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2013 Chaparral SSX Owner’s Manual

Chaparral Boats, Inc.
Nashville, GA
chaparralboats.com

TROUBLESHOOTING 7-1
INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR CARE

8-1

FIBERGLASS AND GEL COAT

8-1

HULL BOTTOM MAINTENANCE

8-2

BOTTOM PAINT (ANTI-FOULING)

8-2

HARDWARE AND FITTINGS

8-2

WINDSHIELD AND PORTHOLES

8-3

CARPET 8-3
SEAT COVERINGS AND VINYL

8-3

CANVAS (WEATHER COVERINGS)

8-4

CHAPARRAL LOGO

8-4

WINTERIZING AND STORAGE

9-1

LIFTING THE BOAT

9-1

DRY STORAGE PREPARATION

9-1

SYSTEMS AND COMPONENTS

9-2

ENGINE 9-2
STERN DRIVE

9-2

FUEL SYSTEM

9-2

BATTERY 9-2
RECOMMISIONING 9-3

NAUTICAL GLOSSARY

10-1

WARRANTY 11-1
WIRING SCHEMATICS

12-1

Summary of Contents for 2013 SSX

Page 1: ...lease ensure that you obtain handling and operat ing experience before assuming command of the boat Your dealer or national sailing federation or yacht club will be pleased to advise you of local sea...

Page 2: ...le GA chaparralboats com 2 MODEL INFORMATION This manual contains informaiton on the following models 257 SSX 277 SSX 287 SSX 285 SSX The information refers to standards and options available for the...

Page 3: ...YSTEMS 3 1 ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS 3 1 FUEL SYSTEM 3 5 FRESHWATER SYSTEM 3 5 MARINE SANITATION DEVICE 3 7 TRIM TABS 3 9 COMPONENTS 4 1 DASHBOARD AND INSTRUMENT PANEL 4 1 STEERING 4 2 THROTTLE 4 3 POWER TRI...

Page 4: ...AINT ANTI FOULING 8 2 HARDWARE AND FITTINGS 8 2 WINDSHIELD AND PORTHOLES 8 3 CARPET 8 3 SEAT COVERINGS AND VINYL 8 3 CANVAS WEATHER COVERINGS 8 4 CHAPARRAL LOGO 8 4 WINTERIZING AND STORAGE 9 1 LIFTING...

Page 5: ...IONAL ANCHOR WARNING SECURE ALL DOORS WHEN UNDERWAY OPEN DOORS MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO BOAT AND OR PERSONAL INJURY AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH FROM FIRE OR EXPLOSION RESULTING FROM LEAKING FUEL INSPECT...

Page 6: ...onoxide poisoning include nausea headache dizziness drowsiness and lack of consciousness Get fresh air if anyone shows signs of carbon monoxide poisoning Get fresh air if carbon monoxide detector alar...

Page 7: ...FUEL OR ADDITIVES CONTAINING MORE THAN 10 ALCOHOL BY VOLUME Methanol or Ethanol DAMAGE AND LOSS OF WARRANTY MAY RESULT CONTACT WITH UNPROTECTED ENGINE BELTS WILL RESULT IN SEVERE INJURY TURN OFF ALL...

Page 8: ...NING QUALIFIED OPERATOR MUST BE IN CONTROL ATALL TIMES READ OWNER S MANUAL BEFORE USE For maximum enjoyment and safety check each of these items BEFORE you start your engine DRAIN PLUG Securely in pla...

Page 9: ...s equipment Print a copy and keep it on board the boat at all times If you transfer ownership of this boat to some one else be sure to give this manual to the new owner Your owner s packet contains t...

Page 10: ...Winterizing Storage What do you do when you need to winterize or store your boat for extend ed periods of time This chapter provides the necessary information 10 Nautical Glossary The Nautical Glossar...

Page 11: ...keeps things neat but also protects against abrasion Through Bolted Stainless Steel Cleats It s one of the most often used components on your boat but most people think a cleat is a cleat right Wrong...

Page 12: ...assistance Boat Owner Your responsibilities include the following 1 Read this manual as well as all other manuals and information includ ed in your owner s packet 2 Schedule an appointment with your...

Page 13: ...ing water intakes Other forms of wa terborne garbage can litter beaches and cause illness U S Coast Guard regulations therefore strictly prohibit dumping plastic refuse or other gar bage mixed with pl...

Page 14: ...past the expected time It also has space for indicating information about the person filing this report Leave the completed form ashore with a respon sible person We recommend you print several copie...

Page 15: ...DEALER COPY WHITE CUSTOMER COPY YELLOW...

Page 16: ...esh Water Propeller Battery Notes Model Name Hull Identification Number State of Registration Boat Name Hull Color s Length Beam Weight Draft Drive Down Draft Drive Up Manufacturer Model Name Number O...

Page 17: ...chaparralboats com 1 9 FUEL USAGE CHART RunTime In Hours Fuel Used In Gallons Distance Traveled In Miles RPM Average Miles per Hour Gallons per Hour Date RunTime In Hours Fuel Used In Gallons Distance...

Page 18: ...me Departure Location Type HP Return Date Time Return Location Fuel Type Fuel Capacity Boat Description Safety Emergency Equipment YES NO NUMBER Full Name Boat Name Type Life Jackets Cushions Distress...

Page 19: ...injury or death WARNING identifies hazards or unsafe practices that COULD result in severe personal injury or death CAUTION indicates hazards or unsafe practices that COULD result in minor personal i...

Page 20: ...t at least one other passenger aboard in the basic operating pro cedures in handling your boat This person can take over if you unex pectedly become unable to do so Do not allow passengers to ride on...

Page 21: ...parral dealer or a local marina about navigational aids unique to your area U S Coast Guard Website www uscg mil California Coast Guard Website www ccg ggc gc ca If you have a marine radio telephone h...

Page 22: ...ing in water sports often prefer this PFD because it intended for use in waters where quick rescue is possible and it is generally the most comfortable for continuous wear PFD Type IV Throwable You mu...

Page 23: ...lights for safe operation after dark Observe all navigation rules for meeting and passing Do not run at high speeds during night operation Always use common sense and good judgment SAFETY AFLOAT Once...

Page 24: ...line as possible Other wise a boat with radar may have trouble seeing your boat Man Overboard Should someone in the boat fall overboard Act quickly treat every situation as an emergency Move throttle...

Page 25: ...When only using one anchor it should be attached to the bow of the boat When slowing down or moving in reverse do not allow wake or following seas to flood cockpit If your boat becomes swamped or caps...

Page 26: ...o contact the U S Coast Guard or other rescue authorities immediately VHF channel 16 or 22 CB radio Running Aground If you run aground check everyone for injury and inspect damage to the boat and prop...

Page 27: ...e and reduce the possibility of carbon monoxide accumulation in the cabin of the boat ensure adequate ventilation by opening cabin hatches cabin doors cabin windows and side windshield vents to increa...

Page 28: ...exhaust leaking from the exhaust system components evi denced by rust and or black streaking water leaks or corroded or cracked fittings Inspect rubber exhaust hoses for burned or cracked sections Al...

Page 29: ...ill pipe is securely mounted grounded and located where spilled fuel is directed overboard Dry and cracked or soft and mushy fuel fill hoses should be replaced immediately If your boat is equipped wit...

Page 30: ...r can therefore give full attention to the operation of the boat and the waters ahead Figure 2 6 shows a set of hand signals recommended by the American Water Ski Association AWSA The skier the observ...

Page 31: ...boat 2 Thumb Down Slow down the boat 3 Cut Motor Stop Immediately stop boat Slashing motion over neck also used by dri ver or observer 7 4 Turn Turn the boat also used by driver Circle motion arms ove...

Page 32: ...s abaft your starboard beam ISOPHASE LIGHTED BUOY 9 G 4sec SPHERICAL MR RW SP G RW A ISOPHASE LIGHTED BUOY 4sec WHISTLE SIGNALS ONE LONG BLAST Warning signal Coming out of slip ONE SHORT BLAST Pass on...

Page 33: ...g The negative terminal of each battery is connected to the grounding studs of the main engine s This type of negative ground system is the approved system for marine DC electrical systems If you add...

Page 34: ...ion This will al low the engine alternator to recharge both batteries Battery Selector Switch Some models have a battery selector switch as optional equipment If your boat has a battery selector switc...

Page 35: ...his setting power will now be supplied to your engine 3 2 Battery Switch ON For cabin or accessory power place the switch in the ON position Power will now be supplied to your boat from the House batt...

Page 36: ...he copper based alloys and aluminum used in under water fittings therefore the anodes will deteriorate first and protect the more noble parts Metals commonly used in sacrificial anodes include aluminu...

Page 37: ...free of contamina tion Your fuel tanks should be kept full of fuel whenever possible This will reduce the amount of water condensation and reduce the possibility of contamination Ethanol infused gaso...

Page 38: ...with fresh water after each sanitizing Note If fresh water tastes like chlorine after sanitizing pour a so lution of 1 quart vinegar and 5 gallons of fresh water into the tank and allow solution to st...

Page 39: ...lding tank The preferred method to empty the tank is by using a dockside pump out station designed for sanitary removal of the waste If you empty the holding tank overboard the optional macerator grin...

Page 40: ...wa ter from sinks will go to a gray water holding tank Chaparral boats are equipped to have gray water pumped out at the marina Figure 3 4 Overboard Discharge Important Overboard discharge of untreate...

Page 41: ...alog tach signal the control box turns on and the trim tab be comes active At this time the boat operator can run the trim tabs up or down Turn off condition If the Lenco accessory input is connected...

Page 42: ...Plan View A C A A A A C B B A Optional 1 Freshwater Tank 2 Battery Selector Switch 3 Engine 4 Batteries 5 Vacuum Flush System Optional 6 Trim Pump Mercury 7 Blower 8 Fuel Tank 9 Bilge Pump 10 Water P...

Page 43: ...g or docking B Sling Locations C Trailering Eye 1 Freshwater Tank 2 Battery Selector Switch 3 Engine 4 Batteries 5 Vacuum Flush System Optional 6 Trim Pump Mercury 7 Blower 8 Fuel Tank 9 Bilge Pump 10...

Page 44: ...f motor box 11 Fuel Tank 12 Euro Manual Pump 285 SSX Deck Plan View A A A B B A C A C TYPICAL SSX PROFILE A Strong points for anchoring or docking B Sling locations C Trailering eye TYPICAL 285 SSX EN...

Page 45: ...ICAL SSX PROFILE A Strong points for anchoring or docking B Sling locations C Trailering eye 1 11 12 18 5 10 17 15 4 7 3 6 4 9 8 2 13 16 14 TYPICAL 287 SSX ENGINE COMPARTMENT LAYOUT TYPICAL 287 SSX EN...

Page 46: ...causes of problems Please refer to the quick reference information at the end of this section Your boat may be equipped with Faria or Veethree gauges Please verify which gauges are installed in your b...

Page 47: ...shut down your engine and determine the cause of the high temperature The trim gauge indicates the angle of the engine outdrive This gauge will assist in the planing and overall performance of your b...

Page 48: ...FIRE DO NOT OPEN ENGINE BOX OR COMPARTMENT SHUT DOWN ENGINE GENERATOR AND BLOWERS CONTINUOUSLY DISCHARGE ENTIRE CONTENTS OF AGENT PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHER THROUGH PORT IMMEDIATELY DO NOT OPEN ENGINE...

Page 49: ...r oily waste into or upon the navigable waters and contigu ous zones of the United States if such discharge causes a film or BILGE BLOWER The bilge blower controlled by a switch at the helm evacuates...

Page 50: ...ther models Note It is the boat owner s responsibility to manage battery voltage while using this feature to ensure battery batteries are not drained to a point where engine will not start ARCH WITH S...

Page 51: ...n a trailer Chaparral recommends that the tower stays in the upright installed position to avoid damage to the boat PN XTM001 This wakeboard tower should be used for towing wakeboard and ski devices o...

Page 52: ...n Press Enter Screen Reverses Color Defaults to Trim Engine to down stop Press Button Screen Changes to Press Down position is now stored 1 2 3 4 The UP screen will automatically appear Defaults to Tr...

Page 53: ...N OF YOUR CHOISE ERE S HOW TO CHANGE A SCREEN 0RESS 4 2 3CREEN TURNS BLACK 0RESS 7 UNTIL THE PARAMETER OF CHOISE APPEARS 0 4 0 4 0RESS 4 2 4HIS BECOMES YOUR NEW ENERIC 3CREEN 4HESE SCREENS CAN BE CHAN...

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Page 55: ...8 0 2 4 2 4 2 7 2 50 7 2 0 2 4 5 8 5 01 0 0 0 0 0 5 8 0 0 0 0 0 1 3 1 2 4 15 3 4 2 3 6 6 30 8 2 3 2 3 73 4 2 0 8 04 8 8 8 5 7 4 7 523 44 28 43 2 3 4 0 6 0 4 2 3 2 3 73 4 2 3 44 28 523 5 7 4 7 8 8 04 8...

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Page 58: ...croll through the available options Press the MODE button for longer than one second to make a selection Brightness Adjustment TACH only From the the Normal mode press the MODE button once Scroll unti...

Page 59: ...ed prior to moving to prevent carpet damage The type and size of the side supports or pads are very important Side supports run lengthwise to the boat and parallel to the keel Side sup ports should on...

Page 60: ...They work the same way as the brakes on a standard passen ger vehicle but the method of applying the brakes is different Your Chap arral or trailer dealer can explain how the brakes on your trailer wo...

Page 61: ...hing from trailers with bunks that are equipped with plastic like materials These materials make the bunk surfaces very slippery and the boat may begin to unload as soon as tension is released on the...

Page 62: ...er common reason for boats not centering themselves is putting the trailer too deep in the water which does not allow the trailer adequate time to center the boat This is especially true on roller sty...

Page 63: ...passengers to sit in the bow rider area if so equipped while underway doing so will obscure the operator s vision A shift in passenger weight changes the planing angle of the hull or the thrust of th...

Page 64: ...ken for the fuel fill cap Also make sure a fishing rod holder is not mistaken for a fuel fill plate 2 Your Chaparral boat has fittings for filling the fuel tank on each side of the boat Remove fuel fi...

Page 65: ...gine starts If engine fails to start wait one minute Move throttle only once to maximum position then back to the neutral position Try to start engine again Note Transmission must be in neutral positi...

Page 66: ...do Only a few seconds at full throt tle should be needed however the way your boat is loaded the wind and sea conditions affect the time required When the boat gets over the hump it reaches its planin...

Page 67: ...most adjustment brings the propeller in as close as possible to the transom The angle of the propel ler causes an upward thrust which pushes the boat s bow downward as shown on Figure 5 3 By gradually...

Page 68: ...hts of others Don t use thru hull exhaust unless you are well offshore WARNING Excessive trim decreases maneuverability changes steering characteristics and may cause porpoising bow oscillates up and...

Page 69: ...proper height If you can have one person at the stern and one person at the bow each with a boat hook and a mooring line attached to a cleat Never approach a dock at a speed at which you would not wa...

Page 70: ...d to the cleats on your boat while underway The lines must be coiled and placed where they cannot get tangled in deck gear or the propellers When you tie up run the mooring line from your boat around...

Page 71: ...nto the engine oil pan This will make the check more accurate 3 Pull engine oil dipstick out of its sleeve wipe clean and push dipstick back into the sleeve Make certain the dipstick is pushed all the...

Page 72: ...meet federal requirements Note Refer to your engine owner s manual for detailed information about checking and maintaining the fuel system The fuel system must be inspected frequently and maintained...

Page 73: ...l 4 Run engine for 20 to 30 minutes then check power steering fluid level If low add type A automatic transmission fluid to bring level up to FULL mark on the dipstick Note If engine is cold the corre...

Page 74: ...tch not making proper contact 3 Throttle lever in wrong position 4 Loose wire in starting circuit 5 Ignition switch defective 6 Defective solenoid 7 Dead battery 8 Battery switch in wrong position 1 R...

Page 75: ...f wet or dirty wipe with cloth and cleaning solvent Inspect cap for cracks carbonized paths inside and out replace cap as required Low cranking speed 1 Loose or dirty electrical connections or damaged...

Page 76: ...consumption 1 Restriction in flame arrestor 2 Faulty fuel pump 3 Dirty flame arrestor screen 4 Spark plugs bad or set improperly 5 Incorrect timing 1 Remove flame arrestor and clean 2 Repair or repla...

Page 77: ...ade and viscosity oil See Engine Owner Service Manual High oil pressure 1 Too heavey grade of oil 2 Dirt or obstruction in oil line 1 Drain oil and replace with proper grade See Engine Owner Service M...

Page 78: ...connections at sending or receiving unit 3 Worn or broken impeller in sea water pump 4 Clogged oil cooler 5 Exhaust lines plugged 6 Ignition timing late 7 Choke valve stuck closed carb only 8 Collapse...

Page 79: ...amaged hull bottom 1 Inspect propeller and replace if required 2 Pump out bilge area Inspect for causes related to excess water 3 Reduce load or redistribute load 4 Inspect clean or repair as required...

Page 80: ...re not recommended for routine maintenance Gelcoat surfaces are very resistant to deep stains To remove minor stains wash the affected area with a soft cloth and household deter gent Then rinse thorou...

Page 81: ...c matter in the water To protect and repaint the boat bottom perform the following Remove boat from water once a year Scrub bottom with a soap and water solution and a bristled brush Note Repainting t...

Page 82: ...own er s packet has more detailed information provided by the manufacturer Follow the manufacturer s recommendations for cleaning and stain re moval Ensure all snap in carpets are stowed prior to trai...

Page 83: ...rine dealers Allow all canvas to air dry before storing Never store canvas damp or wet Provide proper ventilation to limit the possibility of mildew Avoid mooring under trees Do not tow your boat with...

Page 84: ...hey have large capacities Be sure to position slings as indicated by the diagrams in Chapter 3 Do not use deck cleats or bow or stern eyes for lifting the boat Be sure boat remains level while being l...

Page 85: ...erization This needs to be COMPLETELY flushed before use the following spring Note Chaparral strongly recommends having a qualified dealer per form winterization procedures for your boat ENGINE Import...

Page 86: ...lation 3 Check charge on battery Recharge or replace if necessary 4 Inspect all battery wiring Repair or replace if necessary 5 Attach battery cables and tighten cable clamps 6 Apply petroleum jelly o...

Page 87: ...r area in which vessels may anchor Toward the stern An object that is aft of a boat is said to be astern of the boat Across Aweigh Aye Bail Ballast Beacon Beam Bearing Belay Below Bend Berth Bilge Bol...

Page 88: ...d west The inside lining of the hull Government paper such as a boat s license A map of a body of water that contains piloting informa tion Chine Cleat Clinker Coaming Coast Guard Cockpit Companionway...

Page 89: ...d chafing cushioning or padding used in a shipping con tainer to protect fragile articles against shock and break age baggage or personal effects An outgoing tide An inlet or arm of the sea Fathom Fen...

Page 90: ...nce The permanently positioned fore and aft backbone mem ber of a boat s hull To bend a line Also a unit of speed equal to one nautical mile 6 076 10 feet an hour Launch Lee Leeward Leeway List LOA Lo...

Page 91: ...rately in the boat 2 outside or away from a vessel s hull opposite of inboard A propulsion system for boats with an inboard motor op erating an exterior drive with driveshaft gears and pro peller also...

Page 92: ...n the theoretical and the ac tual distance that a propeller advances when turning in water under load The cabin or cockpit floor A channel marker that looks like a tall slender pole The vessel with th...

Page 93: ...es The intersection of a vessel s hull and the water s surface the line separating the bottom paint and the topsides Movement of a vessel through the water Technically it is underway when not at ancho...

Page 94: ...meter and greater than 1 16 in depth Original Purchaser Consumer s who purchase a new Chaparral boat retail from an authorized Chaparral dealer Subsequent Purchaser Purchaser s who acquire a used Chap...

Page 95: ...he original and first subsequent purchaser who has registered the transfer with Chaparral in the manner provided above for a period of one year from the date of delivery to the Original Purchaser that...

Page 96: ...conditions exclusions and limitations discussed below Chaparral warrants to only the Original Purchaser of a new boat that for a period of two 2 years from the date of delivery Chaparral will repair o...

Page 97: ...g revocation of acceptance or rescission whether express or implied must be filed within one 1 year after the cause of action has occurred regardless of the time remaining in the warranty period under...

Page 98: ...rsepower and or capacity recommendations 5 Any boat used or once used for racing boat clubs yacht clubs law enforcement military rental charter or commercial purposes 6 Any boat that has been subject...

Page 99: ...ssigned to the owner to the extent permitted by the accessory or component manufacturer as the owner s sole and exclusive remedy with respect to such items Please note that coverage under any of these...

Page 100: ...ify boats built prior to such changes 3 Chaparral will discharge its obligations under this warranty as rapidly as possible but cannot guarantee any specified completion date due to the different natu...

Page 101: ...rchase of the boat from the original purchaser including the model and hull identification number and 3 the warranty transfer fee as follows Free for a boat properly registered as a Dealer Demo Boat 5...

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