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280 Series Express Fisherman

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EXPRESS FISHERMAN

Print Date 3/2004

Albemarle Boats
140 Midway Dr.
P.O. Box 349
Edenton, NC 27932

OWNER’S MANUAL

Summary of Contents for 280 EXPRESS FISHERMAN

Page 1: ...1 280 Series Express Fisherman 280 282 285 EXPRESS FISHERMAN Print Date 3 2004 Albemarle Boats 140 Midway Dr P O Box 349 Edenton NC 27932 OWNER S MANUAL...

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Page 3: ...E PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH HAZARDS OR UNSAFE PRACTICES WHICH COULD RESULT IN MINOR PERSONAL INJURY OR PRODUCT AND PROPERTY DAMAGE All instructions given in this book are as seen from the stern looking...

Page 4: ...MODEL STARBOARD SERIAL PROPELLERS MAKE MODEL KILOWATTS MAKE DIAMETER PITCH SERIAL RATIO ENGINES BLADES SHAFT BOAT Albemarle reserves the right to make changes and improvements in equipment design and...

Page 5: ...Sheltered Waters Weight and Maximum Capacities Unladen Weight Kilograms Pounds Maximum Load Weight Kilograms Pounds Number of People Maximum Rated Engine Horsepower Kilowatts Horsepower Certifications...

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Page 7: ...his information will be important for you and service personnel to know if and when you may need service or technical information The boat warranty registration requires the Hull Identifica tion Numbe...

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Page 9: ...RE All warranty claims must be submitted within 30 days of warranty work All warranty is reviewed monthly When a warranty problem is recurring we take steps to immediately correct the problem giving y...

Page 10: ...FER This warranty may be transferred Completion of the Warranty Transfer Form and a fee of 100 00 must be submitted to activate the warranty for any other person other that the original owner OTHER LI...

Page 11: ...an accident If you need additional information regarding accident reporting please call the Boating Safety Hotline 800 368 5647 Education If you are not an experienced boater we recommend that the bo...

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Page 13: ...2 Engine Throttle and Shift Controls 25 2 3 Engine Synchronizer Optional 26 2 4 Neutral Safety Switch 26 2 5 Outdrive Power Tilt and Trim 27 2 6 Steering System 27 2 7 Trim Tabs 27 2 8 Control Systems...

Page 14: ...ditioning 52 6 5 Raw Water System Maintenance 52 Chapter 7 DRAINAGE SYSTEMS 7 1 General 55 7 2 Hardtop and Tower Drains Optional 55 7 3 Bilge Drainage 55 7 4 Cockpit and Deck Drains 56 7 5 Cabin Drain...

Page 15: ...arning Labels 80 Chapter 12 OPERATION 12 1 General 81 12 2 Rules of the Road 81 12 3 Pre Cruise Check 83 12 4 Operating Your Boat 84 12 5 Docking Anchoring and Mooring 85 12 6 Controls Steering or Pro...

Page 16: ...torage 97 14 2 Winterizing 98 14 3 Recommissioning 100 Appendix A SCHEMATICS Appendix B GENERAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE AND LOG 105 Appendix C FLOAT PLAN 111 Appendix D BOATING ACCIDENT REPORT 113 Append...

Page 17: ...1 2 Inboard Drive Systems On inboard propulsion systems all shifting and gearing com ponents are installed inside the hull Only the propellers shafts and associated equipment are under water The engin...

Page 18: ...eal owner s manual for more information on replacing the shaft seal Struts The struts are the metal castings bolted to the bottom of the hull to secure the aft end of the propeller shafts A replaceabl...

Page 19: ...event galvanic corrosion problems The zinc an odes must be monitored and replaced as necessary The zinc anode may not provide an acceptable level of protec tion when a drive is used in freshwater and...

Page 20: ...semble the strainer making sure that all fasteners are tight Open the intake valve Start the engine and inspect the strainer for leaks SHOULD AN ENGINE INTAKE EXHAUST OR COOLING HOSE RUPTURE TURN OFF...

Page 21: ...rsible pump is controlled by a switch near the valves In one direction it will pump oil out of the en gines In the other direction it will pump fresh oil into the engines Draining Oil from Engine s Pl...

Page 22: ...mber stamped on the prop The 1st number in the sequence example 14 x 21 is the diameter of the propeller and the 2nd number is the pitch Pitch is the theoretical distance traveled by the propeller in...

Page 23: ...PERIODS CAN REDUCE THE LIFE OF THE ENGINE Temperature Gauge The temperature gauge indicates the temperature of the en gine cooling system A sudden increase in the temperature could signal a blocked c...

Page 24: ...m is equipped with an audible high water alarm sys tem The alarm will sound if water in the bilge rises high enough to activate the alarm float switch The automatic float switch for the alarm is mount...

Page 25: ...the throttle levers During most operations of a twin engine boat it is advanta geous for both engines to be operated at the same RPM This reduces noise and vibration and can increase engine efficiency...

Page 26: ...and disengagement of the system that must be performed in the proper sequence Note The engine synchronizer manufacturer provides an owner s manual with its product It is extremely important that you r...

Page 27: ...r steering system damage may require the rudders to be realigned Dual engine jackshaft powered boats have two outdrives These are coupled together at the tiller arms by a tie bar Outdrive or steering...

Page 28: ...of all moving parts and con nections with a light waterproof grease is in order Failure to do so could lead to steering system failure that would result in loss of control When new or after repairs hy...

Page 29: ...orrosion is the cor rosion process occurring when different metals are submerged in an electrolyte Seawater is an electrolyte and submerged metal components must be properly protected The anodes will...

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Page 31: ...d hull trim angles the fuel supply at the withdrawal tank location can increase or decrease accordingly Be ex tremely careful when attempting to operate the boat when low on fuel Though some fuel may...

Page 32: ...ngine fuel supply The fuel valves are located above the sea strainers on the forward bulkhead in the compartment below the cockpit fishbox The fuel valves al low the operator to run the engines from e...

Page 33: ...di tives Note Do not allow the boat to sit unused for an extended period with the fuel tank less than full Changes in temperature and weather conditions can cause condensation in fuel tanks that are l...

Page 34: ...the fuel filters Check the filters for water before each use and replace the filter cartridge as needed Water is drained from the filters by placing a cup under the filter and draining through the pet...

Page 35: ...securely moored 3 Make sure all passengers leave the boat 4 Estimate how much fuel is needed Note When the fuel tank is full fuel will come out through the fuel vent The fuel vent is located on the s...

Page 36: ...uspended in fuel and water drained from the filters Severe cases of algae will produce a black jelly like substance that quickly clogs the filters and starves the engines for fuel Please contact your...

Page 37: ...s in the engine compartment When the switch is pressed the relay is engaged to connect both engine starting batteries when the switch is released the relay is de activated and the batteries are isolat...

Page 38: ...ng is a description of the accessories controlled by the helm accessory switch panel Main Protects the 12 volt system and panel from an overload It must be activated before the other switches or break...

Page 39: ...en tally activating the windlass and to protect the windlass switch circuit Additional Switch Panels Additional switch panels may be located in various locations in the cabin and helm area of the boat...

Page 40: ...er are oper ating The amp meter will indicate the total amperage or cur rent being drawn through the DC panel It is the total current level of all of the DC equipment in operation at the time A select...

Page 41: ...rward High Water Alarm The forward high water alarm fuse is located near the battery switches and provides protection for the automatic float switch for the forward high water alarm The float switch i...

Page 42: ...d all AC accessory breakers to the OFF position If the dockside outlet includes a discon nect breaker turn it to the OFF position also To avoid strain on the cable make sure it has more slack than the...

Page 43: ...low the DC voltmeter and read the voltage on the volt meter for each battery bank If the batteries are in good condition and charging properly the volt meter will indicate between 12 and 14 5 volts If...

Page 44: ...refer to it for details on the generator operation The generator panel also includes gauges and warning lights that monitor critical engine systems Note Generators consume DC electrical current and ch...

Page 45: ...ng particular attention to portable appli ance cords and plugs Check all below deck wiring to be sure it is properly supported that the insulation is sound and that there are no loose or cor roded ter...

Page 46: ...cooling sys tem lubrication system and the AC alternator Maintenance schedules and procedures are outlined in your generator owner s manual They should be followed exactly CORROSION ALLOWED TO BUILD O...

Page 47: ...ow the pump to run until all of the air is purged from the system and a steady stream of water is flowing from each outlet Next turn off the faucets one by one As the pressure builds the pump will aut...

Page 48: ...TINGTHE WATER HEATER 5 4 Shower Operation To obtain the most consistent temperature open the cold wa ter faucet then gradually open the hot water faucet until the desired temperature is obtained Some...

Page 49: ...installing the cap Remove the filter screens from the faucet spouts and eliminate any accumulation of debris A build up of debris can cause the pump to cycle excessively Periodically spray the pumps a...

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Page 51: ...discharge fitting within 30 seconds If water does not flow the system may have an air lock or debris in the strainer and will automatically shut down Investigate and correct the prob lem then restart...

Page 52: ...en and activate the Livewell switch in helm switch panel When the water level reaches the over flow it will begin to circulate To drain the livewell turn off the livewell pump and pull out the overflo...

Page 53: ...Loosen the fitting for the intake line and remove the line from the strainer Rotate the wing lever on the strainer cap 1 4 turn to release it Remove and clean the screen with freshwater Lubricate the...

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Page 55: ...witch panel All bilge pumps pump water out of thru hulls located above the waterline in the hull The rear bilge pump and automatic switch are located near the transom below the cockpit fishbox and the...

Page 56: ...thru hull fitting in the tran som The livewell and bait prep sink are drained by gravity to thru hull fittings in the hull sides The overflow in the livewell drains into the overboard drains Note The...

Page 57: ...lished by lifting the float switch until the pump is activated You can also use a garden hose to flood the bilge until the water level is high enough to activate the pump Flush all gravity drains with...

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Page 59: ...must be removed to open or close the hatch Port Windows The port windows are secured by twist locks The locks should be adjusted so they are tight enough to seal the windows in the closed position but...

Page 60: ...to increase air flow and maintain proper ventilation whenever the engines are running Under no cir cumstances should the engines be operating with side cur tains closed and the aft or drop curtain ins...

Page 61: ...RATETHE ENGINE COMPARTMENT BLOWER FOR FOUR 4 MINUTES OPEN THE ENGINE ACCESS HATCH INSPECT THE FUEL SYSTEM AND CHECK THE ENGINES FOR THE ODOR OF GASOLINE VAPORS ALWAYS OPERATE THE BLOWER WHILE THE ENGI...

Page 62: ...e exhausted by the blower Frequently check the intake vents for obstructions preferably before each cruise Periodically return the carbon monoxide alarm to the manufacturer for testing and recalibrati...

Page 63: ...A cleat or chain binder is provided on the deck near the pulpit to secure the anchor Al ways make sure the anchor is properly secured when it is in the stored position on the pulpit Anchor Rope Locker...

Page 64: ...and vents There is a standard wind shield wiper on the starboard side and an option for a port wiper Ventilation through the windshield is provide by a manually opened vent panel on each side of the...

Page 65: ...n on the trim tabs Ground Plate A radio ground plate may be installed on the hull below the waterline This plate is designed to increase the ground plane and improve the performance of marine electron...

Page 66: ...st latches secure the hatch when it is closed There is a strap that is normally secured to the rear lift cleat in the fishbox that holds the hatch in the open position The fishbox is drained by a mace...

Page 67: ...the pedestal Remove the safety pin on the cam locks on each side of the helm Release the cam lock lever on the star board side first and slide the lever out of the latch Hold the helm in the closed po...

Page 68: ...and Tower The hardtop and tower consists of a laminated fiberglass top mounted to a welded aluminum frame that is bolted to the deck A molded fiberglass electronics accessory locker is lo cated in the...

Page 69: ...de tracks on each side of the top and attach them to the zippers on the front connector Snap the curtains to the windshield and deck beginning with the forward snaps The side curtains will have to be...

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Page 71: ...e waste deck fitting or be pumped overboard with the op tional macerator discharge pump when legal to do so To operate the macerator discharge pump turn the macerator breaker in the cabin D C panel to...

Page 72: ...breaker panel Please refer to the mi crowave owner s manual for detailed information on the mi crowave oven installed in your boat Refrigerator A dual voltage refrigerator is supplied as standard equi...

Page 73: ...maintenance instructions Note Air conditioners use surface water as a cooling me dium The boat must be in the water and the raw water supply system must be properly activated prior to use Operation wi...

Page 74: ...e removed and properly stowed whenever the boat is run off shore or in heavy sea conditions to prevent damage to the ped estal assembly Daylight and fresh air is provided to this area by an overhead o...

Page 75: ...ines it could be equipped with a display in addition to alarms that monitors RPM oil pressure coolant temperature battery voltage turbo boost pressure transmission temperature transmission pressure fu...

Page 76: ...red meteors or parachute flares PYROTECHNICS ARE UNIVERSALLY RECOGNIZED AS EXCELLENT DISTRESS SIGNALS HOWEVER THERE IS POTENTIAL FOR INJURY AND PROPERTY DAMAGE IF NOT PROPERLY HANDLED THESE DEVICES P...

Page 77: ...ssengers have a life preserver on and go over the side and swim well upwind of the boat This will keep you and your passengers well clear of any burning fuel that could be released and spread on the w...

Page 78: ...mounts of CO and should never be operated while sleeping A slight buildup of carbon monoxide over several hours causes headache nausea and other symptoms that are similar to food poisoning motion sick...

Page 79: ...sistance in obtaining medical advice for treatment of seri ous injuries or illness If you are within VHF range of a Coast Guard Station make the initial contact on channel 16 and fol low their instruc...

Page 80: ...FOR 4 MINUTES OPEN ENGINE HATCH INSPECT ENGINE COMPARTMENT FOR FUMES RUN BLOWER WHEN OPERATING BELOW CRUISE SPEED ALWAYS SECURE CABIN DOORS HATCH WHENEVER VESSEL IS IN MOTION OR IN ROUGH WATER CONDIT...

Page 81: ...itions boat traffic and weather conditions Remember it is the operator s responsibility to use good common sense and sound judgement in loading and oper ating the boat 12 2 Rules of the Road As in dri...

Page 82: ...tay clear of all boats and use good common sense Always be ready to slow down or steer clear of other vessels even if you have the right of way Avoid bright lights that can destroy night vision making...

Page 83: ...fuel filters also should be checked for leaks or corrosion Turn the battery switches on Check the bilge water level Look for other signs of potential problems Monitor for the scent of fuel fumes Test...

Page 84: ...cal laws governing the use of a boat DO NOT OPERATE THE BOAT UNLESS IT IS COMPLETELY ASSEMBLED KEEP ALL FASTENERS TIGHT KEEP ADJUSTMENTS ACCORDINGTO SPECIFICATIONS Always operate the blowers when oper...

Page 85: ...ense for the way your boat handles in a variety of docking scenarios You must be able to foresee the possibilities and have solutions in mind before problems oc cur Approaching a dock or backing into...

Page 86: ...ecured with enough slack to allow the boat to ride the tide The stern lines are crossed One line runs from the port aft boat cleat to the starboard dock cleat and the other line runs from the starboar...

Page 87: ...rol systems for proper operation Plug all leaks or make the necessary repairs to the control systems before proceeding slowly and carefully to port Request assistance if necessary Haul the boat and ma...

Page 88: ...led or cut lines and other unpleasant encounters with other boats Also keep in mind that fishing line wrapped around a propeller shaft can damage the strut bearing 12 11 Man Overboard If someone falls...

Page 89: ...all times when operating a boat from the tower If an engine alarm sounds immediately put the boat in NEUTRAL and shut OFF the engine s if safe to do so until the problem is found and corrected Always...

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Page 91: ...and free of paint and corrosion Never paint over the anode The bonding system should be inspected by a quali fied marine electrician once a year to make sure all connec tions are sound and there is co...

Page 92: ...E METAL PROTECTORS SHOULD NOT BE USED ON TOWER LADDERS STEERING WHEELS AND OTHER AREAS WHERE A GOOD GRIP AND SURE FOOTING IS IMPORTANT Stains can be removed anodized aluminum with a metal pol ish or f...

Page 93: ...eaned up promptly to prevent the possibility of permanent staining When cleaning always rub gently Avoid using prod ucts containing ammonia powdered abrasive cleaners steel wool strong solvents aceton...

Page 94: ...ould be cleaned periodically as ex plained in the previous section Avoid using products contain ing ammonia bleach or harsh chemicals as they can shorten the life of vinyl If you leave the boat for a...

Page 95: ...erator Optional The engine maintenance required on the generator is similar in many ways to the main engines The engine incorporates a pressure type lubrication system and a freshwater cooled en gine...

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Page 97: ...ler Drain water from the freshwater system Consult the engine owner s manual for detailed information on preparing the engines for storage Lifting It is essential that care be used when lifting your b...

Page 98: ...of theAC and DC elec trical systems Coat all faucets and exposed electrical components in the cabin and cockpit with a protecting oil Clean out totally drain and completely dry the fishboxes sinks and...

Page 99: ...he tank through the deck waste pump out fitting After the antifreeze has been added to the holding tank open the overboard dis charge valve and activate the macerator pump until the anti freeze soluti...

Page 100: ...AND IS NOT RECOMMENDED Proper storage is very important to prevent serious damage to the boat If the boat is to be stored indoors make sure the building has enough ventilation It is very important tha...

Page 101: ...engines and all water systems for leaks Operate each system one at a time checking for leaks and proper operation Check the bilge pump manual and automatic switches Check the inboard propeller shaft...

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Page 103: ...103 280 Series Express Fisherman Appendix A SCHEMATICS...

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Page 111: ...ile license Type Trailer License Color and make of auto 7 Persons aboard Name Age Address telephone No 8 Do any of the persons aboard have a medical problem Yes No If yes what 9 Trip Expectations Leav...

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Page 113: ...F WATER LOCATION Give location precisely Lat Long STATE NEAREST CITY OR TOWN COUNTY WEATHER Clear Rain Cloudy Snow Fog Hazy WATER CONDITIONS Calm waves less than 6 Choppy waves 6 to 2 Rough greater th...

Page 114: ...f diagram is needed attach separately Continue on additional sheets if necessary Include any information regarding the involvement of alcohol and or drugs in causing or contributing to the accident In...

Page 115: ...ting at one end shaped to aid in extending one s reach from the side of the boat Bow The front end of a boat s hull Bow Line A line that leads forward from the bow of the boat Bow Rail Knee high rails...

Page 116: ...line to the lowest part of the deck Galley The kitchen of a boat Grab Rail Handhold fittings mounted on cabin tops or sides for personal safety when moving around the boat both on deck and below Groun...

Page 117: ...g column driven into the bottom to which a boat can be tied Pitching The fore and aft rocking motion of a boat as the bow rises and falls Pitch The measure of the angle of a propeller blade Refers to...

Page 118: ...at fills with water from over the side Swimming Ladder Much the same as the boarding ladder except that it extends down into the water Taffrail Rail around the rear of the cockpit Thru hull A fitting...

Page 119: ...ed need repair Weeds or line around the propellers Clean propellers Boat is overloaded Reduce load Check for excessive water in the bilge Pump out bilge then find correct the problem One of the thrott...

Page 120: ...sed a problem and has limited the RPM to protect the engine Find correct the problem The tachometer is bad and needs to be replaced The fuel filter could be dirty Inspect and replace the fuel filter T...

Page 121: ...f the forward facing vents are open allowing carbon monoxide to accumulate in the cockpit and cabin Open the deck hatch windshield vents and side curtains to provide proper ventilation The carbon mono...

Page 122: ...ed Check dis charge hose and clean or repair Discharge hose is sagging below the pump and creating an airlock Reroute hose so it runs uphill from the pump to the thru hull fitting Low voltage to the p...

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