transom door fittings for wear, damage, or loose fit. Any
problems should be inspected and corrected immediately.
THE TRANSOM DOOR SHOULD BE CLOSED AND PROPERLY LATCHED WHENEVER THE
ENGINE(S) ARE RUNNING. NEVER OPEN THE TRANSOM DOOR WHILE UNDERWAY OR
IN ROUGH SEA CONDITIONS. IN CERTAIN SITUATIONS, AN OPEN TRANSOM DOOR
COULD ALLOW A SUBSTANTIAL AMOUNT OF WATER TO ENTER THE COCKPIT CRE-
ATING A POTENTIALLY DANGEROUS CONDITION.
OPERATING THE BOAT UNDER POWER WITH THE TRANSOM DOOR OPEN MAY AL-
LOW PERSONS TO FALL OVERBOARD AND INTO BOAT PROPELLERS OR TO BE LOST
IN OPEN WATER. ALWAYS CHECK TO MAKE SURE THE TRANSOM DOOR IS PROP-
ERLY CLOSED AND LATCHED BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINES AND NEVER OPERATE
THE BOAT UNDER POWER WITH THE TRANSOM DOOR OPEN.
Helm and Electronics Locker
The helm and engine controls are located on the rear of the center console. Molded-in electronics
storage is located forward of the engine controls. A large tackle locker is located below the rear
facing seat built into the center console. The tackle locker is lockable and has five storage drawers.
The top section of the console is hinged and opens to provide access to the storage area and to
service the helm equipment or install electronics. To open the helm portion of the console, release
the clamps on the front of the console. The front of the console can then be lifted to expose the
underside of the helm. A strap holds the helm in the open position and prevents it from opening
too far. Always make sure the helm station clamps are properly secured when the helm is closed.
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