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225 Weekender

Owner’s Manual Part Number: MRP 1803643

Sea Ray

Owner’s

Manual

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Page 1: ...225 Weekender Owner s Manual Part Number MRP1803643 Sea Ray Owner s Manual...

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Page 3: ...l as reminding you about your responsibilities as a boat owner operator Original Equipment Manufacturer OEM Information This section of your Owner s Manual Packet contains information from the manufac...

Page 4: ...225 Weekender...

Page 5: ...at U S Foundation at 1 800 336 2628 Outside of North America contact your boat dealer and or your governmental boating agency for assistance A book that provides a comprehensive background in boating...

Page 6: ...ditional information as standards are amended The following information required for export of the vessel must be filled out by the dealer 8 SERVICE PARTS AND REPAIR FOR YOUR BOAT When your boat needs...

Page 7: ...mited Warranty does not cover engines stern drives controls propellers batteries trailers or other equipment or accessories carrying their own individual warranties nor does the Limited Warranty cover...

Page 8: ...rations 1 13 A Fuel and Oil Spillage 1 13 B Waste Disposal 1 14 vi C Excessive Noise 1 14 D Wake Wash 1 14 19 Nautical terms 1 14 20 Key to Symbols on Control Prints 1 16 21 225 WE Warning Label Locat...

Page 9: ...ater System 7 3 C Water Pump and Filter 7 3 D Fresh Water and drain Line Routing 7 4 3 Toilet Head System 7 6 A Portable Self Contained Head 7 6 B Pump Out Head Optional 7 6 4 Canvas 7 7 A Installatio...

Page 10: ...all models or to discontinue models Should changes in production models be made Sea Ray is not obligated to make similar changes or modifications to models sold prior to the date of such changes 225...

Page 11: ...on board and functions See page 1 3 1 SAFETY LABELS Safety precautions are given throughout this manual and labels are mounted at key locations throughout the boat This safety information advises the...

Page 12: ...container in a dry location Other Your Sea Ray is equipped with the required navigation lights engine exhaust and ventilation systems 3 FIRE EXTINGUISHING SYSTEM Your boat is equipped with an automat...

Page 13: ...o not idle engine without moving boat for more than 15 minutes at a time Inspect the exhaust system regularly See Section 8 Required Inspection Service and Maintenance If CO poisoning is suspected hav...

Page 14: ...Type I most buoyant it is designed to turn an unconscious person face up used in all types of waters where rescue may be slow particularly in cold or rough conditions Near Shore Life Vest Type II key...

Page 15: ...boat Ask your dealer or marine supply store for recommendations Mooring lines Fenders Boat hook Waterproof flashlight s Extra batteries for flashlights and portable electronic devices High power spot...

Page 16: ...stable Your Sea Ray has been equipped with a propeller which our tests have shown to be the best suited for general use with our engine under normal conditions and load Do not change the pitch of your...

Page 17: ...t in danger of going overboard If you turn to quickly increase or decrease speed abruptly your passengers are at risk of being thrown overboard or thrown about the boat When visibility becomes impaire...

Page 18: ...ATTEMPT TO BOAT IN SEVERE WEATHER CONDITIONS DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY CAN OCCUR GET TO SHORE BEFORE THE WEATHER TURNS BAD DANGER to operate a boat safely under these conditions You must always be awar...

Page 19: ...upants You must know where the hazards are and avoid them In uncharted waters boat very slowly and post a lookout WARNING If you are in an unfamiliar area without knowledge of the hazards proceed very...

Page 20: ...nted down or palm down move hand up and down Faster Thumb pointed up or palm up move hand up and down OK Raise arm and form a circle with thumb and index finger Stop Raise arm with palm vertical and f...

Page 21: ...URNING TO THE VICTIM Immediately make everyone aware of the incident and keep the victim in sight Slow the boat and keep pointing toward the person overboard At night direct the best available light s...

Page 22: ...handle the water flow Account for everyone on board and check for injurys Have everyone put on PFDs Stay with the boat Signal for help If a leak patch is attempted it should be done from the outside...

Page 23: ...tas Norway 4 Securite des Nauires Canada 5 J C I Japan Craft Inspection Japan 6 N K K Nippon Kaiji Kyokai Japan 7 B S I British Standards Institute England 8 Ministerio Obras Publicas Y Transporters S...

Page 24: ...t CAUTION There is a possibility of being fined for having an operable direct overboard discharge of waste in some waters Removing seacock handle in closed position or other means must be used to avoi...

Page 25: ...st external portion of a boat Knot unit of speed in nautical miles per hour Lee the side that is sheltered from the wind PFD Personal Flotation Device life preserver Port term designating left side of...

Page 26: ...POINT SLING LOCATION ENGINE START ENGINE STOP FUEL LEVEL FUEL FILTER ENGINE COOLANT ENGINE WATER JACKET TEMPERATURE ENGINE OIL PRESSURE WARNING ELECTRICAL HAZARD NO OPEN FLAME NO SMOKING FIRE RISK RO...

Page 27: ...UST BE CLOSED AND SECURE WHEN ENGINE IS RUNNING MRP 1112879 SR 214 DANGER TO AVOID RISK OF SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH SHUT OFF ENGINE WHEN NEAR SWIMMERS OR PRIOR TO USING SWIM PLATFORM AND BOARDING LADDE...

Page 28: ...rom the manual or au tomatic washing of dishes and cooking utensils which have been pre cleaned to the extent that any food particles adhering to them would not normally in terfere with the operation...

Page 29: ...gunwales Do not place slings where they may lift on underwater fittings 2 PASSENGER LOCATIONS 1 When the boat is moving all passengers must be in the cockpit area or in the cabin and must be on seati...

Page 30: ...are on the swim platform or the swim ladder 3 PROPULSION SYSTEM Your boat is equipped with a stern drive propulsion system also known as an inboard outboard engine Figure 2 3 2 This type of propulsio...

Page 31: ...ft stern drive down 34 86 4cm stern drive up 16 5 41 9cm Fuel capacity 50gal 189 3 Liters Useable fuel 47 5gal 179 8Liters Water capacity 8 gal 30 3 Liters Dead rise 19o 34 STERN DRIVE INBOARD OUTBOAR...

Page 32: ...GHT ENGINE BOX SWIM PLATFORM TRANSOM SHOWER HELM SEAT WITH FLIP UP THIGH RISE BOLSTER ANCHOR STORAGE LOCKER LADDER WASTE PUMPOUT PLATE OPTIONAL SLIDING CABIN DOOR WITH INTEGRAL STEPS DECK HATCH FORWAR...

Page 33: ...YOUT CABIN GENERAL LAYOUT FIG 2 5 1 STBD NAVIGATION LIGHT PORT NAVIGATION LIGHT HEAD ANCHOR STORAGE LOCKER CABIN SINK CONVERTIBLE DINETTE SLEEPER SOFA ICE BUCKET Sleeping on boat requires an operating...

Page 34: ...ENGINE CHECK ENGINE COMPARTMENT BILGE FOR GASOLINE OR VAPORS OPERATE BLOWER FOR FOUR MINUTES AND VERIFY BLOWER OPERATION RUN BLOWER WHEN VESSEL IS OPERATING BELOW CRUISING SPEED PREHEAT CHECK ENGINE B...

Page 35: ...ION AND LOCATION OF THROUGH HULL CUTOUTS STARBOARD THROUGH HULL CUTOUTS FIG 2 7 1 PORT THROUGH HULL CUTOUTS FIG 2 7 2 BILGE THROUGH HULL CUTOUTS FIG 2 7 3 TRANSOM THROUGH HULL CUTOUTS FIG 2 7 4 BILGE...

Page 36: ...a following wake If the boat is moving forward and the shift throttle is moved quickly from forward to reverse the boat will stop rapidly and then move backward The following wake continues to move f...

Page 37: ...To operate press and hold the trailer switch Figure 2 9 2 until EFFECTS OF POWER TRIM FIG 2 9 1 Down Up Trim Down Up Trim Down Up Trim the drive unit reaches the end of upward travel The mechanism tha...

Page 38: ...e To be sure the tabs are full up push the bottom halves of the rockers for several seconds F IGNITION SHUTDOWN SWITCH STANDARD ON SIDE MOUNT CONTROLS The purpose of the ignition shutdown switch Figur...

Page 39: ...has an alarm Shut down engine immediately if gauges are not in normal ranges or alarm sounds Do not restart engine until problems are corrected CAUTION 11 IMPORTANT GAUGES A TACHOMETER AND HOUR METER...

Page 40: ...uperimposed Make certain you plot course compass directions from the magnetic North compass rose When not in use the compass should be protected from excessive and prolonged sunlight If your compass b...

Page 41: ...e blower on for at least four 4 minutes Feel to confirm airflow at hull vent on hull side Inspect bilge area for visual and odor confirmation that there are no fuel leaks Throttle only position handle...

Page 42: ...side of the boat Figure 3 2 1 Do not mistake the water tank fill and waste pump out caps for the gasoline fill cap Refer to your engine manual for the proper grade of gasoline BEFORE FUELING Fuel duri...

Page 43: ...ort aft section of your boat Figure 3 2 1 Keep nozzle in contact with fuel fill opening at all times during fueling Listen as tank fills and stop adding gasoline before it spills from the vent Gasolin...

Page 44: ...m starting to getting up on plane Before the operator does any high speed maneuvers or rapidly accelerates or decelerates the boat passengers must be warned to sit and hold on and must heed the warnin...

Page 45: ...blower every time you slow down the boat it is recommended that the bilge blower run all the time the engine is running 6 Place drive unit in full DOWN IN position 7 Put throttle and shift control lev...

Page 46: ...rward when it is put into reverse Before shifting into reverse shift to neutral wait for the boat to stop moving forward then shift into reverse CAUTION FIG 3 6 1 100 130 140 180 o F o C 220 170 FIG 3...

Page 47: ...7 1 fluid level MUST be checked every time prior to using the boat Refer to the steering system information in your Owner s Packet POWER STEERING SYSTEM FIG 3 7 1 POWER STEERING CYLINDER STEERING WHE...

Page 48: ...225 Weekender 3 8 SECTION 3 USING YOUR BOAT THIS PAGE LEFT INTENTIONALLY BLANK...

Page 49: ...ilge It is the lowest and inner part of the hull Water and other liquids will collect here After removing your boat from the water unthread the drain plug to drain the bilge Figure 4 1 1 DRAIN PLUG FI...

Page 50: ...ve it checked immediately If the ON switch does not operate the pump DO NOT use the boat until the problem is corrected The bilge pump is protected by a fuse in the electronic interface module located...

Page 51: ...ater the boat will have to be taken out of the water A badly damaged or distorted propeller or shaft is an obvious cause of vibration Run at slow speed to shore REPLACE IMMEDIATELY If the engine mount...

Page 52: ...ROPELLER FIG 4 4 1 SECURING TABS f Install the thrust washer propeller continuity washer thrust hub propeller nut retainer and the propeller nut onto the shaft Figure 4 4 3 g Place a block of wood bet...

Page 53: ...FIG 4 5 1 TO TRANSOM VENT F BILGE LAYOUT A H I G F E D C B A Trim Tab Pump Optional B Fire Extinguisher Optional C Bilge Blower D Trim Pump E Battery Optional F Battery G Diesel Fuel Filter Diesel op...

Page 54: ...225 Weekender 4 6 SECTION 4 BILGE UNDERWATER GEAR THIS PAGE LEFT INTENTIONALLY BLANK...

Page 55: ...ure FUEL LINE ROUTING FIG 5 1 1 FUEL VENT HOSE Never start an engine until you are certain that fuel fumes are not present in the engine compartment or elsewhere in the boat CAUTION FUEL FEED FUEL FIL...

Page 56: ...gine fuel supply and return line fuel filter and fuel fill Figure 5 2 1 FUEL VENT DANGER NOTICE FUEL FILL CAP FUEL FILL FUEL FEED HOSE FUEL FILTER FUEL TANK MANUAL SHUT OFF VALVE FUEL FILL 2 FUEL FILT...

Page 57: ...RACOR FUEL FILTER MAINTENANCE FIG 5 3 1 DRAIN PLUG LID T HANDLE TURBINE HEAT DEFLECTOR SEE THRU BOWL RACOR FUEL FILTER MAINTENANCE FIG 5 3 2 lid Tighten the lid T handle by hand only Do not overtighte...

Page 58: ...extinguisher close at hand Mooring boat tied securely to fueling pier Crew at least one knowledgeable person present Passengers unnecessary people off the boat Engines stopped Electrical equipment in...

Page 59: ...225 Weekender 5 5 SECTION 5 FUEL SYSTEM FUEL FILL LOCATION FIG 5 5 1 FUEL FILL PLATE WASTE PUMP OUT PLATE FUEL TANK VENT FUEL FILL OPENING DANGER NOTICE TAG FUEL FILL CAP WATER FILL PLATE...

Page 60: ...225 Weekender 5 6 SECTION 5 FUEL SYSTEM THIS PAGE LEFT INTENTIONALLY BLANK...

Page 61: ...fluid level must be between the lower and upper markings Replenish only with distilled water Do not use metal funnel Coat battery terminal clamps with silicone grease Keep batteries clean and dry Bat...

Page 62: ...EGATIVE JUMPER CABLE WITH OPTIONAL BATTERY ENGINE STARTER TERMINAL 2 BATTERY OPTIONAL BATTERY SWITCH NEGATIVE CABLES 1 BATTERY POSITIVE CABLES BATTERY CABLE ROUTING MERCURY DIESEL OPTION FIG 6 2 2 ENG...

Page 63: ...GROUND JUMPER B BATTERY SWITCH The battery switch Figure 6 3 2 controls the delivery of DC power from the batteries to the engine and all equipment lights and accessories using DC power The battery sw...

Page 64: ...generators etc Do not use automotive parts for these components or any jumper cables because they are not ignition protected and could cause a fire or explosion All electrical components in the engin...

Page 65: ...d indicator light for each accessory circuit Remove the cover of the EIM to access the fuses REPLACE ONLY WITH A FUSE OF THE SAME AMPERAGE The amperage is marked on the side of the fuse FUSE CONDITION...

Page 66: ...ssories using this type of plug EIM ACCESSORY WIRE FIG 6 6 1 SURFACE MOUNTED LIGHTING FIG 6 6 3 STEP LIGHT 6 LIGHTING Your boat is equipped with a variety of different lighting fixtures Figure 6 6 2 A...

Page 67: ...rn drive will not have a zinc anode Zinc anodes require replacement about every six months if the boat is operated in salt water In fresh water the zinc anodes can be replaced about once a year DO NOT...

Page 68: ...AUTO TYPE FUSE NAME FUSE AMPERAGE 12VDC 12VDC RECEPTACLE 15 RUNNING LIGHTS 5 ALL ROUND LIGHT 3 WATER PUMP 10 IGNITION 15 HORN 5 BILGE PUMP 7 5 LIGHTS 10 DEPTH SOUNDER 3 WIPER 5 BILGE BLOWER 7 5 ACCESS...

Page 69: ...kender 6 9 SECTION 6 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WIRE HARNESS FIG 6 9 1 9 WIRE HARNESSES TERMINAL POST STEREO AMPLIFIER FUSE HOLDER OPTIONAL STEREO MEMORY FUSE HOLDER BILGE PUMP FUSE HOLDER MAIN NEGATIVE BUSS D...

Page 70: ...INE NEGATIVE TERMINAL CONTROL STATION DROPOFFS WIPER CO MONITOR CABIN HEAD LIGHT FUEL SENDER STEP LIGHT POWER TRIM EMER STOP NEUTRAL SAFETY FWD COCKPIT LIGHT STBD COCKPIT SPEAKER WIRE HARNESS FIG 6 10...

Page 71: ...6 11 225 Weekender 10 225 WE Electrical Schematics DC WIRING DIAGRAM FIG 6 11 1 DRAWING NO 09 601 1 OF 2 REVISION 2...

Page 72: ...225 Weekender 6 12 225 WE Electrical Schematics DC WIRING DIAGRAM FIG 6 12 1 DRAWING NO 09 601 2 OF 2 REVISION 7...

Page 73: ...6 13 225 Weekender 225 WE Electrical Schematics DC WIRING DIAGRAM SMARTCRAFT FIG 6 13 1 DRAWING NO 09 602 1 OF 2 REVISION 1...

Page 74: ...225 Weekender 6 14 225 WE Electrical Schematics DC WIRING DIAGRAM SMARTCRAFT FIG 6 14 1 DRAWING NO 09 602 2 OF 2 REVISION 8...

Page 75: ...6 15 225 Weekender 225 WE Electrical Schematics DC WIRING DIAGRAM VOLVO D3 FIG 6 15 1 DRAWING NO 09 604 1 OF 2 REVISION 3...

Page 76: ...225 Weekender 6 16 225 WE Electrical Schematics DRAWING NO 09 604 2 OF 2 REVISION 8 DC WIRING DIAGRAM VOLVO D3 FIG 6 16 1...

Page 77: ...hown and become familiar with their operation and maintenance ACCESSORIES AND LOCATION FIG 7 1 1 ANCHOR ROPE LOCKER GUEST M A DE IN U S A ON OFF FULLY ENGAGED AT DETENTS S TO P ENGINE BEFORE SWITCHING...

Page 78: ...as the water system and battery switches are on the pump will automatically provide water on demand A SANITIZING THE WATER SYSTEM If the fresh water system has not been used for some time or if you s...

Page 79: ...the plumbing 10 Fill the water system again with fresh clean water and turn on the faucet to permit the air to dissapate Your water system is now sanitized B WINTERIZING THE WATER SYSTEM For winterizi...

Page 80: ...ATER AND DRAIN LINE ROUTING WATER LINE ROUTING FIG 7 4 1 DRAIN LINE ROUTING FIG 7 4 2 ROUTE TO GALLEY SINK WATER TANK WATER PUMP WATER LINE ROUTE TO TRANSOM SHOWER ROUTE TO DECK PLATE FILL HOSE ROUTE...

Page 81: ...r 7 5 SECTION 7 OPTIONS ACCESSORIES DRAIN LINE ROUTING FIG 7 5 1 WASTE WATER LINE ROUTING OPTIONAL FIG 7 5 2 ROUTE TO BILGE ROUTE TO BILGE FRESH WATER AND DRAIN LINE ROUTING VENT HOSE DECK PUMP OUT RO...

Page 82: ...filled with chemicals and the bottom tank is empty DETAILED OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS AND WARRANTY INFORMATION ARE PROVIDED BY THE EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURER AND CAN BE FOUND IN THE OWNER S PACKET PORTABLE...

Page 83: ...moving carbon monoxide will build up and cause death or permanent injury Do not use the rear aft curtain or camper top while engine is running or boat is moving DANGER Exhaust fumes from engines cont...

Page 84: ...tice the snapless rubber extrusion The extrusion fits into CAMPER CANVAS PACKAGE OPTIONAL FIG 7 8 1 CAMPER TOP CAMPER REAR AFT CURTAIN SIDE CURTAIN COCKPIT COVER OPTIONAL FIG 7 8 2 REAR AFT COVER the...

Page 85: ...ck for leaks Engine Manual Tanks Check for leaks Engine Manual Water Separating Replace Engine Manual Fuel Filter Use in salt water or other severe operating conditions requires shorter maintenance se...

Page 86: ...eck for loose damaged Owner s Manual p 8 4 or missing parts Transmission Oil Strainer Screen Clean To be done by Sea Ray dealer annually Trim Tabs Fluid Check and add as needed Trim Tab Manual Water S...

Page 87: ...lge cleaner available from your dealer or a marine store 2 ENGINE Engine failure or malfunction when away from shore can be dangerous Make certain you do the following each time you use the boat Wipe...

Page 88: ...ears and deterioration Make certain you have enough PFDs on board for the maximum number of persons you can carry Check your first aid kit making certain it is complete and that the items in it have n...

Page 89: ...antifreeze to the water tank Pour in enough to be pumped to all faucets and showers Close all faucets and turn on water system Open one faucet at a time Close faucet when nontoxic antifreeze comes ou...

Page 90: ...and equipment for proper operation Check bilge blowers for proper operation Turn ON blowers and place hand over hull blower vent to make sure air is coming from vent Anchor lines and gear should be i...

Page 91: ...tact with hot engine parts Check all fittings clamps and bolts for tightness every month Check power steering pump drive belt for wear and proper tension every month Do not overtighten belt This can c...

Page 92: ...225 Weekender 8 8 SECTION 8 REQUIRED INSPECTION SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE THIS PAGE LEFT INTENTIONALLY BLANK...

Page 93: ...or explosive Do not use such materials in the bilge Shut off electrical power and ventilate when using such materials anywhere on the boat or in the cabin Do not create sparks or use lighted materials...

Page 94: ...e may actually cause rust To help protect the stainless we recommend the use of a good car wax B SALT CRYSTALS When instruments are exposed to a saltwater environment salt crystals may form on the bez...

Page 95: ...leaning cases call your dealer for proper procedures Do not try your own cleaning procedures as they may permanently damage the canvas After each use especially in salt water areas rinse the canvas co...

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