Wellcraft 180 Sportsman, Owner'S Manual

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7.3 Cockpit
General
The hatches in the cockpit sole deck are secured with
twist latches and flush mounted handles that store flush
in the hatch. Automatic push to close latches or draw
latches secure other cockpit hatches in the closed
position.
Some hatch latch handles must be rotated to the correct
position to store flush. Other hatches require firm down
pressure to secure the push to close latches. Always
make sure the hatches are secured with the latches and
that the handles are in the flush position before
operating the boat above idle speed.
180 Fisherman Fwd Storage Compartment
Forward Fishboxes/Storage Compartments
There are compartments located in the bow of the boat.
Each hatch is equipped with a draw latch to secure the
hatch in the closed position. The compartment is
insulated and can be used for dunnage and as a
fishbox/cooler.
202/212 Fisherman Fwd Storage and Fishbox
The compartments drain overboard to a thru-hull fitting
in the hull. Always make sure the hatches are closed and
properly secured with the draw latches before operating
the boat.
Helm and Console
180 Sportsman Fwd Storage
The tilt helm, engine controls, engine instruments and
switches for exterior equipment and navigation lights are
located on the helm station at the rear of the console.
The console is also equipped with a windshield, cup
holders and a grab rail that provides a hand hold for
passengers at the helm and as they move about the
cockpit.
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