Four Winds V475, Owner'S Manual

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Owner’s Manual Page 160 Pre-Launch and Underway - Section S
A. Preliminary Checks
1. Secure boat to the dock before attempting to start
engine. The boat should be kept secure until the
engine is running and warmed up.
2. Operate the bilge pump until the flow of water
stops.
3. Make sure the throttle is in the neutral position.
B. Starting
To prevent excessive exposure and reduce the
possibility of carbon monoxide accumulation in
the cockpit areas of the boat, the operator
should provide adequate ventilation in each of
these areas. Utilize hatches, doors, windows
and side vents to increase air movement. See
Section B-2 for information about the dangers
of Carbon Monoxide.
Notice: Additional starting information is located in
Section A.
1. Activate the batteries by placing the switches on
the 12VDC cabin panel to the ON position. Place
the Helm Main circuit breakers to the ON posi-
tion. Check all electrical systems and navigation
lights.
2. Activate the Bilge Blower. Check the blower
output.
Fuel vapors can explode resulting in injury or
death. Before starting the engine, check engine
compartment bilge for fuel or vapors. Operate
blower for four minutes, and verify blower
operation. ALWAYS run the blower when the
vessel is operating below cruising speed.
3. Open the seawater seacocks on the drive units.
4. Turn the ignition key to the ON position “I” and
wait 20 seconds, allowing pre-heaters to acti-
vate.
S - 3 LOADING PASSENGERS AND GEAR
When loading your boat, remember to distribute the
load evenly. Keep the load low and do not overload.
Position passengers and gear so that the load is
balanced.
NOTICE
The NMMA Yacht Certification rating (indicated
by a yacht certification plate - see Preface
page 14) places the responsibility o n the
captain to make the determination as to the
appropriate load, load placement and number
of passengers permitted aboard the vessel.
When loading, always step into the boat, never board
by jumping. Have someone on the dock pass your gear
aboard. Secure all gear firmly so it doesn’t move or
interfere with operation of the boat. Passengers should
board the boat one-at-a-time and be seated.
IMPORTANT: Passengers are prohibited from riding
on the bow with feet hanging over the side or ride while
sitting on the stern, gunwales or seat backs. The Coast
Guard considers these acts to be negligent or grossly
negligent operation. They are prohibited by law be-
cause falls from moving boats are a major cause of
fatal recreational boating accidents.
IMPORTANT: The presence of the capacity plate does
not relieve the boat operator from the responsibility of
using common sense or sound judgment. Turbulent
waters and adverse weather conditions will reduce the
maximum load capacity rating of the boat.
S - 4 STARTING PROCEDURES
The operation and maintenance manual supplied with
your engine provides pre-start, starting and cold-
starting instructions. The following information is merely
a guide and not intended to explain in detail all starting
procedures and instructions. Refer to your engine
owner’s manual and Section A of this manual..