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2010 OWNER'S MANUAL

Summary of Contents for 2009 250 DC

Page 1: ...2010 OWNER S MANUAL ...

Page 2: ...ing the warranty card pro vided by the factory The form is in triplicate with one copy for you the dealer and the factory Keep your copy in a secure place so it can be referenced quickly in the event of a warranty issue The 10 year limited hull warranty is transferable and a copy is included at the back of this manual should you decide to sell your boat DEALER RESPONSIBILITIES Our dealers are an e...

Page 3: ...n invitation to join Team World Cat and a survey to rate your pur chasing experience and the initial impressions of our company We ask that you join our family of owners and let us know your feelings about the purchase and the quality of our product MANUAL LEGEND Throughout this manual you will encounter signals to alert of important information Text printed in bold letters and the warning system ...

Page 4: ...Y INFORMATION 1 2 POLLUTION REGULATIONS 1 3 OIL AND HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES 1 3 DISPOSAL OF PLASTICS DUNNAGE GARBAGE 1 3 BOATING SAFETY GUIDELINES 1 4 PRE DEPARTURE 1 4 LAUNCHING 1 4 UNDERWAY 1 4 RETURNING 1 4 TRAILERING 1 5 ANCHORING 1 5 SHALLOW WATER 1 5 EMERGENCY SITUATIONS 1 6 EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH 1 6 COMMUNICATION 1 6 RENDERING ASSISTANCE 1 6 REPORTING ACCIDENTS 1 6 WEATHER 1 6 TOWING 1 6 CARBO...

Page 5: ...G CHARACTERISTICS 2 5 ADVERSE SEA CONDITIONS 2 5 BOATING TIPS 2 6 PERFORMANCE FACTORS 2 6 ENGINE EFFICIENCY 2 6 PROPELLER CONDITION 2 6 WEATHER CONDITIONS 2 6 LOAD 2 7 MARINE GROWTH 2 7 BOTTOM PAINT 2 7 Chapter 3 Systems Information OVERVIEW 3 1 FUELING GUIDELINES BEFORE FUELING 3 1 DURING FUELING 3 1 AFTER FUELING 3 1 FUEL SYSTEM 3 2 FUEL SYSTEM DIAGRAM 3 2 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 3 3 BATTERY SYSTEM 3 ...

Page 6: ...10 YAMAHA 3 10 HONDA 3 10 SUZUKI 3 10 PLUMBING SYSTEMS 3 10 Chapter 4 Maintenance and Service OVERVIEW 4 1 GELCOAT MAINTENANCE 4 1 CLEANING 4 1 WAXING 4 1 REPAIR 4 2 BOTTOM PAINT 4 2 UPHOLSTERY 4 3 TRIM PLEXIGLASS POLYETHYLENE 4 3 STAINLESS ALUMINUM 4 3 BILGE COMPARTMENTS 4 3 COCKPIT DRAINS 4 3 WINTERIZATION 4 4 Chapter 5 Model Specific TABLE OF CONTENTS 5 1 MODEL SPECIFIC INFORMATION FOR YOUR BOA...

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Page 8: ...quired by federal and state law to be registered in the state where they are primarily used Registra tion numbers and validation stickers must be displayed per regulations and a certificate of registration must be on board while the vessel is being operated When traveling away from your home waters contact authorities at your destination to determine if any additional registration is required Some...

Page 9: ... remaining on the boat should a failure occur Remember this is a guideline for normal operation and does not release you from responsibility should an accident occur You must use rational judgement when adverse conditions are expected and reduce your loads to create a margin of safety Pursuant to NMMA certification all World Cats over 26 in length are Yacht Certified and carry the placard shown be...

Page 10: ...roper manner OIL AND HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES The Federal Water Pollution Control Act prohibits the discharge of oil or hazardous substances which may be harmful into U S navigable water Vessels 26 feet in length and over must display a placard at least 5 by 8 inches made of durable material The placard must be installed in a conspicuous place in the rigging compart ments or near the bilge pumps and s...

Page 11: ... your vessel and move away quickly Move your vessel away from the dock and complete a full system check Ensure that electronics pumps and safety equipment are in working order Instruct a passenger on the operation of the boat and the location and function of all safety equipment onboard You should never be the only person capable of safely operating your vessel UNDERWAY INFORMATION ON OPERATION AN...

Page 12: ... Sportfish Cruisers Yachts Owner s Manual for more information and tips concerning anchoring SHALLOW WATER Although your World Cat draws a small amount of water for its size shallow water should be a concern of all boaters To avoid this hazard pay particular attention to navigational markers and know the area you are operating in Be aware of tidal changes including those that have occurred during ...

Page 13: ...CIDENTS Federal regulations require that operators involved in an accident file a written account of the situation within 48 hours Reports should be submitted to the State Boating Law Administrator You can obtain forms through the USCG or local authorities i e harbor patrol sheriff or police offices In the event that a casualty or disap pearance occurs as the result of an accident you must notify ...

Page 14: ...mary concern is the use of generators when boats are moored adjacent to each other Carbon Monoxide is poisonous and potentially fatal if inhaled over an extended period of time Symptoms of CO poisoning include Dizziness Nausea Vomiting Headache Throbbing in the temples Fatigue Muscular twitching Inability to focus or think clearly If you or any of passengers experience any of these symptoms leave ...

Page 15: ...ggish performance a wetter ride and increased bow steering in a following sea In a bow up attitude the boat will perform better but may ride less smoothly Experiment with the trim settings in various sea conditions to determine what you are most comfortable with When using the trim to correct a listing condition imagine an X connecting the starboard engine to the port bow and port engine to the st...

Page 16: ...rsion used in conventional boats For this reason all World Cats are equipped with a hydraulic steering system featuring steering cylinders mounted on each engine and a steering sys tem valve This system enables both engines to respond in unison to adjustments at the helm In order to maintain the excellent steering characteristics of your boat occasionally you will need to adjust the steering syste...

Page 17: ...DESCRIPTION STEERING CYLINDERS KEVLAR PIGTAIL 4 6 KEVLAR STEERING HOSE STEERING SYSTEM VALVE SEA STAR II HELM QUANTITY 2 3 2 1 1 THIS IS A REPRESENTATION OF A TYPICAL WORLD CAT STEERING SYSTEM THE LENGTHS OF THE STEERING HOSES AND PIGTAILS WILL VARY DEPENDING ON THE MODEL YOU HAVE ...

Page 18: ...wheel clockwise until a steady stream of oil flows through the fitting 3 Close bleed fitting 1 STEP 3 1 Open the bleed fitting labeled 2 and pull the cylinder shaft all the way out on the fitting 2 side 2 Holding the shaft to prevent it from moving back into the cylinder have someone turn the wheel counter clockwise until a steady stream of oil flows through the fitting 3 Close bleed fitting 2 and...

Page 19: ...he steering wheel can make a World Cat bite quickly and execute high performance turns Experiment with the han dling ability of your cat so you are prepared for any situation on the water ADVERSE SEA CONDITIONS Catamarans are designed to handle some of the roughest waters in the world but that is no substitute for common sense As an operator you are responsible for the safety of your passengers an...

Page 20: ... to ensuring proper perfor mance but be aware they are not the only factors which affect it Several things which contribute to the level of performance of your catamaran can change between or during trips ENGINE EFFICIENCY Without proper maintenance your engine s will gradually lose power resulting in a loss of speed Use the recommendations in the engine s owners manual to schedule routine mainten...

Page 21: ...istribution to compensate for fuel usage MARINE GROWTH If you store your boat in the water or fail to clean it after each trip the existence of marine growth can contribute to a loss of performance A decline in speed or increased fuel consumption can occur Prevent this by applying a marine growth inhibitor or by cleaning your boat thoroughly after each trip BOTTOM PAINT Bottom painting your catama...

Page 22: ...lation of fuel vapors 3 Extinguish cigarettes or other lighted materials 4 Keep a properly charged and correctly rated fire extinguisher nearby DURING FUELING 1 Use common sense and obey all safety regulations related to fuel handling 2 Avoid static sparks by maintaining contact between the fuel nozzle and fuel fill AFTER FUELING 1 Secure the fuel cap and inspect for leaks 2 Clean up any spilled f...

Page 23: ...will need to remove the cockpit bol sters by removing the screws that hold it in place To access the screws pull up gently on the bottom of the bolster and locate the drain grommets The factory installs screws in every other grommet to secure the bolster Remove these and pull up and out on the cushion to remove If you experience fuel flow problems remove the fuel feed hose from your engine and con...

Page 24: ...d parallel batteries in the event of a failure Chapter 5 of this manual will provide details regarding the location and wiring of your batteries and management panel BATTERY DISTRIBUTION The drawing above illustrates the normal operating position for the battery management panel The PORT START STBD START and HOUSE switches as well as the DC MAIN breaker are in the ON posi tion and the EMERG PARALL...

Page 25: ...RALLEL switch 24 HOUR CIRCUITS The push in breakers located across the top of the management panel protect the 24 hour essential circuit wir ing Per NMMA and USCG guidelines these breakers are constantly energized to provide power for bilge pumps and memory functions This helps to protect your vessel even when you are not available The HOUSE switch does not need to be ON for these breakers to have...

Page 26: ... 3 Keep batteries out of the reach of children and pets EXPOSURE If you are exposed to the electrolyte solution follow these procedures and seek immediate medical attention EXTERNAL Flush with large amounts of water for contact with the skin If severe irritation occurs or it con tacts your eyes seek medical attention immediately INTERNAL Consume large amounts of water or milk coupled with milk of ...

Page 27: ...iginal breaker Replace by snapping in a new breaker being sure to use a breaker identical in capacity to the original Accessories not integrated into the control unit can include lights with integrated switches marine head controls stereos aftermarket electronics and 12V outlets These devices draw current from the accessory fuse blocks The fuse blocks are similar to those found in automobiles and ...

Page 28: ...1 HORN 10A 12 LWELL 5A 8 STBDB 5A 7 PORTB 5A 16 KEYPAD 15 N A 10A 14 CPITL 5A LIVE WELL RAW WATER CPIT LIGHTS ACC 1 PORT BILGE STBD BILGE ACC 2 ACC 3 H O R N L T S NAV ANC 5A 10A 10A 20A 20A 20A 20A 10A 10A 5A 1 3 5 7 9 4 8 6 10 2 GROUND BLOCK FUSE BLOCK SWITCH POD BATTERY POSITIVE BATTERY NEGATIVE FROM HARNESSES OR DISTRIBUTION PANEL ...

Page 29: ...top frame spreader lights illuminate the cockpit in low light situations They are operated using the switch on the dome light and are protected by the fuse block in the hardtop radio box DOME LIGHT HARDTOP OPTION ONLY Located under the hardtop radio box this light features both white and red lamps for nighttime operation It is powered by the fuse block located in the radio box BILGE PUMP FLOAT SWI...

Page 30: ...anchor This accessory is controlled by a dedicated switch at the helm The fuse is located at the battery management panel STEREO OPTIONAL Similar to an automotive stereo the unit can be operated using the faceplate or a remote keypad which is mounted near the helm It is powered by the fuse block and the memory wire is connected to a 24 hour circuit WINDSHIELD WIPERS 250 DC 270 EC 270 SC Operated b...

Page 31: ...o include a digital hour meter which tracks the amount of time the engine is running Suzuki tachometers include a systems mon itor indicator which features a Low Oil Pressure Warning Engine Temperature Warning Check Engine Warning and Over Rev Limit Warning FUEL GAUGE The fuel gauge displays the remaining fuel level for the tank associated with a given engine TRIM GAUGE Displays the engine trim he...

Page 32: ...oration resulting from environmental pollutants Use a sponge or other soft cleaning device on the smooth exterior surfaces of the hull and deck A soft brush can be used when cleaning nonskid portions of the deck Make sure to rinse the boat thoroughly after cleaning WAXING Similar to automotive finishes gelcoat will begin to fade over an extended period of time Constant exposure to environmental po...

Page 33: ...ll beneath the water line with anti fouling paint This will help prevent marine growth such as barnacles which damage the gelcoat and affect performance World Cat recommends using an epoxy barrier coat prior to bottom painting a new vessel This will help to prevent but not eliminate gelcoat blistering on the hull which is not warranted by World Cat Your dealer can provide information on bottom pai...

Page 34: ...d aluminum are used throughout your vessel World Cat uses only marine grade stain less hardware and anodized aluminum to provide you with years of service however these metals can deteriorate and fail if improperly cared for Upon returning clean all hardware using a mild detergent and rinse thoroughly with fresh water Avoid using abrasive cleaners or chlorine based products as they will remove the...

Page 35: ...d drains and store the boat with the bow up to allow drainage 3 Inspect all electrical connections and the operation of pumps or other electrical devices Perform repairs if necessary Coat electrical panels with an anti corrosive spray available from your dealer 4 Inspect the batteries and charge fully to prevent damage during storage Disconnect the cables and apply a coat of grease to the terminal...

Page 36: ... 5 5 Marine Head 5 5 Initial Start Up 5 6 Normal Use 5 6 Deck Pump Out Procedure 5 6 Overboard Discharge Procedure 5 6 OPTIONAL FEATURES Stereo System 5 7 Anchor Windlass 5 7 Outriggers 5 7 SYSTEM DIAGRAMS Access Plate and Rigging Tube Diagram 5 8 Hull Wiring Diagram 5 9 Hardtop Wiring Diagram 5 10 Console Wiring Diagram 5 11 Battery Management System Diagram 5 12 Dash Panel Wiring Diagram 5 13 Ac...

Page 37: ...Extended Swim Platform w Ladder Foldaway Aft Seating Port Stbd Rupp Outriggers 15 or 18 Rigid Poles 15 or 18 Telescoping Poles Stainless Steel Anchor Taco Outriggers GS 270 w 15 or 18 Telescoping Poles GS 350 w 15 or 18 Telescoping Poles Teleflex Electronic Controls TR1 Autopilot Underwater Light Package Windlass Standard or Freefall includes rope chain and anchor Hullside Graphics Package Canvas ...

Page 38: ...more engaging both EMERG PARALLEL switches will connect all three batteries into a single bank The switches should remain in the OFF position when not in use To prevent voltage spikes or drops which can damage electrical components you should trip the DC Mains 1 breaker prior to cranking engines with the house battery in parallel Once you are running the breaker can be reset to allow the full alte...

Page 39: ... position when not in use or when the boat is left unat tended to prevent the vessel from taking on water due to a plumbing failure OPEN CLOSED LIVEWELL SYSTEM The 290 CC has a 42 gallon livewell system which is supplied by a dual purpose livewell pump The pump is located in the port bilge compartment and can be reached through the inspection port in the motor well The wiring is secured to the pum...

Page 40: ...e battery management panel Water is supplied to the system from the freshwater tank therefore to operate the toilet the freshwater system must be pressurized A solenoid installed near the head inlet prevents water from filling the bowl prior to each use The macerator pump located at the rear of the toilet removes waste from the bowl and pumps it into the 15 gallon holding tank The holding tank is ...

Page 41: ...tting OVERBOARD DISCHARGE Use the following steps to discharge the contents of the holding tank overboard 1 Open the overboard discharge seacock To access open the inspection hatch installed in the port gunwale near the helm 2 Use the keyswitch located on the head switch panel to evacuate the tank 3 Inspect the tank level and repeat step 2 if needed otherwise close the discharge seacock For more i...

Page 42: ...windlass is mounted in the center of the battery management panel The panel is connected to the Stbd Start battery switch If you choose not to have the factory install your windlass World Cat provides wires in the deck harness to allow for aftermarket installs Regardless of type a directional control solenoid and rocker style switch will be needed to add the aftermarket windlass Please refer to th...

Page 43: ...R DRAIN 6 ACCESS PLATE DRAIN ACCESS 6 ACCESS PLATE DRAIN ACCESS 4 ACCESS PLATE RIGGING ACCESS 8 ACCESS PLATE RIGGING ACCESS 8 ACCESS PLATE WATER TANK ACCESS 8 ACCESS PLATE WASTE TANK ACCESS 8 ACCESS PLATE FUEL TANK ACCESS GUNWALE ACCESS HATCHES PUMP ACCESS 3 RIGGING TUBES HULL RIGGING 8 ACCESS PLATE STEERING VALVE ACCESS FISHBOX CLOSEOUTS PUMP ACCESS ...

Page 44: ... GA YEL RAW WATER PUMP FS 14 GA PNK BLU 30 14 GA RED 62 14 GA YEL WATER TANK SENDER 32 10 GA RED 59 10 GA YEL COCKPIT OUTLET 12V FUEL SENDER C PIT LIGHT RED 44 16 GA PNK 60 16 GA GRN YEL 3 16 GA BLU RED 59 16 GA YEL C PIT LIGHT WHT 2 16 GA BLU WHT 59 16 GA YEL PORT FUEL GROUND 60 14 GA GRN YEL WASTE TANK SENDER WS 14 GA PNK GRY 29 14 GA RED 59 14 GA YEL C PIT LIGHT RED 3 16 GA BLU RED 59 16 GA YEL...

Page 45: ...World Cat 5 10 HARDTOP WIRING DIAGRAM ...

Page 46: ...GA GRY 51 16 GA YEL DASH 12V OUTLET 28 12 GA RED 51 12 GA YEL CONSOLE PANEL SEE PAGE CONSOLE FUSE BLOCK SEE BELOW TO DASH SWITCH PANEL SEE PAGE CONSOLE LIGHTS 2 EA 17 16 GA BLU 64 17 GA YEL HULL HARNESS STBD SIDE CONNECTIONS TO THE ITEMS SHOWN HERE CAN BE REACHED THROUGH THE ACCESS DOORS LOCATED ON THE CONSOLE BULKHEAD OR BY REMOVING THE ELECTRONICS BOX 2A storage light 2A console lights 14 GA YEL...

Page 47: ...PS P L U G P L U G 14 GA RED LABEL PORT START 55 14 GA WHT YEL LABEL STEREO MEMORY 31 PS SS PS 32 10 GA RED LABEL PORT 12V 8 GA RED LABEL FUSE BLOCK 34 22 PS 14 GA RED LABEL PORT START 14 GA PNK GRY LABEL WASTE SENDER 14 GA PNK BLU LABEL F WATER SENDER FS WS P1 10 GA RED LABEL STBD 12V 33 P L U G 34 P1 22 35 27 29 30 28 20 32 33 BATT AUX BATT AUX ...

Page 48: ...World Cat 5 13 DASH WIRING DIAGRAM P2 P1 ...

Page 49: ...World Cat 5 14 ACCESSORY PANEL WIRING DIAGRAM ...

Page 50: ...COCK RAW WATER STRAINER RAW WATER PUMP RAW WATER OUTLET located on leanbar RAW WATER OUTLET located under anchor locker lid 3 4 1 6 of wire 20700247 SHURflo PRO Blaster TO WINDSHIELD WASHER SOLENOID CONSOLE OUTLET VENT F WATER PUMP INLET TEE FITTING TEE FITTING TRANSOM SHOWER TANK SENDER ...

Page 51: ...ain livewell overflow fishbox lid drain I T HULL f h g j i c e d b a aft bilge pump scuppers waste discharge fuel vents floor fishbox drain fwd cooler drain forward fishbox drain waste tank vent forward floor drain anchor lid drain DESCRIPTION H G D F C E STBD H J I STERN C M A PORT n ...

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