Carver 356 2004 Owner'S Manual Download

Page: 152 / 225

ECTION

AINTENANCE

143

3937 3/99

Maintenance

Maintenance Schedule ............................................ 144
Exterior Maintenance .............................................. 148

Fiberglass Surfaces....................................................... 148

Anti-Fouling Bottom Paint ............................................. 149

Caulking and Sealants................................................... 150

Stainless Steel Rails and Hardware ............................. 150

Decorative Striping Tape............................................... 151

Windows......................................................................... 151

Exterior Vinyl Upholstery .............................................. 152

Exterior Carpet .............................................................. 152

Canvas ........................................................................... 152

Interior Maintenance ............................................... 155

Woodwork ...................................................................... 155

High Pressure Laminate ................................................ 155

Woven Fabrics................................................................ 155

Carpet ............................................................................ 157

Interior Fiberglass ......................................................... 157

Plexiglass ...................................................................... 157

Mechanical Systems ................................................ 158

Engines / Generator ....................................................... 158

Thru-Hull Valves ............................................................ 158

Propeller Shaft Seals ..................................................... 158

Props .............................................................................. 159

Struts ............................................................................. 159

DC Electrical System..................................................... 159

Fresh Water System ...................................................... 161

Bilge System .................................................................. 162

Sanitation System ......................................................... 162

Summary of Contents for 356 2004

Page 1: ...2004 356 Motor Yacht Owner s Guide HIN CDR 2004 Version 1...

Page 2: ...and are contained in the OEM information packets within your Owner s Information kit If you re new to boating learn the proper rules of seamanship to ensure the safety of your passengers Refer to Chap...

Page 3: ...8849 8099 Annex V VIII XII 3 3 8665 11812 10088 Article 8 2 1 14945 12216 12217 2 2 2 3 15083 10087 9094 3 6 2 4 15084 14945 15085 2 5 3 1 8885 11592 11591 3 4 3 5 10240 11192 7840 3 7 3 8 8846 10133...

Page 4: ...hat can cause damage to your boat or its components if the instructions are ignored NOTE Provides important information that can help you avoid problems If this is your first boat or if you are changi...

Page 5: ...forma tion is supplied by companies from whom Carver has purchased components to install in your boat These components include but are not limited to standard items like the engines sanitation system...

Page 6: ...ment must be completed and signed by you and your Carver Dealer before you take deliv ery of your new Carver yacht Failure to complete and register this Warranty Registration could void your Carver li...

Page 7: ...PREFACE 5 01...

Page 8: ...tiondoesnotextend alter ortransfertheCarverLimitedWar ranty RefertotheCarverLimitedWarrantyfordetails THIRD OWNER REGISTRATION Owner sName StreetAddress City State ZipCode Telephone DateofPurchase Pur...

Page 9: ...CARVER BOAT CORPORATION P O BOX 1010 PULASKI WI 54162 1010 CARVER BOAT CORPORATION P O BOX 1010 PULASKI WI 54162 1010...

Page 10: ...t 11 Owner s Responsibilities 14 Safe Boating Courses 14 Rules of the Road 15 Documentation 15 Drugs and Alcohol 16 Distress Calls 16 Voluntary Inspections 16 Boating Accidents 16 Boating Regulations...

Page 11: ...ueling your boat Be sure you know the capacity of your boat s fuel tank and the amount of fuel used when operating at frequently used engine speeds RPMs Refer to the Specifi cations portion of Section...

Page 12: ...s in motion Do not use the boarding platform or boarding ladder while either or both of the engines are running Understand and obey the Rules of the Road Always maintain complete control of your boat...

Page 13: ...RED Small Craft Adv Winds to 38 mph RED Gale Warning Winds to 54 mph Day Flags Night Lights 123456 123456 123456 123456 123456 123456 123456 RED RED WHITE 1234567 1234567 1234567 1234567 1234567 12345...

Page 14: ...sonal flotation devices If your boat has sounding equipment take sound ings regularly and match them with depths shown on your charts Station a person forward in the boat as a lookout Reduce your spe...

Page 15: ...austive list of situations which may be encountered while boating You should obtain training to handle any emergencies which may arise Fire Any fire onboard your boat is serious Explosion is possible...

Page 16: ...and how to operate them In case of fire Stop the engines immediately If the fire is in the engine room shut off the bilge blowers immediately Do not open the hatch to the engine room The fire will fl...

Page 17: ...member or passenger to watch the plugged area and alert others if it fails Swamped or Capsized Boat If your boat becomes swamped or capsizes put on a personal flotation device immediately and set off...

Page 18: ...ive weight in the fore or aft sections of the boat will cause a trim change and may yield greater draft than expected Equip your boat with a good quality depth measuring instrument and allow ample wat...

Page 19: ...r if they are not prop erly trained and educated Someone onboard your boat should know first aid First aid training is available through your local Red Cross Keep a fully stocked first aid kit onboard...

Page 20: ...They must also be of a suitable size for each person onboard Three PFDs two wearable and one throwable are required regardless of the number of persons onboard PFD Type I Wearable This offshore life j...

Page 21: ...ing your boat out Approved pyrotechnic equipment includes Hand held or aerial red flares Hand held or floating orange smoke Launchers for aerial red meteors or parachute flares Approved non pyrotechni...

Page 22: ...bon dioxide chemical and Halon type fire extinguishers Below are the require ments for fire extinguishers at the time this guide was prepared Boats longer than 26 and shorter than 40 Two Type B I or a...

Page 23: ...are pump There are several areas you must have knowledge of to operate your boat in a safe responsible manner Your local U S Coast Guard Auxiliary and the U S Power Squadrons offer comprehensive safe...

Page 24: ...S Coast Guard pamphlet 123 which explains the significance of various lights and buoys the Boating Safety Training Manual and Federal Requirements For Recreational Boats Check with your local U S Coa...

Page 25: ...of distress Monitor marine radio channel 16 which is reserved for emergency and safety messages You can also use this channel to contact the U S Coast Guard or other boaters if you have trouble Never...

Page 26: ...ge Within three miles of the shore of U S lakes rivers and bays it is illegal to dump plastic dunnage lining and packing materials that float and any garbage except dishwater greywater or fresh fish p...

Page 27: ...ter Ventilate or pump out the bilge as necessary Be sure the horn navigation equipment and lights are working properly Instruct guests and crew in safety and operational matters Check engine and trans...

Page 28: ...vent the accumulation of CO in your boat s cabin and in enclosed exterior areas Pay attention to prevailing conditions and provide ventilation to induce fresh air and minimize ex haust re entry Positi...

Page 29: ...ng conditions the low pressure area may form in other areas of the boat and permit CO to enter through openings that are not near the stern To avoid backdrafting Maintain the proper trim angle avoid a...

Page 30: ...onvulsions If you suspect that someone is suffering from exposure to CO take the following actions immediately Thoroughly ventilate the area if possible Evacuate the area and move the affected person...

Page 31: ...22 BOATING SAFETY 3307 6 02 SECTION 1 NOTES...

Page 32: ...23 3307 6 02 SECTION 1 BOATING SAFETY NOTES...

Page 33: ...24 BOATING SAFETY 3307 6 02 SECTION 1 NOTES...

Page 34: ...Battery Master Disconnect Switches Diesel Engines Only 28 Voltmeters 29 12 Volt Equipment 29 Battery Charger 29 DC Circuit Breaker Panels 30 12 Volt DC Power Main Breaker Panel 30 Bridge Breaker Pane...

Page 35: ...two center stringers Each battery is dedicated to start either the port or starboard engine Diesel Engines If your boat is equipped with diesel propulsion each diesel engine requires a dedicated doub...

Page 36: ...y combining the power within both batteries should the charge in an engine s dedicated battery bank be come unable to start the boat s engine This is accom plished by positioning the battery selector...

Page 37: ...tery bank 2 are connected in parallel Both battery banks are then used by the engines and all other 12 volt equipment Power from the boat s batteries to diesel engines are regulated by master disconne...

Page 38: ...be monitored by referencing the voltmeters Fully charged batteries that have not been charged or discharged for at least 2 hours should indicate between 12 3 and 12 6 volts A reading below this level...

Page 39: ...Panel The circuit breakers on these panels enable you to control the electricity to the boat s various 12 volt systems by switching the breakers ON or OFF They also protect the electrical system by au...

Page 40: ...SECTION 2 DC ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 31 3937 2 99 12 VOLT DC POWER MAIN BREAKER PANEL...

Page 41: ...Raw Water This breaker controls the flow of electricity to the boat s optional transom washdown pump To activate the washdown pump switch this breaker ON When you are finished turn the washdown pump o...

Page 42: ...to the OEM information for details on operating the stereo Vent Fan This breaker controls the flow of electricity to the vent fan controls in the salon The vent fan draws outside air into the salon To...

Page 43: ...tteries Waste Tank Monitor Forward This breaker controls the flow of electricity to the boat s forward waste tank monitor which is located in the forward head Use this monitor to determine the level o...

Page 44: ...ectric head NOTE If your boat is equipped with a Vacu Flush head switch this breaker ON to activate the vacuum pump Pressing the foot lever at the base of the toilet then flushes the toilet Spare This...

Page 45: ...to the OEM infor mation for details on operating the water tank monitor Aft Cabin Lights This breaker controls the flow of electricity to the light controls in the aft stateroom To supply power to the...

Page 46: ...n breaker OFF Spotlight This breaker controls the flow of electricity to the con trols for the boat s optional spotlight Switch this breaker ON to activate the spotlight controls The controls are loca...

Page 47: ...lizing the RPMs for both engines Switch this breaker ON to activate the synchronizer controls The controls are located at the boat s helm station Refer to the OEM information for details on operating...

Page 48: ...he helm station Switch these breakers ON to activate the bilge pump controls Bilge Blower Always run the bilge blowers for at least 4 minutes before starting the boat s engines or the generator These...

Page 49: ...tab controls at the helm station Trim tabs are used to improve the running angle of your boat while underway Switch this breaker ON to activate the trim tab con trols Refer to the Trim Tabs portion of...

Page 50: ...radio Loran GPS This breaker controls the flow of electricity to the op tional Loran and Global Positioning System Switch this breaker ON to activate the Loran and GPS Refer to the OEM information fo...

Page 51: ...ill not run if a breaker trips Therefore it is important to frequently check that these breakers are ON and working properly Voltmeter Battery One This breaker protects the circuitry between the helm...

Page 52: ...sump is located below the boat s water line a sump pump is needed to pump shower water overboard or into the optional grey water holding tank The shower sumps are activated automatically by a float s...

Page 53: ...ry whenever the battery s voltage decreases below a predetermined level Battery Charger Two This breaker protects the circuitry between the boat s 35 amp battery charger and battery 2 When this breake...

Page 54: ...to operate The CO detectors monitor the air throughout the boat s cabin for the presence of carbon monoxide Carbon monoxide is a colorless and odorless gas that is present in engine and generator exha...

Page 55: ...teries avoid spilling electrolyte into the engine compartment or bilge Also avoid getting any salt water in or on the battery Either of these conditions could create a poisonous gas that is harmful if...

Page 56: ...tery The correct level is just above the plates If the fluid level is low top off the cell with DIS TILLED water only DO NOT OVERFILL Remove the batteries from the boat during periods of extended stor...

Page 57: ...ad A wire within the 12 volt system is loose or discon nected Fwd Cabin Lights Salon Lights or Aft Cabin Lights circuit breaker on the 12 Volt DC Power Main Breaker Panel is OFF Battery is weak or dea...

Page 58: ...tery does not hold a charge Engine is running and voltmeter does not indicate ad equate voltage Battery failed Engine alternator belt is loose Replace with new battery Refer to engine manual to tighte...

Page 59: ...DC ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SECTION 2 50 3937 2 99 12 Volt Wiring Schematic P0807D09...

Page 60: ...SECTION 2 DC ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 51 3937 2 99 NOTES...

Page 61: ...DC ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SECTION 2 52 3937 2 99 NOTES...

Page 62: ...ystem 54 Shore Power 55 Generator Power 57 AC Circuit Breaker Panels 60 European AC Electrical System Circuit Breaker 60 AC Power Panel 61 Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters 66 Electrical Loads 68 Bond...

Page 63: ...the air conditioning system is powered through an additional 30 amp breaker service called Line 2 Wiring System The AC electrical system on your boat uses three color coded wires The black wire carrie...

Page 64: ...occurs turn off the 30 amp main breaker s on your AC Power Panel and disconnect your power cord s from the shore power supply Notify marina management of the problem Use a different dockside electric...

Page 65: ...al disconnection or arcing due to a gap between the cord plug and the recep tacle Do not allow the end of the shore power cord to hang in the water This can cause an electrical field to form which can...

Page 66: ...l system Inexperienced or un trained people may be killed or seriously injured by incorrectly servicing the AC electrical system Always disconnect the boat from the shore power source before attemptin...

Page 67: ...he hatch under the dinette s aft cushion 4 Switch ON the two Bilge Blower circuit breakers on the Bridge Breaker Panel 5 Turn ON the bilge blowers using the blower switch on the 12 Volt DC Power Main...

Page 68: ...switch in the START position for more than 10 seconds 6 A spring loaded generator STOP START switch is located at the bottom of the 12 Volt DC Power Main Breaker Panel Push the switch to the START po...

Page 69: ...rical systems by switching the breakers ON or OFF They also protect the AC electrical system by automatically disconnecting the circuit from the power source in the event of a short or overload Never...

Page 70: ...circuit is standard on your boat This circuit is powered by either a single 30 amp shore power cord or the boat s onboard generator The Line 1 circuit is configured as either 110 volts AC or 220 volt...

Page 71: ...experience a low voltage reading as described contact the marina s management to locate the source of the problem If the voltmeter is reading zero voltage it means that no current is getting to the A...

Page 72: ...Circuit Interrupter GFCI receptacle for this group of receptacles is located in the forward port corner of the salon If the appropriate circuit breakers are ON but power is still not available at any...

Page 73: ...hot water to your fresh water system Switch this breaker ON to supply power to the water heater The water heater is located under a hatch beneath the dinette Refer to the OEM information for details...

Page 74: ...switching ON the A C Water Pump breaker or either of the A C Unit breakers you must supply the air conditioning system with sea water Refer to the Air Conditioning System portion of Section 4 to prepa...

Page 75: ...uts off power to the receptacle This limits the amount of time the person is being shocked to a brief moment which can reduce the amount of injury to the person Any electrical shock from the AC electr...

Page 76: ...SECTION 3 AC ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 67 3937 2 99 GFCI RECEPTACLE LOCATIONS...

Page 77: ...tton to restore power to the GFCI receptacle and to all other receptacles on that circuit When operating AC powered devices through your boat s AC electrical system be aware that each device exerts a...

Page 78: ...d with a comprehensive metallic bonding system that interconnects all underwater equipment and thru hull fittings The bonding system ensures that the cases of all metallic equipment onboard your boat...

Page 79: ...plate Do not tamper with or modify the boat s bonding system Doing so could threaten the integrity of the system Monitor the condition of your boat s zinc anodes Replace the zinc anodes when they hav...

Page 80: ...1 and AC Main Line 2 breakers on the AC Power Panel are OFF A wire within the AC electrical system is loose or discon nected The AC Main Line 1 and AC Main Line 2 breakers on the AC Power Panel are OF...

Page 81: ...SECTION 3 72 3937 2 99 Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution The AC Main Line 1 or AC Main Line 2 breaker trips imme diately after being reset The breaker failed Contact your Carver Dealer to have...

Page 82: ...SECTION 3 AC ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 73 3937 2 99 AC Wiring Schematic P0714C 7...

Page 83: ...AC ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SECTION 3 74 3937 2 99 NOTES...

Page 84: ...SECTION 3 AC ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 75 3937 2 99 NOTES...

Page 85: ...AC ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SECTION 3 76 3937 2 99 NOTES...

Page 86: ...ter System 80 Filling The Water Tank 80 Pressurizing and Priming the Water System 81 Using the Water System 82 Raw Water Washdown 84 Shore Water Hookup 85 Bilge System 86 Bilge Pump Operation 88 Garbo...

Page 87: ...scribed in this section For the air conditioning system to operate it needs a source of AC power supplied by either a shore power source or the optional onboard generator and a supply of seawater eith...

Page 88: ...perature decreases so does the air conditioning system s ability to produce warm air Carver recommends that the air conditioning system not be operated in reverse cycle mode when the seawa ter tempera...

Page 89: ...ap proximately 81 gallons The water is divided between a fresh water tank and an 11 gallon water heater The water tank is located beneath the aft stateroom berth The water heater is located beneath a...

Page 90: ...Shower Sump circuit breakers on the Safety Breaker Panel are ON 2 Partially open all cold water faucets including the faucets for the optional transom shower and fresh water washdown 3 Turn the batter...

Page 91: ...ater level within the water heater The fresh water system is designed to operate in the same manner as the water system in your home After filling pressurizing and priming the fresh water sys tem simp...

Page 92: ...pump is needed for each shower to drain the basin and discharge the drain water overboard or into an optional grey water holding tank When the forward and aft Shower Sump circuit breakers on the Safet...

Page 93: ...pistol grip type that can be opened and closed by squeezing your hand 4 Open the valve at the base of the hose fitting to supply water to the hose Use the washdown as you would a garden hose at your...

Page 94: ...matically shuts off When the hand nozzle is open releasing water from the system the pressure in the system decreases When the pres sure decreases to a predetermined point the pump automatically turns...

Page 95: ...rcuit breakers on the Safety Breaker Panel are ON 6 Turn ON the dockside water tap Do not leave your boat unattended when it is con nected to shore water Should one of the water lines in your boat dev...

Page 96: ...he engine room s forward bulkhead and runs as far as the aft stateroom The amidships bilge pump is located in the engine room forward the propulsion engines near the centerline If your boat was built...

Page 97: ...erizing the bilges For safety and convenience each bilge pump can be operated either automatically or manually The bilge pumps remove almost but not quite all of the water that collects within the bil...

Page 98: ...allow water to flow toward the garboard drain The drain is located in the transom in the deep est portion of the hull s V Make sure the garboard drain plug is securely screwed into the garboard drain...

Page 99: ...nitation transfer hose and has entered the waste tank Waste left in the transfer hose tends to dry and harden This could become an obstruc tion which prevents the sanita tion system from operating pro...

Page 100: ...d Forward and Electric Head Aft circuit breakers on the 12 Volt DC Power Main Breaker Panel ON Flush the head by pressing the foot pedal at the base of the toilet It is common for vacuum systems to gr...

Page 101: ...9 for the exact location of this WASTE plate 3 Attach the pumpout vacuum hose to the WASTE deck fitting Because the transfer process uses a vacuum action it is essential that there is a secure connec...

Page 102: ...used in the coastal areas of the United States With the overboard discharge system waste is flushed from the heads to the waste tanks where it is stored Where it is legal you can then transfer the was...

Page 103: ...INTERNAL SYSTEMS SECTION 4 94 3937 2 99 OPEN CLOSED VACUUM HEAD SYSTEM OVERBOARD DISCHARGE...

Page 104: ...l switch the DC Main circuit breaker ON then switch the Waste Pump circuit breaker ON 4 Turn ON the waste pump ON OFF switch located beneath a hatch below the dinette s aft cushion This activates the...

Page 105: ...and remove the fresh water and any remaining waste then turn OFF the waste pump 8 Replace the WASTE deck plate 9 Position the waste tank selector valve to select the aft waste tank 10 Turn ON the wast...

Page 106: ...charge system for your boat This system is available only on boats that are exported or used in the coastal areas of the United States With the direct overboard discharge system waste is flushed from...

Page 107: ...e seacock for the forward head 2 Locate the valve that lets you direct waste to the forward waste tank rather than flushing the waste directly overboard Position the valve to HOLD ING TANK 3 Close the...

Page 108: ...tem all sink and shower drain water as well as condensation from the optional air conditioning system drain into grey water waste tanks rather than flow directly overboard The grey water initially dra...

Page 109: ...American Boat and Yacht Council ABYC has developed specific standards on how propane tanks must be installed Carver has installed this tank according to the ABYC standards Do not relocate or repositio...

Page 110: ...your propane stove system for leaks The propane stove system is inspected and pressure checked as part of Carver s quality assurance process We do however suggest that you test the system for leaks r...

Page 111: ...er solution to check all propane fittings The solution forms bubbles where propane is leaking from the system If you cannot find the leak contact SeaWard Prod ucts or your Carver Dealer 3 Have a quali...

Page 112: ...SECTION 4 INTERNAL SYSTEMS 103 3937 2 99 NOTES...

Page 113: ...INTERNAL SYSTEMS SECTION 4 104 3937 2 99 NOTES...

Page 114: ...Systems 106 Diesel Fuel Systems 107 Fuel Tank Vents 109 Engine Room Ventilation 109 Cooling System 110 Exhaust System 111 Fire Suppression System 111 Engine Gauges 112 Gauge Maintenance 115 Helm Contr...

Page 115: ...when your boat was constructed Each fuel tank has passed a rigorous test conducted by the tank manufac turer Additionally the entire fuel system passed Carver s own pressure testing and inspection Bef...

Page 116: ...fuel return lines return the fuel to the tank the fuel was drawn from preventing the other tanks from overflowing NOTE Fuel return lines are not used with carbureted engines Each diesel propulsion eng...

Page 117: ...circuit breaker ON then switch the Fuel Transfer Pump circuit breaker ON 2 Check the fuel gauges at the helm station Identify the fuel tank that has the highest fuel level 3 Turn the fuel transfer sw...

Page 118: ...t breaker ON then switch the two Bilge Blower circuit breakers ON 2 Turn ON the bilge blowers using the controls on the helm instrument panel Allow the blowers to run for at least four minutes Do not...

Page 119: ...h a seacock for each engine Open cooling systems use raw water to cool the engines directly If you are not sure which type of cooling system is installed on your boat contact your Carver Dealer Both o...

Page 120: ...arbon monoxide may escape and endanger you and your passengers Check the exhaust system regularly for proper operation Any change in engine noise could indicate an exhaust system problem and should be...

Page 121: ...es allow you to monitor the operation and condition of your boat s propulsion systems The side of the instrument panel that the gauges are on port or starboard determines which engine port or starboar...

Page 122: ...SECTION 5 PROPULSION 113 3937 3 99 HELM GAUGES...

Page 123: ...oolant temperature rating for your engines as listed in the engine OEM information Do not exceed the maximum coolant temperature Doing so could dam age the engines Oil Pressure Gauge The oil pressure...

Page 124: ...re is below the minimum rating Voltmeter The voltmeter displays the amount of charge in the boat s batteries When the battery is fully charged the voltmeter indicates 12 5 volts As a battery is used i...

Page 125: ...ontrols the starboard engine The engines can be shifted independently to improve maneuverability in tight quarters Do not shift into or out of gear while the engine speed as indicated by the tachomete...

Page 126: ...Synchronizer The optional throttle synchronizer allows you to elec tronically and mechanically interconnect both engine throttles This allows you to increase and decrease engine speed using one thrott...

Page 127: ...full During this time the pressure inside the tank must not exceed 4 psi When fueling tanks that are either completely empty or nearly full decrease the fueling rate This helps prevent the tanks from...

Page 128: ...fuel you wish to take on 4 Begin pumping fuel into the fuel tanks a rate of no more that 9 GPM When the tank is close to full slow the fuel flow rate to less than 9 GPM While fueling keep the fuel hos...

Page 129: ...engine room is free of fuel vapor Do not operate any onboard equipment until you are sure that the boat is free of fuel vapor Pre Start Checklist 1 Read and understand this Owner s Guide and all OEM...

Page 130: ...board and in proper operating condition Check items such as the navi gation lights VHF radio depth sounder etc Make sure your boat carries all safety equipment re quired by Federal State and local reg...

Page 131: ...silenced as soon as the oil pres sure increases to within the normal operating range If the engine is cold when it starts it may run rough Advance its throttle lever slightly to keep it running 5 Sta...

Page 132: ...engine room and visually inspect the fuel system hoses and exhaust hoses If you see a leak or suspect that anything is out of order shut down the engines and investigate Identify and correct the cause...

Page 133: ...PROPULSION SECTION 5 124 3937 3 99 NOTES...

Page 134: ...SECTION 5 PROPULSION 125 3937 3 99 NOTES...

Page 135: ...PROPULSION SECTION 5 126 3937 3 99 NOTES...

Page 136: ...neuvering Launching the Boat 128 Navigation 128 Controlling the Boat 129 Loading 129 Casting Off and Docking 129 Maneuvering 133 Anchoring 134 Stern Anchors 135 Mooring Lines 135 Getting Underway 137...

Page 137: ...rivers Charts of inland rivers are also available from the appropriate district office of the U S Army Corps of Engineers Your dealer may also have charts of the waters in which you intend to cruise K...

Page 138: ...for help and wait until it arrives Do not attempt to relaunch your boat You may do serious damage to your hull or underwater gear Every boat owner should know how to perform the following procedures c...

Page 139: ...back the boat away At marina anchorages boats are often secured to a mooring buoy Fouling your propeller with a mooring line is the principal hazard when leaving a mooring If you use a dinghy to reac...

Page 140: ...ts are lying at their buoys They are heading into the wind or current and your approach course should be roughly parallel to their heading Stay clear of other moorings to avoid fouling them If you tow...

Page 141: ...OPERATING AND MANEUVERING SECTION 6 132 3937 3 99 TRACKING FORWARD PROPS ONLY TRACKING ASTERN PROPS ONLY...

Page 142: ...eep your trim tabs up To make a turn to port shift the port engine to neutral A starboard turn astern is made by shifting the starboard engine to neutral Check sternway stop reverse motion by shifting...

Page 143: ...s holding power depends on its weight and the length of the anchor line The most effective length is six to seven times the depth of the water you intend to anchor in For example if the water is 10 f...

Page 144: ...lass control at the helm to drop anchor To relieve strain on the windlass hooks called devil s claws engage the chain when the anchor is down If you intend to stay at anchor overnight or if you an cho...

Page 145: ...ard quarter spring Of the two dockings shown the left one shows how to tie up when docking your boat in an alongside berth The docking shown on the right is used when tying up at four corners of the b...

Page 146: ...ve been com pleted and mailed 3 You have read and understand this Owner s Guide and all OEM information 4 The safety equipment onboard your boat is in compliance with Federal State and local regula ti...

Page 147: ...eed called planing speed When you first accelerate from a dead stop the trim angle of the boat increases causing the bow to rise and the stern to drop If you continue to accelerate the boat eventually...

Page 148: ...one half second at a time then allow the boat to respond Continue to adjust the trim tabs in this manner until the boat is at the desired trim angle Over trimming can cause the bow to veer and may lea...

Page 149: ...ten used when running into choppy seas Bringing the bow down uses the sharper part of the boats V hull to break through waves Use the BOW DOWN side of both trim tab switches simultaneously to adjust t...

Page 150: ...SECTION 6 OPERATING AND MANEUVERING 141 3937 3 99 NOTES...

Page 151: ...OPERATING AND MANEUVERING SECTION 6 142 3937 3 99 NOTES...

Page 152: ...e Striping Tape 151 Windows 151 Exterior Vinyl Upholstery 152 Exterior Carpet 152 Canvas 152 Interior Maintenance 155 Woodwork 155 High Pressure Laminate 155 Woven Fabrics 155 Carpet 157 Interior Fibe...

Page 153: ...48 hours after launching your boat following a period of onshore storage Type B Maintenance Perform Type B maintenance after the engines have operated for 25 hours following launching whether your bo...

Page 154: ...oses connections X X X X Inspect exhaust guard cover X Check prop for balance nicks X Check strut bearings X Check rudder alignment X Check all thru hull fittings X Inspect shaft log packing nut X X X...

Page 155: ...or water intake and discharge X X X Inspect zincs X X Generator maintenance As recommended by manufacturer As recommended by manufacturer As recommended by manufacturer As recommended by manufacturer...

Page 156: ...door hinges and locks X X Clean vinyl fabrics wall coverings X Spot clean woven fabrics X Spot clean carpet X EXTERIOR Check compass for magnetic diviation X Check trim tab system for leaks X X Check...

Page 157: ...sh the boat with a solution of fresh water and mild soap Use a sponge to wash smooth surfaces and a stiff nylon or natural bristle brush to wash nonskid surfaces Do not wax the nonskid surfaces Waxing...

Page 158: ...instructions on making gelcoat repairs Gelcoat Blisters While fiberglass is a durable and economical material it is not indestructible as is often assumed by many boat ers The most commonly known prob...

Page 159: ...nd the expansion and contraction caused by variations in outside tem perature eventually break down the sealant Fittings that have begun to leak must be resealed Remove the fitting and clean the old s...

Page 160: ...dhesive and makes the tape easier to remove To remove any adhesive residue use acetone When fueling your boat avoid spilling fuel on any of the decorative striping tape Fuel damages the striping tape...

Page 161: ...Rust Use 3M Citrus Cleaner rinse with soap and water Avoid saturating the exterior cushions with water To enhance the appearance of the exterior cushions and upholstery occasionally treat them with a...

Page 162: ...SECTION 7 MAINTENANCE 153 3937 3 99...

Page 163: ...bric for 20 minutes in a solution of no more than 1 2 cup 4 oz Clorox and 1 4 cup 2 oz natural soap per gallon of lukewarm fresh water no more than 100 degrees F Rinse with fresh water until the soap...

Page 164: ...ollow the manufacturer s instructions on the product package when applying this product to your wood surfaces High Pressure Laminate HPL is used on many of the cabinet faces and counter tops inside yo...

Page 165: ...MAINTENANCE SECTION 7 156 3937 3 99...

Page 166: ...the carpet still needs periodic cleaning Care for the carpet as you would care for the carpet in your home Vacuum it often and shampoo it as needed When your boat is new the carpet sheds and needs to...

Page 167: ...e of seawater which can cause the affected engine or the generator to over heat Inspect the thru hull valves on a monthly basis Make sure the connections between the hose and the valve are tight Look...

Page 168: ...n recommends it The majority of difficulties that occur with the 12 volt DC electrical system are caused by poor battery mainte nance The factory installed batteries on your boat should function norma...

Page 169: ...not overcharge the batteries The onboard battery charger can overcharge the batteries because when it determines the batteries are fully charged it does not shut off but switches to trickle charge mod...

Page 170: ...s with a narrow wire Shower Sump Clean the shower sump frequently Hair dirt and soap scum collect in the sump and if not removed eventually clog the sump pump system Faucet Discharge Spouts Periodical...

Page 171: ...or debris from the bilges Treat the bilges with a commercial bilge cleaner twice a season Bilge cleaners are available from your Carver Dealer Unlike the other systems in your boat the sanitation sys...

Page 172: ...SECTION 7 MAINTENANCE 163 3937 3 99 NOTES...

Page 173: ...MAINTENANCE SECTION 7 164 3937 3 99 NOTES...

Page 174: ...oduction 166 Lifting 166 Blocking 166 Winterization 168 Engines 168 Air Conditioning System 168 Fresh Water System 168 Raw Water Washdown 171 Bilge 172 Sanitation System 173 Exterior 181 Interior 182...

Page 175: ...a professional experienced and trained in lifting yachts The boat s hull must be properly supported during the lifting operation to avoid serious and permanent hull deforma tion Do not place a lifting...

Page 176: ...nails bolts or screws The appropriate tools 4x4 s 4x4 s 2x8 Side View Aft View 4x4 s 2x8 4x4 s 4x4 s 4x4 s 2x8 Position one blocking support under the boat s keel beneath a transverse stringer in each...

Page 177: ...winterizing your boat s fresh water system drain the entire system including the water heater and optional engine heat exchanger Draining the System 1 Switch the Water Heater circuit breaker on the AC...

Page 178: ...SYSTEM 4 When there is no more water coming from any of the faucets switch the Pressure Water Pump circuit breaker OFF 5 Drain the water heater It is located beneath a hatch below the dinette Refer to...

Page 179: ...is on the port sidedeck near amidships Refer to the Fill Plate Pumpout Locations portion of Section 9 for the exact location of the WATER plate 3 Close all faucets 4 Switch the Pressure Water Pump ci...

Page 180: ...runs from the port engine to the water heater and back to the engine b Disconnect the heater hose in both places where it connects to the engine c Drain all water from the hose d Pour antifreeze into...

Page 181: ...M s warranty 3 Place the disconnected hose end into a bucket that contains about a gallon of antifreeze 4 Remove the raw water washdown hose from the transom mounted washdown fitting 5 Place a bucket...

Page 182: ...discharge system and the direct overboard discharge system Standard Sanitation System 1 Empty the waste tanks as described in the Emp tying the Waste Tanks portion of Section 4 Remove as much of the...

Page 183: ...this section for information on the proper type of antifreeze to use Using the wrong type of antifreeze can damage the sanitation system The repair of such damage is not included under the terms of ei...

Page 184: ...er pickup seacocks Flush the head a few times to prime the sanitation system d Charge the waste tanks by adding deodorizer Use the brand of deodorizer recommended by your Carver Dealer Overboard Disch...

Page 185: ...the boat place a large bucket beneath the overboard discharge fitting to collect antifreeze pumped out later in this procedure This fitting is located beneath a hatch below the dinette s aft cushion Y...

Page 186: ...tifreeze to use Using the wrong type of antifreeze can damage the sanitation system The repair of such damage is not included under the terms of either the Carver Limited Warranty or the sanitation sy...

Page 187: ...nette s aft cushion This activates the waste pump 10 When a steady stream of antifreeze flows from the overboard discharge fitting turn OFF the waste pump 11 Position the waste tank selector valve to...

Page 188: ...dure This fitting is located beneath a hatch below the dinette s aft cushion You must use an approved antifreeze in your boat s sanitation system Refer to the SeaLand Technical Bulletin at the end of...

Page 189: ...ker ON 10 Turn ON the waste pump ON OFF switch located beneath a hatch below the dinette s aft cushion This activates the waste pump 11 When a steady stream of antifreeze flows from the overboard disc...

Page 190: ...this procedure This fitting is located below the galley floor hatch 25 Flush 5 gallons of antifreeze through the forward head Continue flushing the head until a steady stream of antifreeze flows from...

Page 191: ...ge to make sure that it is in good condition If your boat will be in outside storage properly support a storage cover and secure it over the boat Do not secure the cover to the boat too tightly Allow...

Page 192: ...SECTION 8 WINTERIZATION AND STORAGE 183 3937 3 99 IMPORTANT ANTIFREEZE BULLETIN...

Page 193: ...WINTERIZATION AND STORAGE SECTION 8 184 3937 3 99...

Page 194: ...ugh hull fittings Apply new antifouling bottom paint Buff out minor hull scratches Remove dirt stains Apply wax Deck and Cabin Inspect hatches and windows for leaks Wax non walking surfaces Engines Fo...

Page 195: ...waste and grey water tanks Fill fresh water tanks Safety Equipment Inspect PFDs Replace old distress signals Inspect fire extinguishers Inspect test bilge pumps Inspect mooring lines fenders After la...

Page 196: ...SECTION 8 WINTERIZATION AND STORAGE 187 3937 3 99 NOTES...

Page 197: ...WINTERIZATION AND STORAGE SECTION 8 188 3937 3 99 NOTES...

Page 198: ...ning Warranty Service 191 Second Owner Registration 192 Hull Identification Number 192 OEMs 193 Serial Number Record Sheet 200 Specifications 202 Component Locations 202 Interior Cabin Layout 203 Inte...

Page 199: ...rdance with the procedures detailed on the Pre Delivery Service Record Your dealer will sign the Pre Delivery Service Record and provide you with a copy Registration of your boat and its engines is re...

Page 200: ...ork that needs to be completed by the dealer in order to meet the terms of your agreement Owner s Information Kit Read understand and follow the instructions in this Owner s Guide and all OEM informat...

Page 201: ......

Page 202: ......

Page 203: ...O Box 3208 Modesto CA 95353 209 521 7860 Drive Systems Walters Machine Company 84 98 Cambridge Avenue Jersey City NJ 07307 201 656 5654 Velvet Drive Transmissions 200 Theadore Rice Blvd New Bedford MA...

Page 204: ...640 N Lewis Road Limerick PA 19468 610 948 5100 Heads SeaLand Technology Inc P O Box 38 4th Street Big Prairie OH 44611 216 496 3211 Raritan Engineering Corporation P O Box 1157 530 Orange Street Mil...

Page 205: ...Falls Rd Fairfield NJ 07004 1 800 537 5722 110 volt stereo system Capitol Sales Co 3110 Neil Armstrong Blvd Eagan MN 55121 1 800 545 2672 Quasar TV Marine Audio Sales 16137 Westwoods Business Park El...

Page 206: ...Box 1157 530 Orange Street Millville NJ 08332 609 825 4900 General Electric Company Consumer Affairs Dept Appliance Park Louisville KY 40225 1 800 626 2000 Ranges and Microwaves SeaWard Products 3721...

Page 207: ...Brooke Road Winchester VA 22603 540 665 0100 Gauges Guest Company Inc 95 Research Parkway Meriden CT 06450 203 235 4421 Spot Lights Morse Controls IMO 21 Clinton Street Hudson OH 44236 216 653 7701 C...

Page 208: ...Inc 9331 A Philadelphia Road Baltimore MD 21237 410 687 5500 Halon System MTI Industries Division of Marine Technologies Inc 1000 Brown Street Suite 107 Wauconda IL 60084 1 800 383 0269 CO Detector Bo...

Page 209: ...WARRANTY AND PARTS SECTION 9 200 3937 4 99 Serial Number Record Sheet...

Page 210: ...SECTION 9 WARRANTY AND PARTS 201 3937 4 99...

Page 211: ...3 m Beam 13 3 4 04 m Bridge Clearance waterline to arch 17 6 5 33 m Draft 39 0 99 m Weight estimated with fuel and water 21 000 lbs 9525 60 kg Water 81 U S gal 306 61 l Hot Water 11 gal 41 64 liters W...

Page 212: ...7 4 99 Interior Cabin Layout Forward Stateroom Berth Forward Head Dinette AC Power Panel and 12 Volt DC Power main Breaker Panel Salon Safety Breaker Panel and Battery Selec tor Switch Hanging Closet...

Page 213: ...forward or aft tank Overboard Discharge ON OFF Switch Overboard Discharge Seacock 12345 12345 12345 12345 12345 12345 1234567 1234567 1234567 1234567 1234567 123456 123456 123456 123456 123456 123456...

Page 214: ...t Locations Water Fill Plate Port Fuel Fill Plate Cablemaster TV Phone Hook Up Shore Power Receptacles 30 Amp Shore Power Circuit Breakers Waste Pumpout Plate Transom Shower Shore Water Hook Up Raw Wa...

Page 215: ...WARRANTY AND PARTS SECTION 9 206 3937 4 99 Bridge Canvas Layout...

Page 216: ...SECTION 9 WARRANTY AND PARTS 207 3937 4 99 Aft Deck Canvas Layout A FT D ECK C ANVAS L AYOUT W ITH H ARD W INGDOORS A FT D ECK C ANVAS L AYOUT W ITH C ANVAS W INGDOORS...

Page 217: ...ment and Tanks 63 Pressure Water System 64 Navigation and Interior Lighting 65 Bilge Pumps Blowers and Ventilators 66 Deck Hardware Arch 67 Rails Taffrail Kits and Ladders 68 Wire Harnesses Dockside K...

Page 218: ...Y AND PARTS 209 3937 4 99 Category Number Part Description 84 Lumber Plywood Hardboard and Balsa 85 Plastics Plastic Laminates Doors Lids and Covers 89 Electrical 90 Air Conditioning and Accessories 9...

Page 219: ...WARRANTY AND PARTS SECTION 9 210 3937 4 99...

Page 220: ...SECTION 9 WARRANTY AND PARTS 211 3937 4 99 Carver Limited Warranty...

Page 221: ...WARRANTY AND PARTS SECTION 9 212 3937 4 99...

Page 222: ...th sounder 41 129 Desired airflow through boat 20 Diesel engines 26 Direct overboard discharge 181 Direct overboard waste discharge 97 Direct overboard waste discharge system 178 Distress signals 10 D...

Page 223: ...e procedure 190 Pre delivery service record 190 Pressure water pump 32 82 161 Propane gas 34 Propane stove 64 R Radar 41 Radar reflectors 6 Radio communication 10 Radio log 15 Range 64 Raw water washd...

Page 224: ...INDEX 3937 4 99 Water survival chart 10 Weather 2 3 Weather signals 4 Weight 202 White vinyl 152 Windlass 45 135 Windshield wipers 33 34 36 Z Zinc anodes 69 181...

Page 225: ...INDEX 3937 4 99...

Search results

Summary of Contents for 356 2004

Reviews:

Related manuals for 356 2004

Brands by name

Popular brands

Carver 356 2004, Owner'S Manual

Search results

Summary of Contents for 356 2004

Reviews:

Related manuals for 356 2004

Brands by name

Popular brands