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Chapter 2: Locations

441 Sedan

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Owner’s Manual

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If equipped with a lower helm,
the windshield wiper breaker
panel is located on the starboard
side of the lower helm dash.

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The helm sub-main breaker panel is located
below the switch panel on the starboard
side of the command bridge.

12-Volt DC Fuse Blocks:

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The command bridge helm electronics fuse
block is located behind the dash.

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Access by lifting the dash.

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The 24-hour-load fuse block is
located inside the 12-volt DC control
box.

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Access through the front of the box.

WINDSHIELD WIPER

12-VOLT DC BREAKER

PANEL

LOWER HELM VIEW

12-VOLT DC HELM

COMMAND BRIDGE HELM

SUB-MAIN PANEL

DASH HATCH (OPEN)

HELM ELECTRONICS

FUSE BLOCK

SERVICE ACCESS

LATCH

CONTROL BOX

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Summary of Contents for 441 SEDAN

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Page 3: ...n assumes no liability resulting from errors or omissions in this document or from the use of information contained herein Due to our commitment to product improvement Meridian reserves the right to m...

Page 4: ...System 46 Chapter 4 Controls Gauges Steering 47 Hydraulic Steering System 47 Rudder Stuffing Gland 47 Autopilot If Equipped 48 Shift Throttle Controls 48 Engine Synchronization If Equipped 48 Trim Ta...

Page 5: ...erior Exterior Lights 81 Navigation Lights 81 Spotlight 81 Chapter 11 Electrical Systems 12 Volt 24 Volt DC Systems 83 House Engine Batteries 83 House Battery Watering System 83 Battery Switches 84 Em...

Page 6: ...alerts you to hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in severe personal injury or death if the warning is ignored WARNING This box alerts you to hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result...

Page 7: ...a secure yet readily available place Dimensions Tank Capacities Dealer Service Your dealer is your key to service Ask your dealer to explain all systems before taking delivery of your yacht Contact y...

Page 8: ...ea schools or competent instructors Qualified Maintenance Failure to maintain your yacht s systems listed in the warning above as designed could violate the laws in your jurisdiction and could expose...

Page 9: ...air and at the correct pitch for your particular situation A slightly bent or nicked propeller will adversely affect the performance of your yacht BEFORE starting or working on your engines read the e...

Page 10: ...occupy or hang from the back deck or transom platform while the engines are running Teak surfing dragging or water skiing within 20 feet of a moving watercraft can be fatal DANGER DANGER PERSONAL SAFE...

Page 11: ...acrificial Anodes Zincs Your yacht features sacrificial anodes zincs to protect underwater metal parts from excessive deterioration Check the zincs regularly and replace them if they have deterio rate...

Page 12: ...g slings together BEFORE lifting WARNING PERSONAL INJURY and or PRODUCT or PROPERTY DAMAGE HAZARD NEVER lift your yacht using the cleats WARNING PERSONAL INJURY and or PRODUCT or PROPERTY DAMAGE HAZAR...

Page 13: ...fatal Breathing CO blocks the ability of your blood to carry oxygen The effects are cumulative Even low levels of exposure can result in injury or death Factors that Increase the Effects of CO Poisoni...

Page 14: ...CO can be present without the smell of exhaust fumes if exhaust fumes are detected on your yacht take immediate action to dissipate these fumes Treat symptoms of seasickness as possible CO poisoning G...

Page 15: ...m components Signs include rust and or black streaking water leaks or corroded or cracked fittings Inspect rubber exhaust hoses for burned cracked or deteriorated sections All rubber hoses should be p...

Page 16: ...anagement panel must be On for the CO monitors to work Leave this breaker On at all times unless system maintenance requires turning it Off This breaker bypasses the battery switches Turning Off the b...

Page 17: ...11 441 Sedan Owner s Manual Chapter 2 Locations Exterior Views Hull Views...

Page 18: ...Chapter 2 Locations 441 Sedan Owner s Manual 12 Forward Starboard Deck View Aft Deck View...

Page 19: ...1 GAUGE STARBOARD ENGINE CONTROLS JOYSTICK VHF RADIO SPEAKER VESSEL VIEW IF EQUIPPED AUTOPILOT IF EQUIPPED SMARTCRAFT PORT ENGINE 4 IN 1 GAUGE PORT ENGINE NAVIGATOR DISPLAY IF EQUIPPED RUDDER REFERENC...

Page 20: ...ACCESSORIES SPEAKER 12 VOLT DC WINDSHIELD WIPER BREAKER PANEL THRUSTER CONTROLS SHIFT THROTTLE CONTROLS SPOTLIGHT CONTROLS IGNITION PANEL FIRE SYSTEM DISPLAY IF EQUIPPED VHF RADIO PLUG IN STARBOARD EN...

Page 21: ...and bridge helm One is located on the ignition switch panel at the lower helm if equipped One is located on the forward side of the port hanging locker in the master stateroom 12 VOLT DC ACCESSORY OUT...

Page 22: ...the battery management panel located on the aft wall of the utility room WARNING The CO monitors and the bilge pumps will not work unless the 24 hour load sub main circuit breaker is On Leave this br...

Page 23: ...sub main breaker panel is located inside the electrical cabi net in the port aft corner of the salon The stateroom sub main breaker panel is located inside the star board aft cabinet in the guest sta...

Page 24: ...side of the command bridge 12 Volt DC Fuse Blocks The command bridge helm electronics fuse block is located behind the dash Access by lifting the dash The 24 hour load fuse block is located inside the...

Page 25: ...10 Volt AC Master Panel Located inside the electrical cabinet in the port aft corner of the salon Air Conditioner Seawater Intake Seacock If Equipped Located on the port side of the utility room forwa...

Page 26: ...ateroom Access through the hatch in the bottom of the storage locker One is located under the mattress in the guest stateroom Access through the forward hatch Two are located under the command bridge...

Page 27: ...ne room The bow thruster batteries are located in the box under the hallway floor hatch Battery Chargers The battery chargers for the house and engine batteries are located on the aft wall of the util...

Page 28: ...ne is located in the bilge area under the guest stateroom Access through the aft floor hatch in the guest stateroom The auxiliary bilge pump is located under the utility room stairs The autofloat swit...

Page 29: ...rectly below the battery management panel in the util ity room Access by removing the bilge box hatch directly under the battery manage ment panel One is located aft of the generator in the engine roo...

Page 30: ...water Intake Sys tem If Equipped Located in the port forward bilge area of the engine room Bridge Cool Air Units If Equipped One is located under the port for ward lounge seat on the command bridge O...

Page 31: ...is located in the ceiling above the bar in the starboard aft corner of the salon One is located on the forward wall of the guest stateroom One is located in the ceiling in the port aft corner of the...

Page 32: ...ocated in the engine room bilge forward of the starboard engine Engine Cooling System Seawater Intake Seacocks Located in the engine room bilge forward of the batteries CITY WATER INLET TRANSOM STORAG...

Page 33: ...Freshwater Fill Deck Fitting Located at the aft end of the starboard deck trail NOTE The port and starboard freshwater tanks are connected and both will fill when using this fitting Freshwater Pump Lo...

Page 34: ...er Tank Monitor Located inside the electrical cabinet in the port aft corner of the salon NOTE The key switches on the 12 volt DC salon sub main panel must be On in order to read the gauges Freshwater...

Page 35: ...the starboard side of the forward deck One is located inside the transom storage hatch Fuel Fill Deck Fittings Located on the port and starboard sides of the aft deck area FRESHWATER WASHDOWN FAUCET N...

Page 36: ...Access the starboard fuel tank fittings through the floor hatch under the incliner on the star board side of the salon Fuel Tanks Located on each side of the utility room NOTE SHOWN WITH PLASTIC COVE...

Page 37: ...Seawater Intake Seacock Strainer Located forward of the generator in the engine room bilge Heat Exchange Fan Switch If Equipped Located on the inboard side of the galley forward cabinet next to the h...

Page 38: ...ide the electrical cabinet in the port aft corner of the salon NOTE The key switches on the 12 volt DC salon sub main panel must be On in order to read the gauges Holding Tank Pump out Deck Fitting ma...

Page 39: ...on the steering column at each helm Macerator Switches If Equipped Located in the electrical cabinet in the port aft corner of the salon Macerator Underwater Discharge Seacock If Equipped Located in t...

Page 40: ...e utility room The guest head s vacuum flush pump is located inboard of the starboard fuel tank in the util ity room Seawater Washdown Faucets 2 total If Equipped One is located inside the anchor lock...

Page 41: ...ped Located on the star board side of the utility room Seawater Washdown Pump Breaker If Equipped Located on the right side of the 12 volt DC control box in the utility room Shore Power Inlet s Locate...

Page 42: ...ntrol Panel Located at the command bridge helm and if equipped at the lower helm Sump Pump Box Located under the bottom hallway step Access by removing the top of the step SPOTLIGHT SPOTLIGHT CONTROL...

Page 43: ...tch Trim Tab Hydraulic Fluid Reservoir Pump Located just aft of the generator muffler on the starboard side of the engine room Utility Room Access the utility room through the salon floor hatch TRANSO...

Page 44: ...ve the middle step Wall Vacuum Unit If Equipped Located under the bottom hallway step Access by removing the top of the step Washer Dryer If Equipped Located in the center cabinet in the aft wall of t...

Page 45: ...Locations 39 Water Heater Located in the utility room for ward of the port fuel tank Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir If Equipped Located on the starboard for ward wall of the utility room just forwa...

Page 46: ...me you use your yacht See the Seawater Systems sec tion in Chapter 6 of this Owner s Manual for instruc tions about cleaning the sea water strainers Read the engine manual BEFORE starting or working o...

Page 47: ...or generator exhaust is a source of dangerous carbon monoxide gas CO Check ALL exhaust systems BEFORE each trip Look for leaks in the exhaust systems of the engines and the generator Look for discolo...

Page 48: ...ngines or the generator and or turning on any electrical devices 1 Check the bilge areas for leaking fuel and or fuel vapors sniff test If no fuel leaks or vapors are detected move on to step two If h...

Page 49: ...it is filled and at each subsequent filling Read the fueling instructions in the engine operation manual and the Cruiser Yacht Owner s Manual Supplement WARNING Avoid the storage or handling of gear n...

Page 50: ...ansferred into a full or nearly full tank For accuracy check the fuel gauges when your yacht is not underway 3 After checking the fuel levels hold the fuel transfer switch On to the side you want to p...

Page 51: ...ppression systems are designed to put out engine room and utility room fires Before using your yacht for the first time read the fire suppres sion systems instruction and maintenance manual and follow...

Page 52: ...or vibration is noticed have the alignment inspected imme diately Shaft transmission alignment should be done by a marine mechanic since it requires moving the engine and prop shaft To insure proper...

Page 53: ...leak develops it can usually be stopped by tightening the stuffing gland nuts slightly Do not over tighten the stuffing gland nuts If stuffing gland leakage becomes excessive packing replacement can b...

Page 54: ...tle controls in the shift throttle controls manual the engine opera tion manual and the Cruiser Yacht Owner s Manual Supplement Engine Synchronization If Equipped Follow the instructions in the synchr...

Page 55: ...by two rocker switches at the helm Check and refill the trim tab hydraulic fluid reser voir as directed in the trim tabs owner s manual For the location of the fluid reservoir see the Component Locat...

Page 56: ...r your yacht while docking The thrusters can be controlled from either helm The thrusters can be controlled from either the switchpad or the joystick Read the thruster s user manual before using the t...

Page 57: ...inters on your fuel gauges to bounce as fuel sloshes back and forth in the fuel tanks SmartCraft Gauges Your yacht is equipped with SmartCraft Digital gauges Please refer to the owner s manual for the...

Page 58: ...dio usage Compass accuracy can be affected by many factors Have a trained technician calibrate your compass Make sure the technician gives you a deviation card which shows the corrections to apply in...

Page 59: ...nagement panel must be switched On then power up the GPS chart plotter Radar is meant to help the navigator NOT replace him her The operator is responsible for keeping a visual look out for possible c...

Page 60: ...r yacht is unattended WARNING The CO mon itors and the bilge pumps will not work unless the 24 hour load sub main cir cuit breaker is On Leave this breaker On at all times except when system main tena...

Page 61: ...ischarge hose looks okay the bilge pump and or strainer may be clogged with debris Go to the websites below for cleaning and maintenance instructions www attwoodmarine com www johnson pump com Testing...

Page 62: ...ris every time you use your yacht Refer to the seawater strainer instruction sheet for cleaning and maintenance information FLOODING and SWAMPING HAZARD Close all seacocks when leaving your yacht unat...

Page 63: ...shdown pump circuit breaker see the Component Locations section in Chapter 2 of this Owner s Manual FLOODING and SWAMPING HAZARD NEVER leave your yacht unattended while the seawater washdown system is...

Page 64: ...k before leaving your yacht unattended Turn Off the freshwater pump circuit breaker when your yacht is not in use or when the freshwater tank is empty Inspect and clean the fresh water filter often lo...

Page 65: ...ht Owner s Manual Supplement Turn Off the freshwater pump s 12 volt DC breaker before pressurizing the freshwater system with a city water supply TRANSOM SHOWER TRANSOM STORAGE HATCH FLOODING and SWAM...

Page 66: ...ump breaker and do not reinstall the shower head 2 Instead a gallon at a time add freshwater to the tank and pump it through the system 3 Continue this process until the water flowing out of the showe...

Page 67: ...e tank is full if water flows from the tap when the hot water is turned On in the galley Even brief water heater operation with a dry tank WILL damage the heating elements Warranty replacements will N...

Page 68: ...e the pressure relief and drain valves Open until you fit out your yacht after storage WATER HEATER DAMAGE HAZARD NEVER turn On the water heater breaker on the 110 volt AC master panel while the water...

Page 69: ...FTER the water heater tank is COM PLETELY filled with freshwater 6 Turn On the water heater breaker WATER HEATER DAMAGE HAZARD Fill the water heater tank BEFORE turning On the water heater breaker on...

Page 70: ...d through the master drainage system Sump Box Cleaning Periodically clean the sump box filter and pump as follows 1 Release the tabs A on one side of the box 2 Rotate the lid B up and remove it from t...

Page 71: ...441 Sedan Owner s Manual Chapter 6 Plumbing 65 Master Drainage System View...

Page 72: ...HOLDING TANK HAZARDS NEVER overfill the holding tank An overfilled holding tank is both a serious public health hazard and a product property damage hazard Any toilet flushing after the holding tank i...

Page 73: ...of each trip stop at a pump out station with a non potable water source 2 Pump out the holding tank 3 Fill the holding tank 1 2 full of fresh non potable water NOTE Never use a potable drinkable wate...

Page 74: ...n Chapter 1 of this Owner s Manual DANGER FLOODING and SWAMPING HAZARD Close all seawater intake seacocks when leaving your yacht unattended for any length of time If a seacock is left open a hose fai...

Page 75: ...reakers on the 110 volt AC master panel are turned On and that the system s seawater intake seacock is Open The seacock must remain Open while the air con ditioner is in use Check the seawa ter strain...

Page 76: ...apter 1 of this Owner s Manual DANGER FLOODING and SWAMPING HAZARD Close all seawater intake seacocks when leaving your yacht unattended for any length of time If a seacock is left open a hose failure...

Page 77: ...eds to be cleaned out follow the direc tions in the Seawater Systems section in Chapter 6 of this Owner s Manual Heat Exchanger Cabin Heater If Equipped Your yacht may feature a heat exchanger cabin h...

Page 78: ...Sedan Owner s Manual 72 Electric Heaters If Equipped Read the manufacturer s instruction manual before using the electric heaters for the first time Turn On the breaker s on the 110 volt AC master pa...

Page 79: ...traight up with the windlass Before getting underway make sure the anchor is secured and the windlass circuit breaker is turned Off PERSONAL INJURY and or PRODUCT or PROPERTY DAMAGE HAZARD NEVER lift...

Page 80: ...y for the first time Make sure that the gangway breaker on the 12 volt DC battery management panel is turned On before using the gangway For the location of the 12 volt DC battery management panel see...

Page 81: ...the jaw slides should not need to be adjusted If you decide to adjust the jaw slide positions get the correct measure ments from your selling dealer PRODUCT or PROPERTY DAMAGE HAZARD Take down and se...

Page 82: ...hods may remove the waterproof finish of the fabric and may also decrease the life of the polyester thread used in the canvas Reapply a water repellent treatment as necessary Method 1 1 Add 1 8 cup 1...

Page 83: ...u can also carefully dry the vinyl with a chamois or soft cotton cloth Ask your dealer about products available to keep the clear vinyl polished and looking new Hard Polycarbonate Bridge Enclosure Car...

Page 84: ...circuit breaker on the 110 volt AC master panel must be switched On Coffeemaker Always keep an approved ABC type fire extinguisher near stoves and grills NOTICE BURN SCALDING and or FIRE HAZARD Read...

Page 85: ...sher in an easily accessible location NEVER use the grill while underway NEVER use any charcoal briquettes with the grill It is an electric appliance NEVER use any pots or other bakeware on the grill...

Page 86: ...ce into the TV telephone inlet if you want to watch cable TV or use a telephone Satellite TV System If Equipped Your yacht may feature a satellite TV system Refer to the manufacturer s manuals for ope...

Page 87: ...roded clean the base and coat it with non conductive electrical lubricant Interior Exterior Lights The lights are powered by your yacht s 12 volt DC system The house battery switch must be in the On p...

Page 88: ...ices or working on the electrical system 1 Check the bilge areas for fuel vapors or leaking fuel If you see leaking fuel or smell fuel vapors a Do NOT start the engines or generator do NOT turn On any...

Page 89: ...for the first time Thruster Batteries The thruster batteries 12 volt batteries in a 24 volt battery bank provide 24 volt power to the bow and stern thrusters The thruster batteries are sealed high per...

Page 90: ...parallel switch allows you to use the other batteries for engine starting A battery parallel switch is provided at each helm see photos on right NOTE The battery parallel system fuse is located on the...

Page 91: ...se protection at the unit behind the battery manage ment panel or at the batteries NOTE When replacing fuses always replace with a fuse of the same amperage 24 hour load Sub main Cir cuit Breaker Stan...

Page 92: ...5 amp breaker on the 12 volt DC salon sub main breaker panel The stateroom 12 volt DC accessory outlets are protected by a 15 amp breaker on the 12 volt DC stateroom submain breaker panel These outlet...

Page 93: ...battery converter manual The thruster battery converters will automatically charge your yacht s thruster batteries as long as the thruster bat tery circuit breakers are On and either 1 the engines ar...

Page 94: ...t the same time WILL cause major electrical system damage and could start a fire The power source lockouts on the 110 volt AC master panel prevent the use of shore power and generator power at the sam...

Page 95: ...s on when you are connecting to shore power do NOT turn on the main breaker switches Instead IMMEDIATELY unplug the shore power cord ALWAYS from the dockside outlet first and alert marina management W...

Page 96: ...Off all breakers and switches on the 110 volt AC master panel 3 Attach the shore power cord s to the yacht inlet s first then to the dockside outlet s 4 Switch the SHORE POWER 1 and or SHORE POWER 2 m...

Page 97: ...n the Connecting to Shore Power section on the previous page 2 Switch the parallel switch transfers power from line 1 to line 2 On instead of the SHORE POWER 2 master breaker 3 Turn On the individual...

Page 98: ...urning on electrical devices If you smell fuel vapors and the generator is already running a Shut Off the generator and turn Off ALL electrical devices b Put out ALL cigarettes cigars and other source...

Page 99: ...and or debris before each use Combo sep Generator Muffler The combo sep muffler has two exhaust hoses The hose equipped with a seacock discharges the exhaust water while the other hose discharges the...

Page 100: ...Chapter 11 Electrical Systems 441 Sedan Owner s Manual 94 Electrical Routings 12 Volt DC Deck Electrical Harnesses...

Page 101: ...441 Sedan Owner s Manual Chapter 11 Electrical Systems 95 12 Volt DC Hull Electrical Harnesses...

Page 102: ...Chapter 11 Electrical Systems 441 Sedan Owner s Manual 96 12 Volt DC Command Bridge Electrical Harnesses...

Page 103: ...441 Sedan Owner s Manual Chapter 11 Electrical Systems 97 12 Volt DC Bridge Hardtop Electrical Harness If Equipped...

Page 104: ...Chapter 11 Electrical Systems 441 Sedan Owner s Manual 98 12 Volt DC Radar Wing Electrical Harness If Equipped...

Page 105: ...441 Sedan Owner s Manual Chapter 11 Electrical Systems 99 Battery Systems...

Page 106: ...Chapter 11 Electrical Systems 441 Sedan Owner s Manual 100 Bonding Harnesses...

Page 107: ...441 Sedan Owner s Manual Chapter 11 Electrical Systems 101 110 Volt AC Electrical Harnesses...

Page 108: ...mber Generator Manufacturer Model Name Number Serial Number Oil Type SAE Quarts Filter Type Fuel System Fuel Capacity Filter Type Plumbing Freshwater Tank Capacity Waste Holding Tank Capacity Key Numb...

Page 109: ...gine Type Number of Engines Distinguishing Features Distinguishing Features Operator of Yacht Full Name Male or Female Age Health Address Address Phone FAX E mail Operator s Experience Persons Onboard...

Page 110: ...Stopover 3 Arrive No Later Than Date Arrive No Later Than Time Stopover 4 Arrive No Later Than Date Arrive No Later Than Time Stopover 5 Arrive No Later Than Date Arrive No Later Than Time Stopover 6...

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