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Cape Fisherman Owner's Manual
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© Copyright Jones Brothers Marine Manufacturing, Inc. 2008
5 OPERATION
This part of the owners manual will cover topics related to the operation of the boat.
First-time boat owners should take time to carefully read this section before launching your
new boat.
Experienced boat owners may also want to take a quick tour - most of the information will
be very familiar, but you may encounter something new. Also, if you notice anything missing
that would be especially helpful to a new owner, please contact Jones Brothers Marine.
We'd like to make this owners manual as helpful as possible.
5.1 Performance
Maximum performance is dependent on many factors and cannot be guaranteed. These
factors will vary with altering conditions. Some of these factors are:
ENGINE EFFICIENCY
Assuming your boat is equipped with the correct engine, the engine is properly tuned, and
the drive system is in good condition, engine(s) operate most efficiently at the RPM stated
in the engine manual. Efficiency will decrease if normal care and maintenance are not
performed. If engine(s) are neglected, power will drop and speed will decrease. In addition,
expensive repairs may become necessary. Be sure to follow all instructions in the engines'
Operation Manual.
WEATHER CONDITIONS
Weather conditions influence engine performance. Barometric pressure and humidity also
affect horsepower.
LOAD DISTRIBUTION
A decrease in performance will be noted when gear, equipment, passengers, and fuel are
added. This extra load will affect the performance of your boat according to the distribution
of the weight.
Other types of extra load could be water in the bilge. A gallon of water weighs 8 pounds.
When water accumulates in the bilge, performance will be affected. Keep the bilge dry to
eliminate this type of extra load.
MARINE GROWTH
Maximum performance is only obtained when your hull bottom is clean. Growth on the
bottom of the boat will increase resistance and decrease speed. This will also increase fuel
consumption.
5.2 Engine(s)
Details concerning the engine is located in the Operation and Maintenance manual supplied
by the engine manufacturer. Your familiarization with the engine reference material will
result in the proper maintenance and operation that is essential to ensure safe and
enduring engine performance. The manual is in the boat package with the other literature.