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Page 2: ...ft Marine Corp a subsidiary of Genmar Industries Inc 1651 Whitfield Avenue Sarasota FL 34243 For a complete list of standard and optional features and equipment consult your local Wellcraft dealer Due...

Page 3: ...NGINE MULTI FUNCTION ALARM GAUGE 4 15 ENGINE EXHAUST SYSTEM 4 15 REFRIGERATOR 4 15 AIR CONDITIONING 4 16 Controls and Indicators 5 1 INSTRUMENTATION 5 1 STEERING 5 2 SHIFT THROTTLE CONTROL 5 3 POWER T...

Page 4: ...fe for you and others Always use common sense when boating Remember too that e very safe boating excursion is a happ y experience We d also lik e to remind you to be kind to our environment while you...

Page 5: ...ceive the most enjo yment possible from your ne w boat and the more you know about it the eas ier that will be It is impor tant that you tak e the time to read this entire manual prior to taking your...

Page 6: ...the American Boat and Y acht Council ABYC con cerning Navigational lights Factory installed fuel systems Engine and fuel tank compar tment ventilation Flotation Steering systems Backfire flame ar res...

Page 7: ...Avoiding use of dr ugs alcohol Environmental regulations Accident repor ts Dealer Your dealer will complete the pre deliver y check list with you when you tak e delivery of your boat A copy of the che...

Page 8: ...astic metal wood or trim tape Hardware Metal hard ware that has r usted or pitted will not be replaced under w arranty You should k eep this hard ware clean and wiped down with a light oil WD40 Vinyl...

Page 9: ...y be resolved at the dealer ship using the dealer ship s facilities equipment and per sonnel OWNER S PORTFOLIO Some manufacturers of components such as the engine and AM FM stereo supply their own ins...

Page 10: ...tion when an out of state boat is used within their boundaries Your boat has a hull identification number on the starboard side of the hull Figure 1 2 shows a typical identification number Use this hu...

Page 11: ...requirements is liable to civil 25 000 and criminal imprisonment penalties The placard also must note that State and local regulations may further restrict the disposal of garbage Operators shall disp...

Page 12: ...for breach of any duty or obligation to repair or replace shall be barred unless it is com menced within one year from the date the cause of action accrues regardless of the time remaining in the Warr...

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Page 14: ...1 10 SERVICE MAINTENANCE LOG HOUR METER DATE READING SERVICE REPAIRS PERFORMED...

Page 15: ...________________ Type________________________ Propeller s Manufacturer _________________________ Diameter Pitch_________________________ No of Blades ______ Style ___________ Material____________ Mfg...

Page 16: ...1 12 FUEL LOG HOURS FUEL RANGE DATE RUN GAL MI RPM MPH GPH...

Page 17: ...___________________________________________________________________ Engine Type ________________________________ HP _______________________________________ No of Engines ______________________________...

Page 18: ...______________ 1995 1998 Model year transfer fee 100 00 all models 1999 Model year transfer fees 16 21 Boats 200 00 22 26 Boats 300 00 27 and up Boats 500 00 This transfer request must be accompanied...

Page 19: ...PORTANT Used to signal the possibility of damage to equipment or associated compo nents HAZARD COMMUNICATION Safety is an impor tant issue for e veryone who shares in the use of our w aterways Through...

Page 20: ...dver se weather conditions You should ha ve prior knowledge of existing water and w eather conditions before getting underway SAFETY EQUIPMENT NOTE As the owner of the boat you are respon sible for su...

Page 21: ...engine compar tment All Class 2 26 to 39 4 feet pow erboats are required to carry two 2 appro ved B I Extinguish ers or one 1 appro ved B II type hand por table fire extinguisher unless equipped with...

Page 22: ...ne hand held and two floating or One orange flag with black square and disk Night Use Only One S O S Electric distress light Day and Night Use Three flares of the hand held meteor or parachute type No...

Page 23: ...local U S Coast Guard Auxiliary or Power Squadron Flotilla for the time and place of their next scheduled class DRUGS AND ALCOHOL The operator is responsible for the safety of all passenger s Refrain...

Page 24: ...n the engine is idling Outboard and ster n drive pow ered open boats present a low er risk of exposure to dangerous levels of carbon monoxide from their own motors because natural ventilation dissipat...

Page 25: ...ns moving air currents can direct carbon monoxide fumes into the boat Figure 2 8 These fumes can accumulate to dangerous levels with out proper airflow Provide adequate ventilation redistribute the lo...

Page 26: ...llow only capable swimmer s to take part in any water sport 2 Always wear a personal flotation de vice PFD approved by the U S Coast Guard W earing a properly designed PFD will help a stunned or uncon...

Page 27: ...Winter Haven FL 33884 1 800 533 2972 RULES OF THE ROAD Your boat is subject to U S Coast Guard enforced marine traffic la ws known as Rules of the Road There are two sets of r ules the United States...

Page 28: ...your star board side when you pass them These mar kers may either be buo ys or fixed ATONS Since lateral markers are either red or green k eep the green markers to your por t or left side Returning f...

Page 29: ...st abo ve the surface of the water An orange circle on a mar ker means a con trolled area A message such as No W ake Idle Speed No skiing or 5 MPH ma y appear on the marker An orange diamond means dan...

Page 30: ...y over power boats how ever if a sailboat is using a propeller to mo ve forward it is considered a power boat e ven if its sails are up MEETING A VESSEL HEAD ON In a head on situation neither boat has...

Page 31: ...le regarding right of way is that if a collision appear s unavoidable nei ther boat has right of w ay As prescribed in the Rules of the Road both boats must act to a void collision NIGHT RUNNING Boats...

Page 32: ...e contains infor mation concern ing whistle signals stor m warnings bridge signals and buo y descriptions and infor mation 2 14 WHITE GREEN WHITE RED IF YOU SEE GREEN CAUTIOUSLY HOLD COURSE IF YOU SEE...

Page 33: ...your DANGER ZONE SOUND VESSEL Open BRIDGE OK No VESSEL Replies RADIO VHF CH 13 VISUAL VESSEL Open or BRIDGE OK Same Same No DAY NIGHT Flag Lights LATERAL AIDS AS SEEN ENTERING FROM SEAWARD G 9 FI G 4s...

Page 34: ...ous W ellcraft models Depending on model this equipment is standard optional or not a vailable Check with your dealer if you ha ve any questions about how your boat is equipped In addition the locatio...

Page 35: ...IGURE 3 4 210 FISHERMAN FUEL FILTER BILGE PUMP DISCHARGE FIGURE 3 3 200 FISHERMAN 3 2 BILGE PUMP WITH AUTO FLOAT BILGE PUMP DISCHARGE STERN LIGHT BASE FUEL FILTER BATTERY VRO TANK LIVEWELL PUMP BREAKE...

Page 36: ...LER BOX DISCHARGE FUEL FILTER FUSE BOX BILGE PUMP DISCHARGE LIVEWELL DISCHARGE FIGURE 3 6 220 SPORTSMAN BREAKER PANEL LIVEWELL PUMP VRO TANK BILGE PUMP FUEL FILL VENT FISHBOX DISCHARGE BATTERY SWITCH...

Page 37: ...E BOX STERN LIGHT BASE LIVEWELL PUMP 22 WALKAROUND ONLY FUEL VENT 22 WALKAROUND O B ONLY VRO TANK BATTERY FUEL FILL AND VENT 24 WALKAROUND ONLY FUEL FILL 22 WALKAROUND I O ONLY FUEL FILL 22 WALKAROUND...

Page 38: ...EL FILTER BILGE PUMP DISCHARGE LIVEWELL DISCHARGE BILGE PUMP WITH AUTO FLOAT BATTERIES LIVEWELL PUMP STERN LIGHT BASE BAITWELL DISCHARGE WATER FILL OPT LIVEWELL VRO TANK FILL 2 STROKE FIGURE 3 10 252...

Page 39: ...IVEWELL DISCHARGE AND BILGE PUMP DISCHARGE BATTERY SWITCH AND BREAKERS FIGURE 3 11 250 COAST AL O B STERN LIGHT BASE LIVEWELL PUMP BREAKER PANEL WITH SHORE POWER OPTION VRO TANK FILL 2 STROKE BATTERY...

Page 40: ...IGURE 3 13 270 COAST AL I O WASTE PUMP HEAD EXHAUST FAN DISCHARGE WATER FILL HEAD SINK DISCHARGE STERN LIGHT BASE LIVEWELL DISCHARGE AUXILIARY FUEL FILL OPTIONAL BATTERY SWITCH AND BREAKERS VACUFLUSH...

Page 41: ...E PUMP OUT FUEL FILL VENT WATER FILL LIVEWELL PUMP WATER FILL SHORE POWER INLET CABIN BREAKER PANEL CABIN SINK DISCHARGE VRO TANK BATTERY SHOWER SUMP PUMP FUSE BOX FUEL FILL FUEL VENT VRO FILL FIGURE...

Page 42: ...WATER FILL 13 GENSET EXHAUST 14 BILGE PUMP DISCHARGE 15 BAIT STATION SINK DRAIN 16 UPPER DECK DRAIN 17 WATER FILL VENT 1 1 PORT 2 STARBOARD HOUSE BATTERY SWITCHES 2 AC DC PANEL 3 SHORE POWER INLET 4...

Page 43: ...ry weight will vary with engine and options installed 180 FISHERMAN Fiberglass foam filled stringers composite transom Large console sits 2 comfortably behind windscreen Deep V hull and wide beam crea...

Page 44: ...L DECK Anchor locker Bow and stern eyes stainless steel Cleats stainless steel Foam flotation level Ladder 2 step swing down Rod holders 2 stainless steel flush mount Rod racks under gunwale port stbd...

Page 45: ...load and condition of boat engine and propeller s Cruise range based on 95 of fuel capacity All data is illustrative and is not warranted This test done with clean bottom no bottom paint and light to...

Page 46: ...does not include engine s Dry weight will vary with engine and options installed KEY SALES FEATURES Console baitwell with light 29 gal with overboard drain Release well center transom Fwd and aft cast...

Page 47: ...hield rail removable replaces standard rail Preferred Option Package Compass Half dive swim platform Raw water washdown Note Items in Packages cannot be ordered individually unless listed as stand alo...

Page 48: ...amaha F150 4 Stroke Top Speed 48 MPH 6000 RPM Cruise Speed 31 5 MPH 4000 RPM Cruise Range 240 Miles Performance and fuel consumption will vary and be affected by water and weather conditions altitude...

Page 49: ...will vary with engine and options installed 202 FISHERMAN Insulated and lighted baitwell 104 qt with overboard drain Rod storage under gunwale port and starboard Stainless steel gunwale mounted rod ho...

Page 50: ...yes stainless steel Cleats stainless steel Ladder 3 step stainless steel with hand grip Rod holders 2 gunwale mounted stainless steel Rub rail heavy duty with stainless steel insert Stainless steel fo...

Page 51: ...nsumption will vary and be affected by water and weather conditions altitude load and condition of boat engine and propeller s Cruise range based on 95 of fuel capacity All data is illustrative and is...

Page 52: ...with engine and options installed 212 FISHERMAN Insulated and lighted baitwell 104 qt with overboard drain Rod storage under gunwale port and starboard Stainless steel gunwale mounted rod holders 2 w...

Page 53: ...LL DECK Anchor storage locker Bow and stern eyes stainless steel Cleats stainless steel Ladder 3 step stainless steel with hand grip Rod holders 2 gunwale mounted stainless steel Rub rail heavy duty w...

Page 54: ...conditions altitude load and condition of boat engine and propeller s Cruise range based on 95 of fuel capacity All data is illustrative and is not warranted This test done with clean bottom no botto...

Page 55: ...t include engine s Dry weight will vary with engine and options installed 215 BAY KEY SALES FEATURES Console baitwell with light 29 gal with overboard drain Release well center transom Fwd and Aft cas...

Page 56: ...dard rail Preferred Option Package Compass Half dive swim platform Raw water washdown Note Items in Packages cannot be ordered individually unless listed as stand alone OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT HULL DECK An...

Page 57: ...6000 RPM Cruise Speed 30 9 MPH 4000 RPM Cruise Range 220 Miles Performance and fuel consumption will vary and be affected by water and weather conditions altitude load and condition of boat engine and...

Page 58: ...ted and lighted baitwell 100 qt with overboard drain Raw water washdown Rod storage under gunwale port and starboard Stainless steel gunwale mounted rod holders 4 with cap Tackle storage 3 drawer Encl...

Page 59: ...Ladder 3 step stainless steel swing down Rub rail heavy duty with stainless steel insert new Skid resistant surfaces Stainless steel rails Thru hulls stainless steel new COCKPIT Aft seats port stbd wi...

Page 60: ...uise Range 300 Miles Performance and fuel consumption will vary and be affected by water and weather conditions altitude load and condition of boat engine and propeller s Cruise range based on 95 of f...

Page 61: ...SHERMAN Full height transom Foam filled fiberglass box section stringer with integral high density composite transom Recessed stainless steel grab rails port stbd bow Full FRP head console liner with...

Page 62: ...stant surfaces Tackle storage boxes 2 with removable trays 4 T top with 4 rod holders outrigger plates spreader light and PFD storage new MECHANICAL Accessory plug 1 12V at helm Accessory switches 2 B...

Page 63: ...s Package 8 4 Color Display Unit is radar ready additional components required Includes chartplotter HDFI fishfinder VHF Radio Ray 54 Note Items in Packages cannot be ordered individually unless liste...

Page 64: ...l height transom Foam filled fiberglass box section stringer with integral high density composite transom Recessed stainless grab rails port stbd Full FRP cabin liner with diamond pattern skid resista...

Page 65: ...storage under gunwale port stbd Skid resistant surfaces MECHANICAL Accessory plug 12V at helm Accessory switches 2 Baitwell pump 700 gph Battery switch dual with 2 trays Breakers at helm weather resi...

Page 66: ...play Unit is radar ready additional components required n a with bimini top Includes chartplotter HDFI fishfinder VHF Radio Ray 54 Note Items in Packages cannot be ordered individually unless listed a...

Page 67: ...ansom Foam filled fiberglass box section stringer with integral high density composite transom Recessed stainless grab rails port stbd bow Full FRP cabin console liner with additional port stbd below...

Page 68: ...below forward deck lockable Storage for fire extinguisher stbd Tackle storage boxes 2 with removable trays 4 T top with 4 rod holders outrigger plates spreader light and PFD storage new MECHANICAL Ac...

Page 69: ...Trailer Galvanized with brakes T top canvas enclosure new Cockpit Bolster Package Midship bolsters port stbd Forward bow bolsters port stbd Sirius Satellite Radio System Clarion AM FM CD player Siriu...

Page 70: ...ns altitude load and condition of boat engine and propeller s Cruise range based on 95 of fuel capacity All data is illustrative and is not warranted This test done with clean bottom no bottom paint a...

Page 71: ...ght transom Foam filled fiberglass box section stringer with integral high density composite transom Full fiberglass cabin liner with molded soft touch headliner Fishbox portside 128 qt w overboard dr...

Page 72: ...storage box with removable trays MECHANICAL Accessory plug 12V at helm Baitwell pump 700 gph Battery parallel with remote switch at helm Battery switch dual with 2 trays for single engine 3 trays for...

Page 73: ...al remote control at helm Enclosed Hardtop Package new Fiberglass hardtop with 4 rod holders Defroster Full windshield with opening vents replaces standard windshield Isinglass aft closure curtain Ove...

Page 74: ...titude load and condition of boat engine and propeller s Cruise range based on 95 of fuel capacity All data is illustrative and is not warranted This test done with clean bottom no bottom paint and li...

Page 75: ...with engine and options installed 290 COASTAL Full height transom with door Modular port stbd helm seating with storage Cruiser style cabin amenities and functional for extended fishing trips Kodiak P...

Page 76: ...teel 2 beverage holders and large dry storage below accessible through forward door Three drawer tackle locker with additional storage bin Aft facing large storage box with machinery space and access...

Page 77: ...and Evinrude Recommended HP Tw 225 hp to Tw 250 hp check for engine availability Rod holders gold tone 4 aft transom mounted Steering wheel aluminum with power knob 220 volt option Windshield wiper w...

Page 78: ...ottom paint and light to average load Specifications options and equipment are subject to change without notice PERFORMANCE DATA TW Merc250 Verado 4 stroke NOTES COLOR OPTIONS Hullside Color Option Up...

Page 79: ...d options installed Bait and tackle prep centers with fresh and salt water washdown Large windshield for visibility and weather protection Molded transom door for easy access for divers Stretched viny...

Page 80: ...Clarion AM FM CD player Sirius Satellite receiver and antenna 4 speakers digital remote control Storage lockers under berths V berth cushions GALLEY Coffee maker N A with CE or 220 volt Counter top G...

Page 81: ...Cup holders Delete hardtop Electronic control Compass Space for electronics Upper and lower station Upper console vinyl cover Vinyl buggy top Stereo Upgrade Package Cockpit subwoofer power amp 6 disc...

Page 82: ...ons altitude load and condition of boat engine and propeller s Cruise range based on 95 of fuel capacity All data is illustrative and is not warranted This test done with clean bottom no bottom paint...

Page 83: ...fishing trips 16 000 BTU cabin air conditioning with heat includes air condition vent installed at stbd helm cockpit Transom multifunctional switch panel includes entry light switch baitwell and bait...

Page 84: ...oard drain Pre wire for four 12V electric reels down riggers Pressurized fresh and raw water washdown system Tackle storage cabinets CABIN 110 V GFI protected electrical outlets port stbd AC panel cus...

Page 85: ...port stbd fills Full instrumentation digital Galvanic bonded electrical systems with Dynaplate and zinc Generator 8kw with fresh water cooling and 1 battery Horn dual trumpet Hoses steel reinforced Na...

Page 86: ...d 2 aft cockpit Ray Marine E120 Electronics Package 2 12 1 Color Displays Units are radar ready additional components required Includes chartplotter HDFI fishfinder High Performance 1 KW in hull trans...

Page 87: ...eight will vary with engine and options installed Fishboxes forward aft and port starboard Lockable storage under forward sole hatch Center console with head Tilt out storage bins port starboard Under...

Page 88: ...age bags Tackle storage with 5 drawers and 2 trays Tilt out storage bins 2 HEAD COMPARTMENT Console entry steps with storage drawers Dome light with switch 12V Full fiberglass liner skid resistant Por...

Page 89: ...ches and 300 rope chain combo anchor roller lanyard and anchor Windshield wiper washer system Ray Marine C120 Electronics Package Units are radar ready additional components required 12 1 Color displa...

Page 90: ...fected by water and weather conditions altitude load and condition of boat engine and propeller s Cruise range based on 95 of fuel capacity All data is illustrative and is not warranted Specifications...

Page 91: ...ude engine s Dry weight will vary with engine and options installed Fully featured fish boat that delivers both fishability and performance Fish boxes 4 insulated with overboard pumpout and sealed lid...

Page 92: ...h rod holders 4 and 94 qt cooler T top with canvas SKA style with rod holders 8 spreader lights 2 radio box hand holds and PFD storage HEAD COMPARTMENT 12V lighting Accessory plugs 12V 2 Port stbd por...

Page 93: ...s Cockpit rails powdercoat white Deluxe aft seat Lean post seat powdercoat white with additional cup holders no rod holders Upgraded stereo speaker system Delete gunwale rod holders Pro Package Seat d...

Page 94: ...2 41 m Dry weight calculated does not include engine s Dry weight will vary with engine and options installed Wider beam provides more seating and cockpit space Plenty of storage with 4 tilt out stora...

Page 95: ...Dome light with switch 12V Full fiberglass liner skid resistant Hatch access to console rigging Mirror Portside entry door Port light opening with screen Self contained head Sink molded in with hand h...

Page 96: ...s Steering wheel aluminum with power knob T top canvas enclosure 3 sided Trim tabs heavy duty offshore 220 Volt option Windlass with electric up down foot switches 300 rope chain combo anchor roller l...

Page 97: ...Evinrude 225 E Tec Tw Evinrude 250 E Tec Triple Evinrude 225 E Tec Triple Evinrude 250 E Tec Top Speed 58 3 MPH 5650 RPM Cruise Speed 39 5 MPH 4000 RPM Cruise Range 500 Miles Performance and fuel con...

Page 98: ...seating and cockpit space Plenty of rod storage Rigging station at transom with sink The transom layout designed to allow access to mechanical equipment Full fiberglass liner with integrated storage F...

Page 99: ...te table Forward v berth with filler cushion and storage below Storage cabinet HEAD CONSOLE Console entry steps Dome light with switch 12V Full fiberglass liner skid resistant Hatch access to console...

Page 100: ...holders electronics box outrigger plates spreader lights 3 and PFD storage T top canvas enclosure 3 sided Trim tabs heavy duty offshore 220 Volt option Windlass with electric up down foot switches 30...

Page 101: ...Evinrude 225 E Tec Tw Evinrude 250 E Tec Triple Evinrude 225 E Tec Triple Evinrude 250 E Tec Top Speed 55 9 MPH 5850 RPM Cruise Speed 38 5 MPH 4000 RPM Cruise Range 500 Miles Performance and fuel con...

Page 102: ...l Length 20 3 6 17 m Beam 8 1 2 46 m Dry Weight approx 2820 lb 1279 kg Fuel Capacity 77 gal 1291 l Max Power prop 225 HP 167 8 kw Deadrise 19 19 Draft up approx 15 0 40 m Draft down approx 31 0 79 m T...

Page 103: ...t top 5 9 1 80 m with hardtop 8 4 2 54 m with bimini top 7 2 2 18 m 24 WALKAROUND Standard Metric Length Overall w pulpit 24 1 7 34 m Hull Length 22 3 6 78 m Beam 8 2 2 45 m Dry Weight approx 3620 lb...

Page 104: ...29 5 0 75 m Bridge clearance without top 6 0 1 83 m with bimini top 8 0 2 43 m 270 COASTAL I O Standard Metric Length Overall w pulpit 28 1 8 56 m Hull Length 25 10 7 87 m Beam 9 9 2 97 m Dry Weight a...

Page 105: ...750 HP 559 kw Deadrise 23 23 Draft up approx 23 0 58 m Draft down Twin approx 33 0 83 m Triple approx 39 0 96 m Transom Height T win 30 0 76 m Triple 25 por t stbd 30 center Bridge clearance without T...

Page 106: ...OR ANY PETROLEUM BASED PRODUCTS U S COAST GUARD MAXIMUM CAPACITIES THIS BOAT COMPLIES WITH U S COAST GUARD SAFETY STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF CERTIFICATION MANUFACTURER MODEL WELLCRAFT MARINE S...

Page 107: ...STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF CERTIFICATION MANUFACTURER MODEL WELLCRAFT MARINE SARASOTA FL 34243 X PERSONS OR XXX LBS XXXX LBS PERSONS MOTOR GEAR XXX H P MOTOR TYPICAL CAPACITY PLATE ACTUAL CAPA...

Page 108: ...GR RESPONSIBLE FOR PRODUCTION CONTROL LOAD AND H P CAPACITY LEVEL FLOTATION STEERING FUEL AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS COMPARTMENT VENTILATION NAVIGATION LIGHTS MANEUVERABILITY CERTIFIED NATIONAL MARINE MAN...

Page 109: ...LINE BENZENE OR LACQUER THINNER 2601 1183 U S COAST GUARD MAXIMUM CAPACITIES THIS BOAT COMPLIES WITH U S COAST GUARD SAFETY STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF CERTIFICATION MANUFACTURER MODEL WELLCRAF...

Page 110: ...TANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF CERTIFICATION MANUFACTURER MODEL WELLCRAFT MARINE SARASOTA FL 34243 X PERSONS OR XXX LBS XXXX LBS PERSONS MOTOR GEAR XXX H P MOTOR TYPICAL CAPACITY PLATE ACTUAL CAPAC...

Page 111: ...ERSONS MOTOR GEAR XXX H P MOTOR TYPICAL CAPACITY PLATE ACTUAL CAPACITY SHOWN ON BOAT AND VARIES BY MODEL DESIGN COMPLIANCE WITH NMMA REQUIREMENTS BELOW IS VERIFIED MFGR RESPONSIBLE FOR PRODUCTION CONT...

Page 112: ...SARASOTA FL 34243 X PERSONS OR XXX LBS XXXX LBS PERSONS MOTOR GEAR XXX H P MOTOR TYPICAL CAPACITY PLATE ACTUAL CAPACITY SHOWN ON BOAT AND VARIES BY MODEL DESIGN COMPLIANCE WITH NMMA REQUIREMENTS BELO...

Page 113: ...T GUARD SAFETY STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF CERTIFICATION MANUFACTURER MODEL WELLCRAFT MARINE SARASOTA FL 34243 X PERSONS OR XXX LBS XXXX LBS PERSONS MOTOR GEAR XXX H P MOTOR TYPICAL CAPACITY PL...

Page 114: ...HINNER OR ANY PETROLEUM BASED PRODUCTS U S COAST GUARD MAXIMUM CAPACITIES THIS BOAT COMPLIES WITH U S COAST GUARD SAFETY STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF CERTIFICATION MANUFACTURER MODEL WELLCRAFT M...

Page 115: ...RD SAFETY STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF CERTIFICATION MANUFACTURER MODEL WELLCRAFT MARINE SARASOTA FL 34243 X PERSONS OR XXX LBS XXXX LBS PERSONS MOTOR GEAR XXX H P MOTOR TYPICAL CAPACITY PLATE A...

Page 116: ...TE ACTUAL CAPACITY SHOWN ON BOAT AND VARIES BY MODEL DESIGN COMPLIANCE WITH NMMA REQUIREMENTS BELOW IS VERIFIED MFGR RESPONSIBLE FOR PRODUCTION CONTROL LOAD AND H P CAPACITY LEVEL FLOTATION STEERING F...

Page 117: ...ODEL WELLCRAFT MARINE SARASOTA FL 34243 X PERSONS OR XXX LBS XXXX LBS PERSONS MOTOR GEAR XXX H P MOTOR TYPICAL CAPACITY PLATE ACTUAL CAPACITY SHOWN ON BOAT AND VARIES BY MODEL DESIGN COMPLIANCE WITH N...

Page 118: ...ZONE OF THE UNITED STATES IF SUCH DISCHARGE CAUSES A FILM OR SHEEN UPON OR DISCOLORATION OF THE SURFACE OF THE WATER OR CAUSES A SLUDGE OR EMULSION BENEATH THE SURFACE OF THE WATER DISCHARGE OF OIL P...

Page 119: ...UM BASED PRODUCTS THE FEDERAL WATER POLLUTION CONTROL ACT PROHIBITS THE DISCHARGE OF OIL OR OILY WASTE INTO OR UPON THE NAVIGABLE WATERS AND CONTIGUOUS ZONE OF THE UNITED STATES IF SUCH DISCHARGE CAUS...

Page 120: ...BASED PRODUCTS THE FEDERAL WATER POLLUTION CONTROL ACT PROHIBITS THE DISCHARGE OF OIL OR OILY WASTE INTO OR UPON THE NAVIGABLE WATERS AND CONTIGUOUS ZONE OF THE UNITED STATES IF SUCH DISCHARGE CAUSES...

Page 121: ...OUS ZONE OF THE UNITED STATES IF SUCH DISCHARGE CAUSES A FILM OR SHEEN UPON OR DISCOLORATION OF THE SURFACE OF THE WATER OR CAUSES A SLUDGE OR EMULSION BENEATH THE SURFACE OF THE WATER DISCHARGE OF OI...

Page 122: ...FILL FOR WATER ONLY NOTICE BLUE THE FEDERAL WATER POLLUTION CONTROL ACT PROHIBITS THE DISCHARGE OF OIL OR OILY WASTE INTO OR UPON THE NAVIGABLE WATERS AND CONTIGUOUS ZONE OF THE UNITED STATES IF SUCH...

Page 123: ...The w eight on the trailer should be evenly distributed and can be check ed by determining the tongue w eight Tongue weight is a percentage of the total weight of the loaded trailer on its tongue Ide...

Page 124: ...hat the roller s or bunks displace a large amount of hull surface and the boat and equipment distribute e venly on the trailer 2 Make sure your boat is proper ly tied down and a safety chain is used 3...

Page 125: ...aration includes 1 Checking that the bilge drain plug is in place 2 Removing any trailering tie downs from the boat 3 Attaching the docking lines and fender s 4 Disconnecting the trailer lights from t...

Page 126: ...onto the trailer 1 Back the trailer into the w ater 2 When the trailer is in se veral inches of water STOP the towing vehicle Leave manual transmission in gear or place automatic transmission in par k...

Page 127: ...hat all other required equipment is on board Examples include mooring lines anchor and line tool kit first aid kit etc Open engine compartment Inspect for fuel odors and visible leaks in the fuel oil...

Page 128: ...e fuel fill plate to guard against static produced spar ks 4 Stand away from the fuel tank vent and gas fill during fueling Splashback ma y occur and can be an e ye irritant and or a fire hazard 5 Avo...

Page 129: ...ity plate does not relie ve the boat operator from the responsibility of using common sense or sound judgment Turbulent waters and adver se weather conditions will reduce the maximum load capacity rat...

Page 130: ...for only a second or two MANEUVERING When all your pre depar ture checks ha ve been completed and the engine has w armed up you will be ready to lea ve the dock Take into account the amount of wind t...

Page 131: ...never had your boat on plane before choose a calm da y for your fir st on plane experi ence Never boat be yond your ability and experience Before bringing your boat on plane check the entire area to...

Page 132: ...it and experiment with the trim tabs After you get your boat onto plane set the tabs in various positions and note how your boat reacts This will give you a feel for how the trim tabs wor k It is pos...

Page 133: ...trim out slightly to obtain the proper bow attitude and engine speed 6 Trim also affects propeller selection and fuel efficiency All models should be propped to be in the upper half of the maximum RP...

Page 134: ...he depth of w ater Your anchor line should be 6 to 7 times the depth of w ater anchored in F or example if you are in 20 feet of w ater use 120 to 140 feet of anchor line DROPPING ANCHOR 1 Have a cre...

Page 135: ...on gath ering equipment There is no substitute for a strong understanding of what action to tak e when the w eather takes a tur n for the wor se Many marinas fly w eather signals Y ou should learn to...

Page 136: ...e your dealer as soon as possi ble as sand ingested in the engine cooling system can cause major engine damage WARNING MARKERS It is a good idea to find out about hazardous areas and how the y are mar...

Page 137: ...st Guard VHF Channel 16 or other rescue authorities immediately 3 Prepare to assist the other vessel unless your passenger s and or boat are in danger 4 If the bow of the other boat penetrated your bo...

Page 138: ...connections If a temporary repair is made retur n to por t at the slowest steerable speed and be prepared to take emergency action should the temporar y repair fail also Ha ve your dealer mak e repair...

Page 139: ...to keep it in position Mooring lines must be long enough to secure your boat in an y docking situa tion For example the length of the lines for a 16 foot runabout should be at least 15 feet An eye sp...

Page 140: ...r troubleshooting the electrical system Here is the color code system RED wire is used for the positive side of the battery in DC systems on wires that go to fuses or circuit break ers to distribution...

Page 141: ...d 4 3 Red Wht P ower Seat Down Down 4 4 Red Y el P ower Seat Fwd F orward 4 5 Y el Red P ower Seat Up Up 5 1 Red Wht Hatch Engine Up Up 5 2 Y el Blk Hatch Engine Down Down 6 Blu Wht Stereo Remote Swit...

Page 142: ...Cour tesy Cour tesy 50 Y el Blk Hor n 51 Red Receptacle 12 VDC 12 VDC Outlets 52 Blu Lights Step Step 53 Blu Red Wiper P ark P ark Circuit 54 Pnk Blk Engine Cutoff Circuit 55 Br n Blu Pump F resh Wate...

Page 143: ...h 99 Red Downrigger s P ower Feed 100 101 102 103 Y el Wht Generator Exhaust High T emp Exhaust High T emp 104 105 Coax TV System A B Switch to Fwd TV A B Switch to Fwd TV 106 Coax TV System A B Switc...

Page 144: ...the first junction to the fir st light will be 41 1 From the first junction to the second light will be 41 2 AC Wire Number System Wire Function 01AC Not Used 02AC Not Used 03AC Not Used 04AC W ater...

Page 145: ...g when not in use and espe cially while the boat is unattended While in the OFF setting only the automatic bilge pump and stereo presets are supplied with DC pow er All other electrical items are OFF...

Page 146: ...board WINDLASS Operates your boat s power wind lass if so equipped 3 position toggle switch defaults to neutral center position CABIN LIGHTING The lights in your boat s cabin are par t of the 12V DC p...

Page 147: ...amp indicator in the main electrical panel indicates the amperage dra w If a circuit overloads turning off one or more accessories may be necessar y while you operate another GENERATOR The optional o...

Page 148: ...lubricating oil and engine cooling w ater to car ry heat away from combustion chamber GFCI OUTLET An AC outlet in the galle y or head compar tment has been equipped with ground fault circuit interrup...

Page 149: ...position recharge batter y Check 12V connections Tighten or repair as needed Change batter y selector switch position recharge batter y Replace bulb TROUBLESHOOTING CHART DC ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM...

Page 150: ...ll lines for a leak and repair IMPORTANT Operate the fresh w ater pump only when there is w ater in the tank Running the pump dry will damage the impeller The pump will not automatically tur n off whe...

Page 151: ...your dealer if you have a question To connect dockside w ater 1 Turn the FRESH WATER PUMP switch off 2 Remove the threaded plug from the female swivel hose connector of the w ater inlet fit ting Be su...

Page 152: ...ter pressure at one sink Raw water pump not pumping water CAUSE Water tank empty Leak in water system F R E S H WAT E R P U M P breaker off Water tank empty Blocked or pinched w ater lines Loose elect...

Page 153: ...sure all guests under stand the operation of the V acuFlush system and that the instr uc tion label is in plain sight and easy to read Refer to your V acuFlush manual for more infor mation on the ope...

Page 154: ...ve occasional debris Figure 4 2 Periodic inspection and remo val of debris is essential for effective operation but the frequency will vary depending on the amount of use and local conditions RAW WATE...

Page 155: ...applied in na vigational connections Keep this card at the helm at all times HORN A horn has been installed on your boat Flip the switch mar ked HORN to operate the hor n FUEL SYSTEM Your boat s fuel...

Page 156: ...tions and w arns you when to check your engine When the CHECK ENGINE indicator lights you should ha ve your engine checked by your dealer When the LO W OIL indicator lights the oil le vel in the oil r...

Page 157: ...2 Check the sea strainer next to the seacock Clean it if necessar y to assure a steady flow of water to the unit 3 Set the ther mostat to the temperature desired IMPORTANT Be sure to close air condit...

Page 158: ...ealer if you require additional information Do not exceed engine manufacturer s recommendations SPEEDOMETER The speedometer measures boat speed in miles per hour MPH The accuracy of this instrument de...

Page 159: ...atings An oscillating voltmeter reading may indicate loose belts or loose electrical con nections POWER TRIM GAUGE The power trim gauge indicates the relative posi tion of the drive unit Read gauge ca...

Page 160: ...a throttle for the engine Figure 5 2 shows a single engine con sole mount control T o shift mo ve the lever into the first 15 of travel Advance the le ver beyond 15 to move from shifting range to thro...

Page 161: ...the gear shift le ver to control the for ward and aft mo vement of the boat Mo ving the throttle forward from the neutral position engages the shifting mechanism causing the boat to mo ve forward Con...

Page 162: ...the w ater On twin engine boats the motor s should alw ays be trimmed together To trim the bow of the boat up press the trim switch es in the direction mar ked UP Moving the bow up will increase top...

Page 163: ...be a voided Do not place the slings where the y may lift on underw a ter fittings Never hoist the boat with more than a minimal amount of w ater in the bilge Fuel and w ater tanks should preferably be...

Page 164: ...GINE SYSTEMS COMPONENTS ENGINE AND OUTDRIVE Have your dealer prepare the engine and out drive for winter storage Your dealer will ser vice the cooling system as par t of the engine winteri zation Spec...

Page 165: ...ion Drain livewell by removing standpipe Locate the hose that connects the ra w water pump with the ra w water through hull pickup fitting and close seacock Disconnect hose at the point that it con ne...

Page 166: ...TRAILER Loosen all tie downs to relie ve the stress on the hull Place blocks under the axles to k eep tires off the ground Re pack the trailer wheel bearings W ater may be trapped inside the bearings...

Page 167: ...til all antifreeze is flushed out and the w ater runs clear then close faucets F ill the freshw ater tank until full then check the entire system for water leaks Launch the boat and star t the engine...

Page 168: ...evels in batteries and clean ter minals with a wire br ush if cor roded Inspect zinc anodes for deterioration and replace if 50 or more of the anode is dete riorated Inspect the steering for looseness...

Page 169: ...ll below the w aterline will lessen the possibil ity of blistering The application of blister guard will decrease the maximum speed of your boat Proper application is essential contact your dealer or...

Page 170: ...iolet and infrared NOTE Before using a par ticular cleaning solu tion or method for cleaning it is a good idea to test the material to be cleaned in a hidden or inconspicuous area for possible adver s...

Page 171: ...400 to 600 grade Wax paper piece big enough to co ver repair For minor repair s follow this procedure 1 Clean the area to be repaired and clear it of wax and oil 2 Thoroughly clean out nicks chips and...

Page 172: ...to k eep it clean and odor free Spra y with L ysol or other disinfec tant to pre vent the build up of milde w WINDSHIELDS AND WINDOWS Safety glass windows and windshields ma y be cleaned just like tho...

Page 173: ...nt to pre vent mildew CARE 1 Care for vin yl coated canvas as you would vinyl upholster y 2 Lubricate zippers with paraffin and snaps with petroleum jelly 3 If a leak occur s along a can vas seam r ub...

Page 174: ...n anchor Aye Yes while aboard a boat or ship Means I understand Bail Bale To remove water from a boat b y pump or bailer Ballast Heavy material such as iron lead or stone placed in the bottom of the v...

Page 175: ...hod of planking in which the low er edge of each strak e overlaps the upper edge of the strak e next below Also called lapstrake Coaming A raised edge as around par t or all of a cockpit that pre vent...

Page 176: ...o the highest continuous deck Freeboard The vertical distance measured on a boat s side from the w aterline to the gunw ale Galley The kitchen area of a boat Gimbals Swivels used to k eep equipment le...

Page 177: ...ow ard the side LOA Length over all the maximum length of a vessel s hull excluding projecting spar s or rudder Locker A storage place a closet Log A record or diar y of a vessel s journey Lubber s Li...

Page 178: ...rivileged Vessel Former term for the vessel with the right of way Propeller Wheel or scre w Mechanism that pushes water aft to propel the boat Rigging The general ter m for all lines ropes of a vessel...

Page 179: ...s a means of transpor tation on water Wake Moving waves created b y vessel motion Track or path that a boat lea ves behind it when moving across the w ater Wash The loose or brok en water left behind...

Page 180: ...nc 1651 Whitfield Avenue Sarasota FL 34243 For a complete list of standard and optional features and equipment consult your local Wellcraft dealer Due to a policy of continual product improvement spec...

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