Owner`s manual

Table of Contents
OS 255
Safety Information
Specifications .............................. 1-8
Boat Information ............................. 9
Warranty and Warranty
Registration Cards ....................... 11
Federal Boat Safety Act ............... 11
Product Changes ......................... 11
Transferring the Warranty .......... 11
Owner/Operator Responsibilities 11
Propulsion Systems
1.1 General ................................................. 1-1
1.2 Outboard Saltwater Application ........ 1-1
1.3 Engine Lubrication ............................... 1-1
1.4 Engine Cooling System ...................... 1-2
1.5 Propellers ............................................. 1-2
1.6 Engine Instrumentation ...................... 1-2
Helm Systems
2.1 General ................................................. 2-1
2.2 Engine Throttle and Shift Controls ..... 2-1
2.3 Neutral Safety Switch ......................... 2-1
2.4 Engine Power Tilt and Trim ................ 2-2
2.5 Engine Stop Switch ............................. 2-2
2.6 Steering System .................................. 2-3
2.7 Trim Tabs ............................................. 2-3
2.8 Compass .............................................. 2-4
2.9 Control Systems Maintenance ........... 2-4
Fuel Systems
3.1 General ................................................. 3-1
3.2 Fuel System ......................................... 3-2
3.3 Fueling Instructions ............................ 3-2
3.4 Fuel System Maintenance .................. 3-3
Electrical Systems
4.1 General ................................................. 4-1
4.2 DC System ............................................ 4-1
4.3 12-Volt DC Panels ................................ 4-3
4.4 Electrical System Maintenance .......... 4-6
Plumbing Systems
5.1 Fresh Water System ............................ 5-1
5.2 Raw Water Washdown ......................... 5-1
5.3 Livewell ................................................. 5-2
5.4 Drainage ............................................... 5-3
5.5 Plumbing Systems Maintenance ........ 5-4
Ventilation System
6.1 Cabin Ventilation .................................. 6-1
6.2 Carbon Monoxide and Proper
Ventilation ......................................... 6-1
6.3 Windshield Ventilation ........................ 6-1
6.4 Bilge Compartment Ventilation .......... 6-1
6.5 Maintenance ......................................... 6-1
Exterior Equipment
7.1 Deck ...................................................... 7-1
7.2 Cockpit .................................................. 7-2
Interior Equipment
8.1 Cabin and V-Berth ................................ 8-1
8.2 Carbon Monoxide Detector ................. 8-2
8.3 Audio and Video Systems ................... 8-2