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OWNER’S MANUAL

2017

Summary of Contents for 24 Resorter 2017

Page 1: ...OWNER S MANUAL 2017...

Page 2: ...n Manual The Century Boats Owner s Manual contains important operating and safety information as well as reminding you about your responsibilities as a boat owner operator Original Equipment Manufactu...

Page 3: ...rosion Anodized Aluminum Stainless Steel 14 Electrical Schematics 16 Information in this publication is based upon the latest product specifications available at printing Century Boats reserves the ri...

Page 4: ...10 9 DEADRISE Degrees 21 WEIGHT LESS ENGINE Lbs 10 422 TRANSOM ANGLE Degrees TRANSOM HEIGHT Inches 30 TRANSOM WIDTH inches 9 COCKPIT DEPTH REAR TO FRONT Inches 31 COCKPIT SQUARE FOOTAGE 40 Sq Ft COCK...

Page 5: ...railer Data L O A Feet Inches 29 3 BEAM MID SHIP 126 10 6 KEEL LENGTH Feet Inches 28 4 KEEL LENGTH STERN TO BOW EYE Feet Inches 25 5 HEIGHT KEEL TO BOW EYE Inches 36 TRANSOM WIDTH AT CHIMES Inches 99...

Page 6: ...It is the responsibility of the vessels captain to insure his her vessel is seaworthy and is not over loaded Century Boats as the manufacturer recommends the following 2 persons seated on the port coc...

Page 7: ...L YEAR 2017 4 3 Safety Label Locations There are several locations where safety labels appear It is the responsibility of all boat owners and their passengers to read and adhere to the safety warning...

Page 8: ...nage of excess water from the designated areas Starboard Side Port Side AUX BILGE DRAIN TOILET VENT GALLEY SINK DRAIN DECK DRAIN LIVEWELL DRAIN DECK DRAIN SUMP DRAIN EPA GAS VENT MAIN BILGE DRAIN GEN...

Page 9: ...8 LIVEWELL 9 PORT FISHBOX 10 STBD FISHBOX 11 WASHDOWN 12 FRESHWATER 13 VENT 14 PORT WIPER 15 STBD WIPER 16 ACCESSORY 17 ACCESSORY 18 ANCHOR COMPASS STEERING WHEEL YAMAHA MULTI FUNCTION GAUGE DUEL ENG...

Page 10: ...ry Box Stbd Cockpit Storage Fwd Fuel Tank Access Aft Fuel Tank Access Main Fuel Fill Main Fuel Fill Port Fwd Rod Holder Stbd Fwd Rod Holder Port Aft Rod Cup Holder Stbd Aft Rod Cup Holder Diesel Fuel...

Page 11: ...ler Anchor Chain Guard 30 Port Light Escape Hatch 18 Port Light Escape Hatch 2x Port Mid Cleat Stbd Mid Cleat Forward Cabin Access Sliding Door Helm Console Cockpit Cup Holders Helm Cup Holders Port C...

Page 12: ...9 6c Deck Layout Freshwater Fill Shore Power Transom Shower Main deck port side above step Port Side Transom Starboard Side Transom Freshwater Fill Shore Cable In City Water In Shore Inlet 1 Shore Inl...

Page 13: ...he hard top one aft one forward one port and one starboard located in the raised portion of the hard top Map lights There are two units located on the port and starboard underside of the forward raise...

Page 14: ...ocated under the sleeping berth on the starboard side Freshwater Tank Sump Limber Drain Limber Drain Limber Drain Starboard Stringer Port Stringer Forward Fuel Tank Bulkhead Forward Stringer Bulkhead...

Page 15: ...iesel Fuel 10 Aux Fuel 50 Starboard Stringer Port Stringer To Stbd Fill To Port Fill Transom Aux Bilge Pump Main Bilge Pump Aft Fuel Tank Bulkhead Stbd Fuel Separator Fuel Blocks P S Port Fuel Separat...

Page 16: ...of the tank is for gasoline the fill hose goes to the starboard side and goes to the auxiliary fuel fill located in starboard gunwale aft of the aft rod cup holder The aft side of the tank is for dies...

Page 17: ...nance With proper care and maintenance the anodized aluminum and stainless steel on your boat can be kept in first class condition for a very long time The aluminum on your boat has been anodized whic...

Page 18: ...Avoidable DO NOT clean with chlorinated cleaners NO BLEACH or scouring powders DO NOT use sand paper or abrasive cleaners on buffed or mirror finished metals DO NOT clean with muriatic or hydrochloric...

Page 19: ...box PORT ENG BATT POST PORT ENG SWITCH HOUSE BATT POST HOUSE SWITCH 2 0 awg xx RED YELLOW YELLOW YELLOW 2 0 awg xx RED 2 awg xx RED 2 awg xx RED 2 0 awg xx 2 0 awg xx 2 0 awg xx STBD ENG SWITCH STBD E...

Page 20: ...AW WATER PUMP BROWN WHT STRIPE MISTER PUMP BROWN GRAY STRIPE FRESH WATER PUMP BROWN BLUE STRIPE MACERATOR PUMP BROWN ORANGE STRIPE PORT FISH BOX PUMP BROWN PINK STRIPE STBD FISH BOX PUMP BROWN GREEN S...

Page 21: ...CENTURY BOATS OWNER S MANUAL 30 EXPRESS MODEL YEAR 2017 18 1 Electrical Schematics Twin Engine Quad Battery Panel...

Page 22: ...CENTURY BOATS OWNER S MANUAL 30 EXPRESS MODEL YEAR 2017 19 2a Electrical Schematics Port Main Harness...

Page 23: ...CENTURY BOATS OWNER S MANUAL 30 EXPRESS MODEL YEAR 2017 20 2b Electrical Schematics Stbd Main Harness...

Page 24: ...CENTURY BOATS OWNER S MANUAL 30 EXPRESS MODEL YEAR 2017 21 3 Electrical Schematic Bilge Harness...

Page 25: ...CENTURY BOATS OWNER S MANUAL 30 EXPRESS MODEL YEAR 2017 22 4 Electrical Schematic Liner Harness...

Page 26: ...CENTURY BOATS OWNER S MANUAL 30 EXPRESS MODEL YEAR 2017 23 5a Electrical Schematics Cabin A C 1 harness...

Page 27: ...CENTURY BOATS OWNER S MANUAL 30 EXPRESS MODEL YEAR 2017 24 5b Electrical Schematics Cabin A C 2 harness...

Page 28: ...CENTURY BOATS OWNER S MANUAL 30 EXPRESS MODEL YEAR 2017 25 6 Electrical Schematics Electric Head Harness...

Page 29: ...CENTURY BOATS OWNER S MANUAL 30 EXPRESS MODEL YEAR 2017 26 7 Electrical Schematics Wiper Harness...

Page 30: ...CENTURY BOATS OWNER S MANUAL 30 EXPRESS MODEL YEAR 2017 27 8 Electrical Schematics Hard Top Harness...

Page 31: ...CENTURY BOATS OWNER S MANUAL 30 EXPRESS MODEL YEAR 2017 28 9 Electrical Schematics Hard Top Switch Panel 4 Position...

Page 32: ...CENTURY BOATS OWNER S MANUAL 30 EXPRESS MODEL YEAR 2017 29 10a Electrical Schematics Helm Switch Panel Front 18 Position...

Page 33: ...CENTURY BOATS OWNER S MANUAL 30 EXPRESS MODEL YEAR 2017 30 10b Electrical Schematics Helm Switch Panel Back 18 Position...

Page 34: ...CENTURY BOATS OWNER S MANUAL GENERAL INFORMATION MODEL YEAR 2017 i OWNER S INFORMATION PACKET GENERAL INFORMATION...

Page 35: ...facturer s Certification 3 8 Service Parts and Repair for your Boat 3 II SAFETY 1 Introduction 4 2 Required Safety Equipment 4 3 Personal Floatation Devices PFD 5 4 Recommended Equipment 6 5 Alcohol D...

Page 36: ...ing 16 V SYSTEM COMPONENTS 1 Instrument Switch Panels 17 2 Electrical System 17 3 Fuses 17 4 Switches and Controls 18 5 Shift Throttle 18 6 Fuel System 18 7 Bilge 19 8 Aerated Livewell System 19 9 Dep...

Page 37: ...knowledge and awareness than is necessary for operating a car or truck 2 Your Responsibilities For your safety the safety of your passengers other boaters and people in the water you must Take a boati...

Page 38: ...ny questions contact your dealer 5 Warranties Your boat comes with several warranties Each component and or system on your boat has its own warranty that will be found with the specific information an...

Page 39: ...nd recommended practices for boat and equipment design construction service and repair We utilize all applicable ABYC standards in the construction of all Century Boats Finally Century Boats sells the...

Page 40: ...r substantial property damage if warning is ignored WARNING will appear above hazardous or unsafe practices information which CAN cause SEVERE injury death or substantial property damage if the warnin...

Page 41: ...nconscious person slightly backward or vertical in the water This type is good for non swimming adults and when far from shore TYPE II BUOYANT VEST Has more than 15 5 lbs of buoyancy and will turn an...

Page 42: ...ys horns signal lights etc The Coast Guard has prepared many pamphlets for your information For more information contact a local U S Coast Guard station write to U S Coast Guard Headquarters 1300 NW W...

Page 43: ...cle around to get the tow line to the skier for getting up again or boarding the boat Approach the skier with the right side of the boat and help the skier board from the stern Pull in the tow line an...

Page 44: ...Every waterway poses hazards that need to be avoided shallow water tree stumps sand bars etc Prevent damage to your boat or harm to yourself and passengers by becoming familiar with the body of water...

Page 45: ...and Being Towed Use caution when towing or being towed Use high quality rope capable of the load Keep at least two boat lengths between boats Never tie onto cleats handrails windshields or attempt to...

Page 46: ...sparking Add fuel Replace the fuel and wipe up any spillage Check oil injection tank if equipped for proper level Refer to the engine operator s manual 2 Capacity Your boat has a maximum weight and h...

Page 47: ...faster than trolling speeds 4 Boat Weight Distribution Weight distribution affects the performance of your boat Keep weight in the boat low and distributed evenly To get the boat on plane faster and p...

Page 48: ...ottle operator s manuals for more detailed information concerning operation of this unit in conjunction with the engine 3 Safety Stop Switch and Lanyard The Safety Stop Switch can only be effective wh...

Page 49: ...odels are equipped with a steering wheel that operates like a car Others are hydraulic and use fluid under pressure to turn the engine 5 Getting Underway Always prepare the boat before each outing Is...

Page 50: ...fast but becomes apparent at slower speeds 7 Docking Departure Practice docking before attempting it for the first time Use a float like a plastic milk jug with a line and small weight as your docking...

Page 51: ...e With less boat in the water both speed and fuel mileage increases Trim the engine in As you speed up your boat will increase its angle of trim causing the bow to rise You can limit this effect by ad...

Page 52: ...e is tied to the anchor Tie the other end of the line to the forward cleat or bow eye Head the boat into the wind or current over the spot where you want to lower the anchor Stop the boat before lower...

Page 53: ...s are recharged by the alternator when the engine is operating When the battery s reach full voltage the installed DSVR will shift the charge over to the house battery to help maintain its performanc...

Page 54: ...engine when engaged Attach the lanyard to the boat operator whenever the motor is running If the operator moves far enough away from the operator s position the lanyard will engage the switch and shu...

Page 55: ...odels may be equipped with a livewell drain and a built in overflow Water will drain overboard when the level reaches the overflow opening in the livewell To drain the livewell remove the drain plug f...

Page 56: ...tention be given to the stainless steel Use a high quality stainless steel polish on all stainless fitting to prolong the appearance of your boat consult your dealer for recommended products 4 Fuel Sy...

Page 57: ...the wiring to make sure it is properly supported and the insulation is intact Consult the engine operator s manual for care and maintenance of the engine s electrical system 8 Hydraulic Steering If yo...

Page 58: ...rasives Use only a mild soap and water solution with damp towels 11 Storage Proper care in preparing your boat for storage will help protect your investment and make getting ready again for next seaso...

Page 59: ...re the boat under a cover The covers should keep the weather off the boat but still provide adequate ventilation to avoid mildew damage If the boat is stored outside additional supports under the cove...

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