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HEWES 18 REDFISHER

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Dear New Boat Owner,
 

Welcome to the Hewes Family!

 

Thank  you for  choosing a Hewes  boat  to transport  you to 

your  angling dreams.  We  believe the  Hewes 18 Redfisher  is the 
best backcountry boat on the market, and we’re sure that you’ll be 
completely  satisfied with the unmatched performance, quality  and 
fishability of your new boat.
 

We  value  your  input,  not  just  at  the  time  of  the  sale,  but 

throughout  the  entire  boat  ownership  period,  and  we’ve  taken 
steps to allow you to share that information. Over the next year or 
so,  you  will  receive  at  least  two  questionnaires  to  fill  out  and 
return.
 

Be  sure  to  visit  our  website 

www.hewes.com

  to  find 

information  on  company  events  like  our  Owner’s  Tournaments 
and Corporate Calendar. You’ll find a wealth of information on our 
Forum, where you can ask questions, get answers and join other 
Hewes  owners  to  discuss  all  applications   of  your  boat.  We’re 
proud to have you as a member of the Hewes family!
 

Tight lines and screaming drags!
D. Scott Deal

Summary of Contents for 18 Redfisher

Page 1: ...with the unmatched performance quality and fishability of your new boat We value your input not just at the time of the sale but throughout the entire boat ownership period and we ve taken steps to a...

Page 2: ...APACITIES 4 PERSONS OR 550 LBS Maintenance and Cleaning 3 Engine Stop Switch 4 Fuel Water Separators 5 Garboard Drain Plug 5 Gauges 6 Switch Panel 6 Boat Layout 7 Ditty Bag 7 Aluminum Plate Locations...

Page 3: ...g information is general in nature and should not be considered a repair manual or guidelines set forth by Maverick Boat Company Cleaning Each Hewes boat is constructed using the finest materials and...

Page 4: ...d or unattended operation Certain emergency conditions e g turbulent water wakes unanticipated movement may impair a person s ability to operate the craft safely The switch located on the helm must ha...

Page 5: ...thorized Hewes dealer for replacement parts Maintenance Note In addition the fuel separator should be changed as part of routine maintenance at 20 50 and 100 hour checks Garboard Drain Plug The garboa...

Page 6: ...e specifics of your Yamaha gauges see your Yamaha owner s manual Switch Panel The dual activation switches are set in a standard grid These switches can be flipped either up or down to control differe...

Page 7: ...l Key 2 Glove Box Keys 1 Yamaha Various Product Manuals Hewes 18 Redfisher Boat Layout Your Hewes is designed to create the maximum amount of storage capacity without affecting fishing ability Livewel...

Page 8: ...9 t h S t F o r t P i e r c e F l o r i d a 3 4 9 4 6 7 7 2 4 6 5 0 6 3 1 o r 8 8 8 s h a l l o w F a x 7 7 2 4 8 9 2 1 6 8 BACKING PLATES Backing Plates The diagram below shows all the screw retentio...

Page 9: ...rolling motor wiring system A trolling motor mounting plate was built into the bow of your Hewes during the manufacturing process To attach a trolling motor please go to your nearest Hewes dealer All...

Page 10: ...e and function as an emergency shutoff To tell which position a ball valve is in open or closed look at the valve and determine the direction of flow When the ball valve handle is in the same position...

Page 11: ...the water and see your local Hewes dealer to have the bilge area inspected for possible leaks Fuel leaks also require immediate attention Be sure to check for fuel leaks frequently and repair any pro...

Page 12: ...e For instance a prop with a smaller pitch will increase speed out of the hole jumping onto plane but will produce a decreased overall speed compared to a prop with a larger pitch Four bladed props ma...

Page 13: ...vent on the port side of the boat just below the fuel receptacle We regularly pressure test each fuel system when it is initially received at the factory and when it leaves the factory as a component...

Page 14: ...off valve turned to the off position at a 90 degree angle To start using your livewell turn the shut off valve counterclockwise so that it is in line with the pipe to open the system to water flow Thi...

Page 15: ...eshoot any electrical problems or add additional electronics or electrical connections We recommend you use a trained marine electrician for all electrical issues Inside the console on the starboard s...

Page 16: ...inline fuse On a single battery system the battery is wired to the number 1 side of the switch A dealer installed option would be a Dual Battery Setup On the dual battery setup one battery is wired to...

Page 17: ...a x 7 7 2 4 8 9 2 1 6 8 OPTIONAL FEATURES Command Link Gauges Command Link gauges are an option for the 18 Redfisher and are an upgrade from the standard digital gauges Command Link gauges allow acces...

Page 18: ...arboard trim tab lowers the stern on the starboard side and lifts the port bow Use the tabs to adjust the attitude of the boat so that it sits evenly and to raise or lower the bow to control running p...

Page 19: ...f tailing redfish the power pole will stop the boat quickly and easily Please refer to the Power Pole owner s manual for operational and mechanical information The Redfisher comes with an 8 aluminum b...

Page 20: ...warranty issues Hewes is fortunate to have an outstanding dealer network selling and servicing our boats Our dealers are knowledgeable in service and repairs for all our boat models and have extensiv...

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