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Page 1: ...2 1 3 Controls and Indicators 3 1 4 Principles of Operation 4 1 5 Getting Underway 5 1 6 Periodic Checks and Services 6 1 7 Storage for Extended Lay Up 7 1 8 General Maintenance 8 1 9 Accessory Items...

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Page 3: ...S KIT 1 3 Owner s Manual 3 Ring Binder 1 3 Owner s Manuals Envelopes 1 4 WARRANlY INFORMATION 1 5 Dealership Responsibilities 1 5 Your Responsibilities 1 5 Warranty Service 1 5 I I Downloaded from Cru...

Page 4: ...f meeting or exceeding existing safety and quality stand ards established by the U S Coast Guard and the Boating Industry of America Cruistar Incorporated has been manufacturing boats for over 35 year...

Page 5: ...the boat and its various systems Section I contains a description of the skipper s kit and information about the warranty Section 2 contains boat specifications such as dimensions and capacities There...

Page 6: ...on Packet Refrigerator Freezer User Guide Miuowave User Manual Electric Stove and Oven Manual Trim Plal1e Manual I Iydralllir Steering Manual AC powered Ballery Charger Manual Hot Water Heater Manual...

Page 7: ...warranties Fill in the Cruistar limited warranty registration card which is located in an enve lope inside the skipper s kiL Keep a record of the hull number for future reference 2 Inspect the boat a...

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Page 9: ...isplacement 2 2 Deadrise 2 2 Freeboard 2 2 Capacities 2 2 Power 2 2 GENERAL lAYOUT 2 3 Belowdecks 3850 2 3 Flybridge Deck and Cockpit 2 4 Engine Compartment and Bilge Layout 2 7 Exterior Lighting 2 9...

Page 10: ...s fuel and water 20 000 Ibs Deadrise FWD at LWL 41 AFT at Trallsom 14 Freeboard FWD 5 4 112 at bow AFT 3 2 112 at break in shear just before swim plate Capacities Fuel Twin tanks 200 gallons each tank...

Page 11: ...GENERAL LAYOUT Belowdecks 3850 STATEROOM _OPTIONAL t rr J J LOWER STATION I HELM o L _ _ SALON 2 3 Downloaded from CruisersOwnersForum http www CruisersOwnersForum com...

Page 12: ...Flybridge and Deck FLYBRIDGE DECK I Single station command bridge with complete marine instrumentation 2 Bridge to cabin stairway 3 Fire extinguisher 4 Wet bar 5 Flybridge lounge Downloaded from Crui...

Page 13: ...ow hatch wl screens 7 Bow rope locker 8 Bow pulpit 9 Stainless steel anchor roller 10 Dockside phone and cable lV hook up 11 Shore power hook up 2 5 Downloaded from CruisersOwnersForum http www Cruise...

Page 14: ...COCKPIT CfIY WATER HOOK UP 2 6 Downloaded from CruisersOwnersForum http www CruisersOwnersForum com...

Page 15: ...ing water strainer 2 Engine cooling water seacocks 3 Head outlet water seacocks 4 Air conditioner seacock 5 Head inlet water seacocks D 9 6 Generator cooling water seacock 7 Generator cooling water st...

Page 16: ...Waste tank 26 Engine 13 Bilge blowers 20 Fuel tank 27 FOIWard stateroom air conditioner 14 Air conditioner seawater pump 21 Aft stateroom air conditioner 28 Freshwater pump 15 Auxiliary battery 22 Tri...

Page 17: ...ting I Spotlight 2 FWD mast light International only 3 AFT mast light all 4 Navigation lights 5 Courtesy lights 6 Stern light 7 Boarding light 3 l 5 y6 2 9 Downloaded from CruisersOwnersForum http www...

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Page 19: ...OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 5 7 Pre Start Checklist 5 7 Starting Gas Engines 5 8 Starting Diesel Engines 5 9 SLOpping Gas Engines 5 11 Stopping Diesel Engines 5 11 Fueling 5 11 Suggested Maneuvering Techn...

Page 20: ...s to be trdveled on board Make a practice of letting someone know your travel plans and route leave a float plan with someone Check local weather reports before casting off Watch the weather Be on the...

Page 21: ...dress Telephone Engine Type HI _________ No of Engines Fuel Capacity ______________ Survival Equipment I FD s ________ Flares ________ Mirror ________ Smoke Signals _______ Flashlight ______ _ Food Pa...

Page 22: ...many boating safety courses available to the public Call toll free Courseline 1 800 336 2628 to find out what courses are offered in your area The minimum standards of safety as required by the U S Co...

Page 23: ...of the channel is marked with GREEN ODD numbered can buoys The STARBOARD right side of the channel is marked with RED EVEN numbered nun or spar buoys The middle of the channel is marked with RED and W...

Page 24: ...mptoms of exposure to carbon monoxide If you think exhaust fumes are entering your boat correct the problem immediately Observe the following safety precautions Be alert for the odor of exhaust fumes...

Page 25: ...ising speed is attained Check engine and transmission oil levels If equipped check fresh water coolant level Check gas fuel valves to make sure fuel can flow to engines Check diesel fuel valves to mak...

Page 26: ...ches off put both shift control levers in neutral position Step 2 Move each throttle lever forward to full throttle position and back to idle position Throttle linkage and cable must move smoothly TRA...

Page 27: ...rature remains within the specified range If temperature gauge reads abnonnally high STOP ENGINE IMMEDIATELY and detennille the cause Step 7 Check engine exhausts to see that they are discharging wate...

Page 28: ...sure gauge If oil pressure does not rise to specified range in 15 seconds STOP ENGINE IMMEDIATELY and detennine the cause Step 5 Repeat starting procedure for the second engine IMPORTANT The second en...

Page 29: ...STOP position position R Step 6 When engine rotation stops lurn key switches counterclockwise to position 0 Fueling Refer to your engine owner s manual for the fuel type and octane rating recommended...

Page 30: ...rols Forget the Steering Wheel The rudders are basically useless at slow speeds Put your hands on the control levers and leave the steering wheel alone Recognize the Outside Forces Check the wind dire...

Page 31: ...Damage to engines or power train could result Momentarily pause in neutral and allow engine to return to Ulk speed before engaging transmission Using throttle and shift control levers to compensate f...

Page 32: ...uicken the turn ilHTt ase Ihe specd 011 the 1 Jward prop To move back frolll your position and qukken the turn increase the speed on the reverse prop PROPELLER BURSTS AND STOPPING Propeller hurst is a...

Page 33: ...n causingyou to loose ronlToL When accelerating to cruising speed lower trim tabs to assist the boat up at the stern and into a planing attitude quickly As water passes under the hull it contacts the...

Page 34: ...e anchor is dropped and one half hour later If the reference marks have moved the anchor is dragging and must be reset The end of the anchor line should be attached to a mooring cleat When the line is...

Page 35: ...n rope Some synthetic fiber ropes stretch too much Make a bridle for each craft towing and towed by putting a rope completely around the hull A WARNING Always stay clear ofany tight or stretched lines...

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Page 37: ...cks and Seroices PERIODIC CHECKS AND SERVICES 6 2 Before Every Use 6 3 Every 50 Hours 6 7 Every 100 Hours 6 8 Monthly 6 9 Quarterly 6 10 Annually 6 11 6 1 Downloaded from CruisersOwnersForum http www...

Page 38: ...1 Check seawater strainers for leaks and accumula tion of debris 2 Check exhaust system for leaks 3 Check seacocks for leaks 4 Check propeller stuffing box for excessive water entry 5 Check fuel syst...

Page 39: ...e 3 If hose is damaged or leaking close the appropriate seacock to prevent any further entry of water and then replace the damaged hose and clamps See your authorized Cruistar dealer for pans and serv...

Page 40: ...nd starboard engine cooling water seacocks located in the engine compartment Generator cooling water seacock located in the engine compartment Air conditioning seacock located in the engine compartmen...

Page 41: ...If leakage is apparent take your boat to a Cruistar dealer for immediate service CHECK PROPELLER STUFFING BOX FOR EXCF SIVE WATER ENTRY TO ENGINE 10 15 DROPS MIN AT CRUISING SPEED IS PERMISSIBLE I Op...

Page 42: ...nerator and engines A WARNING DO NOT operate tire engines when fuel1eaks have been ddecterL Allfuels are combustible and gaso line vapors are explosive Repair any leak before starting tire engines or...

Page 43: ...SHWATER FILTER 7 1 III COTTER PIN CHECK TIE BAR CHECK COTTER FOR FOR PIN OSENESS LOOSEN O 1 O b CONNECTING ARM Q SETSCREW CHECK FOR LOOSNESS CHECK FOR LOOSENESS ECK FOR LOOSENESS I CYUNDER I Check tie...

Page 44: ...cnu ks alI I pilling 2 Do not continue to use badly damaged propellers Damaged pro pellers must be replaced See Section 8 for details Every 100 Hours INSPECT FRESHWATER SYSTEM FOR LEAKS I FiJI and pre...

Page 45: ...hore power hook up or the onboard generator 2 Turn on the OUTLETS FWD OUTLETS AFT and the two OUT LETS breakers located on tlle AC master panel 3 Locate the GFCI outlets throughout the boaL 4 Push the...

Page 46: ...ry Keep this outline in your Skipper KiL Quarterly CHECK BATTERY ELECTROLYTE LEVEL See Section 8 GENERAL MAINTENANCE for details CHECK HYDRAULIC STEERING SYSTEM OIL LEVEL I Remove vent plug from fill...

Page 47: ...plastic cover by unscrewing center screw Remove plug from fill LUbe and use a funnel with a tube to add lubricating oil Fill only until oil reaches the full line indicated on the reservoir CHECK ENGIN...

Page 48: ...hes Head outlet water seacocks located in the engine compartment and under the fOIW3rd stateroom floor hatch Deck washdown seacock located in the engine companmenL 2 Use lubricating oil and lubricate...

Page 49: ...r Extended Lay Up STORAGE FOR EXTENDED lAY UP 7 2 Lifting and Storing Your Boat 7 2 Transporting 7 3 Winterization 7 4 Fitting Out Mter Storage 7 8 7 1 Downloaded from CruisersOwnersForum http www Cru...

Page 50: ...th of six inches and a capacity rating high enough to support the boat Spreader bars reduce the side pressure at the boat s sheer line and prevent distortion or damage to the deck or gunwale molding P...

Page 51: ...props shafts rudders struts etc Transporting The boat must be supported on a trailer with the same care and concern as on the ground Cover the boat 10 prevent additional load being added from rain or...

Page 52: ...n Try to have any repairs made before covering the craft d Fuel System IMPORTANT Do not fill the tanks so fuel flows from the vents Allow room in the tanks for expansion I Fuel tanks should be filled...

Page 53: ...e drain plug from seacock while seacock is closed Allow line to drain Replace drain plug Air Conditioning System l Open intake seacock Loosen screws on the seawater pump head to allow water to drain f...

Page 54: ...o freshwater pump Pour approximately 1 1 2 ounce of potable alcohol into the pump inlet Rotate pump pulley two turns by hand and connect inlet hose I Ice Maker and Refrigerator Freezers I Allow the ic...

Page 55: ...and cause mildew such as life jackets towels blankets cushions mattresses clothing curtains canvas etc 2 Scrub the inside of the boat Clean the cabinets drawers and cupboards Try to allow one day for...

Page 56: ...n Install all drain plugs in strainers and seacocks e Check all hoses and fittings for cracking splitting or deterioration Replace defective parts immediately f Batteries I Make sure batteries are ful...

Page 57: ...ra tor back into setvice 1 Put miscel1aneous equipment such as mattresses cushions cur tains life jackets etc onboard m Make sure all seacocks are closed and launch boat A CAUTION Remain with the boat...

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Page 59: ...aintenance GENERAL MAINTENANCE 8 2 Power Train 8 2 DC Electrical System 8 5 Freshwater System 8 5 Bilge 8 6 Hull 8 6 General Care and Cleaning 8 7 8 1 Downloaded from CruisersOwnersForum http www Crui...

Page 60: ...nmenL See your Cruistar Incorporated dealer 4 Leave coupling half on transmission stationary and rotate the pro peller shaft I turn in 90 intervals At each 90 interval check the clearance between the...

Page 61: ...se valve grinding com pound to the taper of the shaft Install the prop and rotate it on the shaft clockwise and counterclockwise about 100 times 6 Remove lhe prop and clean the grinding compound from...

Page 62: ...oosen the hardware to remove rudder arm from the rudder shaft Lower the rudder from the boat The packing nut may have to he loose ned to remove the rudder 6 Remove the packing nut ring and old packing...

Page 63: ...r To clean your new freshwater system or the system after a long period of storage use the following procedure I Make a solution of2 1 2 cups 20 oz of household bleach and 10 gallons of water 2 Pour t...

Page 64: ...shiny appearance hand buffing with DuPont 117 Rub bing Compound or power buffing with Mirror Glaze 11 I may be necessary GELCOAT REPAIR Scratches or blemishes in the gelcoat may detract from the appea...

Page 65: ...eneral Care and Qeaning DECK FITTINGS AND HARDWARE Stainless steel has been used wherever possible on your boaL It is not totally resistant to corrosion Regular cleaning and polishing with a chrome or...

Page 66: ...canvas with clean water to remove all soap Allow canvas to drip dry If canvas is heavily soiled and stained soak the canvas for approximately 20 minutes in a solution of 1 2 cup 4 oz bleach 1 4 ClIl...

Page 67: ...9 4 Cockpit Shower 9 4 Courtesy Lights 9 5 Covers 9 5 Gas Fume Detector 9 5 Halon Automatic Fire Extinguisher 9 6 Microwave 9 6 Refrigerator Freezer Galley 9 6 Salon Color Television and VCRIVHS 9 7 S...

Page 68: ...d in the aft stateroom The air conditioner located behind the refrigerator cools the galley and the forward stateroom The controls for the forward stateroom and salon units are located for ward of the...

Page 69: ...ibutes the charge automatically to any or all the batteries as needed To operate the battery charger the circuit breaker BATTERY CHARGER must be in the ON position For further information on the bauer...

Page 70: ...e detector warns of carbon monoxide in the air and tracks the level over an extended period of time The detector with visible and audible alarms operates on 12 volts DC Locations for the detectors inc...

Page 71: ...install the cover start at the bottom of the venturi windshield and work back along the sides and then across the back HardloJ The fiherglass hardtop mounts over the hlidge area providing limited prot...

Page 72: ...ill alluw oxygen 0 the fire and flashback can occur Refer to your skipper s kit for fUither information on the the Halon fire extinguisher Microwave The 115 volt power to the microwave is supplied by...

Page 73: ...must be on to operate these components See the information contained in the skipper s kit for operation and care of the stereo and CD player Optional TV with Remote Control The forward and aft statero...

Page 74: ...control A CAUTION The glass cUller must not be doom whik either burner is on The heat build up will cause damage or fire to galley area Release lock on left side of the stove to lower glass cover See...

Page 75: ...e either rope or chain Lowering the anchor requires a hand at the windlass The safety lock on the portside of the windlass must be released by putting it in the down position The clutch brake control...

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Page 77: ...Section 10 Troubleshooting TROUBLESHOOTING 10 2 Engine and Powertrain 10 2 Electrical 10 4 Plumbing 10 5 10 1 Downloaded from CruisersOwnersForum http www CruisersOwnersForum com...

Page 78: ...ents around engine und electrictJl compo nents Personal injury or damage tJre boat 9 occur POSSmLE CAUSE SOLUllON Fuel valves are closed or fuel Check fuel valves or fill tank tank is empty Contaminat...

Page 79: ...om prop shaft or NOTE Some vibration is propeller rudder by reversing prop or cutting and normal due to engine and pulling away obsuuction prop action Bent prop or shaft Replace prop or shaft as neces...

Page 80: ...ht bulb burned out Generatur will not start DC main circuit breaker in OFF position No power at AC outlets Ground fault circuit interrupter tripped 10 4 SOLlJIlON Reduce overload or distribute load ev...

Page 81: ...ruction in one shower or sink water line Shower sump overtlows SUMP PUMP circuit breaker in the tripped or OFF position Discharge lines blocked or pinched Pump or automatic switch is defective SOLUTIO...

Page 82: ...tum circuit breaker OFF position ON Low battery charge Charge the batteries Flush water seacock not open Open seacock Inlet pedal valve not working Have head serviced by authorized dealer Head will no...

Page 83: ...ption correct such defect by replacing nonconforming goods or parls Such repairs and or new parts are war ranted for the unel pired portion of the original warranty or for 90 days whichever is longer...

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