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2009

26 XP Pilot

Owner’s Manual

Specifications subject to change without notice. Actual boats may vary from drawings and/or photos.

Summary of Contents for 2009 26 Express

Page 1: ...t Owner s Manual Specifications subject to change without notice Actual boats may vary from drawings and or photos Copyright 2005 Pro Line Boats Inc PO Box 1348 Crystal River FL 34423 All rights reser...

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Page 3: ...tions 8 Rules of the Road 8 Alcohol 9 Controls Throttle and Shift Controls 10 Ignition Binnacle Forward Neutral and Reverse Gear Operation 10 Key Switch Alarm 10 Lanyard Stop Switch 10 Shift Throttle...

Page 4: ...r Bulbs 22 Fuel Sender and Fuel Pick Ups 22 Oil Tank and Fill 22 Fuel Oil Leaks 23 Sea Water System 23 Bilge Pumps 23 Baitwell Tub 24 Baitwell Pump 24 Washdown Pump 24 Fish Boxes with Macerator Pump 2...

Page 5: ...ing the Engines 37 Fueling 37 Before Fueling 37 While Fueling 38 After Fueling 38 Loading 38 Service and Care Fiberglass and Gelcoat 39 Epoxy Barrier Coat and Bottom Paint 39 Graphics 40 Gunwale Trim...

Page 6: ...on 48 Trouble Shooting Chart 49 While we endeavor to be as accurate as possible certain changes in standard equipment options and the like may have occurred which would not be included in the Owner s...

Page 7: ...you must make sure that whatever action you take is safe for you your passengers and others on the water Always use common sense when boating Specifications Length Overall LOA 26 4 Maximum Horsepower...

Page 8: ...feet in length It is up to the operator s discretion to determine a safe load These yacht standards are based on Standards and Recommended Practices for Small Craft published by the ABYC 3069 Solomon...

Page 9: ...ership using their facilities equipment personnel and or sublet repair facilities Note There are items that are not covered by the Pro Line Boats Limited Warranty including but not limited to the foll...

Page 10: ...of mind knowing that their pre owned boat comes with the same structural hull warranty protection that was afforded to the original owner 4...

Page 11: ...hrobbing temples inability to think coherently ringing in the ears tightness across the chest headaches drowsiness nausea dizziness fatigue vomiting collapse and convulsions Do not stand or swim near...

Page 12: ...s exhaust CO from the boat docked next to you can be just as deadly Station wagon effect or back drafting At slow speeds while idling or stopped Be aware that CO can remain in or around your boat at d...

Page 13: ...proved fire extinguisher on board at all times Inspect the fire extinguisher regularly learn how to use it properly and instruct others as well Use water to fight a fire as a last resort after making...

Page 14: ...location when underway and knows to keep the boat balanced At least one other person knows how to operate the boat in case of an emergency Your passengers are aware of propeller dangers and the possib...

Page 15: ...ces intention with horn blast s and waits for a response then completes maneuver When approaching head on both boats give way after giving appropriate horn blast s preferably to starboard When crossin...

Page 16: ...actually a warning alarm that will go off in the unlikely event that an overheating problem occurs with the engine To check the key switch alarm turn the ignition key to the right but do not start the...

Page 17: ...ed by your engine manufacturer After every 24 hours of operation check all nuts caps and hose fittings for tightness Make sure the hoses are not chafing or kinking on sharp corners Also check that hos...

Page 18: ...the starboard trim tab switch is being pressed down the port trim tab should be going down Repeat the same process for the opposite side While underway and in open water clear of other boaters depress...

Page 19: ...ress the windlass toggle switch to the down position to release the anchor and line After dropping the anchor be sure to tie the line off at one of the cleats If you do not tie off at a cleat the cons...

Page 20: ...the air conditioner unit Ensure that the seacock seawater intake ball valve is open The seacock is open when the seacock lever is in the horizontal position Turn the mode control knob to off Turn on...

Page 21: ...esets and then trips again after the device is turned back on then a short circuit exists or your device may be damaged overloaded or faulty Correct the problem and then reset the breaker If the break...

Page 22: ...or forward position activates the bilge pump Depressing the applicable bilge pump switch Forward Bilge 1 or Aft Bilge to the up or forward position activates the corresponding bilge pump Depressing th...

Page 23: ...This 5 amp accessory switch can be used for additional dealer installed accessories Please check the amp rating of any new component and or additional accessory before installation Battery Switch for...

Page 24: ...of the boat The red light is installed on the port side and the green light is installed on the starboard side The U S Coast Guard requires that the anchor light be installed at the highest point on...

Page 25: ...mpass manufacturer s instructions and or recommendations Full Instrumentation Gauges Digital All gauges are installed on the console but the configuration and specific location of your gauges will var...

Page 26: ...blems including marine sewage from boats in navigable U S waters including coastal waters up to three miles offshore The law further provides for no discharge by boats operated in enclosed lakes and r...

Page 27: ...cted of heavy gauge aluminum with internal baffling to minimize sloshing The fuel tank is located under the deck and is secured between the stringers and bulkheads Located below the access pie install...

Page 28: ...tance develops and the fuel pump will not prime you may be out of fuel the primer bulb may be defective or a leak may have developed allowing air into the system Primer bulbs if applicable are located...

Page 29: ...icable bilge pump switch to the on or forward position When the bilge pump switch is in the on position the switch light should be illuminated To see if the bilge pump is operating open the hatch over...

Page 30: ...he hose on the lower port feeds raw water to the washdown pump To operate the baitwell pump locate the baitwell switch on the console and press the switch to the forward position to turn on the pump B...

Page 31: ...umped out of the tubs and then overboard via the fish box thru hulls on the side of the boat When you are finished emptying the fish boxes place the fish box switch in the aft position to turn off the...

Page 32: ...hower Cabin Sink The cabin sink and countertop are made of the same gelcoat covered fiberglass that is used in the construction of the deck and hull of the boat For information on keeping the sink and...

Page 33: ...lift the hatch and pull the door open Use the black strap and snap to secure the door when it is open To close the door slide the door back into place and replace the hatch Then twist the latch to th...

Page 34: ...top forward edge of the console for access to the backside of the console or dash panel Cabin sink drain behind the panel below cabin sink Fresh water pump Fresh water tank Bilge pump Washdown pump B...

Page 35: ...constructed of white powder coated aluminum and tempered glass and is vented on both sides Each of the side vent windows will open to allow air circulation To open the side vent windows Pull the latc...

Page 36: ...the bottom of the window When finished close the window rotate each of the star nuts back into place and turn the star nuts in a clockwise direction to secure the window There is a black plastic cylin...

Page 37: ...Forward bilge pump Cabin sink Air conditioner pump out optional Top Thru Hull Fish box macerator pump Bottom Row Left to Right Port Aft Center Deck Drains Starboard Side Top Row Left to Right Baitwell...

Page 38: ...the fiberglass construction of the deck and hull and includes a stainless steel ladder on the port side of the transom An optional dive ladder single engine installations only can be installed on the...

Page 39: ...b slowly toward the off position from the on position can regulate the size of the flame How to extinguish Turn the ignition knob clockwise to the off position The flame is automatically put out and t...

Page 40: ...Cabin interiors for boats built later in the 2009 model year are outfitted in your choice of Kioske Milky Way or Riddle Geometric Spice Cosmic Caribbean 34...

Page 41: ...your seat cushions cabin interior and the optional cockpit bolsters Electronics Optional Based upon the availability from our vendors this equipment changes from time to time Therefore we request that...

Page 42: ...speed and economy due to increased drag of hull and drive More spray over bow General trim up or out characteristics are Raises the bow of the boat out of the water resulting in less hull in the water...

Page 43: ...ructions or swimmers Make sure that the engine cooling water intakes are submerged Lock the helm seat to face straight forward Attach the safety stop switch lanyard Starting the Engines Start the engi...

Page 44: ...rmance and increase fuel consumption The load positioning greatly affects the performance of your boat If excessive weight is placed too far aft the boat may have difficulty getting on plane and may r...

Page 45: ...er buff with Mirror Glaze No 1 Then follow up with a good waxing Caution When power buffing use care not to leave swirl marks or burn the surface You may want to leave power buffing to a professional...

Page 46: ...that a qualified professional do this process While barrier coating and bottom painting are the best preventative to blisters caused by the environment this is in no way a guarantee that they will not...

Page 47: ...a soft towel or sponge using lots of soap and water Remove all dried salt crystals and other contaminates Rinse completely with direct water pressure Clean and rinse it well Wash it often enough to k...

Page 48: ...Doors The doors are made of a strong poly i e starboard material To clean the poly doors rinse with fresh water to remove as much grime as possible Then wash with a mild dish cleaning soap and warm wa...

Page 49: ...lorine bleach soap mixture for spot cleaning of mildew roof run off or other similar stains Prepare a special cleaning mixture Four ounces half cup of chlorine bleach Two ounces one fourth cup of mild...

Page 50: ...n be cleaned using warm soapy water and a clear water rinse Moderate scrubbing with a medium bristle brush will help to loosen soiling material from the depressions of embossed surfaces For stubborn s...

Page 51: ...t Check all thru hull fittings and hoses for obstructions water tightness and condition Test all lights for proper operation Check wiring terminal blocks and plugs for loose connections and corrosion...

Page 52: ...sure to read the manufacturer s information carefully before using Woody Wax products on any component on your boat For more information regarding this product visit their website at www woody wax co...

Page 53: ...t hoses for burned cracked or deteriorated sections All rubber hoses should be pliable and free of kinks Clean the bilge and all bilge components with a mixture of bleach and water Then follow up by m...

Page 54: ...Vertical Clearance Hull Deck Interior Warranty Registration Date Fuel Capacity Gallons Ignition Key Cabin Head Door Key Other Key Radio Call Letters Bat Engine Make Model HP Port Engine S N Port Drive...

Page 55: ...ive unit Entangled in lines or weeds Anchor is down Prop cavitates Trim out too far Motor is too high Weeds on prop Bow heavy damage to hull Prop is damaged Excessive vibration Propeller engine or dri...

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