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Section 3
Cuddy Cabin
Docking lights are to be used for docking only. It is
illegal to use your docking lights while cruising.
14. SWITCH LEDs -
The LEDs will illuminate if the
switch is ON.
15. CIRCUIT BREAKERS -
These are the breakers
for helm labeled protected device. These breakers
will activate if overloaded and cut power to the
switch. To restore power, turn off the device and
push the breaker button in and release. If the button
continues to pop out when the device is used, see
your authorized Cobalt dealer. Your boat may not
be equipped with all of these features or options.
16. IGNITION -
Each engine has its separate
ignition switch. In dual engine applications, the left
switch is for the port engine, and the right switch is
for the starboard engine.
17. HORN -
This switch activates the horn. Press
the switch to activate.
18. TILT STEERING RELEASE LEVER -
Adjusts
the steering wheel angle to a comfortable operating
position when the boat is not moving.
19. ACCESSORY -
These switches are available to
operate a switched accessory items.
20. STEREO REMOTE CONTROL -
(standard on
dash, transom mount, optional) - This panel
provides remote control of the stereo system from
the helm.
21. DIMMER SWITCH -
Controls the intensity of
the gauge cluster lighting.
22. 12 VOLT ACCESSORY POWER
RECEPTACLE -
Your Cobalt boat is equipped with
a 12 volt accessory power receptacle. The
receptacle provides electricity to operate 12 VDC
accessory items. Limit the accessory to 10 Amps.
23. IGNITION SAFETY SWITCH
Your Cobalt boat is equipped with an ignition safety
switch located on the lower lip of the helm. The
ignition safety switch and lanyard will stop the
engine(s) in case of an emergency. Attach the
lanyard to the boat operator whenever the engine is
running, but be aware there will be a loss of boat
control if the switch is activated. If the operator is
thrown from the seat or moves too far from the
helm, the lanyard will become disconnected from
the ignition safety switch, shutting off the engine.
1 – Ignition Safety Switch
2 – Lanyard
3 – Hook
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WARNING
Avoid injury, death or explosion.
• Check engine compartment for
gasoline or vapors.
• Operate blower for four minutes.
• Verify blower operation.
• Run blower below cruising speed.
CAUTION
Avoid injury, death or damage to
equipment. Do not allow your boat to be
operated without the proper use of the
ignition safety switch and lanyard.
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