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BOATING SAFETY

OVERPOWERING/OVERLOADING

DO NOT overpower or overload your boat. Your boat is equipped with a required capacity plate

indicating the maximum acceptable power and load as determined by the manufacturer 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

Figure 1-1

WARNING

DO NOT overpower or overload your boat.

Summary of Contents for SALTWATER

Page 1: ...SALTWATER OWNER S MANUAL...

Page 2: ...e 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 abo...

Page 3: ...TRODUCTION 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 lette...

Page 4: ...els 3 1 Helm Layout 3 3 General Deck Layout 3 4 Equipment 3 8 4 Controls Indicators 4 1 Steering 4 1 Outboard Motor Trim 4 1 Instruments 4 3 Switches 4 4 Circuit Breakers Fuses 4 5 5 Boat Systems 5 1...

Page 5: ...ne 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...

Page 6: ...rer 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...

Page 7: ...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 w...

Page 8: ...pe 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...

Page 9: ...nd 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 ope...

Page 10: ...h 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 operato...

Page 11: ...fety 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...

Page 12: ...ure 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...

Page 13: ...storage compartments to the bilge under the engine compartment When the pump is on most of the water in the bilge will drain through the outlet For manual bilge pump systems the pump will operate when...

Page 14: ...fe 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...

Page 15: ...thers 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 fr...

Page 16: ...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 h...

Page 17: ...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...

Page 18: ...ossing 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...

Page 19: ...ing 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...

Page 20: ...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 buo...

Page 21: ...ictures 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 s...

Page 22: ...3 2 Table Of Contents www SkeeterBoats com SALTWATER BOATS SAFETY LABELS Cont...

Page 23: ...ell Fill Switch 9 Livewell Fill Switch 10 Trim Tabs Control 11 Baitwell Recirc Switch 12 Livewell Recirc Switch 13 Remote Engine Control 14 Ignition Switch 15 Engine Stop Switch and Lanyard 16 Tilt St...

Page 24: ...rage Box 5 Front Storage Box 6 Starboard Rod Box Fish Box 7 Step Up Cooler 8 Port Rod Box 9 Cast Net Storage 10 Baitwell 14 Gal 11 Storage and Battery Access 12 Leaning Post Storage 13 Jumpseat Drop I...

Page 25: ...ng Motor Terminal 4 Anchor Storage Box 5 Front Storage Box 6 Starboard Rod Box Fish Box 7 Step Up Storage 8 Port Rod Box 9 Baitwell 14 Gal 10 Storage and Battery Access 11 Leaning Post Storage 12 Jump...

Page 26: ...rolling Motor Terminal 4 Anchor Storage Box 5 Front Storage Box 6 Fish Box 7 Port Rod Box 8 Cast Net Storage Box 9 Baitwell 14 Gal 10 Storage and Battery Access 11 Leaning Post Storage 12 Jumpseat and...

Page 27: ...eptacle 2 Pull Up Cleat 3 Trolling Motor Terminal 4 Anchor Storage Box 5 Front Storage Box 6 Baitwell 14 Gal 7 Side Rod Storage 8 Storage and Battery Access 9 Leaning Post Storage 10 Jumpseat and Drop...

Page 28: ...ing compartment A circuit breaker is located next to each switch on the console panel The button will pop out when the circuit is overloaded Before resetting the circuit breaker determine the cause of...

Page 29: ...to bilge pump 1 Power to the starter battery only 2 Power to boat functions from the first 12 volt battery from the series of trolling motor batteries 1 2 Power to both starter battery and the first t...

Page 30: ...our livewell should always be rinsed with fresh clean water The pick up screens and drain screens should be checked and clean before each use to optimize the system s performance and longevity Livewel...

Page 31: ...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 literatu...

Page 32: ...nue to operate the boat if the steering system is malfunctioning OUTBOARD MOTOR TRIM Outboard motor trim is the angular relationship between the lower drive unit of the outboard motor and the transom...

Page 33: ...wer trim operation information WARNING DO NOT trim the outboard motor out too far or the boat may begin to porpoise bounce up and down Porpoising reduces control and visibility and lowers top speed an...

Page 34: ...ssure 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 ch...

Page 35: ...hts 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 Th...

Page 36: ...ers 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 determ...

Page 37: ...teries 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 nece...

Page 38: ...er 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...

Page 39: ...tal objects do not touch the battery posts Figure 5 3 shows a typical 12 24 and 36 volt connection Figure 5 3 WARNING Keep the battery connections clean tight and insulated to prevent shorting or arch...

Page 40: ...attery 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 runn...

Page 41: ...he 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 t...

Page 42: ...e 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 cen...

Page 43: ...eats 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...

Page 44: ...g 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 tow...

Page 45: ...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 Usual...

Page 46: ...ar 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 skier...

Page 47: ...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...

Page 48: ...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...

Page 49: ...nd 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 m...

Page 50: ...ly 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 jus...

Page 51: ...Skeeter boat for launching before using the ramp Each launch may have particular differences such as ramp angle prevailing wind waves and water currents If possible watch a couple of boaters launch t...

Page 52: ...Post Operation Checks on page 10 5 WARNING Using too much throttle can cause the boat to jump over the front of the trailer which can result in injury to the boat operator and bystanders Use only eno...

Page 53: ...n be used in conjunction with the trailer mounted type Transom Saver Figure 8 4 CAUTION Avoid damage to outboard lower unit Transom Savers must be properly fitted to trailer roller and secured to outb...

Page 54: ...ment 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 prob...

Page 55: ...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...

Page 56: ...come 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 th...

Page 57: ...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 fibergla...

Page 58: ...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...

Page 59: ...n 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 bo...

Page 60: ...9 7 Table Of Contents www SkeeterBoats com CARE MAINTENANCE Torgue Transfer System Bolts Jack Plate to Transom Bolts Figure 9 3 Figure 9 4...

Page 61: ...e 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 S...

Page 62: ...9 9 Table Of Contents www SkeeterBoats com CARE MAINTENANCE SERVICE MAINTENANCE LOG DATE HOUR READING SERVICE REPAIRS PERFORMED...

Page 63: ...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 tri...

Page 64: ...ee LIVEWELL SYSTEM on page 3 39 Apply wax to the entire surface of the boat See GENERAL MAINTENANCE in Section 9 Remove the batteries from the boat Clean fully charge and store them in an area not sub...

Page 65: ...e 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 t...

Page 66: ...r 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 I...

Page 67: ...een 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 t...

Page 68: ...dy 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...

Page 69: ...ds 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 un...

Page 70: ..._ ________________________________________________________________________________ Engine Type ___________________________________ HP _______________________________ No of Engines ____________________...

Page 71: ...action 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...

Page 72: ...ENT Please Retain For Your Records DATE OF PURCHASE ____________________________________________________________ SKEETER supports our country s vast fisheries by promoting catch and release and is com...

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