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ABOUT YOUR FISHING BOAT
Hull and Deck
The hull and deck are thermoformed from sheets of High
Density Polyethylene plastic. Polyethylene is many times
more impact resistant than fiberglass. It will remain
colorfast and durable through many years of exposure to
the elements and throughout wide ranges of temperature
fluctuation.
Polyethylene is very abrasion resistant but not abrasion
proof. Some care in handling and operating your boat is
necessary to ensure its long life. Clean the hull and deck
with common household detergents, hot water and a scrub
brush.
Capacity and Flotation
The capacity of your boat, in both passengers and added
cargo, is determined by the boat’s size and flotation. Each
boat has a capacity tag clearly displayed on the craft.
Flotation is provided by closed cell foam blocks located
between the deck and hull. These foam blocks are
strategically placed to provide flotation under normal
loading conditions.
ALL Bass Hound™ boats meet the National Marine
Manufacturers Association (NMMA) and U.S. Coast
Guard safety standards.
SETTING UP YOUR FISHING BOAT
Components and Basic Set Up
Please follow the recommended steps to prepare your boat.
Note:
The manual will refer to different models. The large
decal on the side of the hull shows the model.
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Installing the Seats
You should have the following components:
- 2 seats
- 2 swivel mounting bases with pedestals
- 8 fasteners (4 for each seat mounting base)
Attach the swivel mounting bases to the seats using the
fasteners. Make sure the fasteners are snug, but do not
over-tighten, which will cause the fasteners to strip the
threads, and the seat to come loose.
Installing Drain Plug(s)
All models include a drain plug installed in the transom
(rear of the boat). This drains water that gets onto the
deck. To drain water or condensation between the deck and
hull, there is an additional drain plug as follows:
On the 9.4, the drain plug is on the bow, just above the bow
eye. (It is installed at the factory) To drain the water
between the deck and hull, remove the drain plug; lift the
rear of the boat so the water will drain towards the front
drain hole. Once the water is drained, insert the drain plug
into the hole.
On the 10.2, there is a drain plug installed in the transom of
the boat. Remove the drain plug. Once the water is drained,
insert the drain plug into the hole.
Electrical Power
Use a 12V Deep Cycle Marine battery (not included),
available from marine dealers, outdoor retailers and mass
merchandisers. To install, place the battery in the battery
case or tray, tie it down using the holding strap, and
connect the wires.
RED to POSITIVE (+) terminal
BLACK to NEGATIVE (-) terminal
