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ROBALO BOATS OWNER’S MANUAL

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INTRODUCTION 1-1

WELCOME ABOARD!

1-1

ABOUT THIS MANUAL

1-1

CONSTRUCTION & STANDARDS

1-2

RESPONSIBILITIES 1-4
LAWS AND REGULATIONS

1-5

OWNER’S LOGS AND RECORDS

1-6

WARRANTY POLICY TRANFER

1-6

BOAT DATA RECORD

1-7

FUEL USAGE CHART

1-8

TRAVEL PLAN LOG

1-9

OWNERSHIP TRANSFER RECORD

1-15

BOATING SAFETY

2-1

HAZARD COMMUNICATION

2-1

SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS

2-1

SAFETY EQUIPMENT

2-4

RUNNING AND NAVIGATION LIGHTS

2-5

SAFETY AFLOAT

2-5

WATER SPORTS

2-12

SYSTEMS 3-1

ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

3-1

FUEL SYSTEM

3-4

MARINE SANITATION DEVICES

3-4

COMPONENTS 4-1

DASHBOARD AND INSTRUMENT PANEL

4-1

HYDRAULIC STEERING SYSTEM

4-2

MULTIFUNCTION NAVIGATION DISPLAY SYSTEM

4-2

THROTTLE 4-2
CONTROLS 4-2
POWER TRIM

4-2

BILGE PUMP

4-3

RUNNING AND NAVIGATIONAL LIGHTS

4-3

STEREO SOUND SYSTEM

4-3

FIRE EXTINGUISHERS

4-3

UNDERWAY 5-1

TRANSPORTING YOUR BOAT

5-1

LAUNCHING AND LOADING

5-2

BOARDING YOUR BOAT

5-3

FUELING 5-4
OPERATING YOUR BOAT

5-6

ANCHORING YOUR BOAT

5-9

MOORING YOUR BOAT

5-10

SHUTTING DOWN THE ENGINE

5-10

PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR

6-1

ENGINE 6-1
TUNE-UP 6-2
FUEL SYSTEM

6-2

MONTHLY INSPECTION

6-2

OUTBOARD DRIVE UNIT

6-2

PROPELLERS 6-3
BILGE 6-3

TROUBLESHOOTING 7-1
INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR CARE

8-1

FIBERGLASS AND GELCOAT

8-1

HULL BOTTOM MAINTENANCE

8-2

BOTTOM PAINT (ANTI-FOULING)

8-2

DECK HARDWARE AND FITTINGS

8-2

WINDSHIELD AND PORTHOLE

8-3

CARPET 8-3
SEAT COVERINGS AND VINYL

8-3

CANVAS (WEATHER COVERINGS)

8-4

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2013 Robalo R180 & R200 Owner’s Manual

Robalo Boats, LLC
Nashville, GA
robalo.com

https://www.boat-manuals.com/

Summary of Contents for R180

Page 1: ...please ensure that you obtain handling and operat ing experience before assuming command of the boat Your dealer or national sailing federation or yacht club will be pleased to advise you of local sea schools or competent instructors Please keep this manual in a secure place and hand it over to the new owner when you sell the craft For a complete list of standard and optional features and equipmen...

Page 2: ...4 2 THROTTLE 4 2 CONTROLS 4 2 POWER TRIM 4 2 BILGE PUMP 4 3 RUNNING AND NAVIGATIONAL LIGHTS 4 3 STEREO SOUND SYSTEM 4 3 FIRE EXTINGUISHERS 4 3 UNDERWAY 5 1 TRANSPORTING YOUR BOAT 5 1 LAUNCHING AND LOADING 5 2 BOARDING YOUR BOAT 5 3 FUELING 5 4 OPERATING YOUR BOAT 5 6 ANCHORING YOUR BOAT 5 9 MOORING YOUR BOAT 5 10 SHUTTING DOWN THE ENGINE 5 10 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR 6 1 ENGINE 6 1 TUNE U...

Page 3: ...PREPARATION 9 1 SYSTEMS AND COMPONENTS 9 2 ENGINE 9 2 FUEL SYSTEM 9 2 BATTERY 9 2 RECOMMISSIONING 9 3 NAUTICAL GLOSSARY 10 1 WARRANTY 11 1 WIRING SCHEMATICS 12 1 2013 Robalo R180 R200 Owner s Manual Robalo Boats LLC Nashville GA robalo com https www boat manuals com ...

Page 4: ...ed by the standard and optional equipment actually installed on your boat upon delivery No ventilation is provided Fuel vapors are a fire and explosion hazard To avoid injury or death do not store fuel or flammable liquids here WARNING 056 0864 WARNING 056 0864 Avoid serious injury or death from fire or explosion resulting from leaking fuel Inspect system for leaks at least once a year WARNING AVO...

Page 5: ...OL BY VOLUME Methanol or Ethanol DAMAGE AND LOSS OF WARRANTY MAY RESULT WARNING Carbon monoxide CO can cause brain damage or death Carbon monoxide can be present in the cabin Signs of carbon monoxide poisoning include nausea headache dizziness drowsiness and lack of consciousness Get fresh air if anyone shows signs of carbon monoxide poisoning Get fresh air if carbon monoxide detector alarm sounds...

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Page 7: ...BRAIN DAMAGE OR DEATH FROM CARBON MONOXIDE KEEP COCKPIT AND CABIN AREAS WELL VENTILATED AVOID BLOCKAGE OF EXHAUST OUTLETS SIGNS OF EXPOSURE INCLUDE NAUSEA DIZZINESS AND DROWSINESS SEE BOAT OWNER S MANUAL FOR MORE DETAILS DANGER DANGER USING BOARDING LADDER WHILE ENGINE IS RUNNING CAN RESULT IN SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY TURN OFF ENGINE BEFORE USING LADDER THE OPERATOR OF THIS VESSEL IS RESPONSIBLE FOR...

Page 8: ...RE USING LADDER THE OPERATOR OF THIS VESSEL IS RESPONSIBLE FOR THE ACTIONS OF PERSON IN AND AROUND THIS VESSEL SAFETY IS THE OPERATOR S RESPONSIBILITY USING SWIM PLATFORM FORWARD DECK OR SUN DECK WHILE BOAT IS UNDERWAY COULD RESULT IN SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY STOP BOAT AND TURN OFF ENGINES BEFORE USING AVOID SERIOUS OR FATAL INJURY DUE TO ROTATION OF SEAT LOCK SWIVEL WHEN SPEED EXCEEDS 5 M P H INTER...

Page 9: ...it on board the boat at all times If you transfer ownership of this boat to someone else be sure to give this manual to the new owner Your owner s packet contains the manual for the boat you selected Also in this packet are instruction manuals from the suppliers of standard and optional equipment for your boat Examples of these manuals include the engine electrical equipment pumps and cabin amenit...

Page 10: ...orage What do you do when you need to winterize or store your boat for extend ed periods of time This chapter provides the necessary information 10 Nautical Glossary The Nautical Glossary defines terms associated with your boat and terms you may encounter during your boating experience CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS All Robalo boats meet or exceed the construction standards set by the U S Coast Guard the ...

Page 11: ...etail is a Robalo hallmark Instead of routing the engine wiring harness haphazardly in the bilge in black tape we rely on automotive style flexguard loom that not only keeps things neat but also protects against abrasion Through Bolted Stainless Steel Cleats It s one of the most often used components on your boat but most people think a cleat is a cleat right Wrong Robalo s cleats are stainless st...

Page 12: ...ask for assistance Boat Owner Your responsibilities include the following 1 Read this manual as well as all other manuals and information in cluded in your owner s packet 2 Schedule an appointment with your dealer to go over all warranties After the appointment complete the Robalo Boat limited warranty reg istration card in an envelope inside the Owner s Manual packet Keep a record of the hull num...

Page 13: ...wa terborne garbage can litter beaches and cause illness U S Coast Guard regulations therefore strictly prohibit dumping plastic refuse or other gar bage mixed with plastic into the water anywhere Further the regulations restrict the dumping of other forms of garbage within 12 miles from shore on the east coast and 9 miles from shore on the west coast Within 3 miles of shore and in U S lakes river...

Page 14: ...case your return is delayed past the expected time It also has space for indicating information about the person filing this report Leave the completed form ashore with a respon sible person We recommend you make several copies of this form each boating season to ensure an ample supply The Fuel Usage Chart is a handy way to record information covering engine hours fuel consumption miles traveled a...

Page 15: ...turer Type Model Number Boat Name Hull Color s Tank Capacity Propeller Serial Number Key Numbers Length Beam Weight Manufacturer Pitch Cabin Draft Drive Down Draft Drive Up Freeboard Fore Freeboard Aft Engine Manufacturer Model Name Number Oil Type SAE Quarts Filter Type Model Number Battery Manufacturer Model Number Glove Box Ignition Design Category A B C D circle one Maximum Rated Engine Power ...

Page 16: ...m 1 8 Date RunTime In Hours Fuel Used In Gallons Distance Traveled In Miles RPM Average Miles Per hour Gallons per Hour Date RunTime In Hours Fuel Used In Gallons Distance Traveled In Miles RPM Average Miles Per hour Gallons per Hour FUEL USAGE CHART https www boat manuals com ...

Page 17: ...tion Type HP Return Date Time Return Location Fuel Type Fuel Capacity Boat Description Safety Emergency Equipment YES NO NUMBER Full Name Boat Name Type Life Jackets Cushions Distress Light Age Sex Phone Number Registration Number Manufacturer Complete Address Flares Smoke Signals Flash Light Length Mirror Paddles Anchor Hull Color Deck Color Cabin Color Trim Color Food Water Life Raft Radio Other...

Page 18: ...ghts Tables Legs CO Detector Trim tabs operate correctly Stereo Microwave Toilet Operates Engine trims correctly Stereo Remote Trim Tabs Bow Thruster Instruments register properly Anchor Rode Windlass VHF Radio Livewell systems operate correctly Overhead Lights Livewell Pumps Fishbox Pumps Review gauge operation Check water heater system Water waste winterized Water pressure system operates Let pr...

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Page 20: ...WARNING identifies hazards or unsafe practices that COULD result in severe personal injury or death CAUTION indicates hazards or unsafe practices that COULD result in minor personal injury or product or property damage Note This is a general advisory statement relating to equipment opera tion and maintenance procedures Its intent is to call attention to informa tion more important than normal text...

Page 21: ...east one other passenger aboard in the basic operating pro cedures in handling your boat This person can take over if you unexpect edly become unable to do so Do not allow passengers to ride on parts of your boat other than desig nated seating areas Ask all passengers to remain seated while the boat is in motion Do not use the swim platform or boarding ladder while the engine or engines are runnin...

Page 22: ... local marina about navigational aids unique to your area U S Coast Guard Website www uscg mil California Coast Guard Website www ccg ggc gc ca If you have a marine radio telephone heed storm warnings and answer any distress calls from other boats The word MAYDAY spoken three times is the international signal of distress Monitor marine radio channel 16 which is reserved for emergency and safety me...

Page 23: ...ts often prefer this PFD because it intended for use in waters where quick rescue is possible and it is generally the most comfortable for continuous wear PFD Type IV Throwable You must also have aboard at least one throw able PFD Type IV device The Type IV device can be thrown to a person in the water and grasped and held by the user until rescued The design does not allow it to be worn The most ...

Page 24: ...peration after dark Observe all navigation rules for meeting and passing Do not run at high speeds during night operation Always use common sense and good judgment SAFETY AFLOAT Once your boat is launched and your excursion is underway you need to be aware of your surroundings and how they may affect your safety and that of your passengers There is no substitute for good judgment and common sense ...

Page 25: ...ll work like a sea anchor Radar reflectors if installed on your boat should be 18 inches diagonal ly They should be placed as far above waterline as possible Otherwise a boat with radar may have trouble seeing your boat Man Overboard Should someone in the boat fall overboard Act quickly treat every situation as an emergency Move throttle to idle position and yell Man Overboard Immediately throw a ...

Page 26: ... boat operator or by hazardous weather or water conditions To prevent boat flooding Install drain plug before launching Ensure proper bilge pump operation Do not overload boat Adjust boat speed and trim to match sea and weather conditions Close all cabin hatches doors etc while underway to prevent flood ing due to heavy seas or rain Ensure proper ventilation to avoid carbon monoxide poisoning See ...

Page 27: ...6 or 22 CB radio Running Aground If you run aground check everyone for injury and inspect damage to the boat and propeller s If possible shift weight of passengers or gear to heel the boat while reversing engine s If towing becomes necessary do not attach tow line to deck cleats These are not designed to take full load of the boat Robalo recommends using a commercial towing service Carbon Monoxide...

Page 28: ...e in your boat while at the dock or underway Become familiar with these examples and their precautions to prevent dangerous accidents from occurring on your boat DANGER Blocked hull exhaust outlets near a pier dock sea wall bulkhead or any other means can cause excessive accumulation of poisonous carbon monoxide gas within the cabin areas Make sure hull exhaust outlets are not blocked Figure 2 1 F...

Page 29: ...perates a boat must practice fire safety Each year boat fires and explosions injure hundreds of individuals and cause millions of dollars in property damage Many of these accidents can be prevented WARNING Avoid damage to your fuel system Do not use fuel or additives containing more than 10 alcohol by volume methanol or ethanol Damage and loss of warranty may result Be alert for damage to your boa...

Page 30: ...On a boat with portable fuel tanks make sure the vents can be closed and the tanks have a vapor tight leak proof cap The vent on a portable tank should be open when the motor is running When the portable tank is not in use the vent and the cap should be tightly closed Important Do not operate your boat until the source of a fuel leak is identified Have a qualified service technician correct the co...

Page 31: ...nt Remember that three people not two are required for safe water skiing the boat operator the skier and an observer on the boat facing the skier The observer relays signals from the skier to the operator The operator can therefore give full attention to the operation of the boat and the waters ahead Figure 2 6 shows a set of hand signals recommended by the American Water Ski Association AWSA The ...

Page 32: ...Serious injury may result from para sailing kiting or similar water sports Robalo Boats are not designed for towing para sails kites or any other device designed to become air borne when towed behind a boat Additional Equipment You should consider having additional equipment on board to help make your boating experience safer and more enjoyable Some examples in clude the following Anchor and line ...

Page 33: ...board beam ISOPHASE LIGHTED BUOY 9 G 4sec SPHERICAL MR RW SP G RW A ISOPHASE LIGHTED BUOY 4sec WHISTLE SIGNALS ONE LONG BLAST Warning signal Coming out of slip ONE SHORT BLAST Pass on my port side TWO SHORT BLASTS Pass on my starboard side THREE SHORT BLASTS Engine s in reverse FOUR OR MORE BLASTS Danger signal BRIDGE SIGNALS CAN SG 7 LIGHTED AND OR SOUND N A NUN R N 6 TR R SOUND VISUAL DAY NIGHT ...

Page 34: ...nt to your boat it must be adaptable to the negative ground sys tem NOTE Power feeds for accessory equipment must NOT be taken from the voltmeter terminals A fuse block near the helm has been provided with additional accessory hookups Consult your Robalo dealer for ad ditional DC power needs on your boat CAUTION When adding electrical equipment be careful not to overload the fuse block Note The ap...

Page 35: ...w the engine alternator to charge both batteries 3 For cabin power with engine off place the switch in the Number 2 position Power will now be supplied to your boat from the Number 2 battery Note Robalo does not recommend leaving the switch in the ALL position when the engine is off This will drain both batteries and you will not have a starting battery 4 If one battery is low you still have the o...

Page 36: ...trolysis corrosion is a very real issue and expense for any boater and boat owners must be aware of the proper protection and mainte nance Corrosion will directly affect the performance of your boat within a very short period of time It is the boat owner s responsibility to check for and replace damaged parts due to galvanic deterioration Refer to your Robalo dealer to inves tigate the source of s...

Page 37: ... any part of the system Be certain that all fuel system components are in proper condition and that the entire system is fuel tight Each fuel tank has amanual shut off valves on the top of the tank to close off the fuel system in case of leakage or line failure There is also a fuel valve on the fuel filter to prevent fuel leakage when changing the filter The fuel tank is located forward of the eng...

Page 38: ...ollution Wastes are to be stored in a holding tank or other device such as a Porta Potti until the device can be pumped out and waste disposed of at a shore facility Discharging this waste overboard is prohibited in most jurisdictions Check with the Coast Guard regarding regulations in your area Overboard discharge Important Overboard discharge of untreated sewage within 12 miles of shore on the e...

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Page 43: ...aha The fuel gauge indicates the approximate amount of fuel in your fuel tank The reading is most accurate when your boat is operating at idle speed Be aware that you should compare gauge readings with hours of use versus known fuel consumption because the gauge is only an ap proximate reading of the amount of fuel in your boat s tank The voltmeter indicates battery voltage When the engine is runn...

Page 44: ...d with power and performance features Boat owners will have access to 3D chart plotting HD Digital technology Sirius Satellite Weather and more CAUTION Acceleration at full throttle is not recommended for certain periods of the engine break in period Refer to the en gine owners manual for details THROTTLE The throttle controls the boat s speed and the direction the boat travels If the throttle is ...

Page 45: ...red or to have the mast white port red and starboard green lights all ON while underway It is the boat owner s responsibility to manage battery voltage while using this feature to ensure battery s are not drained to a point where engine will not start Refer to owner s manual packet for instructions and warranty informa tion STEREO SOUND SYSTEM The stereo in your boat is equipped with an AM FM radi...

Page 46: ... If too much weight rests on the hitch the towing vehicle will oversteer a condition that causes the front end of the vehicle to sway Conversely too little weight on the hitch causes the trailer to fishtail In both cases the vehicle will be difficult to handle and at higher speeds the swaying or fishtailing can become un controllable and result in personal injury and damage to the boat trailer or ...

Page 47: ...tant Before launching your boat make sure the transom drain plug is installed If it is not installed the bilge could fill water quickly 1 Always prepare the boat for launching before you get to the ramp Stop in a launching prep area near the ramp that doesn t block traffic and remove your tie downs tilt up your engine or drive unit replace your transom drain plugs etc 2 Have someone at the ramp to...

Page 48: ...u were trying to turn the handlebars of a bicycle Hold each assembly in this turned position and retighten the U bolts and or through bolts This repositioning of the roller assemblies should correct the misalign ment of the boat on your trailer If your boat goes toward the starboard right side reverse the procedure Another common reason for boats not centering themselves is putting the trailer too...

Page 49: ...g passengers or gear forward or aft By tak ing a little extra time to carefully place such gear as coolers water jugs tackle box anchor and tools you create a more desirable trim On plan ing type boats utilize stern loading in order to slightly raise the bow FUELING Improper fueling procedures are the most common cause of boat fires WARNING Fuels with alcohol or alcohol derivatives can lead to haz...

Page 50: ... plate 2 Your Robalo boat has fittings for filling the fuel tank Remove fuel fill plate Insert the fuel supply nozzle Allow nozzle to stay in contact with fitting to prevent possible static produced sparks Note The fuel fill cap may have a built in tank ventilation feature If you should need to replace the cap see your dealer for the exact same cap to ensure proper fuel system operation 3 After pu...

Page 51: ... neutral position before engine will turn over Important Do not operate starter continuously for more than 15 seconds without pausing Allow starter to cool at least three min utes between start attempts 6 Warm up a cold engine by running it at fast idle speed as recom mended in engine manual approximately one to two minutes Leaving the Dock After the engine has warmed up you are ready to leave the...

Page 52: ...ble plane and then throttle down to cruising speed This also provides for better fuel efficiency When maneuvering at low speeds you can reverse move throttle forward or aft the shift mechanism This will react in a braking action Accelerate Bow Planing Attitude Trimming Your Boat Trim refers to the way a boat floats on the water Your boat will work best when it is trimmed to run at an angle between...

Page 53: ... under certain load conditions your boat could have a tendency to bury its forward V ed section The boat will begin to plow and lose speed If the water is choppy the boat will yaw A boat will spin out if its bow is excessively buried The only way to correct this situation is to increase the angle and swing the drive unit outward If the drive unit is angled out too far your loaded boat will be slug...

Page 54: ... size and weight of your boat govern the weight of the anchor and the diameter of the anchor line Your Robalo dealer can help you select the proper anchoring equipment for your boat Use a burying anchor such as a Danforth or plow anchor which grips into the bottom and holds your boat secure Holding power should be more important than weight For anchoring in relatively quiet waters you can use a mu...

Page 55: ...to carry the boat toward the dock if you can When approaching check that lines are attached to the cleats on the mooring side and that fenders are lowered on that side Be sure fenders are at the proper height If you can have one person at the stern and one person at the bow each with a boot hook and a mooring line attached to a cleat Never approach a dock at a speed at which you would not want to ...

Page 56: ... strong and elastic Because of its elasticity it works well for mooring lines and anchor lines Rope made of high tensile strength polyester fibers like Dacron is just about as strong as nylon rope but it does not stretch Kevlar rope is strong and does not stretch but it is quite expensive Polypropolene rope tends to deteriorate rapidly when it is exposed to sun light Because it floats it is well s...

Page 57: ...tboard motor in an upright position not tilted 3 If engine is warm let it cool for ten minutes to allow oil to drain back into the engine oil pan This will make the check more accurate 4 Pull engine oil dipstick out of its sleeve wipe clean and push dipstick back into the sleeve Make certain the dipstick is pushed all the way back in 5 Pull dipstick out again and check oil level on dipstick The oi...

Page 58: ...ible fire and explosion All fuel systems in stalled at the Robalo factory meet federal requirements Note Refer to your engine owner s manual for detailed informa tion about checking and maintaining the fuel system The fuel system must be inspected frequently and maintained regular ly Check for leaks and or vapors and repair any problems immediately Keep fuel tank filled during the boating season t...

Page 59: ...fluid level in the helm 4 Replace any hoses showing signs of wear and remove the cause or re route hoses 5 Check fittings and seal locations for leaks damage and service as necessary Consult your Robalo dealer regarding all repairs or replacement parts BILGE Inspection Check the bilge before you use your boat every time A small amount of water in the bilge is normal and not a cause for concern If ...

Page 60: ...rmation regarding available marine mechanic service CAUTION Disconnect battery cables before performing all in spections checks and repairs to avoid possible personal injury and damage to equipment PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Engine will not crank Ignition system 1 Ignition fuse tripped 2 Neutral safety switch not making proper contact 3 Throttle lever in wrong position 4 Loose wire in starting circuit...

Page 61: ...e throttle make sure throttle lever is in neutral and crank engine 6 Inspect for water or other contaminants in fuel If contaminated drain tank and flush with fresh fuel 7 Clean adjust gap or replace Low cranking speed 1 Loose or dirty electrical connections or damaged wiring 2 Bad battery 3 Engine oil too heavy for prevailing temperatures 1 Check all related electrical connections and wires 2 Tes...

Page 62: ... required 5 Clean or replace fuel filter 6 See Engine Owner Service Manual for proper carburetor adjustment 7 Drain fuel tank flush clean and replace fuel filter Excessive fuel consumption 1 Faulty fuel pump 2 Spark plugs bad or set improperly 3 Incorrect timing 1 Repair or replace as required 2 Clean and set or replace spark plugs 3 Time engine Blue exhaust smoke 1 Lube level too high 2 Oil too t...

Page 63: ... Engine Owner Service Manual 2 Drain and clear oil system Check for bent or flattened oil lines and replace as required Knocking or pinging 1 Incorrect type fuel 2 Incorrect timing 3 Pre ignition 4 Overheated engine 5 Cooling system trouble 1 Drain tank and replace with proper fuel 2 Time engine See Engine Owner Service Manual 3 Clean or replace spark plugs check engine timing 4 Check engine cooli...

Page 64: ...lace unit s 2 Tighten all connections 3 Replace impeller 4 Remove obstruction 5 Remove obstruction 6 Time engine 7 Clean water intake Sludge in oil 1 Infrequent oil changes 2 Dirty oil filter 1 Drain and refill with proper grade and viscosity oil 2 Replace oil filter Poor Performance 1 Damaged or improper propeller 2 Excessive water in bilge area 3 Boat overloaded or improper distribution of load ...

Page 65: ...ed for routine maintenance Gelcoat surfaces are very resistant to deep stains To remove minor stains wash the affected area with a soft cloth and household deter gent Then rinse thoroughly with clear water If deep stains do occur use a special fiberglass cleaner and stain remover Waxing the gelcoat surface regularly will help prevent soiling and pre serve its luster Robalo recommends a fiberglass ...

Page 66: ...are the water temperature water pollution salin ity current and organic matter in the water To protect and repaint the boat bottom perform the following Remove boat from water once a year Scrub bottom with a soap and water solution and a bristled brush Note Repainting the bottom is not necessary each time the bottom is scrubbed as long as no bare areas are visible in the bottom paint Sand entire b...

Page 67: ...shing liquid and warm water solution and a scrub brush After cleaning thoroughly rinse carpet with clear water Your own er s packet has more detailed information provided by the manufacturer Follow the manufacturer s recommendations for cleaning and stain re moval SEAT COVERINGS AND VINYL Because seat coverings and trim are made of expandable vinyl extreme temperatures have little effect on them N...

Page 68: ...ll Lubricate zippers with paraffin and snaps with petroleum jelly If canvas or seams leak apply a light coating of a fluorocarbon based water repellent or 303 High Tech Fabric Guard available at most ma rine dealers Allow all canvas to air dry before storing Never store canvas damp or wet Provide proper ventilation to limit the possibility of mildew Avoid mooring under trees Do not tow your boat w...

Page 69: ...t empty fuel and water tanks especially if they have large capacities Do not use deck cleats or bow or stern eyes for lifting the boat Be sure boat remains level while being lifted to avoid sling movement or boat damage If using any boat lifting device other than slings position lifting device so as not to put pressure on any underwater hull component including trim tabs Cradle A cradle is the ide...

Page 70: ...mperatures fall below freezing winterization of the systems and components is necessary Failure to do so will seriously damage them They include but are not limited to generator air condi ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM BATTERY Important In regions where temperatures fall below freezing win terizing your engine may be necessary Failure to do so will seri ously damage the engine Refer to your engine owner s man...

Page 71: ... damage and needed repair Important Inspection of the fuel system at recommissioning is very important We cannot overemphasize our concern for your safety 2 Clean battery terminal posts with wire brush or steel wool before rein stallation 3 Check charge on battery Recharge or replace if necessary 4 Inspect all battery wiring Repair or replace if necessary 5 Attach battery cables and tighten cable ...

Page 72: ...r Astern Toward the stern An object that is aft of a boat is said to be astern of the boat Athwart Across Aweigh Off the bottom said of an anchor Aye Yes while aboard a boat or ship Means I understand Bail To remove water from a boat by pump or bailer Ballast Heavy material such as iron lead or stone placed in the bottom of the vessel Beacon A post or buoy placed over a shoal or bank to warn vesse...

Page 73: ...ll Certificate Government paper such as a boat s license Chart A map of a body of water that contains pilot ing information Chine The intersection of sides and bottom of a boat Cleat A piece of wood or metal with projecting ends to which lines are made fast Clinker A method of planking in which the lower edge of each strake overlaps the upper edge of the strake next below Also called lapstrake Coa...

Page 74: ...ng used in a ship ping container to protect fragile articles against shock and breakage baggage or per sonal effects Ebb An outgoing tide Estuary An inlet or arm of the sea Fathom Six feet Fenders Objects placed along the side of the boat to protect the hull from damage Flare The outward spread of the boat s sides from the waterline to the rail at the bow Also a pyrotechnic signalling device that ...

Page 75: ...sitioned fore and aft backbone member of a boat s hull Knot To bend a line Also a unit of speed equal to one nautical mile 6 076 10 feet an hour Launch 1 To put a vessel into the water 2 a small open powerboat mainly used for transporta tion between a vessel and shore Lee The side opposite to that from which the wind blows Leeward Situated on the side turned away from the wind Opposite of windward...

Page 76: ...ide or away from a vessel s hull opposite of inboard Outdrive A propulsion system for boats with an inboard motor operating an exterior drive with driveshaft gears and propeller also called stern drive and inboard outboard Overall Length The extreme length of a vessel excluding spars or rigging fittings See LOA Painter A rope attached to the bow of a boat for mak ing it fast PFD Personal Flotation...

Page 77: ...ler advances when turning in water under load Sole The cabin or cockpit floor Spar Buoy A channel marker that looks like a tall slender pole Stand On Vessel The vessel with the right of way Starboard The right side of a boat when you are facing the bow Stern The after end or back of the boat Stow To store items neatly and securely Strake Planks running fore and aft on the outside of a vessel Taffr...

Page 78: ...er s surface the line separating the bot tom paint and the topsides Way Movement of a vessel through the water Technically it is underway when not at anchor aground or made fast to the shore The com mon usage is interpreted as progress through the water Headway when going forward and Sternway when it is going backwards Well Area at the rear of a boat where the motor may be located Wharf A structur...

Page 79: ... actually delivered to the first retail purchaser Demonstrator Boat An untitled unregistered boat with 20 or more hours usage Fair Market Value Defined by www nadaguides com Average Retail as of the date of the Owner s claim THE WARRANTIES ORIGINAL OWNER TEN YEAR LIMITED STRUCTURAL HULL WARRANTY Subject to the conditions exclusions and limitations set forth below Robalo warrants to only the Origin...

Page 80: ...y be warranted by manufacturers other than Robalo Please refer to the Robalo Owner s Packet to locate Owner s Manuals for these specific items and instructional information about possible warranties from manufacturers other than Robalo Except as expressly set out herein all warranties provided by the manufacturers and distributors of these accessories and components are hereby assigned to the owne...

Page 81: ...ight to modify the warranty on any boat based on the amount of time the boat has remained in dealer inventory Items that are affected by the passage of time may be voided from the warranty Such items may include but are not limited to cosmetic issues such as oxidation of gel fading of plastics deterioration of vinyl deterioration of canvas deterioration of isinglass drying of rubber seals caulking...

Page 82: ...proper maintenance 4 Any boat which has been powered or loaded in excess of the manufacturer s maximum horsepower and or capacity recommendations 5 Any boat used or once used for racing boat clubs yacht clubs law enforcement military rental charter or commercial purposes 6 Any boat that has been subject to misuse negligence an accident or structural modifications 7 Plexiglas windscreen breakage wi...

Page 83: ...ept as expressly set out herein all warranties provided by the manufacturers and distributors of these accessories and components are hereby assigned to the owner to the extent permitted by the accessory or component manufacturer as the owner s sole and exclusive remedy with respect to such items Please note that coverage under any of these other independent warranties is contingent upon your comp...

Page 84: ...TTEN WARRANTIES The Magnuson Moss Warranty Federal Trade Commission Improvement Act requires that products with a value of more than 15 00 must have a written warranty policy available for customer inspection prior to the sale Upon request Robalo Boats LLC will make available additional copies of the enclosed warranty statements printed on 8 x 11 stock paper Dealers have the option of displaying t...

Page 85: ...ly for demonstration boats in the same manner that they are for sold boats This includes personal use by dealers or dealership staff Products used as demonstrators will be registered to the dealer in the same manner as products sold to customers The warranty period on any model used as a demonstrator will commence on the date that the unit was placed in such service Original Retail Purchasers of D...

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