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Chapter 6: Maintenance and Service

Summary of Contents for Seafarer 228

Page 1: ...highly dependent on the operation maintenance and care of your boat so please read this manual thoroughly and keep it around for reference If you need further explanation or hands on help don t hesitate to ask the people at your Grady White dealership they have experience with the systems and operations of your boat If for any reason you need additional help please feel free to call us at the fact...

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Page 3: ...cation 2 4 Loading Capacity 2 4 Designated Occupant Positions 2 6 Carbon Monoxide 2 7 Propeller Safety 2 8 Watersport Safety 2 8 Suggested Boating Classes And Reading Material 2 8 Chapter 3 General Information Fueling 3 1 Environmental Protection Agency 3 2 Pollution Regulations 3 2 Discharge of Oil or Hazardous Substances 3 2 Disposal of Plastics or Garbage 3 2 Trailering 3 2 Predeparture 3 3 Cas...

Page 4: ... Yamaha Helm Master 5 3 Switch Panel 5 4 Chapter 6 Maintenance and Service General 6 1 Exterior Fiberglass Finish 6 1 Maintenance 6 1 Cleaning 6 1 Finish Waxing 6 2 Repairing 6 2 Bottom Paint 6 3 Grady Drives 6 3 Canvas 6 4 Maintenance of Canvas 6 4 Snaps and Zippers 6 4 Vinyl 6 4 Upholstery 6 5 Polyethylene Acrylic Vinyl 6 5 Scuppers 6 5 Caulking Gasket 6 5 Hardware Stainless Steel Rails 6 6 Hard...

Page 5: ...m Switch Panel 8 1 Auxiliary Fuse Block 8 3 Accessory Outlet 12 Volt 8 3 Battery Select Switch 8 3 Bilge Pump Float Switch 8 4 Bilge Pump Location 8 4 Carbon Monoxide Detector 8 4 Cockpit Shower 8 5 Compass 8 5 Engine Flushing System 8 5 Freshwater System 8 5 Hardtop 8 6 Head 8 6 Portable Head Operation 8 6 Portable Head With Deck Pump out 8 6 High Bilge Water Alarm 8 6 Main Circuit Breaker 8 7 Se...

Page 6: ...Table of Contents Chapter 9 Limited Warranty Registration Of Purchase 9 1 Five Year Hull Transferable Warranty 9 1 One Year Material And Workmanship Warranty 9 1 Warranty Claim Procedures 9 2 ...

Page 7: ...anual a book published by the National Marine Manufacturer sAssociation NMMA hasbeenincludedwithyourOwner sManualasasupplement This publication will be referenced in your Grady White Owner s Manual to present additional instructions and information on basic boating Warranty Information The Grady White warranty is located in the last chapter of this manual Upon the purchase of your new Grady White ...

Page 8: ...d periodic servicing of the boat in accordance with suggestions in the Owner s Manual and Packet Return the boat to the selling dealer for an engine inspection Refer to the engine s owner s manual for the proper maintenance schedule Grady White Boats has a permanent record of your boat which is retained under its Hull Identification Number HIN Data regarding equipment and accessories as well as de...

Page 9: ...ous situations which WILL cause severe personal injury or death if the warning is ignored WARNING This symbol alerts you to potentially hazardous situations or unsafe practices that COULD result in severe personal injury or death if the warning is ignored C AUTION This symbol alerts you to potentially hazardous situations that MAY result in minor personal injury or cause product or property damage...

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Page 11: ...times Sound Signaling Device Horn Bell Or Whistle Your Grady White is equipped with a horn that meets USCG requirements Visual Distress Signals USCG approved visual distress signals are required on U S waters See page 42 of the pamphlet Sportfish Cruisers Yachts Owner s Manual enclosed with this manual for more information Lighting Grady White boats are equipped with navigational lights that meet ...

Page 12: ...them whether they happen aboard your vessel or someone else s Anticipate and plan for specific situations such as fire man overboard collision etc to give you the confidence and ability necessary to handle an emergency The key is to remain calm For emergency procedures see Section 4 in Sportfish Cruisers Yachts Owner s Manual Rendering Assistance The owner or operator of a vessel is required by la...

Page 13: ...on the fundamentals of basic boating and safe operation in the event of an emergency While boating passengers should be located in a safe position Use hand holds and rails for steadiness Do not allow bow transom or gunwale riding The captain is ultimately responsible for their passenger s safety Keep your boat speed under control Respect for other boaters and those on shore are common courtesies T...

Page 14: ...designed and built your boat to the ABYC standard H 8 buoyancy in the event of swamping Basic flotation is defined as having enough foam in the boat to create buoyancy and prevent sinking under swamped conditions R LoadingCapacity Though overloading is a primary cause of many boating accidents improper loading is equally hazardous Boaters should know the amount of weight on board and evenly distri...

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Page 16: ... standing or seating positions that are appropriately sized and designed to be safely occupied at boat speeds in excess of 5 mph 4 3 knots Your boat s designated occupant positions are indicated by an X on this boat layout diagram Remain inthese areas and use the available grabrails or handholds while the boat is in motion to avoid injury or falling overboard ...

Page 17: ...s and canvas Maintain access to fresh air when occupying these areas with the engines or generator running Outboard engine exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide These fumes may concentrate at the motorwell area Do not board your vessel at the transom ladder with the engine s running Also do not occupy the motorwell area with the engine s running Operators need to be aware of the influence of other...

Page 18: ...gines were either thought to be in neutral but were not or when engines were accidentally or inadvertently engaged Before engaging in any towed watersport activities with your Grady White boat make sure that you and all participants are knowledgeable of the proper and safe practice relating to such activities WatersportSafety For additional information regarding watersport safety please refer to t...

Page 19: ...r training options and page 28 for information on charts and maps For further knowledge on boating we advise that you review the following publications Piloting Seamanship And Small Boat Handling Chapman Boatman s Handbook Tom Bottomly Sorensen s Guide To Powerboats Eric Sorensen For more information on boating safety courses in your area call Boating Education Hotline 1 800 336 BOAT 2628 US Coast...

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Page 21: ... to gasoline in some fuel blends that oxygenates the fuel to reduce emissions Use a 10 micron fuel filter to capture particulate contaminants that may be loosened from the fuel system due to the solvent nature of alcohol blended fuels Carry spare fuel filters with a 10 micron rating on your boat for emergency replacement if required Before Fueling Shut down all engines Turn battery select switch e...

Page 22: ...iliar with any local restrictions where you operate your vessel Passengers or crew members aboard your boat should also be notified of these regulations Discharge of Oil or Hazardous Substances The Federal Water Pollution Control Act prohibits the discharge of oil or hazardous substances which may be harmful into or upon U S navigable waters Disposal of Plastics or Garbage The MARPOL ANNEX V is th...

Page 23: ...ures for casting off and approaching the dock starting on page 51 of Sportfish Cruisers Yachts Owner s Manual Reboarding Ladder Your Grady White boat is equipped with a reboarding ladder In addition to allowing entry and exit of the boat for swimming or other activities in the water it also provides a means of unassisted reboarding in the event of someone falling overboard This ladder is located o...

Page 24: ...ake a bridle and tie it securely to the pad eyes on the transom with enough slack to clear the engines Pad the line wherever it comes into contact with the boat to prevent chafing Attach a tow line to the bridle so that it can slide from side to side to prevent too much pressure on a single pad eye The tow line should then be attached to the bow eye or to a bridle on the towed boat The tow line sh...

Page 25: ...as have rocks and stumps which could crack or puncture a fiberglass hull Be familiar with the boating area and use caution in shallow water General InformationOn Boat Handling The best method of learning how to handle and obtain the best performance from your boat is to practice and experiment After several hours of operation you should experiment with the throttle settings to discover the setting...

Page 26: ...oard distance measure between waterline and deck Gunwale Gunnel point where the deck and hull join Hatch an opening in the deck to provide access below Headroom vertical distance between the floor and over head structure or canopy ceiling Hull major component that provides a watertight platform buoyant enough to float a craft and its load Keel the major longitudinal member of a hull the lowest ext...

Page 27: ...l are added This extra load will affect the performance of your boat according to the distribution of the weight Another type of extra load that could affect performance is the accumulation of water in the bilge Keep the bilge dry to eliminate this type of problem Marine Growth Maximum performance is obtained only when your hull bottom is clean Marine growth on the bottom of the boat will increase...

Page 28: ...psasthepropellerrotates Pitchisthetheoretical notaccounting for slippage forward distance the propeller would move in one revolution An example of a propeller dimension would be 14 X 17 for a propeller having a diameter of 14 35 6 cm and a pitch of 17 43 8 cm PropulsionSystem Outboard The engine manufacturer supplies all vital information concerning your engine s in the OperationandMaintenanceManu...

Page 29: ...ront top portion of the helm pump Check the entire steering system regularly for oil leaks Unobserved leaks over a period of time will result in unresponsive steering and possibly loss of steering Refer to the steering manual for specific recommendations and additional maintenance requirements Any slow or sudden change in the feel of your steering system indicates an immediate need for a thorough ...

Page 30: ... allows opening the throttles on all engines without engaging the forward or reverse gear The active indicator will be illuminated during operation See Yamaha Helm Master Operation Manual for detailed instructions Reverse the shift mechanism to stop a boat that is moving forward This change in direction will provide a braking action and slow the boat C AUTION The braking action causes a wake which...

Page 31: ... DigitalEngines Helm Master The Yamaha display provides engine and boat information listed below The display of these functions and other graphics may be customized Please see the Yamaha owner s manual for detailed instructions on customizing Fuel Level This feature indicates the gas tank s fuel level Remember two things when reading this gauge The accuracy of your gauge varies with the attitude o...

Page 32: ...Trim Position This feature indicates the angle of thrust of the engine See Trim on page 4 1 for adjustment recommendations Battery Voltage Indicator This feature indicates the battery charge when the engine is off and indicates the alternator output when the engine is running A reading of 12 or 13 volts is normal indicating a fully charged battery Readings of 11 or below indicate a weak battery wh...

Page 33: ...tains a selected position but not a heading and primarily uses only idle RPM to do so Drift Point Drift Point allows the boater to drift the boat with the wind or the current it maintains a selected heading but not a position On the joystick are two control selector buttons The Joystick selector activates the joystick The remote control must be in the neutral center position for this selector to b...

Page 34: ...dicate the system is unlocked Press the Ignition button then the Start Stop button to start the engines To engage the Y COP security system touch the key to the panel after the engines are turned off A single audible beep indicates the system is immobilized The Command Link Plus display allows the operator to adjust and customize settings though some settings must be adjusted by an authorized tech...

Page 35: ... exterior finish maintenance of your Grady White is similar to the care you would give your automobile Do not use caustic highly alkaline cleaners or those containing ammonia These cleaning agents may darken gel coat The resulting stain is a chemical reaction and can be removed with a rubbing compound or by light sanding with 400 grit followed by waxing Also using common household bleach chlorine ...

Page 36: ...0 2250 RPM and an 8 inch 20 3 cm lamb s wool pad C AUTION Keep buffer moving Do not allow it to rest in one spot Heat build up will quickly distort the surface C AUTION Compounding too often or excessive compounding can wear away the gel coat When buffing is complete wash away compound with fresh water and dry the area Once the area is clean it may be waxed This will enhance the gloss while provid...

Page 37: ...Up Kit included with your product when it shipped from the factory Please follow the instructions for using the Touch Up Kit Your bracket is made from marine grade aluminum Should you desire to coat your bracket with anti fouling or bottom paint chose a paint that is intended for aluminum Follow the paint manufacturer s instruction exactly Caution must be taken to separate bottom paints not intend...

Page 38: ... steam press or dry in an electric or gas dryer This will damage the canvas fabric Water repellent was applied to your canvas during manufacturing The repellent may have diminished after extended cleaning Re treatment of the fabric is recommended after extended cleaning Do not use wax based treatment products Use a water based repellent like Apseal or Uniseal Scotchguard is effective for short ter...

Page 39: ...crylic can be maintained with mild soap and water and a soft cloth Scuppers Grady White boats have self bailing cockpits meaning water on the cockpit floor drains by gravity through large aft scuppers and not into the bilge The aft drains scuppers have an external scupper flap assembly that restricts the flow of water back into the boat Inspect the flaps periodically to make sure they are free of ...

Page 40: ... to three weeks if stored in an outside marine environment Strong cleaners and soaps must not be used Never use abrasive cleaners or products that contain chlorine bleach These products can remove paint and anodized coating Give special attention to the upper tubes of a hardtop or T top frame The area just below the top is shielded by the canvas or fiberglass top and does not receive the natural r...

Page 41: ...ction occurs is the anti siphon valve If fuel does not flow properly through this part it must be cleaned and or replaced WARNING Do not remove the anti siphon valve and replace with a regular barb Modification or removal of the anti siphon valve could allow a dangerous accumulation of fuel and vapors in the hull in the event of a fuel system leak Annually conduct a detailed inspection of fuel sys...

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Page 43: ...ompletely spill proof and maintenance free AGM batteries recharge faster than conventional batteries and have a higher tolerance to deep discharge for more severe applications AGM batteries are subject to permanent damage if used with a charging system not compatible with this technology which should be considered if using a charging system other than those installed on your boat Batteries contain...

Page 44: ...ver disconnect the battery when the engine is running This can cause damage to the charging system When replacing your battery use the same brand and type as the factory installed battery If this is not available reference your engine Owner s Manual for recommended battery type and required performance specifications Inverter Batteries Some models have inverter powered accessories such as the gril...

Page 45: ...Accessory Panel Underwater Lights 271 275 285 Panel Light 10 ga 16 ga Blu Pnk 15 0 Accessory Panel Pumps Bilge Pump Aft excluding 228 Rule 1500 16 ga Brn 8 0 Accessory Panel Auto Float Switch Aft 16 ga Brn Wht 7 5 Near Battery 8 0 In Battery Select Box Bilge Pump Forward 228 Aft Rule 1100 16 ga Brn Blk 6 0 Accessory Panel Auto Float Switch Forward 16 ga Brn Red 5 0 Near Battery 5 0 In Battery Sele...

Page 46: ...ga Wht Vio N A N A Accessory Negatives Branch Blk 1 N A N A Accessory Negatives Mains 4 6 10 ga Blk N A N A Accessory Panel Power Lead 4 6 10 ga Red 40 0 50 0 Near Battery or in Battery Select Box Bow Thruster Positive 4 0 Red 250 0 Battery Compartment Constant 12V Memory High Bilge Alarm 14 ga Red Pnk 15 0 Near Battery or in Battery Select Box High Bilge Alarm Sender Wires 16 ga Red Wht Sender 16...

Page 47: ... 0 Fuse Block Stereo Upgrade 306 307 4 ga Red 80 0 MRCB in Aft Rig Comp 307 Console 306 SureShade Power 14 ga LtBlu Red 15 CB on Inst Sw panel SureShade Control 16 ga LtBlu Org 5 0 WP Fuse on Inst Sw panel 3 Close 16 ga LtBlu Blk N A N A Open 16 ga LtBlu Wht N A N A Windshield Wiper Port 16 ga Org Grn Dual 10 0 Accessory Panel Windshield Wiper Stbd 16 ga Org Blk Single 5 0 Accessory Panel Windshie...

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Page 49: ...when lifting or moving the boat for storage While transporting a boat by a lift or fork lift the structure should remain as close to ground levelaspossible Ifslingsarenecessaryforliftingortransporting theyshouldbeinpropercondition and tied together to prevent any movement separating or slipping which could cause damage to the boat If fork lifts are used to move the boat the forks should be padded ...

Page 50: ...reservative like T 9 on metal surfaces to prevent salt water damage Check for loose silicone hinges and unseated gaskets Replace or tighten where necessary Heavy seas pounding and twisting the hull can cause leaks in your windows doors and hatches Check hinges for corrosion Lubricate hinges as necessary DrainingAndWaterSystem If the boat is stored out of water remove the garboard drain plug to kee...

Page 51: ...n Tanks should be kept filled when the boat is not in use to reduce the accumulation of moisture and condensation Add stabilizer to fuel that won t be used in 60 90 days Use fuel stabilizer specifically designed for alcohol blended fuel if using E10 gasoline StorageChecklist In addition to winterization guidelines the following checklist can be used as a guide for storing your boat Additional deta...

Page 52: ... ball valves for easy operation and for condition of hose Check operation of bilge pumps in manual and automatic modes Check shower sump pump if installed Check operation of all electrical circuits Check the hoses on the freshwater system and close all valves fill freshwater system and check for leaks Perform maintenance on engines according to the manufacturer s manuals prior to returning them to...

Page 53: ...mSwitch Panel At the helm you will find an accessory switch panel Above each switch on the panel is a dedicated circuit breaker to provide over current protection for the given circuit Not all boats are equipped with the same accessories See 180 192 236 255 285 306 307 DC Accy Wiring Color Fuse Breaker on page 6 11 for recommended breaker amperages Consult your dealer for specific information or q...

Page 54: ...sory Switches and breakers labeled ACC are blank They may be used for non factory installed accessories Switch labels are available from your dealer for non factory installed options Other Switches Trim Tilt The trim tilt switch is located on the throttle control Trim changes the angle of thrust of the engine reference Trim on page 4 1 Tilt raises the drive unit for trailering Trim Tab These switc...

Page 55: ...erySelectSwitch Boats equipped with two batteries have a battery select switch to indicate which battery will be used The switch is labeled 1 2 1 2 and off In normal use alternate between the battery 1 and battery 2 positions The battery that is selected will provide power to the engine and accessories In an emergency situation when neither battery will start the engine the select switch allows yo...

Page 56: ...ge pump is located in the cabin under the access plate in the floor Carbon Monoxide Detector The carbon monoxide detector in the cabin serves as a warning system for exposure to poisonous carbon monoxide fumes Carbon monoxide is a colorless odorless gas produced in the exhaust of combustion engines It can accumulate in amounts that may be hazardous or fatal This accumulation may occur very quickly...

Page 57: ...nd connect the garden hose to one of the fittings on the panel Each fitting is labeled with the corresponding engine 3 With the engine off turn on the water supply and let the water flush the passages Repeat this process until all engines have been flushed Follow the engine manufacturer s recommendations for duration and frequency of flushing The water supply does not need to be turned off before ...

Page 58: ...press the bellows pump until the bowl is rinsed 4 Close the slide valve handle by pushing it in fully Portable Head With Deck Pump out For flushing instructions follow the steps outlined under Portable Head Operation on page 8 6 To empty the portable head reservoir follow the instructions below 1 Remove the cap from the deck pump out fitting located in the starboard walkaround 2 Connect a vacuum h...

Page 59: ...are working properly If the situation cannot be quickly resolved contact your dealer and remove the boat from the water MainCircuit Breaker There is a 40 A circuit breaker located in the aft starboard rigging compartment This is the main breaker protecting the wiring supplying power to the accessory switch panel If this breaker is tripped depressing the red button on the breaker box will reset it ...

Page 60: ...our boat by adjusting where the water is hitting the keel line In a slight chop the waves may be hitting the keel of your boat around the helm area causing an uncomfortable ride By adjusting the trim tabs and lowering the bow the waves will hit the keel at a more forward point and soften the ride Experimenting with trim tabs in various sea conditions will help you determine the best positions for ...

Page 61: ... storage compartment The hydraulic fluid level should be checked on a seasonal basis Washdown RawWater To operate the raw water washdown open the seacock located on the port side of the aft bilge using the remote seacock arm labeled washdown Depress the raw water switch on the helm switch panel This system will now be pressurized at the washdown outlet This outlet may be used alone or with a hose ...

Page 62: ...he boat s forward motion through the water will gradually fill the box To prevent this inadvertent filling close the seacock when the livewell is not in use Under certain conditions placing the outboard engine s in reverse will ventilate the water under the boat and create an air lock in the livewell pump To prevent this situation from occurring it is recommended the livewell be turned off prior t...

Page 63: ...x will provide a protective coating and seal the pores of the metal A non abrasive high quality marine or automotive wax is recommended Before storage clean and wax the outriggers During assembly grease all threads bolts and tubes where one section is inserted into another Once a year disassemble and regrease all applicable surfaces ...

Page 64: ...egularly To ensure safety in normal operation replace any labels on your boat that become damaged missing or weathered such that they are no longer legible Replacement labels may be obtained from any Grady White dealer or by contacting the Grady White customer service department at 252 752 2111 or custserv gradywhite com ...

Page 65: ...d reinstall at their own expense all outboard engines if directly related to damage in question as well as any and all personal effects and electronics equipment All repairs are subject to prior written authorization by Grady White Boats Incorporated The Five Year Structural Hull Warranty is transferable to the second and subsequent owners for the remainder of the five 5 years from the date of del...

Page 66: ...d windshields windows hatches and other apertures Failure of the owner to use maintain or store the boat as specified in the Grady White Owner s Packet and any other failure to provide reasonable care and maintenance Normal wear and tear maintenance items are excluded from warranty coverage including but not limited to filters batteries and bungees refer to owner s manual for additional maintenanc...

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