Monterey Boats 378SE, Owner'S Manual

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MONTEREY
BOATS
Propulsion System
Hour Meter
The hour meter keeps a record of the operating
time for each engine.
Depth Gauge
The Depth gauge is a separate electronics unit that
can be integrated with the engine display module
that indicates the depth of the water below the
bottom of the boat. Most gauges are equipped
with a shallow water alarm. The alarm will sound
at a depth preset by the operator.
Fuel Management
Fuel management systems are optional and could
be installed on your boat as part of the engine
monitoring system. On most engines, the fuel
management gauge is built into the digital display
and can monitor miles per gallon, total gallons
used and total gallons remaining.
If you have a fuel management system installed on
your boat, please refer to the engine or fuel man-
agement manual for information on that system.
Compass
The compass is on top of the console. To adjust
the compass for your area, read the instructions
on “Compass Compensation” given to you in the
literature packet. The compass cannot be ad-
justed accurately at the factory because it must
be compensated for the influence of the electrical
equipment and electronics unique to your boat.
Therefore, the compass should be adjusted by a
professional after the electronics and other equip-
ment is installed and before operating the boat.
Typical Compass
Instrument Maintenance
Electrical protection for the engine instruments
and ignition circuitry is provided by circuit break-
ers located on the engine. The navigational elec-
tronics are protected by the electronics breaker in
helm breaker panel and/or in-line fuses.
The ignition switches and instrument wire connec-
tors should be sprayed periodically with a contact
cleaner/lubricant. The ignition switch and all in-
struments, controls, etc. should be protected from
the weather when not in use. Excessive exposure
can lead to gauge and ignition switch difficulties.