Monterey Boats 186MS, Owner'S Manual

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MONTEREY
BOATS
Electrical System
Underwater Lights
Activates the underwater lights in stern below the
water line.
Blower (Inboard boats only)
This switch supplies electrical current to the blower
that provides ventilation to the engine compart-
ment.
WARNING
GASOLINE VAPORS CAN EXPLODE. BEFORE STARTING THE
INBOARD ENGINE, OPERATE THE BLOWER ON FOR FOUR
(4) MINUTES. OPEN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT HATCH,
INSPECT THE FUEL SYSTEM AND CHECK FOR THE ODOR
OF GASOLINE VAPORS. ALWAYS OPERATE THE BLOWER
WHILE THE ENGINE IS OPERATING BELOW CRUISE SPEED.
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD THIS PROCEDURE BE
OVERLOOKED.
Bilge Pump
Manually activates the aft bilge pump which is
installed in the bilge just forward of the engine on
inboard boats and just forward of the transom on
boats with an outboard motor. The pump moves
water out through the thru-hull fitting in the hull.
To start the pump, place the switch in the “ON”
position.
NOTICE:
The bilge pump will start automatically when
there is sufficient water in the bilge to acti
-
vate the electronic water level switch built
into each pump. The automatic switch is
protected by a circuit breaker located in the
battery switch panel and is always supplied
current when the batteries are connected.
Refer to the Drainage Systems chapter for
more information on the bilge pump system.
Windlass Switch
This switch controls the optional windlass which is
mounted to the deck directly above the rope locker
on some models. It is protected by a circuit breaker
of the type and rating recommended by the wind-
lass manufacturer that is located in the stern bilge.
There could also be a switch to control the windlass
in the winch compartment next to the windlass.
Water System
Activates the fresh water pump. The pump is the
pressure demand type. The pressure switch built
into the pump automatically controls the water
pump when the system is activated and properly
primed.
Horn
Activates the boat horn.
Exhaust
Activates the diverter valve in the exhaust sys-
tem that directs the exhaust either through the
outdrive and propeller or to the thru-hull exhaust
system for increased performance and enhanced
sound.
Engine Data
A momentary switch that toggles through avail-
able engine data that displays on the tachometer
LCD data screen on some models.
Accessory
Reserved for additional 12 volt equipment.
6.4 Additional Accessory Switches,
Switch Panels & Control Panels
Additional switch panels are located in various
locations in the helm, cockpit and head compart-
ment. The following is a description of additional
panels that may be on your boat and the acces-
sories they control. Some of the accessories
described in this section are model specific or
optional equipment on some models and may not
be installed or available on your boat.
Trim Tab Switch
Located in the helm. This switch controls the trim
tabs located on the transom of the boat. Please
refer to the Helm Control Systems chapter for
detailed information on the operation of the trim
tabs.
Engine Trim and Tilt Switch
Located in the helm. This switch is usually installed
in the engine control handle. It controls the
trimming and tilting of the outdrive or outboard
motor. Please refer to the Helm Control Systems
chapter and the engine owner’s manual for
information regarding the proper use of the tilt
and trim switch.
Stern Engine Trim and Tilt Switch
Located on starboard side near the swim platform
on inboard models and on the outboard engine
cowling. It allows the operator to tilt the outdrive
or outboard engine at the rear of the boat for
trailering and shallow water situations. It controls
the tilting of the outdrive or engine only when
the engine is shutdown. It will not operate while
the engine is running or when the ignition switch
is ON.