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Steering Systems - Section G

Steering Systems

The tilt mechanism is spring loaded. Due to the 

variation in steering wheel offerings, the wheel 

may spring up rapidly when depressing the 

release lever. ALWAYS KEEP ONE HAND ON 

THE WHEEL DURING TILT ADJUSTMENT 

OR INJURY MAY OCCUR.

C.  Power Steering

Power.steering,.featured.on.most.models,.is.com-

prised.of.an.engine-mounted.pump,.hoses.and.

steering.cylinder..Power.steering.works.in.conjunction.

with.the.helm.and.steering.cable.to.move.the.transom.

mount.tiller.arm.and.vertical.drive.more.smoothly.

This.is.a.“power.assist”.system.and.can.greatly..

reduce.steering.effort.required..It.is.not,.however,.a.

full.power.steering.system.as.is.used.in.automobiles..

Some.steering.tension.remains.in.the.system.

On.models.with.power.steering,.restricting.movement.

of.the.steering.cable.will.limit.or.stop.the.steering.

system’s.hydraulic.assist.

NOTICE

DO NOT interfere with or restrict steering  

cable movement through the last 0

o

 of bend 

at the engine. DO NOT use cable retainers, 

clamps or tie straps. Using one or all of these 

could restrict the cable movement near the 

engine. DO NOT tie wiring harnesses or other 

control cables to the steering cable. Make sure 

the deck coaming pads and bulkheads allow 

for steering cable movement in all positions  

of trim.

If.the.power.steering.becomes.inoperative,.steering.

will.be.harder.and.more.effort.will.be.needed.to.steer.

the.boat..Check.for.a.broken.or.loose.belt.on.the.

power steering pump. Also, low fluid levels in the 

power.steering.pump.reservoir.will.cause.hard.steer-

ing..If.these.items.are.not.the.source.of.the.problem,.

check.for.equipment.or.other.items.lying.on.or.up.

against.the.steering.cable.at.the.back.of.the.boat...

The.cable.must.be.free.and.clear.to.slide.back.and.

forth..Any.item.blocking.free.movement.of.the.cable.

will.result.in.harder.steering.and.possible.damage..

to.the.steering.cable..

G - 1  GENERAL

Four.Winns

®

.boats.are.equipped.with.a.rotary.steering.

system..Tilt.and.power.steering.are.available.on.most.

models..

A.  Rotary Steering

In.the.rotary.system,.a.rotary.drum.assembly.is.

mounted.under.the.dash.behind.the.steering.wheel.

with.a.one-piece.cable.running.through.the.boat.into.

the.engine.compartment..At.the.transom,.the.cable.

turns.and.is.connected.to.the.engine.

B.  Tilt Steering

If.equipped.with.tilt.steering,.depress.the.release.lever.

(adjusting.tab).with.your.thumb.to.tilt.the.steering.

wheel..Be.sure.to.hold.the.top.of.the.wheel.to.assist.in.

positioning..Release.the.lever.once.the.steering.wheel.

is.in.the.position.desired..See.Figure.G-1..Refer.to.

the.steering.manufacturer’s.literature,.included.in.the.

owner’s.packet,.for.additional.information.

Figure G-1:  Tilt Steering Option

The tilt mechanism should not be adjusted 

when the boat is moving. Sudden boat move-

ment may cause loss of balance resulting in 

loss of control and/or injury.

Summary of Contents for FUNSHIP

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Page 3: ...you do not receive the response you expect I invite you to contact me directly Your feedback is invaluable to us as we strive to become the world s most customer focused recreational boat brand A thorough review of this Owner s Manual will help you make the most of your boating experience It not only includes information specific to the model you have purchased but guidelines for better boating as...

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Page 5: ...ngine 20 A 10 GROUNDING AND TOWING 20 A 11 BOATING EDUCATION 21 A Boating Courses 21 B Boating Manuals or Literature 21 C Charts and Maps 21 D Laws and Regulations 21 A 12 BOAT OWNER REGISTRATION 21 A 13 ACCIDENT REPORTING 22 A 14 DISCHARGE OF OIL 22 A 15 DISPOSAL OF PLASTICS OTHER GARBAGE 22 A 16 MARPOL TREATY 22 BOATING SAFETY 24 B 1 GENERAL 24 A Required Safety Equipment 24 B Personal Flotation...

Page 6: ...3 X Maintenance Bulkhead and Deck Integrity 33 Y Maintenance Air Conditioning 33 Z Maintenance Liquid Drains 33 AA Carbon Monoxide Monitor Applicable Models Only 33 B 3 SAFE BOATING PRACTICES 34 A Drugs and Alcohol 34 B Safe Operation 34 C Passenger Safety 34 D Propeller 34 E First Aid 35 F Operation By Minors 35 G Rules of the Road 35 H Voluntary Inspections 35 I Safe Boating Courses 35 B 4 WATER...

Page 7: ...TRUMENTATION 51 E 1 GENERAL 51 E 2 ENGINE EXHAUST 51 E 3 ENGINES 52 E 4 PROPELLERS 52 A Diameter 52 B Pitch 52 C Prop Slip 52 E 5 RUNNING ANGLE POWER TRIM TILT 53 A Power Trim 53 B Power Tilt 53 E 6 TRIM TABS 53 A Control Listing 54 B Induce Planing Controlling Trim Angle 54 C Trim Tab Maintenance 55 E 7 INSTRUMENTATION 55 A Tachometer Hour Meter Gauge 55 B Speedometer 56 C Temperature Gauge 56 D ...

Page 8: ...tion 66 H 3 12 VOLT ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT 66 A Helm Equipment 66 B Installation of Additional 12 Volt Equipment 67 C Interior Equipment 68 H 4 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE 68 A Battery Maintenance 68 B Electrical Wiring Maintenance 68 H 5 STRAY CURRENT CORROSION 69 A General 69 B Galvanic Corrosion 70 C Corrosion Prevention 70 FUEL SYSTEMS 71 I 1 GASOLINE FUEL SYSTEMS 71 A System Testing 71 B Fuel...

Page 9: ...ins 82 D Bilge Compartment Drainage 82 INTERIOR EQUIPMENT 83 L 1 INTEGRATED SINK 83 L 2 INTEGRATED SINK COOLER 83 L 3 BUILT IN ICE CHESTS 83 L 4 REFRESHMENT CENTER 83 L 5 HEADS 84 L 6 STEREO 84 L 7 BURLWOOD HELM ENHANCEMENTS 84 L 8 ANCHOR LADDER STORAGE 84 L 9 AFT SWIM PLATFORM AND LADDER 84 L 10 IN FLOOR SKI LOCKER 85 L 11 BOW STORAGE 85 L 12 BOW FILL IN CUSHIONS 85 L 13 STERN SEAT STORAGE 85 L 1...

Page 10: ...AL INFORMATION 97 A Bimini Top Aft Main 97 B Forward Bimini Canvas 98 C Camper Canvas 98 D Forward Cover 99 E Cockpit Cover 99 F Mooring Cover 99 O 2 TRAILERING 99 O 3 WINTER STORAGE 100 O 4 CARE AND MAINTENANCE 100 O 5 CARBON MONOXIDE AND USE OF WEATHER COVERS 101 FIBERGLASS AND HULL 102 P 1 HULL DESIGN INFORMATION 102 P 2 FIBERGLASS CONSTRUCTION 102 P 3 EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION 102 P 4 FIBERGLASS ...

Page 11: ...R INFORMATION 115 A Regulations 115 B Load Carrying Capacity 115 C Hitches 116 S 2 TRAILER COMPONENTS 116 A Bunk Supports 116 B Tongue 117 C Swivel Jack 117 D Coupling Assembly 118 E Surge Brakes 118 F Winch 119 G Tires Wheels 120 H Spare Tire Carrier 120 I Lights 120 J Tie downs 121 S 3 OPERATION 121 A Hitching Trailers 121 B Backing Up with Surge Brakes 123 S 4 TRAILERING 124 A Checklist 124 B T...

Page 12: ...4 A Trim Tabs Applicable Models Only 134 B Tilt Trim Control Switches 135 T 8 NAVIGATION LIGHTS 136 T 9 HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS 136 A Storms 136 B Fog 137 C Running Aground 137 B Warning Markers 137 T 10 REACTING TO EMERGENCIES 137 A Flooding 137 B Capsizing and Man Overboard 138 C Capsizing 138 D Man Overboard 138 E Collision 138 F Fire 138 G Medical Emergency 139 H Propulsion Failure 139 I Control ...

Page 13: ...ur specific boat model Equipment such as engines and other accesso ries are manufactured by others The information provided in this manual is intended to be used in conjunction with the information provided by the manufacturers of this equipment All information available at the time of manufacture has been included with your owner s packet In many cases replacement of manufacturer s literature may...

Page 14: ... follow these instructions you can damage your boat hurt yourself or someone else or even worse have a fatal accident This symbol and signal word indicate a potentially hazardous situation If you ignore this safety message property damage or minor or moderate personal injury MAY or CAN result This symbol and signal word indicate a potential hazard If you ignore this safety message serious injury o...

Page 15: ...E SUBJECT TO SUBSTANTIAL CIVIL PENALTIES AND OR CRIMINAL SANCTIONS INCLUDING FINES AND IMPRISONMENT Oil Discharge Plate Specific Models Only Location Not Shown Trash Overboard Decal Specific Models Only Location Not Shown This manual has been compiled to help you operate your boat with safety and pleasure It contains the details of the boat the equipment supplied or fitted its systems and informat...

Page 16: ...nently attached below the deck hull joint on the starboard aft corner Below are letters corresponding to the various locations for each item on the drawings See the following pages of this section for the actual wording of each of the various warning labels found on your boat A Hull Identification Number Plate G Capacity Label B Gasoline Vapor Blower Warning H Ski Tow Warning C Helm Boarding Ladde...

Page 17: ...RS AND OPERATE BLOWER FOR FOUR MINUTES AND VERIFY BLOWER OPERATION RUN BLOWER WHEN VESSEL IS OPERATING BELOW CRUISING SPEED ROTATING PROPELLER CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH SHUT OFF MOTOR WHEN NEAR PERSONS IN WATER Imprinted Labels on Ignition Panel Capacity Label See actual capacity plate affixed to boat for actual capacities CAPACITY WARNING LABELS SAMPLE ...

Page 18: ...Label Gasoline Vapor Blower Warning Label CO Swim Platform and Lounging Area Warning Label Ski Tow Warning Label No Ventilation Do Not Store Fuel Warning Label Transom Side Door Warning Label Rotating Propeller Helm Warning Label CO Cabin Warning Label Certain Models Only CO Helm Warning Label ...

Page 19: ...Owner s Manual Page 15 Preface Winning Edge Sticker NMMA Certified Sticker Flush Out Warning Label Optional Canadian Conformity Label EU Builders Plate CE Certification Plate Export ...

Page 20: ...oy etc could at some time save your passen gers lives or save your boat from damage The Coast Guard Auxiliary offers a Courtesy Examina tion This inspection will confirm the boat is equipped with all of the necessary safety equip ment Operation A 4 PASSENGER SAFETY You are responsible for the safety of your passen gers as well as for their behavior while aboard Make sure 1 Each passenger is proper...

Page 21: ... Before Starting The Engine 1 Check the weather forecast Determine if the cruise planned can be made safely 2 Be sure all necessary safety equipment is on board and operative This includes items such as the run ning lights horn spotlight life sav ing devices etc 3 Check the bilge water level and bilge pump op eration Check the en gine and drive fluid levels Look for other signs of potential prob l...

Page 22: ...al detent idle position 2 Turn key switch to START position and hold until engine starts DO NOT hold in START position for more than ten seconds In colder weather more priming may be necessary However too much priming may flood engine If engine floods Disengage shift Move handle to full throttle position Turn key switch to the START position Immediately move the control handle to the neutral deten...

Page 23: ...o FORWARD always pause at NEU TRAL and allow engine speed to return to idle 4 If engine does not start after step 3 a Move the remote control handle throttle lever to full throttle position then return to 1 4 throttle b Turn ignition key to START Release key when engine starts and allow switch to return to ON position D Warm Engine Starting Carbureted Engines 1 Move control handle to the neutral d...

Page 24: ...ould check the hull and under water gear at the first opportunity DO NOT continue to use the boat if the condi tion of the hull or underwater equipment is ques tionable If towing or being towed is absolutely necessary use the strongest lines available and attach them to the bow eyes or stern eyes only Have all passen gers slip on life jackets and take a seat in the cabin or other protected area 5 ...

Page 25: ... Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration website at http nauticalcharts noaa gov mcd ccatalogs htm state In addition many federal agencies publish recre ational maps including the US Army Corp of Engi neers the Forest Service the National Park Service and the Tennessee Valley Authority Addresses of all state boating law administration offices are found in the Boating Basics A Guide to Responsible B...

Page 26: ...hibits the discharge of oil waste into or upon the navigable waters of the United States or the waters of the contiguous zone if such discharge causes a film or sheen upon or a discoloration of the surface of the water or causes a sludge or emulsion beneath the surface of the water Violators are subject to a penalty of 5 000 A 15 DISPOSAL OF PLASTICS OTHER GARBAGE Plastic refuse dumped in the wate...

Page 27: ...rinas boat dealerships and marine equipment suppliers A special placard is available for boats operating on the Great Lakes NOTICE IMPORTANT It is illegal to discharge waste from your marine sanitary device toilet into the water in most areas It is your responsibil ity to be aware of and adhere to all local laws concerning waste discharge Consult with the Coast Guard local marina or your dealer fo...

Page 28: ...emain in a satisfac tory position while in the water Body weight and age should be considered when selecting a PFD The buoyancy provided by the PFD should support your weight in water The size of the PFD must be appropriate for the wear er Body weight or chest size are common methods used to size PFDs It is your responsibility to ensure that you have the proper number and types of PFDs on board an...

Page 29: ...board should know the location s and proper operation of the fire extinguisher s FIRE In case of fire do not open the engine compart ment Shut down engine s generator s and blower s Discharge entire contents of fixed fire suppression system if equipped If using a portable CO2 fire extinguisher continuously discharge entire contents On European mod els discharge contents through fire port Figure B ...

Page 30: ...signal devices approved by the US Coast Guard are required on all recreational boats operating on coastal waters and to boats owned in the United States when they are operating on the high seas Coastal waters include territorial seas and those waters directly connected to the Great Lakes and the territorial seas up to a point where the waters are less than two miles 3 2km wide Visual distress sign...

Page 31: ...ontribute to carbon monoxide accumulation The most com mon ones are listed in this section If a person is exhibiting carbon monoxide type symptoms Refer to B 2E Symp toms be sure to take the neces sary pre cau tions as prescribed later in this sec tion NOTICE Boats fueled by diesel have limited carbon monoxide present in the exhaust in compari son to gasoline engine exhaust However the boat owner ...

Page 32: ... and move affected person s to a fresh air environment A Properties and Characteristics of Carbon Monoxide 1 Carbon monoxide is a colorless odorless and tasteless gas It is commonly referred to as CO 2 Its weight is about the same as air so it can not be expected to rise or fall like some other gases but will distribute itself throughout the space NOTICE DO NOT rely on the use of smell or sight of...

Page 33: ...at structures 3 Observe the victim s 4 Administer oxygen if available 5 Contact medical help If the victim is not breathing perform rescue breathing or approved cardiopul monary resuscitation CPR as appropriate until medical help arrives and takes over 6 Investigate source of CO and take corrective action NOTICE Prompt action can make the difference be tween life and death G Inspection Look and li...

Page 34: ...boat s exhaust The operation mooring and anchoring in an area containing other boats may be in an atmosphere containing CO not of the operator s making An operator likewise needs to be aware of the effect of their boat on other boats in the area Of prime concern is the operation of an auxiliary generator where boats are moored along side each other Be aware of the effect your exhaust may have on o...

Page 35: ...titude and Sea Conditions Operation at altitudes greater than 5 000 feet con tributes to inefficient engine performance and may require adjustments to the ignition systems fuel sys tems or changing the propeller s size or gear ratio 1 Failure to make adjustments to ignition sys tems and or fuel systems for altitude conditions may cause an increase in CO production Figure B 12 Operating at Slow Spe...

Page 36: ...pection Repair or replace components as indicated Inspect the following 2 Reduced power resulting from increased altitude may require adjustments to propeller size 3 Heavy sea or out of trim conditions tend to load engines resulting in reduced performance and thereby increasing their CO production S Portable Generator Sets Never use a portable generator on a boat Gasoline powered portable generato...

Page 37: ...st CO intrusion Some drains that are below the waterline when boat is underway will be above the waterline when the boat is at rest The location of drains relative to the waterline can be affected by the dynamics of boat motion i e underway or at rest AA Carbon Monoxide Monitor Applicable Models Only A carbon monoxide CO monitor if applicable will sound an alert should carbon monoxide reach an uns...

Page 38: ...nd helm boarding ladder warning label below Never approach or use ladder when motor is running Severe injury or death will result from contact with rotating propeller Ladder Warning Label B 3 SAFE BOATING PRACTICES NOTICE YOU are responsible for your own safety the safety of your passengers and the safety of fellow boaters A Drugs and Alcohol Alcohol consumption and boating do not mix Operating un...

Page 39: ...cussed in further detail in C 1 C 2 of the next section H Voluntary Inspections State boating officials in many states or the US Coast Guard Auxiliaries offer courtesy inspections to check out your craft They will check for compliance with safety standards and required safety equipment You may voluntarily consent to one of these inspections and you are allowed to make corrections without prosecuti...

Page 40: ...n even after the engine is off Stay at least 150 feet away from areas marked by diver down float See Figure B 16 Figure B 16 Diver Down Float 10 Do not drive the boat directly behind a water skier At 25 miles per hour the boat will overtake a fallen skier who was 200 feet in front in about 5 seconds B Water Skiing Wakeboarding Kneeboarding The popular sport of water skiing has brought a special se...

Page 41: ... cut or sever causing serious injury or death Switch engine off before skiers enter the water and before taking skiers aboard Do not leave engine running in neutral Accidently engaging shift can seriously injure skier 10 Do not water ski between sunset and sunrise It is illegal in most states For more information about waterskiing wakeboard ing and or kneeboarding please visit the American Water S...

Page 42: ...Rules of the Road for both federal and state waterways you must stop if signaled to do so by enforcement officers and permit them to board if asked The Navigational Rules International Inland Rules of the Road can be obtained from the US Coast Guard website at www uscgboating org Many pamphlets prepared by the US Coast Guard are available They explain signal lights buoys safety international and i...

Page 43: ...way As prescribed in the Rules of the Road both boats must act to avoid collision 6 Night Running Boats operating between sunset and sunrise hours vary by state or in conditions of reduced visibility must use navigational lights Nighttime operation especially during bad weather or fog can be danger ous All Rules of the Road apply at night but it is best to slow down and stay clear of all boats reg...

Page 44: ...ight ATON lights flash in regular patterns For example they may flash every three seconds or in groups such as two flashes and a pause There are a number of flashing patterns which help you identify the light at night To identify blasts if intent is not clear A short blast is one or two seconds long A long blast is 4 to 6 seconds long The Navigational Aids Chart at the end of this section lists th...

Page 45: ...oise means engine noise radio noise or even yelling by people on your boat Good seamanship demands that you operate your boat quietly so as not to infringe on the rights of others Do not use thru hull exhaust unless you are well offshore G Anchoring The weight of the anchor and diameter of anchor line should be governed by the size and weight of your boat Keep anchor secure while underway to pre v...

Page 46: ...nchoring ISBN 0 915160 64 1 Seven Seas United States Coast Guard Auxiliary Boating Skills and Seamanship LC74 164688 illus ISBN 0 930028 00 7 US Coast Guard Bottomley Tom Boatman s Handbook illus 316 p ISBN 0 688 03925 1 Hearst Marine Book Morrow Whiting John and Bottomley Tom Chapman s Log and Owner s Manual 192 p ISBN 0 686 96737 2 Hearst Marine Book Chapman Charles F and Maloney E S Chapman s P...

Page 47: ... form each boating season to assure an ample supply The Fuel Log is a handy way to record information covering engine hours fuel consumption miles traveled as well as RPM revolutions per minute average MPH miles per hour and GPH gallons per hour The Service Maintenance Log provides a record of maintenance work completed the date of completion and the engine hour reading This log also helps you ide...

Page 48: ...y of the embossed Winning Edge card upon receipt You should receive your Winning Edge card within approximately 30 days from the day of your boat purchase If you have not received your Winning Edge card within this time frame please contact your Four Winns selling dealer for resolution If upon receipt of the card you discover a discrepancy please notify Four Winns at 231 775 1343 A correct ed Winn...

Page 49: ...escribed The dealer is to check off the items as they are completed and complete the form as indicated providing specific performance related information appropriately Your Four Winns dealer will sign the Pre Delivery Inspection Form of the Warranty Registration Card upon completion of the work You will also be asked to sign the Pre Delivery Inspection Form upon ac cepting delivery of the boat You...

Page 50: ...nd showing consideration for the creatures who thrive in these environments are some ways you can help assure the pleasure of boat ing for years to come The operator is also responsible for complying with the following procedures and operational requirements State registration Insurance Warranty registration Warranty terms and conditions Rules of the road Break in procedure Proper maintenance of t...

Page 51: ...________ Boat Model ___________________________________________________ Date of Purchase ___________________ NAME ADDRESS CHANGE FORM Name Address ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ Telephone E Mail Address ____________________...

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Page 53: ...___________________________ The warranty may be transferred only once Registration of the second owner is required and the amount of the transfer fee is indicated on the warranty statement of the Warranty Registration Card Transfer of the remainder of the warranty must occur within five 5 years of the original retail sale The transfer fee must be paid within fifteen 15 days of purchase of the used...

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Page 55: ... manual espe cially Sections I on Fuel Systems and Sec tion F on Control Sys tems 2 ENGINE EXHAUST The carbon monoxide in exhaust fumes can be haz ardous It is important for you and your pas sengers to be aware of the potential safety hazard created by exhaust fumes Familiarize yourself with the symptoms of individuals over come by carbon monoxide and most importantly ways you can protect yourself...

Page 56: ...ropulsion engine while everyone on board is sleeping Fatal carbon monoxide poison ing can occur For additional information refer to Section B 2 Carbon Monoxide 3 ENGINES Consult the Engine Owners Manual included in the owner s packet for additional operation and mainte nance information 4 PROPELLERS Knowledge of the propeller is most easily gained through better understanding of the terminology us...

Page 57: ...ional infor mation can be found in the engine operator s manu al included in the owner s packet B Power Tilt Power tilt allows the operator to raise and lower the drive for trailering launch ing and beach ing Additional information on power tilt can be found in the engine operator s manual included in the owner s packet NOTICE DO NOT operate the motor with the water intakes out of the water Severe...

Page 58: ...ould handling difficulties arise When running in a displacement very slow speed mode better efficiency will be obtained with the trim tabs in the full up position Before leaving the dock and utilizing the trim tabs ensure the trim tabs are in the full up posi tion Press both lower halves of the trim tab switches and hold for approximately 10 seconds until the tabs are full up A Control Listing Win...

Page 59: ... on Four Winns models are equipped with a complete set of individual engine in strument gauges These instrument gauges allow the boat operator to constantly monitor the opera tional condi tion of the engine Close observa tion of these instrument gauges could save the engine from damage A Tachometer Hour Meter Combination Gauge The tachometer indicates the speed of the engine in revolutions per min...

Page 60: ...or a water pump malfunction NOTICE Operation of an over heat ed en gine can re sult in en gine sei zure If an un usu ally high tem pera ture read ing oc curs shut the en gine off im me di ately D Oil Pressure Gauge 4 in 1 Gauge The oil pressure gauge indicates the pressure in the engine lubrication system A significant drop in oil pres sure is a possible indication of an oil pump or other leak age...

Page 61: ...g as power is supplied even if the unit is turned off at the keypad 2 Depth alarm Shallow mode Pressing the ON OFF MODE keypad again displays the SH shallow depth alarm setting This is the shallowest water that will activate the alarm Press and hold the up or down arrow keypads to adjust the read ing to the desired depth Depth alarm Deep mode Pressing the ON OFF MODE keypad again displays the DP d...

Page 62: ...attached to the op erator s PFD clothing arm or leg Be sure to attach the lanyard to a place where it is free of obstructions and to something that will move with the operator if he or she leaves the helm station If the engine shuts down because this switch was activated the clip may have to be reinstalled on the interrupter switch before the engine can be started Keep emergency stop switch lanyar...

Page 63: ...ous metal objects away from the compass The close proximity of metal objects e g beverage cans can cause compass devi a tion NOTICE Four Winns continually strives to improve its products Unit specifications including standard and optional equipment are constant ly being modified Equipment availability is also subject to change without notice The most current and accurate informa tion available at ...

Page 64: ...ulate engine speed and ensure shifting is done at low engine speed A start in neutral only feature which prevents starting in gear is included Refer to F 3 Neutral Safety Switch in this section Also the side mount control has a neutral lock button to prevent accidental shifting It must be squeezed to permit shifting from neutral to for ward or reverse Built into the control is a trim control which...

Page 65: ... may be necessary to locate the neutral position and disengage the safety cutout switch Control or cable adjust ments are required to correct this condition should it persist See your Four Winns dealer for necessary control and cable adjustments F 4 CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE Periodic inspections of the control cables and all connections should be made Signs of loose ness rust corrosion wear cable...

Page 66: ...ecomes inoperative steer ing will be harder and more effort will be needed to steer the boat Check for a broken or loose belt on the power steer ing pump Also low fluid levels in the power steer ing pump reser voir will cause hard steer ing If these items are not the source of the problem check for equipment or other items lying on or up against the steering cable at the back of the boat The cable...

Page 67: ... cleaned areas with a moisture displacing lubri cant and apply a light coat of good quality marine grease Do this with the ram fully extend ed See Figure G 2 If the power steering system cannot be corrected on board proceed at a reduced speed The boat will be steerable but with increased effort Return the boat to your Four Winns dealer as soon as possible to correct the power steering system If eq...

Page 68: ...storage or used infrequently clean the cable ram as instructed earlier Cycle the steering several times when applying lubricant If at any time the steering system becomes stiff has an excessive amount of freeplay or shows any change in its operating characteristics contact your Four Winns dealer to have the system inspected ...

Page 69: ...el Refer to Figure H 1 and to the wiring schematics in the back of this manual When installing the battery proceed as follows 1 Connect the red positive cable running from the engine starter solenoid to the positive battery terminal 2 Connect the black negative battery cable running from the engine block to the negative battery terminal When dis con nect ing the ca bles from the bat tery make sure...

Page 70: ...d panel switches are protected by a separate fuse panel located under neath the helm console Access to the fuse panel may be gained by going underneath the helm console De scrip tions of individ ual switch es are describe in the following When installing dual batteries proceed as fol lows 1 Connect each of the red battery cables lead ing from the battery selector switch to the positive terminal on...

Page 71: ... accumu lated in the bilge or engine areas Gasoline vapors can explode resulting in injury or death Before starting the engine check the engine compart ment bilge for gasoline or vapors Operate blower for four 4 minutes and verify blower operation Run blower when vessel is operating below cruising speed To verify blower is operating place your hand over the vents DO NOT rely on the sound of the bl...

Page 72: ...ment to operate improperly Be sure to provide proper fuse protection for all 12 volt equip ment that is in stalled Acces sory current should be limited to 15 amps if the connection is made to the fuse block If an ACC switch is used again the current should be limited to 15 amps Gauge s and or 12 volt equipment may oper ate improperly and cause possi ble inter nal damage at higher levels C Interior...

Page 73: ... i h W n w o d m i r T e u l B e t i h W p u m i r T d e R e t i h W r e w o p m i r T k c a l B d n u o r G n e e r G y a r G t h g i l w o B e u l B y a r G t h g i l n r e t S Note Some of these colors can serve more than one type of circuit Figure H 3 Wiring Color Codes H 5 STRAY CURRENT CORROSION A General Electrically induced underwater corrosion occa sionally affects boats and their related...

Page 74: ...ive metal is usually in creased and the attack on the less active metal is decreased as compared to when these metals are not touching C Corrosion Prevention Anti corro sion an odes are attached to the bottom of the gimbal housing to prevent corrosion to your stern drive and underwa ter parts These anodes will be slowly eroded away by galvanic action and require periodic inspection Please refer to...

Page 75: ...ciation and the American Boat and Yacht Council in effect at the time of manu fac ture Tanks on Four Winns boats are locat ed forward of the aft bilge compartment below the floor Please see specifications included in your owner s packet for fuel tank capacities or visit our website at www fourwinns com NOTICE Use only clean fuel of the type and grade recom mend ed by the engine manu factur er Engi...

Page 76: ... be used as a guide until spe cific information on your boat is deter mined Because of boating conditions speed weight and other factors common to your situa tion fuel consumption will vary between your boat and consumption figures devel oped by Four Winns C Anti Syphon Valves The fuel withdrawal line is equipped with an anti syph on valve where the line attaches to the fuel tank This valve preven...

Page 77: ...contains alco hol Refer to the section on gasoline require ments in your engine manual for additional information To conform to Federal Air Quality Stan dards the petro leum indus try reduced the amount of tetra eth yl lead in gasoline Alcohol is be ing blended with gasoline to help restore the octane rating lost when the lead was removed While blending alcohol with gas oline increases the oc tane...

Page 78: ...me blended gasoline is being used and follow these recommendations below 1 Inspect fuel hoses often A deterio rated hose containing alcohol blend ed gasoline will nor mally be soft and swollen A deteriorating hose contain ing no fuel will normally be hard and brittle In both cas es the hose should be replaced 2 Ventilate the engine compartment before starting the engine s Operate the engine compar...

Page 79: ...models may have integrated coolers along with the trash receptacle and sink located in J 1 GENERAL Some Four Winns models are equipped with a fresh water supply system This system consists of a water sup ply tank water distribution lines and a distribution pump Refer to Figure J 12 at the end of this section for general water system diagram The water fill deck plate is located either on the aft de...

Page 80: ...olid surface counter top C Forward and Aft Showers A forward shower is available on certain models An aft shower may also be available on certain models The water supply system can be used for shower ing or washdown purposes See Figure J 3 Figure J 3 Transom Shower The fresh water tank which supplies water to the transom washdown is usually located in the rear engine compartment on the port side o...

Page 81: ... 5 A Separate the units Figure J 5 B Figure J 5 A B Separate Porta Potti With the waste tank lower section sitting flat open valve by pulling handle out Figure J 5 A Add deodorant through the valve opening Fig J 6 B Use Thetford Holding Tank Deodorant sample in cluded in built in storage compartment Fig J 6 C Add water to cover tank bottom Close valve and replace deodorant Figure J 6 D Figure J 6 ...

Page 82: ... steps 1 2 above to pump out the water used in step 3 to flush the holding tank 5 Add waste holding tank treatment chemical avail able from the dock side pumping station operator to the head Flush at least twice Be careful when handling and storing treat ment chem i cals Not only are they toxic but they will also stain and damage surrounding sur face Bellows Flush Operation 1 Pull out holding tank...

Page 83: ...t Also refer to Section R for Mainte nance It will be necessary to remove the top holding tank of the portable head to fill with water Refer to the manufacturer s literature included in the owner s packet regarding the use care and maintenance of the porta potti J 7 SYSTEM MAINTE NANCE Be sure the battery s in the boat are properly charged Operating the pressure pump from a battery with a low char...

Page 84: ...Owner s Manual Page 80 Water and Waste Systems Section Figure J 12 General Water System Diagram Water System ...

Page 85: ...e bilge blower mounting screws and then tightening evenly usually reduces noise considerably K 2 HULL DRAINAGE SYSTEMS A Transom Drain A transom drain with plug is provided in the engine compartment to allow water drainage When the boat is out of the water the boat and trailer should be positioned so any bilge water accu mula tion during dry stor age will flow towards the tran som Be sure the drai...

Page 86: ...reeze in the bilge C Liner Drains Fiberglass liners with liner drains are standard on most models Fiberglass liners can be cleaned easily by hosing the floor The water will drain into the bilge and be pumped overboard by the bilge pump D Bilge Compartment Drainage Certain bulkhead areas of Four Winns boats are sealed in accordance with U S Coast Guard regula tions effective at the date of manufact...

Page 87: ...e L 3 BUILT IN ICE CHESTS Most Funships have a built in ice chest located in the bow underneath the center bow cushion Along with the integrated ice chest a 36 quart removable cooler s is included The cooler can be stored beneath the port hinged seat for the Funship models The second Interior Equipment removable cooler available on certain models can also be stored in a specially designed cooler s...

Page 88: ...yn thetic mahogany for the instrument panel and ignition switch panel For care and upkeep infor mation refer to Section Q 3 Burlwood Mahogany in this manual 8 ANCHOR LADDER STORAGE Funship models have a built in anchor ladder locker It is located at the bow of the boat Simply lift the anchor lid to gain access to the anchor ladder locker The ladder located inside is a 3 step telescoping ladder whi...

Page 89: ...or death will result from contact with rotating propeller NOTICE Always secure the ladder before boating Damage to the ladder may otherwise result L 10 IN FLOOR SKI LOCKER A feature on most Funships is an in floor ski locker Some models have two The locker s allows for storage of skis tow ropes personal floatation devices etc The storage lid s is hinged and includes a gas assist shock for ease of ...

Page 90: ...tion L 15 WALK THRU DOORS Walk thru doors are standard or an optional feature on certain Funship models The walk thru doors are designed to keep out the wind and weather making for a warmer cockpit area See Figure L 12 Figure L 12 Walk Thru Doors ...

Page 91: ...ll up on the cleat When finished with the cleat push in and the cleat will remain in its retracted position until the next time you desire to use it See Figures M 1 and M 2 Please consult your Four Winns dealer for details Figure M 1 Pull Up Cleat Extended Figure M 2 Pull Up Cleat Retracted Four Winns Boats are not equipped with any hardware designed for towing pur pos es The mooring cleats that a...

Page 92: ...OTICE Read the label before using any product DO NOT use abra sive clean ers M 3 WINDSCREEN A low profile windscreen is optional on certain Fun ship models The windscreen is made of plexiglass and creates an aggressive profile on the water See Figure M 4 Refer to Section Q 6 Acrylic Plastic Plexiglass for care and cleaning D Bow Scuff Plate Option Available on certain models is an optional stainle...

Page 93: ...f cleats To prevent a possible man overboard situation make sure the transom walk thru backrest door is in place before each cruise See Figure M 5 Prevent falls overboard Secure transom walk thru backrest and stay inside cockpit while underway Figure M 5 Transom Walk Thru Backrest Door To prevent personal injury swim platform must not be occupied and transom walk thru backrest door must be in plac...

Page 94: ...s have an optional wakeboard tower available See Figure M 7 The towers come with a variety of features which will sure to please the wakeboard enthusiasts Please see your Four Winns Dealer for information regarding this option Refer to Section B 4 Water Sports of this manual for safety guidelines Figure M 7 Wakeboard Tower Do not use ski tow fitting or wakeboard tower for lifting or parasailing Fi...

Page 95: ...n of the boat When pulling a water skier this permits the spotter to be in the proper position to observe N 1 EXTERIOR SEATING A Cockpit Tables A cockpit table with mount displayed in Figure N 1 is available as either standard or optional equipment on most Funship models Table bases are flush mounted for convenience and safety Table legs are removable for easy storage To remove the table leg simpl...

Page 96: ...position using the tilt lever knob on the steering column Lift adjustment lever up to move forward and back Figure N 5 Bucket Seat Slider The bucket seat also comes standard with flip up bolster By simply flipping up the bolster the driver is able to sit higher in the seat This is designed to give the driver greater flexibility increased visibility and riding comfort NOTICE The bucket seats may or...

Page 97: ...oper lifting techniques to prevent possible back injury 2 Place the prop rod into the u shape holder in the hatch and lower the hatch so the prop rod sup ports the hatch Note Ensure you lower the screw jack enough to allow the engine hatch to rest on the rod Always use the engine hatch s prop rod when working on the engine This provides added safety while helping to prolong the life of the screw j...

Page 98: ...mmonia and hydrogen peroxide To remove stains follow the general guidelines listed here and or refer to the Step by Step Cleaning Instructions table General Stain Removal Guidelines 1 Basic Stains Grease Pencil Dirt Ivory mild Dishwashing Soap and water or Fantastik Spray Cleaner applied with a medium soft brush or Vinyl Finish Vinyl Cleaner using a soft clean cloth then rinse with a soft clean cl...

Page 99: ...t leaves berries etc These and other items can contain dyes that stain permanently Utilize weather covers whenever possibly to protect vinyl from potential stains NOTICE ALWAYS CLEAN STAINS IMMEDIATELY DO NOT use 409 Cleaner or Armorall on vinyl Do not use kerosene gasoline or acetone as they will remove the protective marine topcoat NOTICE All cleaning methods must be followed by a thorough rinse...

Page 100: ...intenance such as vacuuming hosing or washing should be performed Most stains and mildew are easily removed from carpet made with Olefin fiber using common household cleaners Refer to Table I Olefin fiber is so resistant to chemi cal attack that Clorox bleach may be used to clean up any mildew that may result from exces sive wet ness Most stains should be easily removed however if the stain persis...

Page 101: ...s consist of 100 acryl ic material and is color matched to the boat The mooring covers are made of 10 ounce acrylic and come in dark tan mica only Never use any form of open flame cook ing device while under in any area fully en closed or near any acrylic weather cover This mate rial is flammable During the manu facture of the weath er covers the smallest possi ble needle and high est quality UV s...

Page 102: ...le for tautness You may choose to run your Funship with the bimini top either fully deployed or folded together closed and secured with the boot provided Either way it is designed to remain mounted No storage is provided for this top in your boat NOTICE Use two people to remove the bimini top win ter storage This will help minimize the risk of injury and help prevent damage to the uphol stery the ...

Page 103: ...d be in the down position or removed entirely This will prevent damage and loss Figure O 4 Camper with Forward Bimini Certain types of bimini camper canvas are designed for use while at rest only Visibility is greatly reduced when bimini camper canvas is deployed Do not operate your Funship with this type of canvas fully deployed See Figure O 5 Remove and boot canvas prior to beginning your cruise...

Page 104: ...ent mildew Spraying the weather cover with Lysol Disinfec tant or simi lar product will help pre vent mildew 2 Dirt creates a starting point for mildew when mois ture is present Clean the top with a sponge or soft scrub brush and mild detergent when the cover is installed Make sure cover is taut to help prevent shrinkage 3 Chemicals cause decay if allowed to accumu late for long periods of time Ke...

Page 105: ... more information refer to Section B 2 Carbon Monoxide in this manual The carbon monoxide in exhaust fumes can be hazardous It is important for you and your pas sengers to be aware of the potential safety hazard created by ex haust fumes Familiarize yourself with the symptoms of individuals overcome by carbon monoxide and most importantly ways you can protect yourself and your guests See Figure O ...

Page 106: ...reful when selecting a cleaning agent Hand dishwashing detergents are usually gentle and are recommended for cleaning gel coat Cleaning P 1 HULL DESIGN INFORMATION Four Winns boats are designed using the sound en gineering and mathematical prin ciples of hydro statics hydrodynamics structure and strength of materials The materials utilized provide optimum strength at the lightest possible weight T...

Page 107: ...600 wet or dry sandpaper followed by fine rubbing compound and wax When using wax or fine rubbing compounds make sure to read the label and follow the direc tions Some helpful tips are listed below products such as Ivory or Dawn hand dish washing liquid can be safely used Always read the label before using any product NOTICE DO NOT use acetone paint thinner sol vents or strong alkaline based deter...

Page 108: ...edure above If the stain is not removed by the hand dishwash ing soap or mild cleanser then the next proce dure is to use either denatured or rubbing alco hol If this does not work consult your Four Winns dealer for profes sional assistance NOTICE DO NOT use acetone ketone or other solvents to remove stains These chemi cals are flammable and may damage the gel coat P 5 FIBERGLASS REPAIRS Fiberglas...

Page 109: ...n of an epoxy barrier coat should be considered This will help prevent the possibility of reoccurrence of blisters Your Four Winns dealer or local ship store will have informa tion on barrier coat prod ucts structural integrity of the boat In most cases they are cosmetic and can be treated Cosmetic surface dam age can be repaired as follows 1 Sand the surrounding area with medium or fine grit sand...

Page 110: ...urface must be clean and slightly rough to ensure paint adhe sion Prior to application of the antifouling paint the boat owner may consider coat ing the hull bottom with an epoxy coating Four Winns recommends this procedure as a preventive and effective means of controlling osmotic blistering Most major antifoul ing paint manufacturers also supply a line of epoxy undercoatings Consult your Four Wi...

Page 111: ...e up any spills immedi ately Q 3 BURLWOOD MAHOGANY Mahogany enhancements are available on some models They consist of a finished synthetic burlwood mahogany This synthetic burlwood mahogany may be found in the instrument gauge panels switch panels and ignition switch panels Additionally a woodgrain steering wheel is available for most models as a standard or optional feature See Figure Q 1 Figure ...

Page 112: ...ve any dried on dirt or mud 3 Wash using a soft grit free cloth or sponge and mild nonabrasive soap or detergent 4 Rinse thoroughly with water 5 Blot dry using a clean damp chamois NOTICE Never use a dry cloth duster glass cleaning solutions or citrus cleaner on acrylic plastic NOTICE Do not use solvents such as acetone silicone spray benzine carbon tetrachloride fire ex tinguisher fluid dry clean...

Page 113: ...esh water system Disconnect all hoses check valves etc and blow all the water from the system using very low air pressure The use of nontoxic fresh water system antifreeze is recom mended as an alternative to disas sembling the water system Refer to Section J 7 System Main tenance in this manual for information on winter izing the water sys tem 5 Winterize the head as recommended by the head manuf...

Page 114: ...applicable should be used to clean the engine of unwanted salt mud sludge etc which may have accumulated in the engine cooling system Before winterizing the engine flush out the system for about ten minutes A Volvo Penta Engine Flush Out Four Winns Installation Make sure that no section of flush hoses is in contact with moving or hot engine parts or abrasive surfaces such as screw threads sharp ed...

Page 115: ...e boat in or out of the water and the engine ON See MerCruiser s engine operator s manual for the specific engine flushout procedure For out of water flushing avoid possible injury by removing the propeller and ensure that no people or animals are in the area of the drive unit while flushing Contact with moving drive components and the propeller can cause per sonal injury or death To flush out the...

Page 116: ...o r h T t s e T h c t i w S y t e f a S l a r t u e N n o i t a c i r b u L l o r t n o C d n a e l b a C s m e t s y S g n i r e e t S G n o i t c e S o t r e f e R n o i t c e p s n I n o i t c e n n o C d n a e g a k n i L t n e m t s u j d A b a T e u q r o T e v i r D n r e t S e c i v r e S g n i r e e t S r e w o P r e r u t c a f u n a M e h t y b d e d n e m m o c e R s A s t n e m t s u ...

Page 117: ... t a r e p O e l o h t r o P t n e m p i u q E r o i r e t n I L n o i t c e S o t r e f e R e c n a n e t n i a M d a e H r e r u t c a f u n a M e h t y b d e d n e m m o c e R s A n o i t c e p s n I g n i t t i F l l u H u r h T g n i n a e l C r o t a r e g i r f e R r e l o o C n a e l C d e r i u q e R s A m e t s y S l e u F e v o t S e c n a n e t n i a M e v o t S r e r u t c a f u n a M...

Page 118: ... d i S l l u H x a W e g a m a D r o f s a e r A s s a l g r e b i F t c e p s n I s r i a p e R p U h c u o T r o n i M m r o f r e P t n i a P g n i l u o F i t n A y l p p A e R d n a l l u H d n a S e c n a n e t n i a M e t i s o p m o C k r o w d o o W Q n o i t c e S o t r e f e R d r a o B r a t S n a e l C d e d e e N s A p o t r e t n u o C s e l b a T t i p k c o C n a e l C d e d e e N...

Page 119: ...r components or abnor mal tire wear A trailer with too high of a load carry ing capacity that is sprung for heavy loads can dam age a lighter boat S 1 GENERAL TRAILER INFORMATION The trailer must properly match the boat s weight and hull design Four Winns trailers are designed specifically for certain models only Please consult our website at www fourwinns com or your Four Winns dealer for applica...

Page 120: ... bouncing against the bunk sup ports NOTICE Im pro per trail er setup can cause hull dam age NOTICE DO NOT over load your trail er by plac ing cam ping gear or other heavy equi p ment in the boat DO NOT ex ceed the GVWR rat ing Dam age to the hitch cou pler or trailer may occur For trailers the steps to determining correct load limit are 1 Locate the statement The weight of cargo should never exce...

Page 121: ...d clevis pin s NOTICE The tongue will exert some pressure on the clevis pin s It may be necessary to lift push or wiggle the tongue to remove the clevis pin s 3 Pivot the tongue towards the trailer as far as it will go To reinstall follow this procedure in reverse order 1 Pivot the tongue until the clevis pin hole s is aligned NOTICE When extending tongue ensure that the brake line and wire harnes...

Page 122: ...ssembly To unlock the coupler pull the locking trigger upward with your index finger and lift the locking lever To lock push the locking lever down See Figure S 5 Figure S 5 Coupling Assembly This may also be applicable to certain types of Surge Brake Actua tor and Coupling Assemblies E Surge Brakes Surge brakes are available on certain model trailers manufactured by Four Winns Surge brakes operat...

Page 123: ...andle may spin backwards Lower the load into a safe position before releasing the han dle The safety pin provided with the trailer or a padlock must be inserted completely in the coupler latch hole This ensures the coupler s latch remains in the locked position during towing of the trailer Refer to Section S 3 Operation for addi tional information on couplers and hitching to the tow vehicle NOTICE...

Page 124: ...t NOTICE DO NOT use an air wrench or other pow er equipment to install lug nuts on alumi num Mag wheels Damage to the wheel may result Lug nuts should be torqued to 85 foot pounds Examine the tires frequent ly for snags bulges excessive tread wear separa tions or cuts Refer to the manu factur er s literature included in the owner s packet for more informa tion NOTICE The warranty of the tire is ad...

Page 125: ...heck with your local auto parts store or ask your Four Winns dealer for assistance Consult your dealer for state trailer regulations concerning lighting and other optional equip ment J Tie downs The boat should be secured to the trailer by tie downs to prevent damage to the hull The boat may shift or bounce against the bunks or hull supports if not secured It may also slide or fall off the trailer...

Page 126: ...ate to state Please check the local laws in your state To ensure proper engagement of the actua tor s coupler to the tow ball DO NOT use a multi piece ball an incorrectly sized ball or a worn damaged ball Please refer to the trailer s certification plate cou pler or actua tor on the trailer for Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR or visit our website at www fourwinns com Trailers with a GVWR of 7000 ...

Page 127: ... before proceeding Be sure the tow vehicle and trailer are level and have a positive tongue load This will allow the brake actuators to function properly on trailer models having such braking systems Be sure to read the manufacturer s literature included in the owner s packet before towing your Four Winns boat and trailer B Backing Up With Surge Brakes Follow the steps listed above for hitching th...

Page 128: ... Before trailering inspect the bearings for wear and adequate lubrication When travel ing check the wheel hubs during stops at gas stations restaurants or other places If the hub feels abnormally hot the bearing should be inspect ed before contin uing the trip Remove the safety pin from the latch coupler position and insert pin fully into the reverse lockout position hole See Figure S 15 Reverse l...

Page 129: ...ics NOTICE Be sure to check the towing vehicle manufactu rer s literature for recommen da tions on towing 1 Install outside rear view mirrors on both sides of the towing vehicle to improve vision Check the rear view mirrors at frequent intervals to be sure trailer and boat are riding smoothly 2 Allow at least one car and trailer length be tween vehicles for each 10 mph DO NOT tailgate 3 Use low ge...

Page 130: ...nufact urer s litera ture included in the owner s packet for additional information on the brake system C Swivel Jack Keep the swivel jack clean of dirt tar and mud Lubricate every six months The swivel jack s inner ram should be lubricated with SAE 30 weight oil The top cover may be removed to lubricate the gears with wheel bearing grease Replace all worn and damaged parts ALWAYS use the manufact...

Page 131: ...ng grease J Bearings Wheel bearings and seals should be inspected at the same time as brakes Have worn or defec tive parts replaced Grease bearings and seals at this time and at the end of the boating season Bearing Protectors should be greased three to four times a year A grease fitting is provided Four Winns uses the Accu Lube bearing protection system on its trailers The Accu Lube design is sub...

Page 132: ... When reinstalling wheel the following tight en ing procedure is recommended by the manu facturer a Place wheel lug nuts on by hand to start b Tighten initially to 15 20 ft lbs Apply 20 pounds of pressure to wrench 12 long using cross tightening se quence Proceed to finish tightening to 85 ft lbs Applying 85 pounds of pressure to wrench 12 long will yield 85 ft lbs of torque c Re torque after firs...

Page 133: ...d kit etc Open engine compartment Inspect for fuel odors and visible leaks in the fuel oil coolant exhaust and power steering systems Visually inspect engine for cracked hose defective belts or other signs of engine problems Check engine oil and battery water levels Check power steering fluid level Check battery electrolyte range Check fuel level Fuel tanks should be filled to slightly less than c...

Page 134: ...readily available 4 Do not store fuel in areas that are not adequately ventilated 5 Use only fuel lubricants recommended by the engine manufacturer C Pumping Fuel Follow engine manufacturer s recommenda tions for types of fuel and oil Use of improper products can damage the engine and void the warranty 1 Be sure to fuel in a well lit area gasoline spills are unnoticeable under poor lighting or in ...

Page 135: ...d be seated Passengers should remain seated during loading of the boat to maintain an even trim T 3 LOADING PASSENGERS AND GEAR NOTE All boats under 20 feet in length must have a capacity rating plate showing the recommended person capacity as well as the maximum capacity of the boat including persons and gear When loading your boat remember to distribute the load evenly Keep the load low and do n...

Page 136: ...e has warmed up check water temper ature gauge to ensure engine temperature stays within optimum range If temperature reading is abnormally high stop engine immediately and inspect for cause of high reading 7 With engine running voltmeter should show a reading between 12 and 15 volts Passengers seated in the bow area should not obstruct the driver s vision IMPORTANT Passengers are prohibited from ...

Page 137: ...he boat before slowing down Tell your passengers your inten tions to allow them time to make adjustments to their balance or positions Slowly pull back on throttles glance back and see if a large following wave is approaching the transom If so give the engines a little throttle as the wave arrives to keep wave from rolling over the transom 8 Check steering operation Turn steering wheel full to por...

Page 138: ...nto plane At this point your boat will be plowing through the wa ter with the bow down too far Trim the lower unit up slightly until the bow comes up If you trim the lower Once you have spent enough time practicing maneu vers and have a feel for how the boat handles you will be ready to run in open waters T 6 ACCELERATION Before accelerating to bring you boat on plane be sure that the area in fron...

Page 139: ...ing Doing so can se verely damage the lower unit and engine NOTE Refer to the control instructions regarding the power trim controls installed on your boat unit out too far your boat will porpoise or the propel ler will cavitate and the bow will slam up and down on the water Your boat is trimmed correctly when it is just short of porpoising or propeller cavitation under ideal running conditions Tr...

Page 140: ...n chored or moored While underway use the naviga tion light switch to turn on the stern white port red and starboard green lights Lights are off when switches are in the OFF position T 9 HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS A Storms Storms sometimes appear without advance notice Although weather information from meteorological ob servation and reporting stations is available weather bureaus are known to have fail...

Page 141: ... the drive unit strikes an underwater hazard check for boat and drive unit damage If the engine vibrates exces sively after striking an underwater obstruction it may indicate a damaged propeller If vibration is notice able return to port slowly to prevent further drive and engine damage from an out of balance condition Watch the temperature gauge to make sure you do not overheat the engine If the ...

Page 142: ...for the cause of the flooding Check all hoses through hull fittings seacocks and strainers If flooding occurs as a result of collision or grounding damage call for assistance and head for shore if possible B Capsizing and Man Overboard By far the largest number of boating fatalities involve capsizing and falling overboard accidents By being prepared ahead of time with an appropriate plan of action...

Page 143: ...boat I Control Failure In the unlikely event of a shift throttle failure shut down the engine immediately Carefully check the control connections in the engine compartment to see if they are secure If not try to locate the attach ing hardware and reassemble If that is not possible try to use whatever is available such as paper clips hair clips tape etc to secure the connections If a temporary repa...

Page 144: ...place fenders over the side between the boat and the dock B Mooring After you have positioned your boat next to the dock you must secure it with mooring lines to keep it in position Mooring lines must be long enough to secure your boat in any docking situation For example the length of the lines for a 16 foot runabout should be at least 15 feet An eye splice at the end of each line works well with...

Page 145: ...upports a portion of the deck BEAM WIND A wind blowing against the side of the vessel perpendicular to the long axis of the vessel BILGE The lowest interior area of a hull used to collect water that has entered BILGE PUMP A pump intended for removal of spray rainwater and the normal accumulation of water due to seepage and spillage not intended for damage control BINNACLE The stand or support for ...

Page 146: ...t covering over a compart ment hull or any part thereof DESIGNATOR Model identifier or model name 1 to mark or point out indicate show specify 2 to denote indicate signify 3 to name entitle style DINGHY A small open boat used for ship to shore transportation DISPLACEMENT The weight of water dislocated by the hull of a vessel DISPLACEMENT HULL A hull that displaces a volume of water equal to the we...

Page 147: ...Toward the bow FREEBOARD The minimum vertical distance from the surface of the water to the gunwale FREQUENCY The number of crests passing a fixed point at a given time FRONTS Where opposing warm and cold air masses meet generally producing a band of wet stormy weather wherever they meet GALLEY The kitchen area of a boat GALVANIC CORROSION A potential electrical difference exists between dissimila...

Page 148: ... con nect all the local points on a weather map These lines are usually closed and define high or low pressure air masses ISOTHERMS Isotherms are lines that are similar to Isobars except that Isotherms connect all the points that are of equal temperature JETSAM Refuse that sinks when discharged overboard KEDGE S One or more anchors set out from a grounded vessel usually astern to 1 keep it from be...

Page 149: ...earing a notice advertisement message etc PLANING HULL At slow speeds a planing hull will displace water in the same manner as a displacement hull As speed is increased the hull provides a lifting effect up onto the surface of the water POINT One of 32 points of the compass that is equal to 11 1 4 degrees PORT 1 Looking forward the left side of a boat 2 A harbor 3 An opening for light or ventilati...

Page 150: ...e controlled by the steering wheel STEM The leading edge of a boat s hull STERN The back of a boat STRINGER A fore and aft continuous member used to provide a vessel longitudinal strength STRUT A propeller shaft support that is below the hull SUMP A pit or well into which water is drained SUPERSTRUCTURE Deck houses and other structures extending above the deck THWART A seat or brace running latera...

Page 151: ... LINE The line of the water on the hull when the vessel is afloat WATCH A 4 hour duty period while at sea WAVES Waves are periodic disturbances of the sea s surface caused by wind seaquakes and the gravitational pull of the moon and the sun ...

Page 152: ...__ Smoke Signals _________________ Flashlight ___________________ Food ___________________________ Paddles _______________________ Water ______________________ Anchor _________________________ Raft or Dinghy __________________ EPIRB ______________________ Sea Anchor _____________________ Navigation Equipment Compass ____________________ Loran ________________ GPS ______________ Radar _____________...

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Page 163: ... LT 2S 2 1 WATER PUMP WATER PUMP IN BRN GRN 14AWG ORN BRN 14AWG P17 WATER PUMP 2P 2 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 P04 RADIO 12S PUR BLK ORN GRN RED BLK RED ORN BLK GRN BLK ORN GRN RADIO RET RADIO PWR MEM RADIO SWITCH FWD PORT SPKR FWD PORT SPKR RET AFT PORT SPKR AFT PORT SPKR RET FWD STBD SPKR FWD STBD SPKR RET AFT STBD SPKR AFT STBD SPKR RET NOT USED BLU BLK BLU BLK 14AWG S10 WATER PUMP SWITCH ORN...

Page 164: ... DOWN TRIM UP TRIM POWER START HELM POWER BILGE POWER BLK BLU YEL 14AWG J25 BLOWER 2S YEL BLK 14AWG 2 1 SH01 SPEEDO HOSE DS01 DEPTH SOUNDER CABLE PUR 14AWG BLK 10AWG RED PUR 10AWG TAN GRA PUR WHT LT BLU YEL RED WHT RED WHT BLU WHT GRN ENGINE I O P17 ENGINE 1 5 6 3 2 10 8 7 1 3 2 7 9 ENGINE ALARM 8 FUEL LEVEL 7 TRIM POSITION 6 OIL PRESS 5 WATER TEMP 4 TACHOMETER 3 DASH LIGHTS 2 IGNITION 1 BLK DASH ...

Page 165: ...T 1 COMPASS LT RET ORN RED 12AWG 6 BLK F07 CABIN LIGHTS 10A BLU RED BLK BLU RED BLK GRA GRN BLK GRN GRN BLK RED 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 RED J08 FWD SYSTEMS 9S FWD PORT SPKR FWD PORT SPKR RETURN FWD STBD SPKR FWD STBD SPKR RETURN FWD NAV LIGHT FWD COCKPIT LTS NAV LIGHT RET CABIN LIGHT CABIN LIGHT RET ORN RED 12AWG 20A F10 12V RECEPT ENG HATCH BLK 4 RED PUR 14AWG 2 BLK 12AWG RETURN FEED 9 RED PUR 14AWG RE...

Page 166: ...INAL SS PG 8 16 14 SOCKET UMNL 18 14 TERMINAL SS PG 8 12 10 FUSE 40 AMP ATC FUSE HOLDER ATC STYLE AMPLIFIER GROUND CONDUIT BLACK P E 3 8 QUANTITY 2 2 1 1 4 1 1 REF REF 24 ITEM F99 FH01 AMP99 GND99 CT01 FOUR WINNS PARTS LIST 48 SUB WOOFER AMP REMOTE ON 40 SUB WOOFER REAR RT SPKR AMPLIFIER REMOTE ON 3 3 6 6 6 REAR LT SPKR AMP GND AMP POWER 230 24 24 16 AP99 GND99 24 3 027 2515 NOTES 1 LENGTHS SHOWN ...

Page 167: ...1 1 2 08 08 02 08 08 08 02 08 75 02 02 08 08 08 08 08 08 LIGHT BATT N C TEMP GND OIL FUEL SIG GND BAT I S GND 1 5 4 3 2 LT BLU M06 COMPASS J01 INSTRUMENTS 6 PRODUCTIONRELEASE DATE REVISED BY EN DESCRIPTION 025 3245 1 1 NTS 4 5 04 T WOODARD REVISIONS DISCLOSUREOFTHISINFORMATIONWITHOUTPERMISSIONOFFOURWINNSISPROHIBITED ALLDIMENSIONSAREININCHESUNLESSOTHERWISENOTED DONOTSCALEDRAWING 616 779 2331 905FRI...

Page 168: ... 12V ACC START IGN IN IGN BREAKER IGN BREAKER IN BLOWER IN BLOWER IGNITION 2 7 3 S08 BLOWER YEL 14AWG BLK 14AWG BLK 14AWG ORN RED 14AWG R26 12V RECEPTACLE ORN YEL 14AWG RED PUR 14AWG RED PUR 14AWG RED PUR 14AWG P08 PORT IGN PANEL 12P YEL RED ORN RED 14AWG 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 GRA GRN YEL 14AWG 12 PUR 14AWG RED PUR 14AWG 15 CB01 PORT IGNITION RED PUR 14AWG YEL RED S B I S09 PORT IGNITION 8 GRA GRN MAN...

Page 169: ... ORN YEL 14AWG YEL 14AWG PUR 14AWG J08 PORT IGN PANEL 9S BLK 14AWG ORN RED 14AWG R25 12V RECEPTACLE BLK 14AWG 025 3247 PANEL ASSEMBLY STBD HELM BURL FS SD 05 CONFIDENTIAL DISCLOSURE OF THIS INFORMATION WITHOUT PERMISSION OF FOUR WINNS IS PROHIBITED ALL DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED SHEET OF DRAWN BY CHECKED BY APPROVED BY DATE DATE DATE DWG NUMBER SCALE TOLERANCES TITLE SIZE T WO...

Page 170: ...224 244 274 FUNSHIP FORWARD SYSTEMS HARNESS ASSEMBLY Electrical Schematics Owner s Manual Page 166 ...

Page 171: ...OWN TRIM UP TRIM POWER START HELM POWER BILGE POWER BLK BLU YEL 14AWG J25 BLOWER 2S YEL BLK 14AWG 2 1 SH01 SPEEDO HOSE DS01 DEPTH SOUNDER CABLE PUR 14AWG BLK 10AWG RED PUR 10AWG TAN GRA PUR WHT LT BLU YEL RED WHT RED WHT BLU WHT GRN ENGINE I O P17 ENGINE 1 5 6 3 2 10 8 7 1 3 2 7 9 ENGINE ALARM 8 FUEL LEVEL 7 TRIM POSITION 6 OIL PRESS 5 WATER TEMP 4 TACHOMETER 3 DASH LIGHTS 2 IGNITION 1 BLK DASH RE...

Page 172: ... HELM AFT SYSTEMS 15S P06 SWITCH HELM SYSTEMS 15P 8 10 3 11 12 9 23 J17 NEUTRAL SAFETY 3 3 P05 POWER TRIM 20 2 1 P11 ESS C D C C JJW 4 25 03 19691 FUSEF04TO15AWAS10A REMOVEDWIREFROMP04 2TOS07IG ADDEDWIREFROMP04 2TOP04 3 42 42 43 42 42 42 42 02 42 02 41 41 D C D JJW 5 2 03 19691 ADDEDPUR BLKWIREFROMP04 3TO PUR BLK SO7 IGN ACCESSORY 42 S07 IGN ACC D 28 BREAKOUT TO LINE UP WITH END OF FUSE BLOCK FB01...

Page 173: ...7 2680 FOUR WINNS PARTS LIST J84 STEREO 16S J84 STEREO 16S S01 CLARION STEREO HARNESS S01 CLARION STEREO HARNESS PRODUCTION RELEASE A DRAWN BY CHECKED BY APPROVED BY DATE DATE DATE DWG NUMBER TOLERANCES TITLE SIZE REVISIONS REVISION LEVEL DATE DESCRIPTION REVISED BY 905 FRISBIE STREET CADILLAC MI 49601 EN SCALE DO NOT SCALE DRAWING DISCLOSURE OF THIS INFORMATION WITHOUT PERMISSION OF FOUR WINNS IS...

Page 174: ... FRONT SPKR 8 RIGHT FRONT SPKR RET 9 RIGHT REAR SPKR 10 RIGHT REAR SPKR RET 11 AMP SWITCH 12 BLK YEL RED WHT WHT BLK GRN GRN BLK GRA GRA BLK PUR PUR BLK BLU WHT J04 STEREO 12P S01 CLARION STEREO HARNESS DESCRIPTION REVISIONS DWG NUMBER DATE APPROVED SCALE DATE CHECKED SHEET OF DATE DRAWN SIZE 1 1 NTS 4 28 03 TITLE TOLERANCES 1 16 FRACT 06 2PLCS 5 ANG 020 3PLCS CADILLAC MI49601 905FRISBIESTREET 616...

Page 175: ...PKR AMP GND AMP POWER 205 24 24 16 AP99 GND99 24 3 F99 AMPLIFIER FUSE FH01 AMPLIFIER FUSE HOLDER CT01 CONDUIT BLACK 3 8 76 76 BLK10AWG 15 15 42 19 76 76 TO STBD ENGINE GND STUD ON VP TO BATTERY NEG ON MCM GND99 GRA BLK12AWG GRA RED12AWG 40A AMP99 F99 AMPLIFIER RED GRA10AWG TO STARTER STUD ON VP TO BATTERY POS ON MCM AMPREMOTEON TOSTEREOCONNECTOR BLU WHT RO99 RED GRA10AWG BLK10AWG AMPPOWER AMPGROUN...

Page 176: ...X480M CH1 2 FREQ 100Hz 12 o clock CH1 2 FILTER LP SOURCE SELECT 2CH BASS CH1 2 MONO CH3 4 STEREO CH3 4 FREQ 100Hz 12 o clock RANGE X1 Out CH3 4 FILTER HP Remote Turn On Blue White 25A FUSE 25A FUSE CH1 CH2 CH3 CH4 GROUND BATTERY REMOTE Ground Connect directly to negative 12VDC terminal of battery or distribution block Power Connect directly to positive 12VDC terminal of battery or distribution blo...

Page 177: ...WN IS FROM EDGE OF PANEL XX 02 S01 ENGINE HATCH 41 41 REVISION LEVEL 4 1 5 6 RED TAN 14AWG 3 2 6 1 2 3 6 5 4 7 JJW 19145 PRODUCTION RELEASE EN DATE REVISED BY A PANELASSEMBLY ENGINEHATCH 025 3057 DISCLOSUREOFTHISINFORMATIONWITHOUTPERMISSIONOFFOURWINNSISPROHIBITED ALLDIMENSIONSAREININCHESUNLESSOTHERWISENOTED DONOTSCALEDRAWING 616 779 2331 905FRISBIESTREET CADILLAC MI49601 3PLCS 020 ANG 5 2PLCS 06 F...

Page 178: ...RED12AWG 40A AMP99 F99 AMPLIFIER RED GRA10AWG TO STARTER STUD ON VP TO BATTERY POS ON MCM AMPREMOTEON TOSTEREOCONNECTOR BLU WHT RO99 RED GRA10AWG BLK10AWG AMPPOWER AMPGROUND AMPLIFIER REMOTEON REARLEFTSPKR REARRIGHTSPKR FRONTRIGHTSPKR FRONTLEFTSPKR BLU WHT GRA RED12AWG GRA BLK12AWG J99 DECK CONECTOR TERMINALS TO UMNL SOCKETS WERE TYPE III SOCKETS 20717 10 6 03 JJW A 027 2517 NOTES 1 LENGTHS SHOWN ...

Page 179: ... 125 60153 4 WIRE TYPE PER SAE J1128 5 ALL WIRES 16AWG UNLESS INDICATED XX REVISIONS REVISION LEVEL DATE DESCRIPTION REVISED BY PRODUCTION RELEASE EN A O 020 5 1 16 06 ANG 3 PLCS 2 PLCS FRACT 231 779 2331 CADILLAC MI 49601 905 FRISBIE STREET DO NOT SCALE DRAWING 1 1 N T S SIZE TITLE TOLERANCES SCALE DWG NUMBER DATE DATE DATE APPROVED BY CHECKED BY DRAWN BY SHEET OF ALL DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES UNL...

Page 180: ...E DRAWN BY CONFIDENTIAL 616 779 2331 CADILLAC MI 49601 905 FRISBIE STREET BAT1 COMM S01 BATTERY SWITCH BILGE MANUAL OUT BILGE MANUAL IN BILGE AUTO BRN RED BRN PNK BRN ORN J25 BATTERY SWITCH 4S 4 3 2 1 6 6 J25 BATTERY SWITCH BILGE PUMP 5A OFF GUEST D01 S01 FH01 F01 025 1962 5A F01 AUTO BILGE ON NOTES 1 ALL DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES 1 INCH 2 WIRE COLOR PER FOUR WINNS COLOR CODE 125 60000 3 TERMINATIO...

Page 181: ...EASE REVISED BY DESCRIPTION CHECKED BY DATE EN NUMBER REVISION LEVEL REVISIONS PANEL ASSEMBLY BATTERY SWITCH SINGLE BATTERY 02 07 97 K E H 01 01 N T S 025 1999 DISCLOSURE OF THIS INFORMATION WITHOUT PERMISSION OF FOUR WINNS IS PROHIBITED TITLE TOLERANCES 2 PLCS 3 PLCS ANG SHEET OF APPROVED BY CHECKED BY DWG NUMBER DATE SCALE DRAWN BY CONFIDENTIAL 616 779 2331 CADILLAC MI 49601 905 FRISBIE STREET B...

Page 182: ...ODE JUMPER FUSE IN AUTO BILGE BILGE MANUAL IN BILGE MANUAL OUT MANUFACTURER AMP AMP AMP AMP ITC ITC ITC BUSS BUSSMAN AMP GUEST FUNCTION 02 10 11 42 AUTO BILGE AUTO BILGE MANUAL BILGE FUSE DESIGNATOR AUTO BILGE AUTO BILGE BATTERY SWITCH BATTERY SWITCH DESCRIPTION TERM FASTON 250 18 14 TERM RING PG 1 4 18 14 TERM RING PG 3 8 18 14 SOCKET UMNL 18 14 PANEL BLANK BATTERY SWITCH BOX NUT 10 24 KEPS S S S...

Page 183: ... J25 CR03 J25 FUNCTION BAT1 FEED BAT2 FEED DIODE JUMPER FUSE IN AUTO BILGE BILGE MANUAL IN BILGE MANUAL OUT MANUFACTURER AMP AMP AMP AMP ITC ITC ITC BUSS BUSSMAN AMP GUEST FUNCTION 02 10 11 42 AUTO BILGE AUTO BILGE MANUAL BILGE FUSE DESIGNATOR AUTO BILGE AUTO BILGE BATTERY SWITCH BATTERY SWITCH DESCRIPTION TERM FASTON 250 18 14 TERM RING PG 1 4 18 14 TERM RING PG 3 8 18 14 SOCKET UMNL 18 14 PANEL ...

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