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EXCLUSIONS:

This limited Warranty does not apply to any boat that has been salvaged or declared a total loss or constructive total loss for any reason not specifically 

covered in this Limited Warranty. In addition, this Limited Warranty does not apply to the following “

Exclusions:”

1) A Hull, component, or other product that has been repaired without authorization of Sportsman or that has been altered in any way that affects its 

use and operation;

2) Expenses related to inspection or warranty service for hauling out, transportation to and from any dealer or Sportsman factory, towing or storage 

changes,  inconvenience or loss of time or income;

3) Engines, outdrives, controls, propellers, engine brackets, stereos, depth finder, GPS units, trolling motors, batteries, outriggers bas

es’ and other 

equipment or accessories that are not manufactured by Sportsman, whether the same is or is not warranted by such other manufacturer;

4) Blistering, discoloring, cracking, or crazing of the Gelcoat finish or other surface finishes

5) Any Sportsman Boat initially sold at retail by a party other than an authorized Sportsman dealer;

6) Damage to, breakage of, or leakage around any windshields, hatches, or apertures;

7) Any canvas, zippers, vinyl, upholstery, plastic, or fabric components;

8) Discoloration, oxidation, bleeding, or corrosion of any stainless steel or other metal products

9) Any Hull, component, or product that has been subject to unreasonable use, tampering, abuse, mishandling, improper maintenance, negligence, 

improper trailing,  alterations, or accidents;

10) Any boat, or component or part thereof, that has been used for Commercial Purpose, racing purposes, or has otherwise been operated contrary to 

any printed instruction provided by Sportsman or contrary to any applicable law (for purposes of this Limited Warranty, the term 

“Commercial 

Purposes

shall mean the usage of any boat more than fifty percent (50%) for revenue-producing or other business purposes);

11) A boat, or component or part thereof, that has been overpowered according to the maximum recommended engine horsepower specified on the 

capacity plate attached to the boat;

12 )Machinery, equipment and accessories not installed by Sportsman;

13) Condensation of gauges;

14) The 

failure of any par, area, or component of the boat to be dry, whether or not the same was represented as “dry”;

15) Any representation relating to the speed or weight of any part or component of the boat;

16) Normal wear and tear maintenance items, including, but not limited to, filters bulbs, batteries, bungees, anchor rope, trailer finishes, tires, brakes, 

bearing, and lights;

17) Any defect or repair requiring redesign of the boat, except pursuant to the recall provisions of the United States Federal Boat Safety Act of 1971 or 

the recall laws of the recall laws of any other foreign jurisdiction;

18) Dealer preparation, cleaning, and final adjustments and alignments in preparing the boat for delivery or commissioning; or

19) Any act of God or force majeure.

Warranty and Services

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Summary of Contents for Heritage 231

Page 1: ...Owner s Manual and Quick reference Guide 2018 https www boat manuals com...

Page 2: ...verall Dimensions Terminology Features Performance Certifications Registrations Boating Safety Electrical Plumbing Systems Fuel System Boating Navigation Rules Warranty Services Contact Information 3...

Page 3: ...atented Total Access hatch and superior ride and handling characteristics we think you will agree that Sportsman is setting a new standard We do not take lightly the confidence you have placed in us w...

Page 4: ...T OPTION PACKAGES TRAILER INFORMATION MODEL PURCHASE DATE IGNITION KEY DRAFT BOAT INFORMATION SPECIFICATIONS HULL SERIAL DELIVERED REGISTRATION We recommend filling out the information in this table a...

Page 5: ...se at Bow Deadrise at Entry Approximate Usable Fuel Capacity Approximate Dry Weight People Capacity Maximum Engine Horse Power 22 6 8 6 14 55 18 98 gal 2750 lbs 12 persons 250 HP 4 Stroke Specificatio...

Page 6: ...Side Helm Transom 6 8 6 22 6 Aft Forward Stern Bow Note If your boat has a T Top we recommend measuring the trailered height of your boat for towing safety purposes This height may depend on the spec...

Page 7: ...pit Bolsters Console Footrest w Glove Box Storage Bin Console Windscreen Dash Panel Cover Deluxe Leaning Post w Flip Up Bolsters Dual Battery Configuration w Switch Trays Grip Tex Yacht Style Non Skid...

Page 8: ...ole Cover Custom Color Engine Dark Hull Color Black St Blue Deluxe T Top w LED Lighting Edson 13 SS Comfort Grip Steering Wheel w PowerKnob Fiberglass Hard Top w LED Lighting Fiberglass Leaning Post w...

Page 9: ...nce Major Features Storage Compartment Swim Platform Bench Seat Deluxe Leaning Post Rod Holders Console Seat Flip up Bolsters Storage Compartment Stainless Wheel Rear Livewells Anchor Storage https ww...

Page 10: ...Note This is posted on our website at http sportsmanboatsmfg com heritage 231 center console Features Performance 10 200 HP 250 HP https www boat manuals com...

Page 11: ...umber HIN The HIN is a 12 digit code located on the starboard side of the transom just under the Rub Rail When contacting your dealer concerning maintenance or warranties please have your HIN and mode...

Page 12: ...or boats over 20 two are required Check extinguisher regularly for charge status FIRE EXTINGUISHER You must have a USCG approved personal flotation device of Type I II or III aboard for each passenger...

Page 13: ...y Being on the water is a great experience but it can become a bad experience very quickly if safety and maintenance instructions of your boat are not followed Therefore warnings and notices have been...

Page 14: ...erations Safety alert symbols are used to show potential personal injury hazards Every precaution has been taken to reduce the risks associated with death possible injury and damage from fire or explo...

Page 15: ...at produces carbon monoxide and uses flammable fuel Carbon monoxide can cause brain damage or death Carbon monoxide is colorless odorless and extremely dangerous Boating Safety 15 https www boat manua...

Page 16: ...Boating Safety Label Locations 16 https www boat manuals com...

Page 17: ...Boating Safety 17 The Sportsman Heritage 231 has a 12 Person Capacity Seating locations are shown below https www boat manuals com...

Page 18: ...early labeled for easy identification The bilge pump s 6 amp fuse is also located here There is also a 30 amp breaker branching off the main battery switch If an electrical component of your boat stop...

Page 19: ...ackage Sportsman offers the Simrad NSS EVO3 Multi function display which integrates the following functions of the boat Structure Scan Capability Sonar Radar Capability Navigation Engine Instruments C...

Page 20: ...t as a standard feature The transducer is located on the hull bottom at the stern of the boat The Infinity Black box is another standard feature of the Heritage 231 and is located on the inside wall o...

Page 21: ...een navigation lights and the white all round light for night driving ANC turns on the all round light only for night anchoring Do not operate the boat in anchor position Off is in the center position...

Page 22: ...trolled through the Simrad unit as a central hub and leave more open space on the console If your boat has a Fibergalss T Top the aft pair of speakers the left two speakers in the figure to the left w...

Page 23: ...ransom which will lower the bow This helps to improve the performance of the boat in a wide range of weight weather and water conditions The LEDs on the control panel indicate the position of the tabs...

Page 24: ...oy Anodes Salt water only Not recommended for use in fresh water Alloy is manufactured to meet or exceed US Military Specification MIL A 18001K Aluminum Alloy Anodes Salt or Brackish water Not recomme...

Page 25: ...flipping on your bilge switch located on the switch panel at the helm Additionally the bilge pump utilizes a float as an automated switch to turn it on automatically if necessary when the boat is unat...

Page 26: ...livewell switch at the helm and turn the fill valve in the livewell to open This will fill both stern livewells Both livewells are equipped with overflow drains so water cannot exceed a certain level...

Page 27: ...connected to bottom of the same pump that supplies water to your livewells with a shut off valve in the bilge area at the total access hatch To operate the wash down system start by opening the valve...

Page 28: ...nded period of time pump the tank dry to avoid stagnant water in the tank if necessary It is also important to periodically inspect and clean the filter which is located on the pump The pump is mounte...

Page 29: ...fill cap Your boat contains a new EPA certified fuel system The system prevents spit back when filling the tanks and lowers the out gassing emissions through a vent in the new designed fuel fill cap...

Page 30: ...Diurnal Fuel System Fuel System 30 https www boat manuals com...

Page 31: ...Diurnal Fuel System cont d Fuel System 31 https www boat manuals com...

Page 32: ...rol This fill valve ball is set lower than the vent valve ball but does not close until the refueling vapors are shut off by the vent valve This vent valve shuts off the refueling vapors and creates b...

Page 33: ...Diurnal Fuel System Refueling Fuel System 33 https www boat manuals com...

Page 34: ...y boat has a Danger Zone from straight in front the bow to past the middle of its right side Like when meeting another car at a street intersection the one on the right has the right of way You must y...

Page 35: ...ranty you need to contact your Sportsman dealer to arrange for your boat to be repaired The boat owner is responsible for delivering the boat to the dealer for warranty service If you are not near you...

Page 36: ...ne 1 year from the date of the sale to the original purchaser of the Sportsman Boat by a Sportsman authorized dealer Sportsman in its sole discretion will either repair or replace the defective compon...

Page 37: ...use tampering abuse mishandling improper maintenance negligence improper trailing alterations or accidents 10 Any boat or component or part thereof that has been used for Commercial Purpose racing pu...

Page 38: ...portsman Boats Manufacturing Inc 113 Isaac Way Summerville South Carolina 29483 Telephone 843 376 2628 Fax 843 376 2636 P O Box 2100 Summerville SC 29484 Email sales sportsmanboatsmfg com Website www...

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