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Page 1: ...in every boat that comes down the line Review this Owner s Manual for your boat We have assembled this manual to inform you about your Nautique and educate you further on boating Please pay particular attention to the safety statements labeled as DANGER WARNING CAUTION and NOTICE These statements alert you to possible safety hazards to avoid so you can have a safer boating experience There are als...

Page 2: ...uilt and the final two digits of the boat model year A boat built in July 2006 is actually a 2007 model boat Example A boat with 607 as the last digits indicates the boat was built in 2006 but it is a 2007 model boat Hull HIN ___________________________________________________________ Date Purchased _________________________________________________ Dealer Phone ____________________________________...

Page 3: ...ectors No leaks or damage Electrical Equipment Lights horn pumps etc Safety Equipment Fire extinguisher bailer paddle anchor and line mooring lines signaling device tool kit first aid kit first aid manual Personal Flotation Devices for all occupants Float Plan submitted to Responsible Person Verbal or written Check Before You Start Your Engine Fuel Sufficient for trip check bilge area for gas odor...

Page 4: ...to the boat if the boat is operated in the state of California and or bordering waters KC 0206 B A wide variety of components used on this vessel contain or emit chemicals knows to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects and other reproductive harm EXAMPLES INCLUDE TO AVOID HARM Engine and generator exhaust Engine and generator fuel and other liquids such as coolants and oil espe...

Page 5: ...ative reference views Some illustrations may also show optional accessories which may or may not be available for your boat Many optional accessories can only be installed at the time the boat is manufactured and cannot be installed by your dealer Your dealer will be happy to provide details on installing accessories CORC001 BOW DRAFT FREEBOARD GUNWALE STERN WATERLINE AFT FORWARD HELM BEAM TRANSOM...

Page 6: ...ion Lights 1 18 Horn or Whistle 1 18 Fire Extinguisher 1 18 Visual Distress Signals 1 18 Recommended Safety Equipment 1 20 Emergency Stop Switch and Lanyard 1 21 Emergencies 1 22 Fire Explosion 1 22 Capsizing and Swamping 1 23 Collisions 1 23 Grounding 1 23 Water Rescue Man Overboard 1 23 Medical Emergency 1 24 Operation Failure 1 24 Hazardous Conditions 1 24 Shallow Water Operation 1 24 Weeds 1 2...

Page 7: ...6 Deck Layout 3 14 Standard and Optional Equipment 3 16 Controls and Indicators 4 1 Steering 4 1 Hydro Gate Control and SportShift 4 2 Shifter Throttle 4 4 Emergency Stop Switch 4 5 Standard Dash Pod 210 211 4 6 Gauges 4 6 Speedometer Calibration 4 8 Control Switches 4 8 12 Volt Port 4 10 Ignition Keyswitch 4 11 Smart Pod Limited or Team 4 11 Gauges 4 11 Control Switches 4 12 12 Volt Port 4 16 Da ...

Page 8: ...laning 6 5 Pre Operation Checks 6 6 Flooded Engine 6 11 Break In Procedure 6 13 Propeller Selection 6 13 Shifting 6 14 Steering 6 14 Stopping 6 15 Docking 6 15 Running 7 1 Maneuvering Techniques 7 2 Tow Pattern 7 3 Freezing Temperatures 7 4 Anchoring 7 4 Dropping Anchor 7 5 Weighing Pulling In Anchor 7 6 Performance Boating 7 7 Propellers 7 7 Care and Maintenance 8 1 General Maintenance 8 1 Engine...

Page 9: ...0 7 Security 10 7 Towing Your Boat 10 8 Long Trips 10 8 Glossary G 1 Warranty W 1 CORRECT CRAFT LIMITED WARRANTY W 1 Lifetime Limited Warranty W 1 Transferable Lifetime Limited Warranty W 1 Boat Five 5 Year Transferable Limited Warranty W 2 Gel Coat Three 3 Year Non transferable Limited Warranty W 2 Engine Warranty W 2 Request for Transfer of Warranty on Parts W 5 Request for Warranty Transfer of ...

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Page 11: ...re to these warnings may result in severe injury or death to you and or others Look before you turn the boat As a boater you are obligated to maintain a course and speed unless it is safe to alter course and speed Look before you turn Improper operation of the boat is extremely dangerous Operators must read and understand all operating manuals supplied with the boat before operation On board equip...

Page 12: ...n monoxide may be present DO NOT replace your boat s marine parts with automotive parts DO NOT remove or modify any components of the fuel system except for maintenance by qualified personnel Tampering with fuel components may cause a hazardous condition DO NOT wrap ski lines or mooring lines around any body part which may become entangled in the line if you fall overboard and the boat is moving K...

Page 13: ... the boat General Precautions Your safety the safety of your passengers and other boaters are among your responsibilities as operator of this boat Your boat must be in compliance with USCG safety equipment regulations You should know how to react correctly to adverse weather conditions have good navigation skills and follow the Rules of the Road as defined by the USCG and state county local regula...

Page 14: ...fe for you and others and that the boat will not be damaged or made unsafe as a result of your decision REMEMBER USE COMMON SENSE WHEN OPERATING YOUR BOAT Section 1 Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoid...

Page 15: ...g or one becomes damaged contact your Nautique dealer for immediate replacement Tow Pylon Engine Inside Box and on Fuel Tank Water Strainer Fuel Fill Throttle Control Transom Warning Cross Member Boarding Platform Engine CORC010 CORC092 WARNING BEFORE OPERATING ENGINE INSPECT FOR LEAKAGE If leakage is present do not operate engine CORC006 CORC008 CORC091 CORC216 CORC007 CORC004 Boating Safety Naut...

Page 16: ...ising speed A spinning propeller or carbon monoxide fumes can cause serious injury or death Do not start or run engine while anyone is on or near the boarding platform Do not operate this boat without a Correct Craft Inc boarding platform secured in place DANGER WARNING CORC009 CORC064 WARNING DO NOT ATTEMPT TO START OR OPERATE ENGINE WITH FLAME ARRESTOR REMOVED CORC093 CORC094 Avoid personal inju...

Page 17: ... the boat and never operate the boat unless the lanyard is securely attached to the driver Always empty all ballast systems before lifting or trailering boat To insure safe use and maintenance of this boat read and understand the owners manual thoroughly If you do not have a manual contact Correct Craft Inc 14700 Aerospace PKY Orlando FL 32809 407 855 4141 ski skinautique com Correct Craft Inc ins...

Page 18: ...o ensure that the operator of the boat has been properly instructed in the lawful and safe operation of this vessel Therefore before operating the boat read this owner operator manual Be sure you understand each item before operating it Improper operation or trailering of the boat could lead to severe damage and or injury At the time of delivery the owner operator is responsible for Understanding ...

Page 19: ...ms Providing safety training for the passengers Having at least one other passenger who is capable of handling the boat in an emergency Maintaining a proper lookout by sight and hearing Avoiding use of alcohol and other drugs Providing assistance to other boaters Registration Documentation The USCG requires that all power boats operated on the navigable waters of the U S must be registered in the ...

Page 20: ...fore attempting high speed operation Some states require youths 16 years of age and younger to complete a boating safety course before operating any watercraft Many others require operators under the age of 18 to be licensed in small boat operation Boat smart from the start take a boating safety course and get a free vessel safety check annually for your boat For more information contact United St...

Page 21: ...orities for information Overloading DO NOT overload your boat Your boat is equipped with a required capacity plate indicating the maximum acceptable load as determined by the manufacturer following certain Federal guidelines If in doubt contact your Nautique dealer 211 and 220 210 230 and 236 CORC021 CORC201 2200 14 Nautique 236 2200 CORRECT CRAFT INC 14700 AEROSPACE PKY ORLANDO FL 32839 An overlo...

Page 22: ...cial care must be used in any other than normal conditions Check the capacity plate on your boat and abide by these limits NOTICE Correct Craft Inc installs permanent wake enhancement ballast tanks called the Nautique Launch Control System in some models The full weight of this system has already been considered in the boat weight and therefore does not influence maximum capacity unlike portable b...

Page 23: ...as well as his her own safety The operator should ensure that all passengers are properly and securely seated in appropriate seating locations before starting While the engine is running and during the boat mooring all occupants should be properly seated DO NOT sit on the engine box seat backs boarding platform or gunnels You could fall overboard and be hit by the propeller DO NOT allow objects ar...

Page 24: ...g boating alcohol and other drugs result in many marine accidents and deaths These substances increase your reaction time and impair your judgment Combined with the sun wind waves and noise of other watercraft the effects of drugs are increased and will significantly increase your reaction time As the owner operator you are responsible for the alcohol drug use and onboard behavior of your passenge...

Page 25: ...any individual in danger if such assistance can be provided safely Failure to render assistance can result in a fine and or imprisonment The 1971 Boating Safety Act grants protection to a Good Samaritan boater providing good faith assistance and absolves a boater from any civil liability arising from such assistance Required Safety Equipment The Federal Boat Safety Act of 1971 FBSA 71 established ...

Page 26: ...t PFDs are effective on all waters especially open rough water Type II Buoyant Vest Good for calm water near shore on most inland waters where quick rescue is likely Type III Flotation Aid Good for most inland water applications where quick rescue is likely Comes in various styles and some are designed for water sport activities Type V Hybrid PFD Inflatable design for special use activities and ma...

Page 27: ... time on the water can be the safest possible At the beginning of each season check PFDs for damage and test for proper flotation Refer to the PFD manufacturer s information All boats over 16 feet 4 8 meters in length must carry one USCG approved Type IV throwable lifesaving device such as a ring buoy or buoyant cushion To meet requirements each lifesaving device must have a current legible USCG a...

Page 28: ...ocation and operating procedure for each fire extinguisher Check fire extinguisher regularly for condition and state of charge 1 Overcharge 2 Recharge Portable Fire Extinguisher Visual Distress Signals All boats over 16 feet 4 8 meters must have onboard day and night visual distress signals when operating on coastal waters the Great Lakes territorial seas or those waters directly connected to them...

Page 29: ...GE FLAG RED DISTRESS FLARE HAND ORANGE SMOKE SIGNAL HAND USE DAY AND NIGHT O S S VISUAL DISTRESS SIGNALS USE DAY AND NIGHT USE NIGHT ONLY DYE MARKER USE DAY ONLY ARMS SIGNALS USE BRIGHT CLOTH KC 0082 USE DAY ONLY ELECTRIC DISTRESS LIGHT RED METEOR FLARE USE DAY ONLY USE DAY ONLY Pyrotechnic signaling devices can cause fire and or explosion death serious injury and property damage if improperly han...

Page 30: ...t and manual Anchor with at least 75 feet 23 meters of line Mooring lines and fenders Bailing device bucket hand pump Combination oar boat hook Local charts and compass Day night distress signals Waterproof flashlight and spare batteries Cellular phone Binoculars Portable AM FM radio with weather band Lubricant Tool kit Spare propeller and mounting hardware Spare fuses Spare keys Sunglasses and su...

Page 31: ...reventing it from functioning Avoid accidentally pulling the lanyard during normal operation Loss of engine power means loss of most steering control Also without engine power the boat could slow rapidly This could cause people and objects in the boat to be thrown forward There are practical limitations to what the emergency stop switch and lanyard can do It can take several seconds for the engine...

Page 32: ...yards 23 meters upwind from the boat and use the visual distress signals to get assistance Onboard fires involving the fuel system usually result in either an explosion that completely destroys the boat or the boat burning to the waterline and self extinguishing Deciding on abandoning the boat or staying to fight the fire is difficult and depends on many factors Try to formulate a fire plan in adv...

Page 33: ...engers call or signal for assistance Collisions If a collision occurs immediately account for all passengers Assess the hull for damage and activate the bilge pumps to reduce any water intake Try to operate the boat to keep the damaged area above water If necessary call or signal for assistance Grounding In the event you run aground assess the situation before proceeding Immediately stop any water...

Page 34: ...ter hazards Shallow Water Operation Operating in shallow water presents a number of hazards If a vibration is noticed after striking an object it may indicate a damaged propeller shaft or propeller Sand bars in narrow inlets are constantly shifting making it difficult to mark them with buoys Tides in coastal areas affect water levels producing sand bars Sometimes sand bars are indicated by waves a...

Page 35: ...odically while you are boating A change in wave height wind direction and speed indicates deteriorating weather Take common sense precautions if you are forced to operate your boat in stormy conditions Wear PFDs Reduce speed and head for a safe place that you can easily reach If you lose power keep the boat headed into the waves by using the anchor It is best to avoid operating your boat in foggy ...

Page 36: ... the area Skin Diver Warning Flag Watch for swimmers Swimming areas may not be marked Steer clear from the area and remain alert KC 0250C USED BY RECREATIONAL DIVERS INDICATES DIVER S POSITION WORLDWIDE VESSELS ENGAGED IN DIVING OPERATIONS DOES NOT INDICATE DIVER S POSITION INDICATES FELLOW BOATER IS IN NEED OF ASSISTANCE KC 0352C a DIVERS FLAG ALPHA FLAG DISTRESS FLAG RED BLUE ORANGE Naut Air Sec...

Page 37: ...nspection operation and maintenance hazardous levels of CO may still be present in occupied spaces under certain conditions Have a suspected CO victim deeply breathe fresh air and immediately seek medical attention KC 0260C Exposure to carbon monoxide CO can cause death or serious injury Gasoline engines produce carbon monoxide CO CO is colorless odorless and dangerous Direct and prolonged exposur...

Page 38: ...nching the boat in a new body of water Fuel Oil Spillage The spilling of fuel or oil into our waterways contaminates the environment and is dangerous to wildlife DO NOT discharge or dispose of fuel oil or other chemicals into the water it is prohibited and you can be fined These are three common accidental types of discharge During initial fueling of a nearly empty tank Overfilling the fuel tanks ...

Page 39: ...ise radio noise or even voices Many bodies of water have adopted noise limits Music and loud conversation can carry a considerable distance on water especially at night Be sure to follow regulations and be courteous Wake Wash Be alert for NO WAKE zones Prior to entering a no wake zone come off plane to the slowest steerable speed Use caution when operating around smaller crafts in channels and mar...

Page 40: ...ders are obligated to be aware of the same fundamental safety rules as operators If you are new to water skiing seek certified training before starting You will find it especially helpful to join a local ski club World Wakeboard Association and or the USA Water Ski when possible Always remember that the majority of water skiing injuries are the result of impacts with other objects Always look wher...

Page 41: ...a moving boat can be fatal Nautiques by Correct Craft DOES NOT consider any dangerous activities which can result in a serious injury or death a watersport Nautiques by Correct Craft is concerned for all boaters safety and DOES NOT promote unsafe boating risks or jeopardizing any boaters safety DO NOT use the boarding platform for any other purpose than boarding the boat or preparation of entering...

Page 42: ...n a way that can and too often does lead to death That is why it is so important to the Coast Guard that in every circumstance where it can be avoided it is General Watersport Precautions DO NOT ski in shallow water close to shore or in water where you do not know the depth or what is beneath the surface DO NOT put your arm head or any other part of your body through the handle bridle of the ski l...

Page 43: ... operator should never retrieve or pick up an article from the water while the engine is running The engine MUST be shut OFF The operator should always keep the skier in view when the skier is entering or exiting the boat Communicate skiing speed with the skier before starting The operator should know the ability level of the skier The skier should indicate he she is clear of the boat prior to sta...

Page 44: ... boat always do so from the boarding platform Always inspect watersports equipment for wear fraying etc before use DO NOT use if they show signs of wear or fraying When approaching a skier always turn the engine off before allowing the skier to come onboard This will keep a propeller that is rotating under engine power from injuring the skier Be sure to approach a downed skier on the operator s si...

Page 45: ...ncrease your enjoyment of the sport follow the Watersports Responsibility Code It is your responsibility to Familiarize yourself with all applicable laws the risks inherent in the sport and the proper use of equipment Know the waterways where you will be skiing or riding DO NOT ski or ride in shallow water near shore docks pilings swimmers or other watercraft Always have a person other than the bo...

Page 46: ... and at speeds appropriate for your ability Always turn ignition off when anyone is near watercraft power drive unit Avoid CO poisoning Never drag within 20 feet 6 1 m behind a moving watercraft DO NOT operate watercraft ski or ride under the influence of alcohol or drugs Naut Air Sec 1_2008 qxd Naut Air Sec 1 qxd 6 24 08 3 05 PM Page 1 36 ...

Page 47: ...eral Waterway Marking System FWMS used on coastal waters and rivers and maintained by the USCG In addition the FWMS has two modified systems the Western River Buoyage and the Intercoastal Waterway Buoyage Be sure to check with local authorities on the buoyage system in use The type of hazard warning buoys and markers depends on the area of jurisdiction Check with local boating authorities The only...

Page 48: ...them The USWMS Cardinal System is used when there is no well defined channel or where an obstruction may be approached from more than one direction With the cardinal system Pass north or east of BLACK TOPPED WHITE buoy Pass south or west of RED TOPPED WHITE buoy RED and WHITE VERTICALLY STRIPED buoy indicates boat should pass outside of the buoy away from shore KC 0412C BLUE Section 2 Naut Air Sec...

Page 49: ...re passed on the starboard right side of the vessel when proceeding from open water into port and green buoys to the port left side The right side starboard of the channel is marked with RED even numbered buoys The left port side of the channel is marked with GREEN odd numbered buoys CONTROLLED AREA DANGER BOATS KEEP OUT INFORMATION DO NOT PASS BETWEEN SHORE AND BUOY SPECIAL PURPOSE NAVIGATE TO ST...

Page 50: ...is to the left of the buoy a GREEN top band means the preferred channel is to the right of the buoy Day markers are colored and numbered the same as buoys RED triangular day markers with even numbers mark the starboard side of the channel GREEN square day markers with odd numbers mark the port side of the channel SPHERICAL SAFE WATER MARKER KC 0430 RED UNLIGHTED BELL BUOY LIGHTED BUOY CAN BUOY SPA...

Page 51: ...and pass to his stern Privileged Boats Privileged boats have right of way and can hold course and speed Sailboats and boats paddled or rowed have the right of way over motor boats Sailboats under power are considered motorboats Small pleasure craft must yield to large commercial boats in narrow channels Burdened Boats The burdened boat is the boat that must make whatever adjustment to course and s...

Page 52: ...t must hold course and speed The burdened boat keeps clear and passes behind the privileged boat Boats going up and down a river have the privilege over boats crossing the river Crossing CORC017 GIVE WAY BURDENED VESSEL DANGER ZONE STAND ON PRIVILEGED VESSEL 12 O CLOCK 4 O CLOCK Naut Air Sec 2_2008 qxd Naut Air Sec 2 qxd 6 24 08 3 08 PM Page 2 6 ...

Page 53: ...wever if both boats are on the left side of the channel each vessel should sound two short blasts and pass starboard to starboard Meeting Head On PASSING PORT TO PORT MEETING HEAD TO HEAD PASSING STARBOARD TO STARBOARD CORC018 HONK HONK HONK HONK HONK HONK Basic Rules of the Road Naut Air Sec 2_2008 qxd Naut Air Sec 2 qxd 6 24 08 3 08 PM Page 2 7 ...

Page 54: ...any adjustments necessary to keep out of the way of the stand on boat The stand on boat should hold its course and speed Overtaking CORC019 HONK LONG HONK LONG STAND ON PRIVILEGED VESSEL BEING OVERTAKEN GIVE WAY BURDENED VESSEL OVERTAKING Naut Air Sec 2_2008 qxd Naut Air Sec 2 qxd 6 24 08 3 08 PM Page 2 8 ...

Page 55: ...en sunset and sunrise hours vary by state must use navigational lights Nighttime operation especially during bad weather or fog can be dangerous All Rules of the Road apply at night but it is best to slow down and stay clear of all boats regardless of who has right of way Protect your night vision by avoiding bright lights and have a passenger if possible help keep watch for other boats water haza...

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Page 57: ...epower Range 343 to 390 Gear Reduction Ratio 1 48 1 Maximum Factory Ballast Capacity 906 lbs 411 kg Weights are estimates and can vary from options and equipment added 211 Length Overall 20 9 6 32 m Length with Platform 23 1 7 04 m Lifting Ring Spacing 19 8 5 99 m Beam 93 2 36 m Draft 28 0 71 m Approximate Dry Weight 3 500 lbs 1 589 kg Fuel Capacity 38 Gallons 143 8 L Maximum Capacity 10 People 1 ...

Page 58: ...85 kg Weights are estimates and can vary from options and equipment added 230 236 Length Overall 23 1 5 7 05 m Length with Platform 25 4 5 7 73 m Lifting Ring Spacing 22 0 25 6 71 m Beam 100 5 2 55 m Draft 29 0 74 m Approximate Dry Weight 4 300 lbs 1 952 kg Fuel Capacity 51 Gallons 193 1 L Maximum Capacity 16 People 2 300 lbs 1 043 kg Horsepower Range 343 to 390 Gear Reduction Ratio 1 48 1 Maximum...

Page 59: ...14 SportShift Hydro Gate Control Handle 15 Shift Safety Lock out Umbrella 16 Neutral Warm up Button 17 Emergency Stop Switch 18 Ballast Tank s Level Gauges 19 Automatic Bilge Panel 20 Steering Wheel Tilt Lever NOTICE A full description of the gauges and switches and their functions is discussed in Section 4 Smart Pod Limited or Team and Ignition and Switch Panel 12V 12V CORC140 WATER E F 1 2 WATER...

Page 60: ...e 14 Emergency Stop Switch 15 Shifter Throttle Control Handle 16 Shift Safety Lock Out Umbrella 17 Neutral Warm Up Button 18 Automatic Bilge Panel 19 Ballast Tank s Level Gauges 20 Steering Wheel Tilt Lever NOTICE A full description of the gauges and switches and their functions is discussed in Section 4 CORC208 FIREEXTING UISHER SYSTEM Armedwhen lightison SeeOwners Manual STA RT 12V 2200 14 Nauti...

Page 61: ...lge Area Blower 11 Horn 12 System Indicator Light 13 Ignition Indicator Light NOTICE If your boat is not equipped with the features on the Ignition and Switch Panel Switch buttons the button will not have a function A full description of the key pad keys and switch buttons and their functions is discussed in Section 4 Smart Pod Limited or Team Control Switches and Ballast Tank Control Switches STA...

Page 62: ...3 6 Section 3 Keys 1 Fuel Tank Fill Cap Key 2 Hatch Latch Key CORC027 1 2 Naut Air Sec 3_2008 qxd Naut Air Sec 3 qxd 6 25 08 4 26 PM Page 6 ...

Page 63: ...3 7 NOTES 210 211 220 230 and 236 Naut Air Sec 3_2008 qxd Naut Air Sec 3 qxd 6 25 08 4 26 PM Page 7 ...

Page 64: ...Section 3 3 8 210 Deck Layout CORC214 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 3 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 31 21 10 22 25 23 24 26 28 27 29 30 Naut Air Sec 3_2008 qxd Naut Air Sec 3 qxd 6 25 08 4 26 PM Page 8 ...

Page 65: ...ing Pop Up Pylon Combo 18 Engine Cover Latch 19 Engine Cooling Water Intake Shut off Valve 20 Starboard Port Ballast Tank Water Intake Drain Valves Belly Tank Water Intake Drain Valve 21 Port Ballast Tank Vent 22 Fuel Tank Vent 23 Flight Control Tower Watersports Tow Point 24 Aft Facing Flip Up Seat 25 Flight Control Tower 26 Operator s Pedestal Seat Adjustment 27 Love Observers Seat Storage Acces...

Page 66: ...10 Section 3 211 Deck Layout CORC088 2 1 CORC141 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 15 16 18 20 30 21 11 23 22 22 26 27 24 25 28 29 22 4 14 17 19 Naut Air Sec 3_2008 qxd Naut Air Sec 3 qxd 6 25 08 4 26 PM Page 10 ...

Page 67: ...e Shutoff Valve 21 Starboard and Port Ballast Tank Water Intake Drain Valves Belly Tank Water Intake Drain Valve 22 Storage 23 Fuel Tank Vent 24 Watersports Tow Point 25 Flight Control Tower 26 Love Seat Storage Access Cooler 27 Operator s Pedestal Seat Adjustment 28 Flight Clips 29 Glove Box Stereo Auxiliary Input 12V Port 30 Battery Selector Switch The primary battery is located in the port aft ...

Page 68: ...Section 3 220 Deck Layout CORC172 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 9 9 9 13 14 14 34 17 18 15 10 11 12 3 25 11 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 16 19 20 21 22 23 24 26 Naut Air Sec 3_2008 qxd Naut Air Sec 3 qxd 6 25 08 4 26 PM Page 12 ...

Page 69: ...gine Cooling Water Intake Shut off Valve 23 Starboard and Port Ballast Tank Water Intake Drain Valves Belly Tank Water Intake Drain Valve 24 Port Ballast Tank Vent 25 Fuel Tank Vent 26 Flight Control Tower Watersports Tow Point 27 Built in Cooler Storage Tower Step 28 Flight Control Tower 29 Operator s Pedestal Seat Adjustment 30 Love Observer s Seat Storage Access Removable Cooler 31 Flight Contr...

Page 70: ...3 14 Section 3 230 236 Deck Layout 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 4 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 15 15 21 18 22 12 23 24 25 26 3 CORC213 Naut Air Sec 3_2008 qxd Naut Air Sec 3 qxd 6 25 08 4 26 PM Page 14 ...

Page 71: ...y Selector Switch 15 Trunk Storage Access 16 Anchor Light Receptacle not included with Flight Control Tower option 17 Aft Built In Cooler 18 Transom Lifting Eyes 19 Rudder Shaft Remote Lube Fitting 20 Pop Up Water Sports Tow Point 21 Boarding Platform 22 Port Ballast Tank Vent 23 Fuel Tank Vent 24 Starboard and Port Ballast Tank Water Intake Drain Valves Belly Tank Water Intake Drain Valve 25 Love...

Page 72: ...t s use safety and maintenance information can be covered in this manual You will find most of the standard and optional equipment in this manual in the section pertaining to its use and function in Section 4 Make sure you read and understand this manual and all the other manufacturers literature provided in your Skipper s Kit to maximize the benefits and uses this equipment has to offer If you ha...

Page 73: ... wheel to maintain full boat control The steering wheel is equipped with a tilt lever to adjust the wheel angle to a comfortable operating position when the boat is not moving RELEASE LEVER CORC133 Improperly maintained controls are hazardous and may cause sudden loss of control Make sure all steering and shift throttle hardware cables and fluid levels are regularly inspected and maintained Improp...

Page 74: ...helm s starboard side fore and disengaged by moving the lever aft When the SportShift lever is pushed forward the Hydro Gate is engaged creating maximum lift for a wake with a well defined crest and shallower ramp When the SportShift lever is pushed aft the Hydro Gate is disengaged raised allowing your boat to sit deeper in the water creating the maximum wake with a steep ramp The SportShift lever...

Page 75: ...4 3 Controls and Indicators CORC143 CORC142B W A K E B O A R D Naut Air Sec 4_2008 qxd Naut Air Sec 4 qxd 6 24 08 3 54 PM Page 3 ...

Page 76: ...and increase the engine RPM Moving the throttle lever backward will engage REVERSE gear in the transmission and also increase the engine RPM FORWARD SHIFT RANGE REVERSE SHIFT RANGE IDLE IDLE SAFETY LOCK OUT UMBRELLA NEUTRAL FORWARD THROTTLE RANGE REVERSE THROTTLE RANGE FULL THROTTLE NEUTRAL LOCKOUT FULL THROTTLE CORC0223 DO NOT shift too quickly from FORWARD to REVERSE Stay in NEUTRAL or idle posi...

Page 77: ...om the helm the lanyard will become disconnected from the switch shutting off the engine Refer to Section 1 for more information To attach a lanyard connect the clip to the emergency stop switch and the hook to a strong piece of clothing on the operator such as a belt loop NOTICE The engine will not start unless the emergency stop switch is attached LANYARD HOOK EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH CLIP CORC0224...

Page 78: ...13 volts With the engine running at cruising speeds and above it should show 13 to 14 5 volts Have your Nautique dealer check the charging system if the voltmeter reads outside these normal ranges Temp Indicates the engine coolant temperature Refer to the engine manual for normal operating temperature After starting the engine check your temperature gauge for abnormally high readings If the readin...

Page 79: ... maintenance Speedometer Your Nautique is equipped with a precision speedometer by Faria This gauge registers forward speed in miles per hour optional kilometers per hour The speedometer is equipped with an adjustment knob to calibrate speedometer accuracy You can also use this gauge to monitor fuel consumption and propeller performance Engine Warning Light Indicates high engine temperature If lig...

Page 80: ...mpartment Bilge Area Blower The BLOWER switch activates the engine compartment ventilation blower to remove explosive fumes from the area The blower is turned on by pressing and releasing the BLOWER switch Press again to turn off The blower must be operated for a minimum of four minutes each time before starting the engines or generator In addition the blower should be operated continuously when a...

Page 81: ...after sunset and before dawn when the boat is not moving Bilge Pump The BILGE switch turns on the bilge pump to remove excess water from the bottom of the boat When you turn the switch on the pumps will operate and run for several moments to sense if there is water in the bilge If there is water in the bilge the pumps remain on until the water is pumped out If there is no water in the bilge the pu...

Page 82: ...is pressed and will stop when the button is released Engine Warning Light This light indicates low engine oil pressure The light should come on when the ignition switch is in the ON position and the engine is not running If it stays on or comes on while you are operating the boat the light is indicating a problem Turn the engine OFF Refer to the engine manual for additional information Heater Swit...

Page 83: ...g above 12 5 volts indicates a fully charged battery With the engine running at idle the gauge should read between 12 5 and 13 volts With the engine running at cruising speeds and above it should show 13 to 14 5 volts Have your Nautique dealer check the charging system if the voltmeter reads outside these normal ranges Temp Indicates the engine coolant temperature Refer to the engine manual for no...

Page 84: ...ision speedometer by Faria This gauge registers forward speed in miles per hour optional kilometers per hour The speedometer is equipped with an adjustment knob to calibrate speedometer accuracy You can also use this gauge to monitor fuel consumption and propeller performance Engine Warning Light Indicates high engine temperature If light illuminates stop engine and investigate for cause V Drive W...

Page 85: ...f the heater is running at any of the three speeds Courtesy Docking Lights Press and release for courtesy lights press and hold from this position to turn docking lights on with courtesy lights To turn the courtesy lights and the docking lights off press and release Docking lights only from the OFF position press and hold until the docking lights are on and release to turn off press and release NO...

Page 86: ...avigation lights and the indicator light for this button will illuminate A press and slight hold will only turn on the anchor light and cause the indicator light to flash A press and release of the key turns off both of the lights Blocking navigation lights can cause death or serious injury DO NOT block the navigation lights Explosion and fire hazard from gasoline vapors can cause death or serious...

Page 87: ...ill turn on periodically to determine if there is water in the bilge If so they will remain on until the water is pumped out The bilge switch must be turned on for this feature to operate This will not drain significant power from the battery unless the bilge pump s is required to run frequently because of a leak or excessive rainwater This pumping system should not be relied on over an extended p...

Page 88: ...ches on your boat may not have a function based on the way the boat is equipped Keyless Ignition The optional ignition switch system is keyless and has three modes of operation CORC137 START The keypad and switch control box will be damaged beyond repair if the boatʼs battery cables the main switch control box power leads or battery charger leads are reversed DO NOT reverse these connections CAUTI...

Page 89: ...off the system indicator light and shut off power to all of the accessories except the horn bilge pump bilge blower and code keys Run Mode Enter the Unlocked Mode Pressing and releasing the START key quickly will put the unit in Run Mode Power is supplied to the engine ignition but the engine will not crank and the ignition indicator light is turned ON If the start key is not pressed again within ...

Page 90: ...ct Craft Inc It is not changeable and remains with the boat for its life This code can be used to unlock the system to lock the system and to erase the two user codes The Primary User Code is programmed into the system by the owner with the Nautique dealer s help at the time of boat delivery This code is used to unlock the system to lock the system and to add or change the Secondary User Code The ...

Page 91: ...t a second time to lock the system The system indicator light should be OFF To program the Primary User Code make sure the system indicator light is off then press and release the 1 2 key and the 7 8 key at the same time to put the system in the Code Programming Mode The system indicator light will flash Enter a code from two to eight characters and press START For verification re enter the code a...

Page 92: ...he Master Embedded Code and press STOP NOTICE Changing the Primary User Code will erase the Secondary User Code Programming or Changing the Secondary User Code NOTICE The Secondary User Code will only lock or unlock the system and can not be used for any reprogramming Make sure the system indicator light is OFF 1 Enter the Primary User Code press and release the 1 2 key and the 5 6 key at the same...

Page 93: ...act as if there are no codes in memory Pressing the START key will unlock the system and pressing the STOP key will lock it without entering a code Follow the steps in Programming The Primary User Code in this section Nautique Cruise Control The steering wheel hub cruise control remote has five control buttons ON OFF SET CNCL Cancel s RES increment UP Resume t decrement DOWN CORC219 Naut Air Sec 4...

Page 94: ... Cruise takes over the SET light illuminates continuously NOTICE After Nautique Cruise takes control it is best to push the throttle control handle down a good portion of the way toward full throttle in order for Nautique Cruise to function correctly Nautique Cruise can be turned off by pulling the throttle back toward neutral by pushing the Cancel button or by turning Nautique Cruise off When the...

Page 95: ...or flashing the SET button activates Nautique Cruise at the current boat speed causing the SET light to illuminate continuously while controlling the boat speed If the SET light is on continuously the SET button will have no effect If the SET light is on continuously or flashing the CNCL button will turn the SET light off and allow the boat to be driven with the hand throttle If the SET light is o...

Page 96: ...two shielded twisted pairs of conductors Each instrument selects the data which applies and displays it as if it was received from the sender directly One of the two pairs of conductors carries the data while the other pair of conductors carries the power for the instruments The tachometer and speedometer each have three pushbuttons which allow the different functions of each instrument to be acti...

Page 97: ... standard analog device but is actually a digital instrument On small pointer movements you may occasionally see the pointer moving in the one third degree steps that represent the accuracy of the instrument CORC114 M PILOT STATUS M AIR TEMPERATURE WATER TEMPERATURE ADJUST SAVE NO SAVE QUICK PRESS M DEPTH SOUNDER QUICK PRESS M OPTIONAL OPTIONAL QUICK PRESS M M SHALLOW ALARM SET DEEP ALARM SET KEEL...

Page 98: ...d release M to put the speedometer in the calibration mode Push and hold M down for at least two seconds the LCD will show AdJUST Run the boat at a constant 30 MPH as measured by the GPS radar or closed course Adjust the speedometer pointer by pressing s and t until the speedometer matches the known speed When finished press M to exit the adjustment screen The operator has the option of saving or ...

Page 99: ...th the ignition switch The depth sounder can also be turned off at any time while in depth display mode by pressing and holding M while the depth sounder counts down a three second delay The depth display will then indicate OFF Press and hold the M to turn the depth sounder back on When there are no alarm conditions the water depth is displayed If the signal is weak or lost or there is no transduc...

Page 100: ... M in order to monitor water depth Depth Sounder Alarm Settings NOTICE The speedometer display must be in the depth display mode to change settings Use the M to scroll to the depth display To change the depth sounder alarm settings M must be held down until the depth display changes to the alarm settings mode There are four menus in the alarm settings mode Pressing and releasing the mode switch qu...

Page 101: ...the deep alarm Pressing s and t will change the deep setting Holding M in for two seconds will save the new deep setting and change the display back to the normal depth mode Set to zero to disable alarm Keel Offset Adjust depth sounder to measure depth below keel or drive instead of sensor The display will show K X X which is the current setting for the keel offset Pressing s and t will change the...

Page 102: ...r Units Change the unit of measure This display will show UNIT FT for feet default UNIT FA for fathoms or UNIT M for meters Pressing s and t will cycle through the choices Pressing and holding the M will save the units shown in the display and change the display back to the normal depth mode Keel Display CORC124 Naut Air Sec 4_2008 qxd Naut Air Sec 4 qxd 6 24 08 3 54 PM Page 30 ...

Page 103: ... of the instrument The tachometer LCD screen displays several user selected functions The displayed data includes engine hours time remaining engine temperature oil pressure system voltage and engine alarm conditions Pressing the mode M button will select the various functions as shown in the Tachometer Display Sequence In order to minimize false alarms the low fuel and low voltage alarms only fun...

Page 104: ...ning display shows the approximate number of hours the boat can operate based on the fuel remaining in the tank and the current fuel usage rate The display will show XXXX XHrL Engine Temperature Displays the Coolant Temperature of the Engine There are no adjustments available CORC205 Hours Remaining Display CORC127 Hourmeter Display CORC126 Naut Air Sec 4_2008 qxd Naut Air Sec 4 qxd 6 24 08 3 54 P...

Page 105: ...vailable Instrument Lights The navigation light switch must be on for the instrument lights to function The s and t on the tachometer control the instrument lighting intensity Press s to increase the light intensity Press t to decrease the light intensity Oil Pressure Display CORC130 Voltmeter Display CORC129 Naut Air Sec 4_2008 qxd Naut Air Sec 4 qxd 6 24 08 3 54 PM Page 33 ...

Page 106: ...nceling System Alarms To manually cancel system warning messages simultaneously press both s and t on the tachometer This will disable the warning message temporarily If the problem is not corrected in one minute five minutes for low fuel the warning will be displayed again The operator can cancel as often as needed CORC131 M HOURMETER VOLTMETER OIL PRESSURE QUICK PRESS M HOURS REMAINING QUICK PRE...

Page 107: ...alfunction Manifold Air Temperature Sensor Malfunction Throttle Position Sensor Malfunction Coolant Temperature Sensor Malfunction CORC134 Low Battery Voltage Flashing Red Light High Engine Temperature Flashing Red Light Low Oil Pressure Flashing Red Light Low Fuel Level Flashing Red Light RPM Reduction in Progress Flashing Red Light CORC132 Naut Air Sec 4_2008 qxd Naut Air Sec 4 qxd 6 24 08 3 54 ...

Page 108: ...d and fill the tubular shield causing it to be inflexible To locate a tripped circuit breaker run your fingers over the two rows of switches and locate the switch shield which has become inflexible To re set press in the extended circuit switch shield KEYPAD POWER HEATER MED HIGH HEATER LOW HORN BLOWER BILGE COURTESY DOCKING LIGHTS NAV ANCHOR LIGHTS STARTER RUN UNLOCK UNDERWATER LIGHTS LCS STBD FI...

Page 109: ...se of any pylon extension whether up or to the side of any of its products The use of pylon extensions can alter the handling characteristics of the boat possibly resulting in dangerous instability which could then lead to loss of control a situation which could cause serious or fatal injury to the boat driver passengers skiers and anyone else who might be in the vicinity of such a mishap CAUTION ...

Page 110: ... NOT approve of any structural changes additions or modifications to our products Any time a dealer or consumer makes a change to our product they do so at their own risk and sole liability Correct Craft Inc will not be held liable for unauthorized changes whether deletions or additions to the original equipment product manufactured and sold by Correct Craft Inc even if such changes and additions ...

Page 111: ...nd tighten the handle hand tight to secure in locked position To rotate seat pull up on the lever B at the front of the seat and push to the side Release lever to lock the seat in position CORC164 B A A seat or seats which are not locked in position can cause death or serious injury Lock the seat s in position fore and aft before operating the boat Naut Air Sec 4_2008 qxd Naut Air Sec 4 qxd 6 24 0...

Page 112: ...n trailering or when using a mooring cover To reposition loosen the thumbscrews A reposition and tighten thumb screws Use the mirror friction nut B to increase the friction of the mirror adjustment If the mirror moves out of adjustment increase the friction by turning the friction nut clockwise CORC165 B A Naut Air Sec 4_2008 qxd Naut Air Sec 4 qxd 6 24 08 3 54 PM Page 40 ...

Page 113: ...p raise the hatch To close and latch the hatch pull down on the hatch and allow the hatch to close firmly Make sure there are no hands fingers or any other obstructions in the way of the hatch when you close it To close the latch turn the latch clockwise and fold the red dot down The storage hatch latch features a lock Use the key to lock and unlock the latch The key only requires about a 10 turn ...

Page 114: ...old the red dot down The engine cover hatch latch features a lock Use the key to lock and unlock the latch The key only requires about a 10 turn to lock and unlock 210 211 220 COR036 An engine guard which is not in place or contact with any moving parts can cause death or serious injury The engine box cover is a machinery guard DO NOT operate your boat without the cover closed and in place unless ...

Page 115: ...ed to store miscellaneous items or drinks There is a drain installed in the coolers DO NOT depend on the coolers to keep valuables or electronics dry Keep these items in a specialized dry bag The floor cooler has a removable tray DO NOT use abrasive cleaners or place in a dishwasher Use a mild biodegradable soap only CORC039A A A An open window can cause death or serious injury Make sure both wind...

Page 116: ...er to Section 1 Safety for more information To remove the boarding platform pull the pins A located in the mounting brackets under the platform and lift the platform vertically The boarding platform must be attached when the boat is in use CORC025 A A spinning propeller or carbon monoxide can cause death or serious injury DO NOT use the boarding platform when the engine is running or for any other...

Page 117: ...e event a hose failure or water leakage occurs The valve is open when the yellow handle is in line with the valve body and the valve is closed when the handle is perpendicular to the valve body Leave the valve open at all times unless an emergency condition requires you to close the valve to stop a leak or the possibility of a leak The valve is located on the starboard side of the transmission COR...

Page 118: ...ocated beneath the cockpit deck in the center of the boat To inspect the hose connections raise the access panel Your Nautiques dealer should perform all fuel tank service Explosion or fire can occur under certain conditions causing death or serious injury Turn the engine OFF DO NOT smoke or allow open flame or sparks within 50 feet 15 meters of the refueling area DO NOT refuel unattended avoid co...

Page 119: ...ever to the position for both batteries This will keep one battery in reserve should the other fail Battery selection should be done when the engine is off Alternate batteries daily The switch can also be set to a position that turns off both batteries isolating the boat from the batteries Avoid the possibility of personal injury or death from an explosion and or fire Never operate the boat with o...

Page 120: ...power to the Serial Switching and Keyless Ignition System It is important to remember the engine or other accessories can not be used unless the switch is in the ON position An indicator light is located with the switch for the bilge pump The indicator light will come on anytime the bilge pump is activated If your panel has a circuit breaker the circuit breaker is only active when the switch is in...

Page 121: ...d sides of the tower Fold down light before folding tower Fold the tower forward The tower will rest on the bow section of the boat In the folded position strap securely to the grab rails Reverse the steps to return the tower to the upright position Make sure to tighten knobs securely before using the tower CORC0221 Crush hazard The Flight Control Tower is heavy Use care to fold or unfold the towe...

Page 122: ... area Make sure the black protective sleeves are positioned so they protect the tower and windshield header frame when it rests on the windshield frame The aft crossbar will rest on the stern seat Place a towel or something similar on the seat to protect it Reverse the steps to return the tower to the upright position Make sure to tighten the knobs securely before using the tower CORC0218 Naut Air...

Page 123: ... with anybody or part of the boat To Raise Make sure the handles are in the fully open position before raising the tower Slowly raise the tower into position making sure nothing interferes with a smooth seating With the tower in the fully upright position turn the lock handles A upward until they stop The handles will be horizontal when locked properly NOTICE DO NOT leave the tower speakers facing...

Page 124: ...akeboards DO NOT overload Flight Clips with more than one piece of equipment per slot When loading boards into the Flight Clips always insert boards into individual slots so the board bottoms are facing each other Always visually inspect bungee to ensure the locking ball is securely in the locking claw CORC153 Flying objects can cause death or serious injury DO NOT trailer your boat or attempt to ...

Page 125: ... level of water in the tank If you continue to fill the tank beyond its capacity the excess water will expel from the tank vent The pump will continue to operate for approximately 10 minutes if the pump is left in the fill mode then shut off To drain Press and hold the button until the LED begins to flash and the pump will begin to drain the tank Press the button again to stop the pump The pump wi...

Page 126: ...ction 4 Ballast Control Switches 211 220 Ballast Control Switches 210 230 and 236 CORC208A WATER E F 1 2 WATER E F 1 2 WATER E F 1 2 CORC140A Naut Air Sec 4_2008 qxd Naut Air Sec 4 qxd 6 24 08 3 55 PM Page 54 ...

Page 127: ...e mounted on the lower left side of the dash pod The digital remote control displays all necessary control functions at your fingertip Consult your Nautique dealer for the stereo configuration for your boat Optional accessories are available from your Nautique dealer Your dealer may have a wide range of other accessories available to enhance your watersports or pleasure boating experience Contact ...

Page 128: ...4 56 Sun Pad Cargo Net 210 220 Only Sun Pad Cargo Net 211 Only CORC217 CORC179 Section 4 Naut Air Sec 4_2008 qxd Naut Air Sec 4 qxd 6 24 08 3 55 PM Page 56 ...

Page 129: ... parts could result in injury and product failure Fuel System The fuel system consists of a built in fuel tank a port fuel fill a starboard fuel fill and a fuel tank vent The fuel tank is located under the cockpit floor To inspect lift aft seat base and removable section of the cockpit floor Systems which are not inspected regularly or maintained can cause death serious injury or damage to product...

Page 130: ...5 2 ENGINE CORC097 FUEL TANK FUEL TANK VENT FUEL FILL FUEL FILL Section 5 Naut Air Sec 5_2008 qxd Naut Air Sec 5 qxd 6 24 08 3 55 PM Page 5 2 ...

Page 131: ...o operate immediately by turning the switch off and then back on Remember the engine and other parts of the drive system could be damaged and there is also a risk of personal injury as increasing water level will adversely affect the handling and maneuverability of the boat Boat Systems The risk of personal injury from excess water in the bilge area will adversely affect the handling and maneuvera...

Page 132: ...ALLAST TANK PUMP STARBOARD BALLAST TANK PORT BALLAST TANK PORT BALLAST TANK PUMP STARBOARD BALLAST TANK WATER INTAKE DRAIN VALVE PORT BALLAST TANK WATER INTAKE DRAIN VALVE BELLY TANK PUMP BELLY TANK WATER INTAKE DRAIN VALVE Section 5 Naut Air Sec 5_2008 qxd Naut Air Sec 5 qxd 6 24 08 3 55 PM Page 5 4 ...

Page 133: ...5 5 Boat Systems Heater System Optional ENGINE CORC099 HEATER Naut Air Sec 5_2008 qxd Naut Air Sec 5 qxd 6 24 08 3 55 PM Page 5 5 ...

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Page 135: ...re essential to safe boating and must be performed before starting the engine Check the weather report wind and water conditions Check that required safety equipment and PFDs are on board and in proper operating condition Check that the fire extinguisher is fully charged Be sure the boat is not overloaded Be sure the operator s visibility is not obstructed Check that all maintenance has been perfo...

Page 136: ...w the gelcoat finish and damage gunwale trim Section 6 Explosion or fire hazard Gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive under certain conditions Turn the engine OFF and DO NOT smoke or allow open flames or sparks within 50 feet 15 meters of the fueling area Check your boat for fuel leaks and fumes before during and after each use Maintain contact between the fuel nozzle and the fuel t...

Page 137: ...moisture NOTICE Fuel system or engine damage caused by contamination from water foreign particles sludge or gums entering or forming in the fuel system is not covered by the engine s limited warranty Getting Underway DO NOT use any gasoline that contains METHANOL This fuel is very corrosive and will create unsafe operating conditions to the boatʼs fuel system and serious damage to the engine Any e...

Page 138: ...ile fueling Turn on the ignition without starting the engine and monitor the gauge Stop fueling as the gauge approaches the full level and turn off the ignition when finished Fuel spillage on our waterways will pollute our environment 2 Moor your boat securely to the dock Know the location of the fire extinguisher in case of emergency 3 Close all doors hatches windows and other compartments 4 Exti...

Page 139: ...ven near the platform Boat Planing The performance of your Nautique boat depends on load weight and distribution DISTRIBUTE WEIGHT EVENLY from bow to stern and also from port to starboard If your boat is equipped with a ballast tank or loaded loss of horizon may occur when you begin to plane your boat Get on plane immediately to restore the vision of your path DO NOT operate your boat if the loss ...

Page 140: ...ame order each time so that it becomes routine Make sure to check all safety items Check that drain plug is properly installed Check condition of propeller Check that all batteries are fully charged and at the proper level Verify the amount of fuel in the fuel tanks Be sure the lights horn bilge pumps and other electrical equipment are in operating condition Check that steering system operates pro...

Page 141: ...e starting engine Remember if you have detected the presence of fuel vapors do not start the engine until the source has been determined problems corrected and vapors removed Check all gasoline line connections Connections are located at the fuel tank the fuel control cell and the fuel injection system All Nautique boats are equipped with anti siphon valves on the outlet fittings of the fuel tanks...

Page 142: ...the safety lanyard securely to your body Keep it attached at all times while you are driving 10 Check that engine cooling water raw water valve is open and raw water strainer is clean Once the boat is in the water visually check for water leaking at the stuffing box There should be no leakage from the optional dripless stuffing box while a conventional stuffing box must drip a moderate amount of w...

Page 143: ... cool off for five minutes This allows the battery to recover between starting attempts CAUTION An engine guard which is not in place or contact with any moving parts can cause death or serious injury The engine box cover is a machinery guard DO NOT operate your boat without the cover closed and in place unless you are performing a check or maintenance Keep your hands clothing hair and any other b...

Page 144: ...the warm up period check the gauges for correct and normal operation of all the systems Oil pressure 35 80 psi approximately at 2000 rpm Cooling water flow and water temperature 140 170 Cooling water temperature for fresh water systems 170 210 Volts should rise to around 13 14V or higher Idle rpm 600 700 in gear DO NOT operate at high rpms in NEUTRAL DO NOT shift into forward or reverse at engine ...

Page 145: ...ling water leaks on the engine Check for cooling water circulation look at the raw water strainer at the rear port side of the engine for water movement Flooded Engine If your engine does become flooded use caution when attempting to start the engine Push in the transmission disengagement button at the bottom of the shifter throttle control handle and advance the throttle to the FULL THROTTLE posi...

Page 146: ...sibility to make sure they were performed This will also help you become more familiar with your boat and its systems If you have any questions regarding this notice contact your Nautique dealer After your initial run Check the engine oil level Check the transmission oil level Check the V Drive oil level Check for leaks water fuel and oil Check that engine frame bolts and mounts are tight Check th...

Page 147: ... repeated from time to time during the first five hours of operation DO NOT operate engine at full throttle for longer than one to two minutes Propeller Selection The maximum rpm of the engine at full throttle under normal load conditions can be controlled by propeller pitch diameter and design It is essential the propeller does not underload or overload the engine Propeller Overloading results in...

Page 148: ...ety If the engine fails to start or is not operating properly contact your Nautique dealer for assistance Shifting Keep the control lever clean and clear of obstructions Refer to your engine operator and maintenance manual for shifting information Always pause in NEUTRAL before shifting from reverse to forward and from forward to reverse Steering Practice steering your boat Make sure the steering ...

Page 149: ...y line to a piling or dock cleat Before tying up your boat be sure to use enough fenders to protect the boat from damage If possible tie up the bow toward the waves with a good quality double braided nylon line Tie up only to the lifting rings tie down eyes or cleats DO NOT use the handrails or windshield frame If the boat is to be moored for a long period of time use chafing protectors on the lin...

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Page 151: ...o present the most basic operational principles It is NOT intended to cover all conditions encountered during operation Therefore the principles in this manual are limited to the facts related directly to the operation of your boat while the responsibility for the proper application of these principles belongs to you Naut Air Sec 7_2008 qxd Naut Air Sec 7 qxd 6 24 08 4 00 PM Page 7 1 ...

Page 152: ...ng is far more difficult and requires time and practice to master When making tight maneuvers it is important to understand the effects of turning Since both thrust and steering are at the stern of the boat the stern will push away from the direction of the turn The bow follows a smaller turning circle than the stern CORC135 BOW CIRCLE STERN CIRCLE Section 7 Quick maneuvers can cause people and ob...

Page 153: ...ing checking headway is a technique that must be developed Reverse thrust is used to slow and stop the boat The momentum of the boat will vary according to the load as well as the speed Make it a practice to slow to idle no wake speed before shifting into reverse It is best to learn maneuvering skills in open water away from traffic Adequate practice is the only way to develop your boating skills ...

Page 154: ...nother depends on many factors An anchor will usually hold best in a mixture of mud and clay or in hard sand A Danforth anchor is recommended for general boating For more information on anchors contact your Nautique dealer Section 7 Improper use of an anchor can pull a boat underwater causing death or serious injury Anchor from the bow NOT from the stern Naut Air Sec 7_2008 qxd Naut Air Sec 7 qxd ...

Page 155: ...ere you want to lower the anchor Spot the boat before lowering the anchor When the anchor hits bottom slowly back up the boat keeping tension on the line Let out an anchor line that is six to seven times the depth of the water For example if you are in 10 feet 3 m of water let out 60 to 70 feet 18 to 21 meters of line KC 1571C Naut Air Sec 7_2008 qxd Naut Air Sec 7 qxd 6 24 08 4 00 PM Page 7 5 ...

Page 156: ... from the bottom material If the anchor is caught on the bottom attach a line to the bow cleat so that it is taut The up and down motion of the bow from wave action may lift the anchor from the bottom If the anchor remains caught let out a few more feet of line and attach it to the bow cleat Slowly maneuver the boat around the anchor until the anchor pulls loose Be sure to keep the line tight duri...

Page 157: ... an operator experienced with the boat engine combination All boats perform differently The operator should have at least ten hours of experience with the boat before any full throttle operation DO NOT operate your boat until you are completely experienced with its handling characteristics Propellers Your Nautique boat is equipped with a propeller best matched to its engine and boat combination If...

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Page 159: ...present Gasoline fumes are highly explosive Before starting your engine open the engine cover inspect the engine compartment for gasoline fumes and operate the blower for at least four minutes Run your blower when operating at slow speeds If fuel vapors are present do not start the engine Check all hoses and fittings to determine the source of the vapor Make the necessary adjustments or take the b...

Page 160: ... cooling system is at the proper level Engine Intake Water Strainer Visually inspect the engine intake water strainer for debris before each use To clean the strainer close the engine intake water valve and unscrew the strainer bowl A DO NOT lose the rubber O ring B that seals the bowl to the cap Carefully remove the screen C CORC078 A B C CORC067 OFF ON RAW WATER STRAINER WATER VALVE Section 8 Na...

Page 161: ... to make sure they are operating efficiently There are two bilge pumps one is at the rear of the boat near the rudder and under the floor by the forward bulkhead located next to the fuel tank To keep the pumps from getting clogged remove any debris you find in the bilge Wash the bilge with a good biodegradable household detergent or a bilge cleaner available at your Nautique dealer or a marine sup...

Page 162: ...n be very sharp Be careful when you handle it Wear a pair of protective gloves when handling any propeller Remove your key from the ignition and remove the Emergency Stop Switch clip from the switch to prevent accidental starting of the engine DO NOT reuse the nylon locknut or the cotter pin DO NOT use a damaged propeller A damaged propeller can damage your engine and boat CAUTION Naut Air Sec 8_2...

Page 163: ...pe or size 1 Rotate the shaft until the keyway is up 2 Place the key in the shaft keyway The propeller will only slip on in one direction Rotate the propeller so the keyway in the propeller is aligned with the keyway on the shaft Once it is aligned push the propeller onto the shaft You ll hear a solid thunk or feel it as the propeller is seated 3 Wedge a piece of 1 x 4 wood A between the propeller...

Page 164: ...ceable and must not be tampered with Quick Oil Drain System Change the engine oil after the first 25 hours of operation then after every 50 hours The boat must be removed from the water to use the quick oil drain system There is a drain hose attached to the bottom of the oil pan with a small plug screwed into the loose end of the hose Remove the drain plug T handle A located in the bilge area and ...

Page 165: ...o flush the engine but it must be done immediately Fresh Water Flushing Kit Optional The optional freshwater flushing kit allows you to flush the water system after your boat is operated in salt water brackish water or unusual water conditions The relief valve in this kit prevents excessive water pressure to your engine We recommend using this system if you use your boat in salt water or unusual w...

Page 166: ...les should be removed from the battery when the boat is placed in storage on display or in transit This will eliminate the possibility of the engine accidentally starting without a supply of cooling water and may damage the engine Explosion or fire hazard from vented fumes can cause death or serious injury Wear eye protection and rubber gloves when working on or around batteries DO NOT charge or u...

Page 167: ...r Keep the fill vent caps tight so the neutralizing solution does not get into the battery cells The electrolyte level should be checked every 30 days Add only distilled water to maintain the level between the top of the plates and the bottom of the fill vent cap DO NOT overfill Remember batteries contain sulfuric acid which can cause severe burns CORC212 A Naut Air Sec 8_2008 qxd Naut Air Sec 8 q...

Page 168: ... marine supply stores Always follow the directions on these products carefully before you use them The hull bottom is an especially important area to keep clean since any buildup of water scum and algae will create drag and reduce the boat s efficiency If you must leave your boat in the water there are compounds to remove algae buildup on your hull Some of these can be caustic Pay special attentio...

Page 169: ...e the same attention as the other parts of your boat Clean them often with quality commercially available glass cleaners Vinyl Maintenance and Cleaning Nautiques by Correct Craft has selected the finest marine grade vinyl for your Nautique It is important to keep it clean at all times There are some substances that will stain the vinyl if you leave them on for even a short period of time Remove an...

Page 170: ...ase D B Ball point ink E B Permanent marker E B Coffee tea chocolate B B Use the chart above to clean common stains A Medium soft brush warm soapy water rinse dry B Meguires Quick Clean 52 C One 1 tablespoon ammonia 1 4 cup hydrogen peroxide 3 4 cup water rinse dry D Wipe or scrape off excess chill gum with ice E Denatured Alcohol rinse dry After all cleaning methods rinse well with water Suntan l...

Page 171: ...f the boat is pulling port A rotate the foil to port B and tighten screws If the boat is pulling starboard C rotate the foil to starboard D and tighten screws Always remember that movement of the trailing edge of the foil to one side will cause the steering to pull to the opposite side NOTICE After each adjustment test run and adjust again if necessary Manufactured under license from National Prod...

Page 172: ...g the rudder The remote lube fitting is located at the stern of the engine compartment Use a quality marine grease and gun Connect the grease gun to the fitting and apply a light pressure to the gun until you feel a slight resistance Naut Air Sec 8_2008 qxd Naut Air Sec 8 qxd 6 25 08 12 42 PM Page 8 14 ...

Page 173: ...e transmission fluid is a very high viscosity to make adding fluid easier remove both fill plugs 3 Replace the drain fill plug and tighten securely Burn hazard from hot transmission fluid can cause serious injury Do not remove the transmission drain fill plug while the engine is running or while the transmission is hot PL EASURE CRA FT ENGINE GRO UP POWER PLUS RATIO 1 48 MADE IN USA Oil Fill Drain...

Page 174: ...8 16 Section 8 Shift Cable Lubricate pivot points and exposed cable with SAE 30W 30 engine oil LUBRICATION POINTS CORC211 Naut Air Sec 8_2008 qxd Naut Air Sec 8 qxd 6 25 08 12 42 PM Page 8 16 ...

Page 175: ...gine operation and maintenance manual for more detailed information for any problem concerning the starting shifting or operation of the engine Some problems may require the skills of a trained technician and special service tools Please contact your Nautique dealer for assistance Naut Air Sec 9_2008 qxd Naut Air Sec 9 qxd 6 24 08 4 10 PM Page 9 1 ...

Page 176: ...er propeller selection Marine growth on hull Engine problem Poor gas mileage Marine growth on hull Engine problem Excessive vibration Damaged or fouled propeller Misaligned propeller shaft coupling Bent propeller shaft Engine problem Fouled or damaged propeller Engine problem Steering problem Corroded steering cable Rudder worn Throttle shifting problems Corroded cables Defective throttle return s...

Page 177: ... circuit breaker or blown fuse Loose wiring connection Defective switch or gauge Dim or no lights Open circuit breaker tripped or in OFF position Battery discharged See Page 4 30 Troubleshooting Naut Air Sec 9_2008 qxd Naut Air Sec 9 qxd 6 24 08 4 10 PM Page 9 3 ...

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Page 179: ...chanism have sufficient capacity sufficient for your boat Refer to Section 3 Specifications The weights listed in the specifications are dry weight You must add the weight of the battery fuel and gear to the dry weight If the lifting eyes at the stern of the boat are below the boarding platform the platform MUST BE removed before the boat is lifted The platform MUST BE reinstalled before the boat ...

Page 180: ...OT use a sling to lift the boat Damage to your boat can occur If your boat is equipped with a retractable lifting eye it can be used for lifting your boat CORC055 Section 10 Drain the bilge and or launch control system and or aftermarket water bladder s to eliminate excess water before you lift the boat CAUTION Naut Air Sec 10_2008 qxd Naut Air Sec 10 qxd 6 24 08 4 12 PM Page 10 2 ...

Page 181: ... bottom If you do not have a trailer support the boat like a Nautique dealer recommended trailer It is important to have an even weight distribution If you do not have a dealer or marina nearby and must arrange winter storage yourself contact your regional warehouse If you use a mooring cover DO NOT put it on when the interior of the boat is wet and or hot It will trap moisture and lead to mildew ...

Page 182: ...the strainer bowl must be removed and emptied DO NOT lose the rubber O ring B that seals the bowl to the cap Clean screen C if required If the water is not removed the bowl can be damaged A damaged strainer can cause overheating problems during the next season CORC078 A B C Section 10 Naut Air Sec 10_2008 qxd Naut Air Sec 10 qxd 6 24 08 4 12 PM Page 10 4 ...

Page 183: ...ten the hose clamp The threads must be sealed properly to avoid a possible fuel leak Check your Fuel Control Cell once each year for signs of water in the canister If it appears there is water buildup in the canister see your Nautique dealer for service An empty fuel tank can accumulate water inside by changing temperature and repeated cycles of condensation on the inner surfaces of the tank If th...

Page 184: ...peratures and during long periods of non use When following this procedure remember to protect our natural resources by using environmentally friendly products and to always discard in an environmentally friendly manner 1 Make sure your boat is out of the water the tanks are completely drained and the tank water intake drain valves are open 2 Use a 50 50 mixture of an environmentally friendly anti...

Page 185: ...several locking devices available at marine supply stores to aid in securing your boat whether or not it is attached to your vehicle Storage Loss of control can cause death or serious injury DO NOT attempt to tow more than one trailer at a time behind your vehicle Attempting to tow an additional trailer will adversely affect the trailer tongue weight DO NOT use a bumper mounted hitch on your vehic...

Page 186: ...ilering Be sure the walk thru door of the windshield is closed and latched while the boat is being trailered If you are using any sort of water ballast system to add weight to the boat be sure it is drained before you put the boat on the trailer These systems can adversely affect the tongue weight of the trailer Your boat is not designed to carry exceptionally heavy loads This can adversely effect...

Page 187: ...re securely fastened Make sure all trailer lights are still functioning properly Re examine the contents of your boat to ensure that no items such as life jackets or other gear have shifted and will not fly out while you are on the road Naut Air Sec 10_2008 qxd Naut Air Sec 10 qxd 6 24 08 4 12 PM Page 10 9 ...

Page 188: ...10 10 Section 10 NOTES Naut Air Sec 10_2008 qxd Naut Air Sec 10 qxd 6 24 08 4 12 PM Page 10 10 ...

Page 189: ...raft to change the trim BEAM The widest point on the boat BEARING Relative position or direction of an object from the boat BILGE The lowest interior section of the boat hull BOARDING To enter the boat BOUNDARY WATERS A body of water between two areas of jurisdiction i e a river between two states BOW The forward end of the boat BULKHEAD Vertical partition wall in a boat BUNKS Carpeted trailer hul...

Page 190: ...he water line measured vertically to the lowest part of the hull ELECTROLYSIS The break up of metals due to the effects of galvanic corrosion FENDER Devices built into or hung over the sides of a boat to prevent the boat from rubbing or chafing against other boats or piers FORE Toward the front or bow of the boat Opposite of aft FREEBOARD The distance from the waterline to the upper surface of the...

Page 191: ...hich are used to fix position to identify safe and unsafe waters NMMA National Marine Manufacturer s Association NO WAKE SPEED The speed at which a boat travels to produce an imperceptible wake PFD Personal flotation device PITOT TUBE See SPEEDOMETER PICKUP TUBE PLANING HULL A hull designed to lift thereby reducing friction and increasing efficiency PORPOISE A condition in which the bow bounces up...

Page 192: ...ing or crossing situations The privileged boat STARBOARD The right side of the boat when looking towards the bow STERN The aft end of a boat STOW To put away To store cargo in a storage locker STRINGER Members under the floor that stiffen the hull bottom SURGE BRAKES A type of trailer braking system designed to automatically actuate when the tow vehicle s brakes are applied TRANSDUCER The unit tha...

Page 193: ...e Lifetime Limited Warranty In addition Correct Craft offers a Transferable Lifetime Limited Warranty against structural defect of the deck hull and stringer system as detailed in the Lifetime Limited Warranty above This policy may be transferred for a nominal fee to the second 2nd purchaser during a period of five 5 years from the date of delivery to the original user or purchaser See owner s man...

Page 194: ...each new Nautique boat that the gel coat under normal authorized use shall remain free from defect in material and workmanship including blisters and cracks not caused by negligence impact or collision for a period of three 3 years from date of delivery NOTE Gelcoat maintenance is the owner s responsibility Engine Warranty For details see Pleasurecraft Marine Engine Co owner s manual Exceptions Th...

Page 195: ...time or income Any defect or damage covered by this warranty shall at the discretion of Correct Craft Inc be repaired free of charge at an authorized dealership or service facility Repairs will be warranted only for the remainder of the original warranty period Transportation and or labor to and from the point of repair will be the responsibility of the owner THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES WHICH EXTEND B...

Page 196: ...e event your Nautique boat has a claim covered by this warranty the following procedure shall be allowed to secure performance of warranty obligations 1 Notify the selling dealer in writing within thirty 30 days after the discovery of any claimed defect 2 You may be required to transport the boat at your expense to an authorized dealership or service facility for their inspection and or repair 3 C...

Page 197: ... DATE The warranty will be transferred retroactive to the sale date Review the warranty policy for details NOTE THIS TRANSFER DOES NOT INCLUDE THE ENGINE ORIGINAL OWNER ___________________________________________________ BOAT MODEL TYPE___________________________________________________ HULL NUMBER CTC __________________________________________________ NEW OWNER INFORMATION NAME __________________...

Page 198: ...e warranty will be transferred retroactive to the sale date Review the warranty policy for details NOTE THIS TRANSFER DOES NOT INCLUDE THE ENGINE ORIGINAL OWNER ___________________________________________________ BOAT MODEL TYPE___________________________________________________ HULL NUMBER CTC __________________________________________________ NEW OWNER INFORMATION NAME __________________________...

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Page 200: ...e to contact our Customer Service Department at the main offices of Correct Craft Inc either by telephone or by mail 14700 Aerospace Parkway Orlando Fl 32832 Custom Engineered For Custom Engineered For 2009 210 230 236 only except 2007 210 236 2008 2009 210 230 236 210 236 2008 210 230 236 9 40 40 CORC 215 Naut Air Warr_2008 qxd Naut Air Warr qxd 6 24 08 4 15 PM Page W 8 ...

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