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Your Owner’s Manual was written to include

safety instructions to ensure safe operation

and maintenance of your boat. Safety alerts

symbols are used to alert potential personal

injury hazards.

All instructions are viewed from the stern look-

ing toward the bow, with starboard (to your

right) and port (to your left). A glossary of boat-

ing terms is included.

Your boat produces carbon monoxide (CO)

and uses flammable fuel. CO will cause

BRAIN DAMAGE or DEATH. Carbon monox-

ide gas (CO) is colorless, odorless and

extremely dangerous.

Every precaution has been taken by Pursuit

Fishing Boats to reduce the risks associated

with death, possible injury and damage from

fire or explosion. Your own precaution and

good maintenance procedures are necessary

in order to enjoy safe operation of your boat.

DANGER

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if

not avoided, will result in death or seri-

ous injury.

WARNING

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if

not avoided, could result in death or

serious injury.

CAUTION

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if

not avoided, could result in minor or

moderate injury.

NOTICE

Indicates a potentially hazardous situa-

tion which, if not avoided, may result in

property damage.

DANGER

Exposure to carbon monoxide will

cause death or serious injury. Avoid

direct and prolonged exposure to CO.

Gasoline and other fuels are extremely

flammable and highly explosive under

certain conditions.

•

DO NOT smoke or allow open flame

or sparks nearby when fueling.

•

DO NOT block fuel vents.

•

DO NOT store fuel in any containers

or compartments which are not des-

ignated for storing fuel.

Safety Information

Summary of Contents for OS 285

Page 1: ...OS 285 Part Number 9213035 EPA September 2013 OS 285 OWNER S MANUAL FISHING BOATS 3901 St Lucie Blvd Ft Pierce Florida 34946 2012 S2 Yachts Inc ...

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Page 3: ... maintenance procedures are necessary in order to enjoy safe operation of your boat DANGER Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or seri ous injury WARNING Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in minor or moderate injury NOTICE Indica...

Page 4: ...Operator Notes OS 285 ...

Page 5: ...System 3 2 3 3 Generator Fuel System Optional 3 3 3 4 Fueling Instructions 3 3 3 5 Fuel System Maintenance 3 4 Electrical System 4 1 General 4 1 4 2 DC System 4 1 4 3 12 Volt DC Panels 4 3 4 4 AC System 4 5 4 5 AC Main Distribution 4 6 4 6 Battery Charger Operation 4 7 4 7 Shore Power Connection 4 7 4 8 Generator Optional 4 8 4 9 Electrical System Maintenance 4 10 Plumbing Systems 5 1 Fresh Water ...

Page 6: ...Mooring 10 7 10 9 Controls Steering or Propulsion System Failure 10 8 10 10 Collision 10 9 10 11 Grounding Towing and Rendering Assistance 10 9 10 12 Flooding or Capsizing 10 9 10 13 Transporting your Boat 10 10 10 14 Trailering your Boat 10 10 10 15 Water Skiing 10 11 10 16 Man Overboard 10 12 10 17 Trash Disposal 10 12 Routine Maintenance 11 1 General 11 1 11 2 Exterior Hull and Deck 11 1 11 3 S...

Page 7: ...assa da Embarcação Aproximada Con el mayor motor equipado y elementos permanentemente With Largest Equipped Engine and instalados más combustible y aqua más la carga máxima recomendada permanently attached items Mit größter Motorausführung und fest installiertem Inventar sowie Avec le plus grand moteur équipé et vollen Wasser und Kraftstofftanks und empfohlener Maximalbeladung systèmes en liaison ...

Page 8: ...a di zavorra 68 litri Nombre et type d extincteurs Numbero e tipo di estintori Nombre et type de détecteurs de fumée Nummero e tipo di rivelatori di esalazioni N A non applicable N A non pertinente Capacidad del Depósito de Combustible Capacidade do Depósito de Combustível 73Kg Litro 878 Litros 0 73kg Litro 878 Litros Tipo de Combustible 9 9 Gasolina N A Diesel Tipo de Combustível 9 Gasolina N A G...

Page 9: ...ión H Cassa zavorra M Carbon Monoxide Detector I Punto de Descarga del I Scaric cassa zavorra N Escape Hatch Tanque de Tetención J Valvole di presa acqua dal mare O Fire Escapes J Válvula de Toma de Agua de Mar K Raccorderia passante nello scafo P Life Raft Stowage K Accesorios Pasantes del Casco L Estintore Q Safety Equipment L Extintor de Incendios M Rivelatore monossido di carbonio R Anchor Str...

Page 10: ...rlöscher H Depósito Provisório I Point de vidange résevoir de M Kohlenmonoxiddetektor I Ponto de Esvaziamento do Depósito rétention N Notausstieg Provisório J Prises d eau à la mer O Reuerrettungswege J Torneiras de tomada de àgua do mar K Raccords traversant la coque P Rettungsfloßunterbringung K Acessórios de Todo o Casco L Extincteur Q Sicherheitsausrüstung L Extintor de Incêndios M Détecteur d...

Page 11: ...Specifications 5 OS 285 Working Deck Areas for occupation during normal operation of the boat Working Deck Area 7 31 2008 Model OS 285 ...

Page 12: ...ications OS 285 12 21 2007 545449 545368 Warning Label Locations OS 285 545055 545355 Attached to the steering wheel 545450 545011 545251 Detail A Helm Wing 545175 A ttached Detail B Port Transom Detail C Stbd ...

Page 13: ...Specifications 7 OS 285 12 21 2007 545006 545012 545055 545369 545118 545365 Detail B 545118 Detail A Detail of Label Locations OS 285 545391 or 545126 545017 Detail C 545566 ...

Page 14: ...8 Operator Notes OS 285 ...

Page 15: ...h Other Generator Make Model Serial kW Dealer Pursuit Name Phone Dealer Phone Representative Salesman Address Service Manager Address Boat Information Fill out the following information and leave it in your PURSUIT Owner s Manual This information will be important for you and PURSUIT service personnel to know if and when you may need to call PURSUIT for technical assistance or service PURSUIT Fish...

Page 16: ...ured we are providing the following information Manufacturer Name Address Zip Code Identification Numbers Hull Identification Number Engine Serial Number Transmission Serial Number Intended Design Category Ocean Inshore Offshore Sheltered Waters Weight and Maximum Capacities Unladen Weight Kilograms Pounds Maximum Load Weight Kilograms Pounds Number of People Maximum Rated Engine Horsepower Kilowa...

Page 17: ...ment of our boats As a result some of the equipment described in this manual or pictured in the catalog may change or no longer be available PURSUIT reserves the right to change standard equipment optional equipment and specifications without notice or obli gation If you have questions about the equipment on your PURSUIT please con tact PURSUIT Customer Relations Transferring the Warranty For a Tr...

Page 18: ...ational pro grams These courses are worthwhile even for experienced boaters to sharpen your skills or bring you up to date on current rules and regulations They can also help in pro viding local navigational information when moving to a new boating area Contact your dealer State Boating Authority or the Boat ing Safety Hotline 800 368 5647 or uscg boating org for further information on boating saf...

Page 19: ...r and replace anodes as necessary For anode locations and maintenance please refer to the engine owner s manual When leaving the boat in the water tilt the motors as high as possible This will decrease the risk of marine growth around the cooling inlets propeller and exhaust ports and damage from galvanic corrosion 1 3 Engine Lubrication 4 Cycle Engines Check the engine oil level before each use b...

Page 20: ...in a variety of styles diameters and pitches The one that will best suit the needs of your Pursuit will depend somewhat on your application and expected load average Two numbers stamped on the prop in sequence identify propeller sizes The 1st number in the sequence for example 14 x 21 is the diameter of the propeller and the 2nd number is the pitch The theoretical distance traveled by the pro pell...

Page 21: ...e oper ating time of the engine Tilt Trim Gauge The tilt trim gauge monitors the position of the outboard engine The upper range of the gauge indicates the tilt which is used for shallow water operation and loading the boat on a trailer The lower range indicates the trim position This is the range used to adjust the hull angle while operating your boat on a plane Refer the engine owner s manual fo...

Page 22: ...e s fuel consump tion If you have a fuel management system installed on your boat please refer to the engine or fuel management manual Instrument Maintenance Circuit breakers or fuses found on the engine provide electrical protection for instruments and ignition circuitry Protect ignition switches and all instruments con trols etc from the weather when not in use Excessive exposure can lead to ins...

Page 23: ... straight up and down forward 1st detent forward of neutral reverse 1st detent aft of neutral Advancing the control lever beyond the shift range advances the throttle in forward or reverse Each control is equipped to permit the engine to operate at a higher than idle RPM while in neutral for cold starting and warm up purposes The handles of dual lever controls may not always align with each other ...

Page 24: ... and trim switches allowing the operator to con trol the position of the outboards from the helm Trimming in or down moves the out boards closer to the boat s transom Trimming out or up moves the outboards further away from the boat s transom In most cases the boat will run best with the outboards adjusted so the hull will run at a 3 to 5 degree angle to the water The term trim generally refers to...

Page 25: ...this binder Automatic Fire Extinguisher Display Unit 2 8 Steering System The steering system is hydraulic and made of two main components the helm assembly and the hydraulic cylinder The helm unit acts as both a fluid reservoir and pump Turning of the helm or steering wheel pumps the fluid through hydraulic hoses and activates the hydraulic cylinder causing the motors to turn The opening and closi...

Page 26: ...attitude being careful not to over trim After depressing a trim tab switch always wait a few seconds for the change in the trim plane to take effect Avoid depressing the switch while waiting for the trim plane reac tion By the time the effect is noticeable the trim tab plane may have moved too far and thus the boat may be in an overcompen sated position When running at speeds resulting in the boat...

Page 27: ...rolling microprocessor located under the deck in the vicinity of the port hardtop leg manages spotlight power Refer to the spotlight manufacturer owner s man ual for an explanation of the features and operation 2 12 Control Systems Maintenance Control Maintenance Periodically inspect the control systems and all connections Service any signs of rust corrosion wear or other deterioration Peri odical...

Page 28: ... seawater using zinc anodes The factory installed zinc anodes but replace the anodes when they are 75 of their original size Refer to the Routine Maintenance chapter of this manual for information on maintaining zinc anodes and the trim tab owner s manual for additional maintenance information fluid specifications and operating instructions WARNING Inspect and maintain control and steering systems...

Page 29: ...emely care ful when attempting to operate the boat when low on fuel Though some fuel may be in the tank the trim angle of the boat may cause the fuel to flow away from the with drawal tube s Fuel Gauge Senders Fuel gauge senders are most accurate when the boat is stationary and level Due to the ever changing attitude of the boat when underway variations in readings may occur This system is merely ...

Page 30: ...alves open isn t recom mended and should be avoided Engines will not draw fuel equally from the fuel tanks when the fuel valves are set so both engines are operating from both tanks all four fuel valves open This can result in one tank running out of fuel while the other tank is partially full causing fuel supply prob lems Fuel withdrawal lines are equipped with anti siphon valves at the attachmen...

Page 31: ...r The fuel filter has a sediment bowl Frequently check the sedi ment bowl for water to ensure an adequate supply of clean dry fuel to the engine Inspect the filter periodically and change the element as needed 3 4 Fueling Instructions WARNING To reduce the possibility of a fire or explosion make sure all electrical switches are in the off position before servicing the fuel system WARNING Do not dr...

Page 32: ...ine fuel tank and lines Therefore if you do not run your boat enough to require at least one full tank of fresh fuel a month add a fuel stabi lizer to the gasoline to prevent fuel degrada tion WARNING Static electricity may generate while fueling and can cause a fire or explo sion To prevent static sparks while filling the tank make sure the nozzle is in contact with the fuel opening WARNING Estim...

Page 33: ...e alcohol blends absorb moisture from the air which can cause phase sepa ration When this happens the water and alcohol mixture becomes heavy enough to settle to the bottom of the tank Since the fuel pick up tube is near the bottom of the tank phase separation can cause the engine to run very poorly or not at all Methyl alcohol gasoline mixtures are even worse as the alcohol content is greater Wat...

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Page 35: ...unning or when operating the generator 12 volt power dis tributes to the battery switches located in the machinery space and to the breakers on the Main Distribution Panel MDP located on the side of the helm seat that protect the switch panels located on the helm in the cockpit and in the cabin The voltmeter on the MDP monitors battery voltage for the house battery The respective tachometer monito...

Page 36: ...ated inside the battery switch enclosure This breaker is normally on all the time when activated by the house battery switch unless tripped by an overload 24 Hour Essential Circuits The 24 Hour Essential Circuit breakers are located inside the battery switch enclosure The stereo memory mid bilge and aft auto bilge breakers are always on regardless of the battery switch settings The mid bilge break...

Page 37: ...set breakers in the normally ON position protect the remaining devices If the breakers trip reset the breaker by pressing the plunger protected by the boot Breakers are labeled with the name of the device it protects CO Detector The breaker supplies current to the carbon monoxide detector The power indicator on the carbon monoxide detector should illumi nate whenever someone is occupying the cabin...

Page 38: ...ights Activates the instrument lights The com pass light activates with this switch Washer Activates the windshield washer The fresh water system must be ON to operate the washer Port Wiper Activates the port wiper Stbd Wiper Activates the starboard wiper Helm Panel Right Helm Panel Right Typical Horn Activates the boat horn Red Hardtop Activates the red lights mounted underneath the hardtop White...

Page 39: ...r the holding tank overboard discharge Refer to the Interior Equipment Section of this manual for addi tional information The breaker should be in the OFF position except when pumping out the holding tank 4 4 AC System The AC system uses shore power or the optional generator It is equipped with on board galvanic isolation The galvanic isola tor is equipped with a system status monitor Refer to the...

Page 40: ...nt supplied to the panel This situation will cause the red light to illuminate Additionally a relay attached to the main breaker will automatically turn the main breaker off whenever reverse polarity occurs If reverse polarity occurs immediately turn off all cabin AC breakers and dockside outlet breakers Disconnect the power cable from the dock side outlet and notify a qualified electrician to che...

Page 41: ...multaneously when activated It is automatic and is equipped with an ammeter to monitor charging See the battery charger manual for more infor mation At dockside and when connected to shore power the battery charger maintains the charge on the house and engine batteries When operating on the optional generator the on board battery charger must be on to maintain charge on the house battery The gener...

Page 42: ...t illuminate when supplied with power to the panel the polarity is correct Move the AC main switch to the ON position Disconnecting Procedure for Shore Power Turn the main breaker on the AC panel and the disconnect switch on the dockside outlet to the OFF positions Disconnect the cable from the dockside out let and replace the outlet caps Disconnect the cable from the boat and close the inlet cap ...

Page 43: ... Selector Switch The generator panel is equipped with this switch if the optional AC generator is installed Move the selector switch to the SHORE position when connected to dock side power Move the selector switch to the OFF position when disconnecting the dockside power Move the selector switch to the OFF position when there is no AC power for starting the generator Move the selector switch to th...

Page 44: ...e wing nut connectors to attach battery cables Remove the cables and clean the posts and cable clamps with a bat tery post cleaner or sandpaper as required Coating the battery posts and cable clamps with petroleum jelly or silicone grease pro tects them and reduces corrosion Replace both positive and ground battery cables when they show signs of corrosion or fray ing High current draws such as sta...

Page 45: ...actors to the generator s longevity are proper ventila tion maintenance of the fuel system ignition system cooling system lubrication system and the AC alternator Outlined in your generator owner s manual are the maintenance schedules and proce dures Follow them exactly WARNING Corrosion allowed to build on the electrical connectors can cause a poor connection resulting in shorts ground faults or ...

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Page 47: ... sink and turn the water on Some minor variations in the water temperature and pressure may occur as the pump cycles The sinks drain overboard Water drains from the shower to a sump pump system located in the bilge below the cabin floor An automatic float switch in the shower sump controls the pump After show ering let the cold water flow for a while to flush the drainage system of soap residue It...

Page 48: ...ically control the pump As the pressure builds in the washdown hose the pump will shut off When the washdown hose is in use and the pressure drops the pump will turn on Turn off the washdown system off when not in use The raw water washdown system is equipped with a sea strainer on the intake side of the pump located in the aft bilge Check the strainer frequently and clean as necessary Washdown Ho...

Page 49: ...ose the valves to prevent seawater from entering the boat through the drainage system Check and operate the drain valves monthly to ensure their condi tion and proper operation Also check the drain system frequently to ensure it flows freely and the hoses on the thru hull fittings are secure and not leaking Please review the drainage schematic to become familiar with the location of thru hull drai...

Page 50: ...omatic functions are located on the MDP Activate the manual bilge pump briefly each time the boat is used to ensure pumps are operating properly Activate the automatic switch manually to verify operation by plac ing a wet rag across the sensor and mount ing bracket There is a delay built into the switch before the pump will activate The pump will continue to operate for a short time after the rag ...

Page 51: ...p Closed The cooler located under the port aft facing seat is drained by gravity to an overboard thru hull The rope locker drains overboard through a drain fitting located in the hull side at the bot tom of the rope locker Inspect the drain fre quently to remove any accumulated debris 5 5 Plumbing System Maintenance Information supplied with water system com ponents by the equipment manufacturers ...

Page 52: ...Test the rear automatic bilge pump switch and high water alarm float switch before using the boat every time to ensure proper operation Operate the knob or lever on the side of the switch until the pump activates or add water to the bilge until the water level is high enough to activate the pump Flush all gravity drains with fresh water to keep them clean and flowing freely Clean and inspect the s...

Page 53: ...Plumbing System 5 7 Section 5 OS 285 CAUTION Never use harsh chemical drain clean ers in marine drain systems Perma nent damage to the hoses and fittings may result ...

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Page 55: ...nual 6 4 Bilge Compartment Ventilation Four vents provide airflow into the bilge compartment located on either side of the cockpit under the gunwale boards This pro vides adequate air movement in the bilge compartment 6 5 Generator Compartment Ventilation Your Pursuit may be equipped with the optional generator Regulations consider the aft bilge area an engine compartment The ventilation system me...

Page 56: ...lly inspect and clean the gener ator compartment ventilation ducts to ensure adequate air circulation A build up of leaves twigs or other debris can severely reduce ventilation It is impor tant to be sure that the bilge water level does not accumulate to a level that could restrict the ventilation ducts Test blower operation by placing a hand over the exhaust vent Do not rely on the sound of the b...

Page 57: ... or a Danforth style anchor A chain binder is provided on the deck near the pulpit to secure the anchor Always make sure the chain binder secures the anchor chain before getting underway Anchor Chain Properly Secured For Travels Anchor Rope Locker The anchor locker is in the bow of the boat and accessed through a hatch in the deck Danforth style anchors use a recessed locker The anchor rope locker...

Page 58: ... a winch to move the boat over the anchor Move the boat under its own power to the anchor and break the anchor loose Refer to the windlass owner s manual for use of the windlass and its remote control Windshield Your Pursuit is equipped with a vented heavy duty aluminum windshield The front and side wing panels are tempered safety glass The curved glass panels on the port and starboard side of the...

Page 59: ...he engine s Transom Door The transom door should only be opened when the boat is not in motion The door must be latched in either the full OPEN or full CLOSED position Never leave the transom door unlatched DANGER Moving propellers are dangerous They can cause death loss of limb or other severe injury Do not use the swim platform or swim ladder while the engine s are running Stop the engine s if d...

Page 60: ...d water by the fresh water system and works much like the shower in the head Hard Top The hard top consists of a laminated fiber glass top mounted to a welded aluminum frame bolted to the deck It is designed to accommodate radio antennas radar anten nas and navigation lights It could also be equipped with optional outriggers and or rod holders WARNING Serious or fatal injury can occur due to the r...

Page 61: ...to the zippers on the front of the connector Snap the curtains to the windshield and the deck beginning with the forward snaps on the windshield The side curtains will have to be stretched slightly to pull out the wrinkles and reach the snaps If you have an optional drop curtain slide it into the slide track on the back of the hard top and attach it to the rear of the side cur tains Snap the drop ...

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Page 63: ...hen close the inlet valve and pump the bowl dry The waste remains in the holding tank until it is pumped out by a waste dumping station or the overboard macerator discharge system Holding Tank The holding tank is located in the machinery space Monitor the waste level in the holding tank and have it pumped out before com pletely full If the holding tank overfills the waste overflows out the tank ve...

Page 64: ...ing the cover back over the stove Refrigerator A 12 volt refrigerator is standard equipment The breaker on the MDP and the thermostat inside the refrigerator must be on Exercise care while operating the refrigerator without the engines running as continued use of the refrigerator may drain the house battery When on shore power the battery charger should always be on If the boat is equipped with th...

Page 65: ...echanical space Seawater comes to the pump from a thru hull fitting located in the hull near the pump A sea strainer between the pump and thru hull fitting protects the system from contami nants that can damage the pump or the air conditioning system Make sure the seawa ter pump receives adequate seawater by periodically cleaning the sea strainer basket Air locks can occur in the cooling pump wate...

Page 66: ...ptional Installed on the hard top is the optional TV antenna An AB switch switches the TV between the antenna and the dockside cable The AB switch and antenna power supply are in the overhead galley cabinet A red light on the antenna power supply indi cates antenna selection and activation TV Cable Inlet Optional The TV cable inlet is mounted next to the shore power inlet It allows the boat to con...

Page 67: ...ble alarm system mounted in the helm area that monitors selected critical engine sys tems The alarm will sound if one of these systems begins to fail Refer to the engine owner s manual for information on the alarms installed with your engines and addi tional operating and maintenance informa tion If the alarms sounds throttle the engines back to idle immedi ately shift to neutral monitor the engin...

Page 68: ... the Auto matic Fire Extinguisher System in the Helm Systems If the extinguisher system is activated shut down all engines immediately Turn off all electrical systems powered ventilation and extinguish all smoking materials DO NOT open the engine compartment hatch this will feed oxygen to the fire and a flashback can occur Allow the extinguishing agent to soak the generator compartment for at leas...

Page 69: ...ice uses a micro controller to contin uously measure and accumulate CO levels Should a very high level of CO exist the alarm will sound within a few minutes If small quantities are present or high levels are short lived the detector will accumulate the information and determine when an alarm level has been reached While a CO detector enhances your protec tion from CO poisoning it does not guaran t...

Page 70: ...t fumes are captured in the vessel by the vacuum or low pressure area usually the cockpit bridge deck and cabin that can be created by the forward speed of the boat Boats that are underway should close all aft facing portholes hatches and doors The forward facing deck hatches should be open whenever possible to help pressurize living spaces of the boat Sleep ing particularly in aft cabins should n...

Page 71: ...mmend you be prepared by receiving training in basic first aid and CPR through classes given by the Red Cross or your local hospital Equip your boat with at least a simple marine first aid kit and a first aid manual The marine first aid kit should be designed for the marine environment and be well sup plied Keep it accessible so each person onboard knows where it is located As sup plies are used r...

Page 72: ...yrotechnic sig nals meet both day and night use require ments They should be stored in a cool dry location They include pyrotechnic red flares hand held or aer ial pyrotechnic orange smoke hand held or floating launchers for aerial red meteors or para chute flares Pyrotechnics are universally recognized as excellent distress signals However there is potential for injury and property damage if not ...

Page 73: ... to ensure seals and tamper indicators are not bro ken or missing pressure gauges or indicators read in the operable range no obvious physical damage corrosion leakage or clogged nozzles For information on the type and size fire extinguisher required for your boat refer to the Federal Requirements and Safety Tips for Recreational Boats pamphlet or contact the U S Coast Guard Boating Safety Hot lin...

Page 74: ...pheric Administration NOAA in the United States The EPIRB should be mounted and registered according to the instructions pro vided with the beacon so the beacon s unique distress code can be used to quickly identify the boat and owner Additional Equipment to Consider VHF Radio Life Raft Spare Anchor Spare Keys Heaving Line Fenders First Aid Kit Portable Radio Flashlight and Batteries Mirror Search...

Page 75: ...ticularly to the front Overloading and improper distribution of weight can cause the boat to become unsta ble and are significant causes of accidents Know the weight capacity and horsepower rating of your boat Do not overload or over power your boat Remember it is the operator s responsibility to use good common sense and sound judg ment in loading and operating the boat 10 2 Homeland Security Res...

Page 76: ...tuation while operating in inland waters These are basic examples and not intended to teach all the rules of navigation For further information consult the Naviga tion Rules or contact the Coast Guard Coast Guard Auxiliary Department of Natu ral Resources or your local boat club These organizations sponsor courses in boat han dling including rules of the road We strongly recommend such courses Boo...

Page 77: ...to any special cir cumstances including the limitations of the vessels which may justify a departure from the rules that is necessary to avoid immedi ate danger or a collision Navigation Aids Aids to navigation are placed along coasts and navigable waters as guides to mark safe water and to assist mariners in determining their position in relation to land and hidden dangers Each aid to navigation ...

Page 78: ...arts onboard The kit should include basic tools Spark Plug Wrench Hammer Spark Plug Gap Gauge Electrician s Tape Screwdrivers Lubricating Oil Pliers Jackknife Adjustable Wrench Vise Grip Pliers Needle Nose Pliers Wire Crimping Tool End Wrench Set Wire Connector Set The spare parts kit should include Extra Light Bulbs Spark Plugs Fuses and Circuit Breakers Flashlight and Batteries Drain Plugs Engin...

Page 79: ...red For infor mation on the courses offered in your area call the Boating Safety Hotline 800 368 5647 If the drive unit hits an underwater object stop the engine Inspect drive unit for dam age If damaged contact your dealer for a complete inspection and repair of the unit Stopping the Boat Allow engines to drop to the idle speed Shift controls to NEUTRAL If the engines have been run at high speed ...

Page 80: ... tabs from the tower The reaction of the trim tabs will be exaggerated in the tower Use small tab corrections and wait ten 10 seconds for the tabs to react Keep mak ing small corrections until the hull is at the desired attitude Do not overload the tower Most towers are designed for two average sized peo ple and weight in the tower affects the center of gravity and motion of the boat is greatly ex...

Page 81: ... stopped Have the dock lines ready and secure the boat as soon at it stops Use fenders to protect the boat while it is docked Keep the engines running until the lines are secured Backing into a Slip Approach the slip with the stern against the wind or current and the engines straight ahead Use the engines and turn the steer ing wheel to maneuver the boat into align ment with the slip Reverse the e...

Page 82: ...s the depth may be required for storm conditions Check landmarks on shore to make sure the anchor is not dragging If it is dragging start over It is prudent to use two anchors if you are anchoring overnight or in rough weather Releasing the Anchor Release the anchor by traversing to the point where the anchor line becomes verti cal It should release when you pass that point If the anchor does not ...

Page 83: ...the towing task we recommend this to be reserved for those with the right equip ment and knowledge e g the U S Coast Guard or a commercial towing company The mooring cleats or bow stern eyes on Pursuit boats are not designed or intended to be used for towing or lifting These cleats are designed as mooring cleats for securing the boat to a dock pier etc only DO NOT use these fittings for towing lif...

Page 84: ... hardware for the purpose of tow ing being towed or lifting they are not designed for that purpose Contact your dealer to evaluate your towing vehicle and hitch and to make sure you have the correct trailer for your boat Make sure the trailer is a match for the weight and hull design of the boat More damage can occur by the stresses of road travel than by normal water opera tion A boat hull is des...

Page 85: ...ioning properly Brakes check on a level parking area roll forward and apply the brakes several times at increasing speeds to determine if the brakes on the tow vehicle and trailer are working properly Side View Mirrors make sure the tow vehicle mirrors are large enough to pro vide an unobstructed rear view on both sides of the vehicle Tires and Wheel Bearings check before getting on the road Make ...

Page 86: ...ne attached a paddle or boathook to assist person to the boat make sure you do not hit them with the ring buoy or the boat Pull person to the boat and assist onboard Check person for injuries and administer first aid if necessary if the injuries are serious call for help immediately Refer to Safety Equipment for more informa tion on first aid and requesting emergency medical assistance 10 17 Trash...

Page 87: ...ifouling paint or epoxy barrier coatings are not recommended and will void the hull blister warranty DO NOT allow antifouling paint to contact the outboard engine Most antifouling paints contain copper which will cause severe gal vanic damage to the motor Leave a 1 2 12 7 mm barrier between the hull bottom paint and outboard engine Most bottom paints require maintenance especially when the boat is...

Page 88: ...neficial effects as they have on an automobile finish The wax will fill minute scratches and pores which help prevent soiling and will extend the life of the gelcoat After the boat is exposed to the direct sun light for a period of time the color in the gel coat tends to fade dull or chalk from oxidation of the gel This condition will be more apparent with dark colors which require more frequent m...

Page 89: ...er metal protectors can make the metal slippery and should not be used on tower ladders steering wheels and other areas for gripping or stepping Stains can be removed with a metal polish or fine polishing compound To minimize corro sion use a caulking compound to bed hard ware and fasteners mounted to aluminum fabrications If the anodized coating is badly scratched it can be touched up with paint ...

Page 90: ...ut of the gasoline to the bottom of the tank Since the fuel pick up tube is near the bot tom of the tank phase separation can cause the engine to run poorly or not at all This condition is more severe with methyl alcohol and will worsen as the alcohol content increases Water or a jelly like substance in the fuel filters is an indication of possible phase separation from the use of alcohol blended ...

Page 91: ...soft cloth dampened with Ivory Flakes and water Rinse with clean water Stubborn spots and stains spray with either Fantastik Cleaner or Tannery Car Care Cleaner and rub with a soft cloth Rinse with clean water Liquid spills wipe with a clean absor bent cloth immediately Rinse with clean water Food grease and oily stains spray with either Fantastik Cleaner or Tannery Car Care Cleaner wiping with a ...

Page 92: ... cabin and locker doors and hang a commercially available mildew protector in the cabin Read the label carefully on mildew protec tors and remove the protector and allow the cabin to ventilate completely before using the cabin 11 5 Bilge To keep the bilge clean and fresh use a commercial bilge cleaner regularly Follow the directions carefully All exposed pumps and metal components should be spraye...

Page 93: ...d when using a lift truck to move your boat DO NOT attempt to lift boat with a substantial amount of water in the bilge Severe gelcoat cracking or more serious hull damage can occur during hauling and launching if pressure is created on the gun wales sheer by the slings Use flat wide slings and spreaders long enough to keep pressure from the gunwales DO NOT allow your boat to be hauled when the sp...

Page 94: ...reas etc should also be sprayed with a disinfectant 12 2 Winterizing Fresh Water System The entire fresh water system must be com pletely drained Disconnect all hoses check valves etc and blow all the water from the system Make sure the water heater and fresh water tank are completely drained Use very low air pressure only when blowing water from the system to prevent damage to components The chec...

Page 95: ... and discharge hoses completely using low air pressure if necessary The head holding tank and macerator discharge pump must be pumped dry and one gallon of potable water antifreeze poured into the tank through the deck waste pumpout fitting After the antifreeze has been added to the holding tank open the overboard discharge valve and activate the macerator pump until the antifreeze solution is vis...

Page 96: ...amp storage enclosure Excessive dampness can cause electrical problems corrosion and excessive mildew DO NOT use the bimini top or convertible top canvas in place of the winter storage cover The life of these tops can be short ened if exposed to harsh weather elements for long periods DO NOT use an electric or fuel burning heat ing unit in the bilge area If the boat is to be stored indoors make su...

Page 97: ...oper operation Check the bilge pump manual and auto matic switches When the engines start check the cool ing system port below the engine cowl ing for a strong stream of water to ensure cooling pump is operating Carefully monitor the gauges and check for leakage and abnormal noises Operate boat at slow speeds until engine temperature stabilizes and all systems are operating normally ...

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Page 99: ...g aboard Boat Hook Short shaft of wood or metal with a hook fitting at one end shaped to aid in extending one s reach from the side of the boat Bow The front end of a boat s hull Bow Line A line that leads forward from the bow of the boat Bow Rail Knee high rails of solid tubing to aid in preventing people from falling over board Bridge The area from which a boat is steered and controlled Bridge D...

Page 100: ...ject of rubber or plastic used to protect the topsides from scarring and rubbing against a dock or another ves sel Fend off To push or hold the boat off from the dock or another boat Flying Bridge A control station above the level of the deck or cabin Flukes The broad portions of an anchor which dig into the ground Following Sea A sea that comes up from the stern and runs in the same direction tha...

Page 101: ...ter to flow to the lowest point of the hull where it can be pumped overboard Line The term used to describe a rope when it is on a boat Lists A boat that inclines to port or star board while afloat L O A Boat length overall Locker A closet chest or box aboard a boat Loran An electronic navigational instru ment which monitors the boat s position using signals emitted from pairs of transmit ting sta...

Page 102: ...or giving it sternway Roll A boat s sideways rotational motion in rough water Rope Locker A locker usually located in the bow of a boat used for stowing the anchor line or chain Rubrail Railing often rubber or hard plas tic that runs along the boat s sheer to pro tect the hull when coming alongside docks piers or other boats Rudder A moveable flat surface that is attached vertically at or near the...

Page 103: ... used at boat yards to hoist boats out of and back into the water Trim Refers to the boat s angle or the way it is balanced Trough The area of water between the crests of waves and parallel to them Twin Screw Craft A boat with two propel lers on two separate shafts Underway When a boat moves through the water Wake Disrupted water that a boat leaves astern as a result of its motion Wash The flow of...

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Page 105: ...bilge with a protector X Clean bilge X X Check bilge for leaks X X Inspect operate thru hull valves X Inspect steering control systems X Service steering control systems X Inspect fuel system for leaks X Inspect service fuel system X Inspect fuel tank vents screens X Replace fuel filters X Lubricate fuel fill O rings X Inspect fire extinguisher X Test bilge pump auto switches X Inspect protect ele...

Page 106: ...B 2 Appendix B Maintenance Log OS 285 Date Hours Dealer Service Repairs Maintenance Log ...

Page 107: ...Maintenance Log B 3 Appendix B OS 285 Date Hours Dealer Service Repairs ...

Page 108: ...B 4 Appendix B Maintenance Log OS 285 Date Hours Dealer Service Repairs ...

Page 109: ...Boating Accident Report C 1 Appendix C OS 285 Boating Accident Report ...

Page 110: ...C 2 Appendix C Boating Accident Report OS 285 ...

Page 111: ...Float Plan D 1 Appendix D OS 285 Float Plan ...

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Page 113: ...Grease spindle The engine will not start with the shift control lever in neutral The control cable is out of adjustment not activating the neutral safety cut out switch The shift control lever is not in the neutral detent Try moving the shift lever slightly There is a loose wire on the neutral safety switch on the transmission Inspect wires and repair loose connec tions The starter or ignition swi...

Page 114: ...e raw water pump impeller is worn or damaged Repair the pump The engine thermostat is faulty and needs to be replaced The engine alternator is not charging properly The battery cable is loose or corroded Clean and tighten battery cables The alternator is not charging and must be replaced The engine battery isolator in the charg ing system is not working properly Replace the isolator The battery is...

Page 115: ...ir the engine control system The fuel injection system on the engine is malfunctioning Repair the fuel injec tion system Accessory Problems The livewell pump runs but does not pump water The strainer on the intake scoop is clogged preventing the water from get ting to the pump Put the boat in reverse to clean the strainer There is an air lock in the system Run the boat above 15 m p h and the pick ...

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Page 117: ...Schematics F 1 Appendix F OS 285 Schematics ...

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