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CARE / MAINTENANCE

Direct Battery Charging

See ELECTRICAL SYSTEM on page 7-1 for charging trolling motor batteries information.

Secure the battery compartment doors in the OPEN position. Observing polarity, connect the battery

charger to the battery posts.

Onboard Charger

Charging through the optional onboard charger can be performed by securing the battery

compartment doors in the OPEN position. Plug a properly grounded extension cord into a 110-volt AC

outlet. Place the receptacle end into the permanently mounted charger inlet on the boat. Charging will

begin automatically.

CORROSION PROTECTION

Galvanic Corrosion

Galvanic corrosion (electrolysis) is the breakup of metals due to the effects of electrolytic action.

When dissimilar metals are immersed in a conductive fluid such as salt water, an electric current

is produced, similar to the action of a battery. The softest of the metals will be the first to become

damaged. If not stopped, a great deal of damage could occur.

If you operate in salt, polluted, or brackish waters, your boat should be equipped with a transom-

mounted zinc anode to prevent damage to those metal parts coming in contact with the water. By

design, the anode is selfsacrificing. It is slowly eroded by electrolytic action and requires periodic

inspection for deterioration. If the zinc anode shows extreme erosion, it must be replaced for

continued protection.

Consult your Skeeter Dealer for additional information concerning galvanic corrosion.

Salt Water Corrosion

The entire boat, outboard, and trailer should be rinsed with fresh water and washed immediately after

use in salt water. If the boat is used primarily in salt water, wax the hull monthly and apply corrosion

inhibitor to all hardware. See your Skeeter Dealer for products suitable for the marine salt water

environment.

See your outboard operator’s manual for cooling system flushing information.

CAUTION

DO NOT paint or coat a zinc anode with any substance. Once covered, the anode will not

provide protection from galvanic corrosion. Replace the anode if it is deteriorated 50%

or more.

Summary of Contents for FRESHWATER

Page 1: ...FRESHWATER OWNER S MANUAL ...

Page 2: ...he Hull Identification Number HIN and the model of your boat and the model and serial numbers of your outboard motor trailer and accessories Your HIN is located on the top right side of the transom above the water line The U S Coast Guard requires that your HIN be permanently affixed and remain on the top right side of the transom Hull HIN __________________________________________________________...

Page 3: ...NTRODUCTION BOATING CHECKLIST BOATING TERMINOLOGY For improved safety and enjoyment check each of these items An easy way to remember PORT side from STARBOARD side is PORT and LEFT both have four letters ...

Page 4: ...ZX250 225 Deck Layout 3 6 ZX200 Helm Layout 3 7 ZX200 Deck Layout 3 8 TZX Series Helm Layout 3 9 TZX Series Deck Layout 3 10 Equipment 3 11 Livewell Operation 3 Way Valve System 3 16 Filling the Livewell 2 Way Valve System 3 17 Livewell Water Recirculation 2 Way Valve System 3 19 Livewell Draining 3 20 4 Fish and Ski Boats 4 1 Safety Labels 4 1 SL190 and SL210 Helm Layout 4 3 SL190 and SL210 Gener...

Page 5: ...eneral Maintenance 10 4 Fuel System 10 5 Motor Mounts 10 6 Steering System 10 8 Service Maintenance Log 10 9 11 Troubleshooting 11 1 Trouble Check Chart 11 1 12 Storage 12 1 Preparing Boat for Storage 12 1 Lifting 12 2 Trailering 12 3 13 Glossary of Terms 13 1 Float Plan F 1 Warranty W 1 INTRODUCTION ...

Page 6: ...one to operate this boat until they too have read the Owner s Operator s Manual and all warning and caution labels Skeeter recommends a minimum operator age of 16 years old Adults must supervise use by minors Know the operator age and training requirements for your state A boating safety course is recommended and may be required in your state You can find local rules by contacting the United State...

Page 7: ...urer following certain Federal guidelines In doubt contact your Skeeter Dealer Using an outboard motor that exceeds the maximum horsepower limit of a boat can Cause loss of boat control Place too much weight at the transom altering the design flotation characteristics of the boat Cause structural damage Overpowering a boat can result in serious injury death or boat damage Typical Capacity Plate Fi...

Page 8: ...e and then only use the Skeeter recommended jack plate Other jack plate installations are considered misuse and are not covered by warranty For jack plate operation see the operation manual that came with your boat Engine Stop Switch and Cord Lanyard Your Skeeter boat is equipped with an engine stop switch and cord lanyard Skeeter strongly recommends that the cord lanyard be secured to the operato...

Page 9: ...ype IV Fire Extinguisher At least one Marine Type USCG hand held portable fire extinguisher Type B I or B II Visual Distress Signals It is recommended that a USCG approved pyrotechnic device be stored on your boat A mirror or distress flag can also be used as an emergency signal Your Skeeter Dealer will be happy to assist you with these requirements The following equipment can help make your boati...

Page 10: ...and render the boat unsafe or illegal to use Attach the engine stop cord lanyard to the operator s life jacket and keep it free from steering wheel or other controls so that the engine stops if the operator accidentally leaves the helm Failure to attach the engine stop cord could result in a runaway boat if the operator is ejected After operation remove the engine stop cord and the keys to avoid a...

Page 11: ...ch before removing any debris or weeds which may have collected around the propeller Some Skeeter boats are equipped to tow a waterskier using the tow cleat or ski pylon provided It is the boat operator s responsibility to be alert to the safety of the water skier and others Know and follow all state and local water skiing regulations in effect for the waters in which you will be operating The fol...

Page 12: ...afety Additional publications and information can be obtained from many organizations including the following United States Coast Guard Boating Safety Division 2100 2nd Street Stop 7581 Washington D C 25093 1062 Boating Safety Websites U S Coast Guard www uscgboating org U S Coast Guard Auxiliary www cgaux org National Association of State Boating Law Administrators www nasbla org National Safe Bo...

Page 13: ...sure the wheel is not loose There should not be any free play either in and out or in rotation With the engine trimmed for normal operation turn the steering wheel full right and full left to make sure operation is smooth and unrestricted throughout the whole range Keep the steering cable end clear of obstructions such as wiring control cables fuel lines tow lines and mooring lines Keep moving par...

Page 14: ...rough the outlet For manual bilge pump systems the pump will operate when the bilge pump switch is turned on If your boat is equipped with an automatic bilge pump the pump will sense when there is excessive water in the bilge and will automatically turn on On boats equipped with an automatic bilge system the bilge switch can be used to override the automatic system and to test the bilge pump When ...

Page 15: ...ife Do not discharge or dispose of fuel oil or other chemicals into the water it is prohibited and you can be fined These are two common accidental types of discharge Overfilling the fuel tanks Pumping contaminated bilge water Discharge Disposal of Waste Waste means all forms of garbage plastics recyclables food wood detergents sewage and even fish parts in certain waters in short nearly everythin...

Page 16: ...others And the exciting splash of your wake can make waves others won t enjoy Avoid riding close to shoreline homes and waterfowl nesting areas or other wildlife areas and keep a respectful distance from fishermen other boats swimmers and populated beaches When travel in areas like these is unavoidable operate slowly Remember that pollution can be harmful to the environment Do not refuel or add oi...

Page 17: ... one another one vessel has the right of way it is called the standon vessel The vessel that does not have the right ofway is called the give way or burdened vessel These rules determine which vessel has the right ofway and what each vessel should do Stand On Vessel The vessel with the right of way has the duty to continue its course and speed except to avoid an immediate collision When you mainta...

Page 18: ...d on Crossing you are traveling across another vessel s path Overtaking you are passing or being passed by another vessel Meeting If you are meeting another power vessel head on and are close enough to run the risk of collision neither of you has the right of way Both of you should alter course to avoid an accident You should keep the other vessel on your port left side This rule does not apply if...

Page 19: ...rossing situations the boat to the right from the 12 o clock to the 4 o clock position has the right of way and must hold course and speed The boat without right of way must yield and pass to the stern of the privileged boat Boats going up and down a river have the right of way over boats crossing the river Figure 2 2 ...

Page 20: ...ting in narrow channels you should keep to the right when it is safe and practical to do so If the operator of a power driven vessel is preparing to go around a bend that may obstruct the view of other water vessels the operator should sound a prolonged blast of 4 6 seconds on the horn If another vessel is around the bend it too should sound the horn Even if no reply is heard however the vessel sh...

Page 21: ...r port left side An easy way to remember the meaning of the colors is the phrase red right returning When navigating out of the harbor your position with respect to the buoys should be reversed red buoys should be to port and black buoys to starboard Many bodies of water used by boaters are entirely within the boundaries of a particular state The Uniform State Waterway Marking System has been devi...

Page 22: ...res used to show feature s and location may show more than your actual boat is equipped with If you have any questions regarding your specific boat you can always contact your Skeeter Dealer The safety labels attached to your boat are there to protect you your occupants others around you and your Skeeter boat Read know and understand them ...

Page 23: ...3 2 Table Of Contents www SkeeterBoats com BASS BOATS SAFETY LABELS Cont ...

Page 24: ...ter 3 Steering Wheel 4 Shift Throttle Control Mounting Plate 5 Shift Throttle Control 6 Safety Switch Lanyard 7 Keyswitch 8 Switch Panel 9 Pro Jackplate Switch Optional 10 Pro Trim Switch 11 Gauge 4 in 1 Water Pressure Battery Voltage Trim Angle Fuel Level 12 Fishfinder Optional Sizes 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 ...

Page 25: ... Glove Box 6 Port Rod Box 7 Gear Storage 8 Bow Seat Mount 9 Bow Light 10 Bow Trim and Navigation Light Switches 11 Starboard Rod Box 12 Floor Cooler 28 Qt Prop Storage 13 Livewell Controls and 110V Plug 14 Anchor Light Receptacle 15 Starboard Fuel Inlet 16 Jack Plate 17 Port Fuel Inlet 18 Under Seat Cooler 37 Qt 9 10 8 7 11 12 13 7 3 14 2 1 15 16 17 18 4 5 6 Figure 3 2 ...

Page 26: ... Gauge 5 Horn Switch 6 Navigation Anchor Light Switch 7 Courtesy Light Switch 8 Livewell Recirculation Switch 9 Livewell Fill Switch 10 Bilge Pump Switch 11 Power Switch 12 Engine Remote Control Throttle Shift 13 Engine Remote Control Trim Switch 14 Foot Throttle Option 15 12 Volt Outlet 16 Breaker Panel 17 Steering Wheel 18 Trim Switch 4 3 17 13 14 12 5 6 15 16 7 9 11 8 10 18 1 2 ...

Page 27: ...ewell 25 gallons 7 Fuel fill 8 Under Seat Cooler 37 Qt 9 Glovebox 10 Tool holder measuring board holder 11 Port rod box 12 Center rod box tackle organizer 13 Bow Seat Mount 14 12 Volt Outlet 15 Fishfinder depthfinder 16 Trim Navigation Anchor Lights switch 17 Starboard rod box 18 Day Box 19 Livewell controls 20 110 Volt plug 21 Anchor Light Receptacle Figure 3 4 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15...

Page 28: ...tion Switch 10 Engine Remote Control Throttle Shift 11 Engine Remote Control Trim Switch 12 12 Volt Outlet 13 Foot Throttle Option 14 Power Switch 15 Tilt Steering Latch 16 Pro Trim Lever Option 17 Courtesy Light Switch 18 Starboard Recirc Switch 19 Starboard Fill Switch 20 Port Recirc Switch 21 Port Fill Switch 22 Fuel Level Gauge Voltmeter 23 Water Pressure Gauge 4 5 3 1 2 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14...

Page 29: ... Seat Mount 6 Rear storage compartment 7 Livewell 34 gallons 8 Under Seat Cooler 37 Qt 9 Glovebox 10 Port rod box 11 Gear storage 12 Navigation light Receptacle 13 Fishfinder depthfinder Trim switch 14 Bow seat mount 15 Starboard rod box 16 Day box 17 Livewell controls 110 volt plug 18 Anchor Light Receptacle Figure 3 6 2 1 4 5 6 7 9 10 12 13 14 15 16 17 6 18 3 8 11 ...

Page 30: ...6 Nav Anc Switch 7 Power 8 Courtesy Light Switch 9 Engine Remote Control Throttle Shift 10 Engine Trim Switch 11 Safety Lanyard and Switch 12 12 Volt Outlet 13 Ignition Switch 14 Foot Throttle Option 15 Tilt Steering Latch 16 Starboard Recirc Switch 17 Pro Trim Lever Option 18 Port Recirc Switch 19 Bilge Pump Switch 20 Horn 21 Port Fill Switch 22 Starboard Fill Switch 5 1 2 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 ...

Page 31: ... Gear Storage 4 Livewell 5 Passenger Glovebox 6 Rod Butt Storage 7 Cooler 28 Qt 8 Rod Box 9 Trolling Motor Pedal 10 Flush Mount Graph 11 Bow Light Receptacle 12 Bow Seat Mount 13 Under Seat Storage 14 Livewell Fill Switch 15 Anchor Light Receptacle 16 Stern Seat Mount Figure 3 8 2 1 4 4 5 6 7 9 10 12 14 15 16 3 3 8 11 3 13 ...

Page 32: ...use or relay with an identical replacement Identify and correct the cause of the failure before replacing the fuse or relay Any electrical accessories added to the boat must be fused for safety WARNING Never use a replacement fuse of a different color size or amperage rating An improper fuse can cause damage to the electrical system which could lead to a fire ZX Fuse and Relay Panel Figure 3 9 ...

Page 33: ...nues to run Pressing the button a fourth time turns off all bilge pumps The indicator lights for each bilge pump will light up when the automatic float switch activates that pump Port Starboard Fill The PORT and STBD FILL buttons control power ON OFF to the corresponding livewell fill water pumps Pressing the button once turns the pump to a constant on Pressing the button a second time turns the p...

Page 34: ...e problem 3 Trolling Motor 60 amp Circuit Breaker If the breaker is tripped a yellow bar will come down below the red button Slide that bar back up to close the circuit To test or open the circuit press the red button If the breaker trips again determine the cause and correct the problem Run the red wire below this breaker to the positive terminal on the trolling battery 1 4 Battery Switch This sw...

Page 35: ...on for 15 seconds when the power button is off and a keypad button is pressed Circuit Protection The keypad control system is equipped with internal circuit protection If a circuit draws more than the rated current the circuit will be turned off and the indicator LED will flash to indicate the circuit was tripped Before resetting the circuit determine the cause of the overload and have it fixed To...

Page 36: ...ems Your Skeeter boat is equipped with a livewell system that is designed to keep your fish alive and healthy See LIVEWELL OPERATION 3 WAY VALVE SYSTEM on page 3 33 for more information After each use rinse the livewell and baitwell if equipped with clean fresh water remove any debris from the pick up and drain screens and allow the livewell to air dry after each use The pick up screens are locate...

Page 37: ...erted to closed recirculation When the boat is off plane the control valve automatically opens to allow fresh water to the livewell Any water lost through the overflow is automatically replaced when the water pump switch is in the MANUAL or AUTO position RECIRCULATE On Off plane When the actuator is in the RECIRC or AUTO position outside water is prevented from entering while the control valve con...

Page 38: ...ewell make sure of the following Transom strainer s are clean and secured to the water inlet on the transom The boat is in the water at rest position with unrestricted water flow to the water inlet on the transom NOTE The livewell cannot be filled while the boat is running To fill the livewell 1 Close the actuator to the livewell The actuator opens and closes the livewell drain valve 2 Open the fi...

Page 39: ...e pump was air locked water should now begin to flow into the livewell If the pump remains air locked check fill hose routing for kinks or excessive loops If the livewell will not fill and the pump is not operating NOTE To determine if the pump is operating place your hand on the pump A slight vibration will be felt if the pump is operating With the boat on the trailer remove pump cartridge and in...

Page 40: ...e inside the livewell IN if equipped Troubleshooting the Livewell Recirculation System If the livewell will not recirculate water verify the following The RECIRC button on the helm is in the ON or AUTO postion and helm RECIRC light is illuminated The pump out valve inside the livewell is pushed IN The recirc pump is running NOTE To determine if the pump is operating place your hand on the pump A s...

Page 41: ... Ensure the FILL button on the helm is OFF During livewell pump out operation water will be discharged through the pump out rear deck fitting Manual Drain To completely drain the water from the livewell using the gravity drain while the boat is ON or OFF PLANE or while on the boat is on the trailer 1 Open the livewell actuator valve 2 Position the RECIRC button on the helm to OFF 3 Ensure the FILL...

Page 42: ... See the electric trolling motor Operator s Manual supplied in your owner s kit for electric trolling motor operation and maintenance procedures Bike Seat Mount the seat by selecting adjustable power pole and twist to secure to mount Optional Equipment Your Skeeter boat may be equipped with many options which cannot all be covered in this manual Make sure you read and understand all the optional e...

Page 43: ...or pictures used to show feature s and location may show more than your actual boat is equipped with If you have any questions regarding your specific boat you can always contact your Skeeter Dealer The safety labels attached to your boat are there to protect you your occupants others around you and your Skeeter boat Read know and understand them ...

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Page 45: ...Recirculation Pump Switch 4 Bilge Pump Switch 5 Livewell Recirculation Pump Switch 6 Livewell Fill Switch 7 Trim Gauge 8 Speedometer 9 Steering Fluid Fill Cap Option 10 Tachometer 11 Fuel Level Gauge 12 Fishfinder 13 Engine Remote Control 14 Engine Remote Control Trim Switch 15 Engine Stop Switch and Cord Lanyard 16 Horn 17 Ignition Switch 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 ...

Page 46: ...Ski Rope Locker 2 Livewell 22 Gal 3 Fuel Inlet 4 Cooler 34 Qt 5 Rod Box 6 Gear Storage 7 Bow Seat Mount 8 Bow Panel 9 Bow Light Receptacle 10 Ski Locker 11 Ski Pylon Mounting Base 12 Anchor Light Receptacle 13 Boarding Ladder 14 Bilge Access Battery Mounting 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Figure 4 2 ...

Page 47: ...and relay panel is located under the helm console Replace a blown fuse with an identical replacement WARNING Never use a replacement fuse of a different color size or amperage rating An improper fuse can cause damage to the electrical system which could lead to a fire SL Fuse Panel Figure 4 3 ...

Page 48: ...Twist the friction control knob to control friction on the post The locking handle must be in the locked position and the friction control knob must be tightened when boat speed exceeds 5 mph 8 km h WARNING Avoid serious injury or death due to ejection The locking handle must be in the locked position and the friction control knob tightened before boat speed exceeds 5 mph 8 km h Swivel Seats Figur...

Page 49: ...that can be set to automatically recirculate at desired intervals EMPTY Remove the plug from livewell drain to empty Rinse the livewell and baitwell if equipped with fresh clean water remove any debris from the pick up and drain screens and allow the livewell to air dry after each use The pick up screens are located at the bottom of the transom and the drain screens are located in the livewell or ...

Page 50: ... engine before you start it Never use a ladder which is damaged Bike Seat or Fishing Chair Option Figure 4 7 WARNING WARNING WARNING Avoid serious injury or death due to ejection from seat Do not use when boat speed exceeds 5 mph 8 km h Remove and stow seat when not occupied Do not board the ladder while the engine is running Be careful when using the boarding ladder and exercise caution when you ...

Page 51: ...ely and the supports are connected with their pins Never substitute components and never use a damaged pin Use the key to remove the pylon hole cover Always insert the pylon hole cover when the ski pylon is removed Ski Pylon Figure 4 8 WARNING Avoid serious injury death or boat damage from the ski pylon feature The ski pylon must be secured to its base Do not use with any equipment which is TIED t...

Page 52: ...rt to the cockpit area from the sun and the elements The canopy top can be temporarily stowed folded and laid on the sun deck Make sure your canopy top is in a secured position before getting your boat under way Never Stow the canopy wet or damp allow it to air dry before stowing Use abrasives or solvents to clean the canopy use only mild soap and warm not hot water and protect it with a high qual...

Page 53: ...tach the stern straps to their mounting cleats 5 Adjust the canopy s tension by adjusting the strap buckles Make sure the cockpit is well ventilated when the canopy top is raised Optional Equipment Your Skeeter boat may be equipped with many options which cannot all be covered in this manual Make sure you read and understand the optional equipment s safety use and maintenance literature provided b...

Page 54: ...adjustment of the trim tab Under any circumstances the operator should always keep a firm continuous grip on the steering wheel The owner operator must inspect the steering system frequently For Cable Steering check for smooth free full range operation and steering components not worn or loose For Hydraulic Steering the fluid level should be checked periodically to determine the correct level Your...

Page 55: ...inuously for best results If the outboard motor is trimmed in too far closer to the boat bottom speed drops fuel economy decreases and the boat may not handle correctly However it does provide better acceleration from a standstill and because it forces the bow down visibility is improved If the outboard motor is trimmed out too far away from the boat bottom steering torque increases and the boat m...

Page 56: ...essure gauge monitors the cooling system pressure of the engine See your outboard motor owner s manual for information Voltmeter If Equipped The voltmeter indicates voltage to the batteries from the charging system Tachometer The tachometer registers engine speed in revolutions per minute RPM See your outboard motor operator s manual for the correct operating range of the engine Speedometer The sp...

Page 57: ...nd stern lights in the RUN position and just the stern light in the ANC position The lights should be in the RUN position while under way and in the ANC position when anchored or tied in open water or channels The ANC light is not required if tied up at a dock or beached NOTE Operate your boat between sunset and sunrise using the navigational lights Navigational lights are legally required to indi...

Page 58: ...ring are equipped with circuit breakers The buttons will be labeled with the item they protect If the circuit protected has a current overload the breaker will trip and power will be discontinued The cause of the overload must be determined and eliminated before resetting the circuit breaker Reset the circuit breaker by pressing its button Fuses Automotive type fuses are located under the console ...

Page 59: ...trolling motor batteries and wiring under the front deck Your Skeeter boat is equipped with an internal fuel system meeting current federal requirements The fuel system must be thoroughly inspected and repaired if necessary before operating the boat Do not operate your boat knowing you have a fuel system problem If you suspect your boat has a fuel system problem contact your Skeeter Dealer If your...

Page 60: ...ptional equipment To operate the weigh bag fill hose accessory 1 Ensure there is water in the livewell 2 Pull the pump out valve inside the livewell OUT 3 Position the RECIRC button on the helm in the ON position 4 Fully extend the weigh bag fill hose and fill the weigh bag If the hose is not fully extended water will leak out from between the pump out hose and deck fitting Figure 6 1 ...

Page 61: ...der Check the pump screen occasionally and monitor the stream from the bilge pump outlet If you recognize a weak stream at the bilge outlet this may indicate a blocked pump screen or a poor electrical contact If you recognize no stream this could indicate a blown fuse or a pump malfunction Never operate a dry bilge pump or damage to the pump will occur Figure 7 2 shows a typical bilge pump system ...

Page 62: ...etal objects do not touch the battery posts Figure 7 3 shows a typical 12 24 and 36 volt connection Figure 6 3 WARNING Keep the battery connections clean tight and insulated to prevent shorting or arching and causing a possible explosion Install protective covers and check the connections often to make sure they are clean and tight DO NOT charge your batteries in the boat if your boat is not equip...

Page 63: ...battery using a receptacle make sure all the connections are tight If you operate your trolling motor with loose connections damage to the trolling motor can result Never check your connections by running either of your outboards out of the water Tilt Steering Latch If Equipped Push the latch away from you to adjust the steering wheel angle The steering wheel has five positions and locks into a de...

Page 64: ...the batteries without removing the batteries from the boat See the manufacturer s literature for operating instructions Make sure all accessories and outboards are in the OFF position when connecting to the power source and charging the batteries Electric Trolling Motor See the electric trolling motor Operator s Manual supplied in your owner s kit for electric trolling motor operation and maintena...

Page 65: ...de a colorless odorless gas that may cause loss of consciousness and death within a short time Always operate the boat in an open area 1 There is a hull drain plug at the bottom of the stern in the center Be sure it is securely tightened before launching the boat 2 Put the throttle shift lever in the NEUTRAL position Turn the ignition key to Start When the engine starts release the key See the out...

Page 66: ...seats are provided on your boat in front of the helm be sure the operator s view ahead is not obstructed when they are used Passengers must sit in one of the seats and hold onto the grips while putting both feet on the deck When passengers are on board make sure they are seated and holding on before you start to accelerate An unprepared passenger could lose balance and fall Boarding from a Dock or...

Page 67: ...ng boat away from dock Slowly approach the dock at about a 45 angle Secure the bow to the dock then use engine power or a boat hook to gently move the stern to the dock Wind or current pushing boat toward dock Slowly maneuver to a shallow angle and allow the boat to move toward the dock Try to use wind or current to your advantage when docking No wind or current Approach the dock at a shallow angl...

Page 68: ... cross as larger swells or wakes Crossing a sharp wake gives more of a jolt than a broad swell To cross a wake or swell change your speed and choose the angle at which you cross the wake or swell Usually a slower speed and quartering the wake crossing at an angle will reduce the jolt Two other things you may notice The first is that crossing a group of wakes or swells is not as easy or smooth as c...

Page 69: ...ear on the dock board the boat and then pick up the gear Do not use the outboard as a boarding ramp use the boarding ladder To prevent injury make sure the engine is OFF when swimmers drivers and skiers are boarding The following checks are essential to safe boating and must be performed before starting the engine Check the weather report wind and water conditions Check that required safety equipm...

Page 70: ... of unequal propeller thrust wind and current must also be kept in mind While wind and current may not always be present an experienced boater will use them to his or her advantage Unequal thrust is an aspect shared by all single engine propeller driven watercraft A clockwise rotation propeller tends to cause the boat steering in the straight ahead position to drift to starboard when going forward...

Page 71: ...e it is not drifting and dragging the anchor Reset it if necessary 5 To pull in weigh the anchor start the engine and move forward keeping tension on the line as you pull it in When the anchor line is straight up and down pull hard to lift the anchor from the bottom material 6 If the anchor is stuck on the bottom try this Let out a few feet of anchor line and secure the line to the boat again Slow...

Page 72: ...end upon whether the water is salt or fresh as well as other local water conditions Leaving the boat in the water for extended periods will accelerate the rate of normal deterioration of the outboard motor and hull finish Stray electrical voltage in the water marine organisms and saltwater corrosion are a few of the conditions that can adversely affect the life of many Skeeter boat components 1 Fo...

Page 73: ...if it accidentally comes loose from the hitch ball Crisscross the chains under the trailer tongue so the tongue will not hit the road surface if it falls loose Rig the chains as tightly as possible while allowing just enough slack to permit tight turns Be sure the tongue weight vertical weight on the hitch point is correct Generally 5 to 10 of the combined weight of the boat and trailer should be ...

Page 74: ...responding to throttle 6 Back the boat out into the water watching carefully for people other boats or obstacles Loading 1 Back the trailer down the ramp as close to 90 to the shoreline as you can If possible have a second person act as an observer while standing to the side of the boat Stop when the tops of the trailer s fenders are about 3 in 7 6 cm above the waterline 2 With the boat moving at ...

Page 75: ...evetype transom saver which also can be used in conjunction with the trailer mounted type Transom Saver Figure 9 3 Transom Saver Figure 9 4 CAUTION Avoid damage to outboard lower unit Transom Savers must be properly fitted to trailer roller and secured to outboard lower unit Outboard motor must have power tilt and trim for use of this product Boat must be tied down to trailer during use ...

Page 76: ...cement parts Your Skeeter Dealer is qualified to make such repairs additions or modifications to your boat that will not compromise safety design integrity or warranty coverage An electrical system problem must be treated seriously Do not operate your boat knowing there is a problem with the system When a problem is discovered have your Skeeter Dealer service it immediately NOTE The electrical sys...

Page 77: ... to charge your batteries occasionally WARNING WARNING Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can cause severe burns Wear protective clothing to avoid acid contact with your skin and eyes Failure to do so could result in severe injury The battery compartment doors MUST be secured in the OPEN position for ventilation when charging any batteries Be sure to inspect your boat for and eliminate fuel fum...

Page 78: ...ecome damaged If not stopped a great deal of damage could occur If you operate in salt polluted or brackish waters your boat should be equipped with a transom mounted zinc anode to prevent damage to those metal parts coming in contact with the water By design the anode is selfsacrificing It is slowly eroded by electrolytic action and requires periodic inspection for deterioration If the zinc anode...

Page 79: ...nd of alkaline cleansers such as trisodium phosphate TSP abrasives bleaches or ammonia DO NOT use acids or other strong chemicals to clean the boat For best results use cleaners recommended for fiberglass and follow the instructions on the label Twice Yearly Minimum Wax your boat s gelcoat surface to help prevent loss of gloss and protect the finish Use only wax recommended for use on fiberglass a...

Page 80: ...e them replaced via the Skeeter Customer Service for a nominal fee Paints If your boat is kept in water where marine growth is a problem the use of antifouling paint may reduce the growth rate Be aware of environmental regulations that may govern your paint choice Contact your local boating authorities for information Cleaning Agents Household cleaners should be used sparingly and not discharged i...

Page 81: ...on between the motor and the boat is very important to prevent damaging structural integrity Your Skeeter may be equipped with one or more of the following mounting systems Check all mounting system bolts for the proper torque of 75 ft lb 10 4 kg m every 6 months Motor to Transom Bolts Figure 10 2 ...

Page 82: ...10 7 Table Of Contents www SkeeterBoats com CARE MAINTENANCE Torgue Transfer System Bolts Jack Plate to Transom Bolts Figure 10 3 Figure 10 4 ...

Page 83: ...the steering system for smooth free and full range operation In addition check the original self locking nuts used to fasten the steering link rod between the steering cable s and the engine Have your Skeeter Dealer check for proper lubrication any unusual backlash and any component wear of the steering system at least once a year ...

Page 84: ...10 9 Table Of Contents www SkeeterBoats com CARE MAINTENANCE SERVICE MAINTENANCE LOG DATE HOUR READING SERVICE REPAIRS PERFORMED ...

Page 85: ... Cause Poor boat performance Contaminated fuel Uneven load distribution Improper power trim setting Improper propeller selection Engine problem Marine growth on hull Poor gas mileage Improper power trim setting Marine growth on hull Engine problem Excessive vibration Damaged or fouled propeller Engine problem Engine runs but boat makes little or no progress Fouled or damaged propeller Engine probl...

Page 86: ...e LIVEWELL DRAINING on page 3 39 Apply wax to the entire surface of the boat See GENERAL MAINTENANCE in Section 11 Remove the batteries from the boat Clean fully charge and store them in an area not subject to freezing temperatures DO NOT store batteries close to heat spark or flame producing devices See BATTERY in Section 11 Perform all scheduled maintenance for the outboard and the trailer Use p...

Page 87: ...be covered with a protective material to prevent damage to the hull gelcoat Use spreader bars to avoid side stress to the hull that may cause cracks in the gelcoat and fiberglass Attach guidelines to the bow eye and stern tiedown cleats to control movement of the boat during lifting Remove all people and all cargo from the boat Drain any excess water from the bilge using the bilge pump Be sure all...

Page 88: ...er has provided you with a vehicle designed for many years of convenient trouble free service It is up to you to use and care for it properly to be sure that it will perform safely and satisfactorily Instructions on how to do this are included in the trailer owner s manual Read learn understand and act on the information included in this important book Proper trailer maintenance and safety procedu...

Page 89: ...ween two areas of jurisdiction i e a river between two states BOW The front of the boat BULKHEAD Vertical partition wall in a boat BUNKS Carpeted trailer hull supports BURDENED BOAT Term for the boat that must give way to boats with the right of way CAPACITY PLATE A plate that provides maximum weight capacity and engine horsepower rating information It is located in full view of the helm CAPSIZE T...

Page 90: ...ody loses heat faster than it can produce it IN LINE FUSE A type of protective fuse located in the power wire of a direct current DC circuit usually near the battery KEEL The lowest portion of the boat extends fore and aft along the boat s bottom LIST Leaning or tilt of a boat toward the side MAKING WAY Making progress through the water MARINE CHART Seagoing maps showing depths buoys navigation ai...

Page 91: ...rds the bow STERN The back of the boat STOW To pack the cargo SURGE BRAKES A type of trailer braking system designed to automatically actuate when the tow vehicle s brakes are applied TRANSDUCER The unit that sends receives signals for the depth sounder TRANSOM The transverse beam across the stern TRIM Fore to aft and side to side balance of the boat when loaded UNDER WAY Boat in motion i e not mo...

Page 92: ...__ ________________________________________________________________________________ Engine Type ___________________________________ HP _______________________________ No of Engines _____________________ Fuel Capacity __________________________________ Survival Equipment PFDs ____________ Flares _____________ Mirror ____________ Smoke Signals _____________ Flashlight_____________ Food ____________P...

Page 93: ...faction to have been thus defective provided that it receives the applicable boat registration card within thirty 30 days from the date within one 1 year from the date the defect is discovered or could reasonably have been discovered and not afterwards Skeeter Products does not authorize anyone to assume for it any liability in connection with the sale of its products If the repair requires the bo...

Page 94: ...MENT Please Retain For Your Records DATE OF PURCHASE ____________________________________________________________ SKEETER supports our country s vast fisheries by promoting catch and release and is committed to preserving the environment in our manufacturing practices At SKEETER we continually strive to improbe and enhance specifications without notice Please confirm with your SKEETER dealer prior...

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