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Introduction 

 

Some countries, states or regions do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations may 
not be applicable.  Some countries, states or regions do not allow the exclusion or limitations of incidental or consequential 
damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not be applicable.  This warranty gives the owner specific legal rights, and 
the owner may also have other rights, which vary country to country, state to state, or region to region.   
Retail customers in the European Economic area (EEA) may have legal rights under the applicable national legislation regarding 
the  sale  of  consumer  goods  which  are  not  affected  by  this  Limited  Warranty.    The  retail  customer’s  legal  rights  under  any 
applicable  national  legislation  regarding  the  sale  of  consumer  goods  shall  not  be  affected.    Information  on  authorized  EEA 
dealers and EEA Privacy be obtained at www.Quicksilver.com. 
 
STATUTE OF LIMITATIONS:  Any action for rescission or revocations against Brunswick Marine in EMEA shall be barred unless it 
is commenced within one (1) year from the date of accrual of such cause of action.  This provision does not grant any consumer 
a right of rescission or revocation against Brunswick Marine in EMEA, where such does not otherwise exist under applicable 
law.    Some  country,  state,  or  region  may  not  allow  the  applicable  statute  of  limitations  for  rescission  or  revocation  to  be 
reduced, so this provision may not apply to each retail owner. 
 
OWNER’S OBLIGATIONS:  Contact the selling Brunswick Marine in EMEA dealer to set up an appointment for warranty repairs.  
All  warranty  work  or  repairs  must  be  referred  to  the  selling  dealer  for  authorization  as  a  condition  precedent  to  Limited 
Warranty coverage.  Brunswick Marine in EMEA must receive written notice of any remaining warranty claims form the owner 
prior  to  the  expiration  of  the  owner’s  Limited  Warranty,  and  the  owner  must  notify  Brunswick  Marine  in  EMEA  of  any 
Quicksilver being repaired by an authorized Brunswick Marine in EMEA dealer which has been at the dealership for fifteen (15) 
days, or of any claimed defect which was not corrected after one (1) repair attempt.   
 
MODIFICATIONS & SEVERABILITY:  The terms and conditions contained herein, as well as those of any documents prepared in 
conjunction with the sale of  this vessel may not  be modified, altered, or  waived by any action, inaction, or representations, 
whether oral or in writing, except upon the expressed, written authority of a management level employee of Brunswick Marine 
in  EMEA.    The  invalidity  or  unenforceability  of  any  one  or  more  of  the  provisions  herein  shall  not  affect  the  validity  and 
enforceability of the other provisions.   
  

Summary of Contents for Activ 555 Open

Page 1: ...Activ 555 Open Owner s Manual...

Page 2: ......

Page 3: ...ntains information vital to understanding the operation of your boat Original Equipment Manufacturer OEM Information The OEM information contains manuals provided by the individual system manufacturer...

Page 4: ...ny time without notice in the colors equipment specifications materials and prices of all models or to discontinue models Should changes in production models be made Quicksilver is not obligated to ma...

Page 5: ...8 12 Navigation Lights 9 13 Engine 10 14 Trailering 10 15 Strong Points 10 System Component Overview and Operation 1 Fuel System 12 2 Bilge Pumps 14 3 Fire Prevention 15 4 Carbon Monoxide Monitor 16 5...

Page 6: ...ing of your boat Understand and follow the Rules of the Road and learn how to navigate Do not forget that a boating license is mandatory in many countries for vessels above a certain engine power Thes...

Page 7: ...d side of the hull under the gunwale if the boat has an optional swim platform and is your boat s most important identifying factor The CIN must be included in all correspondence related to the vessel...

Page 8: ...WHAT BRUNSWICK MARINE IN EMEA WILL DO Brunswick Marine in EMEA s sole and exclusive obligation under this warranty is limited to at our option repairing a defective part replacing such part or parts w...

Page 9: ...efurbished repaired or remanufactured products or parts in the warranty repair or replacement process Such products and parts will be comparable in function and performance to an original product or p...

Page 10: ...ally used for such purposes The repair or replacement of parts or the performance of service under this warranty does not extend the life of this warranty beyond its original expiration date Unexpired...

Page 11: ...e 13 Any failure or defect caused by an act of nature resulting in damage cost or expense 14 Any transportation 15 Any failure or defect arising from a previous repair made by a non authorized service...

Page 12: ...A where such does not otherwise exist under applicable law Some country state or region may not allow the applicable statute of limitations for rescission or revocation to be reduced so this provision...

Page 13: ...tiv 555OP Design Category C Length of Hull LH 5 29m Length Overall LMAX 5 47m Beam of Hull BH 2 23m Beam Max BMAX 2 29m Draft of Hull TH 0 36m Draft Max TMAX 0 76m Overall Height Ha 1 83m Light Craft...

Page 14: ...planing speeds keep all openings hatches lockers doorways and windows closed to minimize flooding Breaking waves are a serious stability hazard Finally stability can be compromised when towing or lift...

Page 15: ...cluding 2m Category D Designed for winds that include up to a wind force 4 Beaufort scale 16 knots and a significant wave height up to and including 0 3m with occasional waves of 0 5m maximum height R...

Page 16: ...Quicksilver 555OP General Information 4 6 Safety Label Locations...

Page 17: ...Dash panel Helm bucket seats Fuel tank access plate Midship rail P S Rod holder P S Aft cleat P S Grab rail Transom ladder Navigation light base Motorwell access plate Engine rigging tube Access plate...

Page 18: ...Layout optional equipment Bow table Console cushion Console backrest Ski pole Kicker motor bracket Port sunlounge extension cushion Bow conversion cushion Stb sunlounge extension cushion Bow seat fill...

Page 19: ...ding on the type of boat you may have underwater fittings that need drain plugs Garboard drain plugs and fishbox drain plugs need to be in place before the boat goes in to the water Any fitting that w...

Page 20: ...ir temperature sensor Stereo USB receptacle SC1000 speedometer SC1000 tachometer Please note that operator vision from the helm may be obstructed by high trim angles of the craft along with other fact...

Page 21: ...d to illuminate the port red starboard green bow lights showing other vessels that you are underway To turn on the Anchor light only push the upper part of the second switch illuminating the all aroun...

Page 22: ...long with full liquid loads This does not include gear weight usually associated with operating the vessel 15 Strong Points Cleats Your boat comes equipped with five cleats the two located on the bow...

Page 23: ...lifting points specified Using the cleats for lifting is dangerous and could cause serious injury or death Always tow or be towed at a slow speed Never exceed the hull speed of a displacement craft wh...

Page 24: ...ue to trim and loading conditions so consider keeping at a minimum 25 reserve fuel in the tank Fuel tanks with levels less than 25 capacity can cause engine stalling problems due to fuel starvation or...

Page 25: ...uration level will cause most of the ethanol in the fuel to separate from the bulk fuel and drop to the bottom of the tank significantly reducing the level of ethanol in the fuel mixture in the upper...

Page 26: ...float switch when the water in the bilge reaches a predetermined level You can also manually operate the bilge pump at the console by pressing the bilge pump switch at the helm Inspect the bilge pump...

Page 27: ...ed or replaced when expired or discharged 4 Ensure that the fire fighting equipment is readily accessible when the boat is occupied 5 Inform the members of the crew about the location and operation of...

Page 28: ...until the person is overcome Prolonged exposure to low concentration or very short exposure to high concentrations can result in asphyxiation and death Symptoms of Carbon Monoxide poisoning include d...

Page 29: ...ery sensitive and will notify you before dangerous amounts of CO can accumulate which will allow you to take measures to dissipate the gas from the affected areas When there is a buildup of CO in the...

Page 30: ...gine s generator LPG stoves and other equipment that burns fuel contain Carbon Monoxide Carbon Monoxide can kill you Open all doors hatches curtains and windows to allow fresh air to circulate Never i...

Page 31: ...ntroller the button is located at the center of the throttle control and when moved back to the center position the button will automatically re engage the shifting mechanism Power Trim Tilt The power...

Page 32: ...at leaves the control station either accidently by falling into the boat or by being ejected overboard The lanyard should be long enough to prevent inadvertent activation Do not let the lanyard become...

Page 33: ...hrough the boat s stereo Alternatively you can playback music via the Bluetooth settings on your external music player There are two speakers on the boat located on the deck walls port and starboard o...

Page 34: ...d match the console seat cushion To put away the sun lounge fold the filler panel back on top of the bow hatch place the bow seat filler cushion all the way to the front and then fold the bow conversi...

Page 35: ...unt of water that could potentially enter the bilge Quicksilver suggests that prior to installing or removing the ski pylon spray water on the ski pole to help slide it through the deck plate When the...

Page 36: ...operly installed Failure to do so may result in injury or death Remove the ski pylon from the base before raising engine to trailer mode to avoid any damage to the engine cowl Only tow water skis or w...

Page 37: ...und while the boat is underway 4 Battery Switch Your vessel is equipped with a battery switch to control the delivery of DC power from the battery The battery switch panel is located in the aft lounge...

Page 38: ...battery switch panel there are two thermal breakers while at the helm there is an a fuse panel accessible via the console storage hatch To access simply remove the snap curtain located on the aft wal...

Page 39: ...trical schematics were generated by the Electrical Engineering Department for technical reference and service technicians Quicksilver does not recommend that you attempt to work on the boat s electric...

Page 40: ...Quicksilver 555OP Electrical Systems 28 DC Wiring Schematic...

Page 41: ...erformance and overall look If it has been a while between inspections you might notice algae or slime growth on the hull This can be cleaned with a coarse towel or soft bristle brush The growth shoul...

Page 42: ...violet rays etc will take their toll on vinyl products causing them to lose their luster and texture To clean remove ordinary dirt and smudges with a mild soap and water solution Dry with a soft lint...

Page 43: ...of silicone spray a wax candle can be used to lubricate the zipper track Replace any missing fasteners or any fasteners showing signs of corrosion DO NOT use petroleum based products such as petroleum...

Page 44: ...our acrylic scratch resistant clean and minimize the deteriorating effects of sunlight To clean rinse the windscreen window thoroughly with clean water to remove any dust dirt particles salt water or...

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