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Welcome Congratulations on becoming a new owner of a Quicksilver® boat. This Owner’s Packet will provide important information about the features of your boat and should be, at all times, kept aboard your boat. Take time to carefully review the information in this packet to really get to know your boat.
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Information in this publication is based upon the latest production specifications available at printing. Quicksilver® reserves the right to make changes at any time, without notice, in the colors, equipment, specifications, materials and prices of all models, or to discontinue models. Should changes in production models be made, Quicksilver®...
Introduction 1. Owner’s Manual The material here and the rest of the Owner’s manual packet: • Gives you basic safety information • Describes the fundamentals of boat use • Describes the features of your boat • Describes the equipment on your boat •...
The CIN consists of a two digit country code indicating the country of origin of the manufacturer and a unique twelve digit code that provides Quicksilver® vital information about your boat. The CIN must be included in all correspondence related to the vessel.
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This Limited Warranty does not apply to any Quicksilver® which has been salvaged or declared a total loss or a constructive total loss for any reasons not covered in this Limited Warranty. This Limited Warranty also does not apply to the following items: 1.
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Limited Warranties stated. To the extent allowed by law neither Brunswick Marine in EMEA, not the selling dealer shall have any responsibility of the loss of use of the Quicksilver®, loss of time, inconvenience, commercial loss or consequential damages.
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Limited Warranty, and the owner must notify Brunswick Marine in EMEA of any Quicksilver® being repaired by an authorized Brunswick Marine in EMEA dealer which has been at the dealership for fifteen (15) days, or of any claimed defect which was not corrected after one (1) repair attempt.
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Limited Warranties stated. To the extent allowed by law neither Brunswick Marine in EMEA, not the selling dealer shall have any responsibility of the loss of use of the Quicksilver®, loss of...
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Limited Warranty, and the owner must notify Brunswick Marine in EMEA of any Quicksilver® being repaired by an authorized Brunswick Marine in EMEA dealer which has been at the dealership for fifteen (15) days, or of any claimed defect which was not corrected after one (1) repair attempt.
Quicksilver 905WE — General Information 2. Vessel Stability The following maximum load has been used for assessing the stability and buoyancy comprising • Manufacturer’s maximum recommended load per ISO 14946 1501kg • Fuel, fresh water, other fluids to maximum capacity of fixed tanks...
Quicksilver 905WE — General Information 4. Passenger Locations Be aware of your footing while the boat is underway. Gelcoat surfaces are slippery when wet. Use extreme Slipping or falling could result in serious injury or death, caution when walking on wet surfaces.
Quicksilver 905WE — General Information 8. Deck Layout (optional equipment) Bow windlass (under hatch) Bow windlass foot controls Foredeck sun lounge Spotlight Sunroof slider hatch 3G radar dome DAB radio antenna Port L-lounge seat base Port L-lounge seat cushion Port L-lounge bridge seat...
Do not store any equipment containing petrol (outboard engines, portable petrol tanks, etc.) in the aft bench or port L-lounge seat storage. These compartments were not designed to store petrol and do not have adequate ventilation. Quicksilver® recommends that the liferaft store in the cockpit floor storage.
Quicksilver 905WE — General Information 13. Curtains (optional) Front windshield curtain Port forward salon curtain Port salon curtain Roof hatch curtain Aft salon curtain Starboard salon curtain Starboard salon door curtain Starboard forward salon curtain Port forward berth curtain Forward berth privacy curtain...
Quicksilver 905WE — General Information Please note that operator vision from the helm may be obstructed by high trim angles of the craft, along with other factors such as outboard engine trim angles, hull trim plane angles, loading and load distribution, speed &...
Reduce speed and wake as a courtesy to others. Observe & obey speed limits and no wake zones. 19. Trailering Quicksilver® does not offer a trailer for this boat, however, if you plan on purchasing one from another vendor, please consider the following: •...
The bow and stern eyes may be used for short term lifting of the boat only. Towing Quicksilver® does not recommend towing other boats, or being towed by other boats, unless it is absolutely necessary. In the event that it becomes necessary for you to have your boat towed, a professional company experienced in this type of operation is better equipped to handle this situation.
Quicksilver 905WE — System & Component Overview and Operation 1. Fuel System Your boat’s petrol fuel system consists of a fuel tank, a fuel tank fill, vent fitting, an anti-siphon valve (s), a sending unit, fuel filter(s) and an engine fuel supply line(s). In addition, there is a extra fuel port for an optional pickup, if needed.
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Your boat was manufactured, and shipped from the factory with ethanol compatible materials. Before introducing petrol with ethanol into your fuel tank, ask your dealer if any components have been added or replaced that are not recommended by Quicksilver®, Mercury or may not be ethanol- compatible.
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Quicksilver 905WE — System & Component Overview and Operation Phase Separation Humidity and condensation create water in your fuel tank which can adversely effect the ethanol blended fuel. A condition called phase separation can occur if water is drawn into the fuel beyond the saturation point.
Quicksilver 905WE — System & Component Overview and Operation 2. Fresh Water System The fresh water system consists of an 100 liter water tank, pump, and plumbing connections for water to the head, galley, and the transom shower. Filling the Tank The water tank can be filled through the water fill inlet located on the port transom of the boat.
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The inlet contains a pressure regulator to control the flow of water to your boat. To connect, simply attach the male quick disconnect fitting (provided by Quicksilver®) to the City Water Inlet. Next connect a water hose with a female quick disconnect fitting end to the City Water Inlet. The inlet bypasses the water tank so there is no need to turn on the water pump.
Quicksilver 905WE — System & Component Overview and Operation Make sure that the fresh water tank is full before operating SCALDING INJURY — Turn off the boiler and wait for the the boiler. Operating the boiler empty will cause damage to water in the tank to cool down before operating the relief the system.
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Quicksilver 905WE — System & Component Overview and Operation Black Water System Toilet water pickup Pickup to toilet water hose Toilet Holding tank to pump out hose Toilet to holding tank hose Pump out deck plate Holding tank Holding tank to vent filter hose...
(i.e. cleaning materials, safe deodorants to use for the system) ,contact your local dealer. Quicksilver® recommends that you pump out the system before long periods of non-use. If you are storing the boat during the winter, we recommend you winterize the system.
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Quicksilver 905WE — System & Component Overview and Operation Grey Water System with Optional Macerator Discharge Head sink drain Shower drain Shower sump pump Galley drain Greywater tank Tank vent thru hull Tank pumpout hose Pumpout deck plate Macerator Macerator thru-hull...
If the system does require maintenance, contact your local dealer. Quicksilver® recommends that you pump out the system before long periods of non-use. If you are storing the boat during the winter, we recommend you winterize the system.
Quicksilver 905WE — System & Component Overview and Operation If water does not come out of the discharge hose: 1. Remove the motor module to see if the impeller rotates with the power on. 2. Remove any debris that may have accumulated in the nozzle section or strainer base.
Refer to the manufacturer’s manual in regards to specific operation of the smoke alarm. 7. Carbon Monoxide Monitor Quicksilver® boats are equipped with carbon monoxide (CO) monitors in the cabin and enclosed berths or staterooms. Carbon Monoxide is an odorless, colorless, and tasteless, extremely toxic gas produced by engines, heaters, stoves or generators.
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Quicksilver 905WE — System & Component Overview and Operation victim breath fresh air deeply. If breathing stops, resuscitate. A victim often revives, then relapses because organs are damaged by lack of oxygen. Carbon Monoxide Accumulation & Prevention Carbon Monoxide can accumulate in dangerous concentrations anywhere in or around your boat including on back decks, swim platforms, or in water around generator exhausts.
Your boat’s LPG system consists of a stove, a shutoff valve, and a storage tub for a 2kg LPG tank. Quicksilver® does not provide a tank or a regulator with the boat, however, both can be purchased through your authorized Quicksilver® dealer.
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Quicksilver 905WE — System & Component Overview and Operation not relocate or reposition the tank. Do not obstruct access to the LPG tank in any way. Make sure to keep valves on empty cylinders closed and disconnected, and keep protective covers, caps or plugs in place.
System Leak Test Prior to the boat leaving the factory, the LPG system is tested for any potential leaks. However, Quicksilver® recommends that you test the system regularly. Test all connections for leakage by means of the following: 1. Before each use, close appliance valves; open LPG cylinder valve; allow indicated gauge pressure to stabilize;...
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Quicksilver 905WE — System & Component Overview and Operation Operation From the Helm To operate the windlass, the windlass breaker, located in the battery switch panel tub, must be turned ON. Operation of the windlass at the helm is controlled by a momentary switch used to raise and lower the anchor.
Quicksilver 905WE — System & Component Overview and Operation reset the breaker and it continues to trip, have your authorized Quicksilver® dealer inspect the system. In order to manually operate the windlass and lower the anchor into the water, insert the emergency handle (provided by the windlass manufacturer) into the star socket located at the top of the gypsy cover and turn counter-clockwise.
Quicksilver 905WE — System & Component Overview and Operation Operation To operate the windlass, the windlass breaker, located near the battery switch panel, must be turned ON. Operation of the windlass at the helm is controlled by a momentary switch used to raise and lower the anchor.
Quicksilver 905WE — System & Component Overview and Operation Bow Thruster Movement Do NOT test the bow thruster while the boat is out of the water, unless you are certain that everyone is a safe distance from the thrust tube.
Quicksilver 905WE — System & Component Overview and Operation Twin Engine L4 / Non-Verado Steering Steering wheel Helm pump Hydraulic fluid lines Steering cylinder Tie bar For boats equipped with an L6 Verado, when turning the steering wheel, the helm pump forces hydraulic fluid through hoses to and from power assist pump, located on the starboard side of the bilge.
Quicksilver 905WE — System & Component Overview and Operation Engine trim Mechanical & DTS Controls Engine trim (both engines) “Throttle Only” button Track pad Single Engine DTS Control Twin Engine DTS Control Twin Engine Mechanical Control For the DTS control, the “Throttle-Only” button is located on the control function pad. To engage, press the “Throttle-Only”...
In addition, Quicksilver® offers an optional factory installed GPS along with Mercury’s Vessel Link system. If installed, the same engine data that you see on your SmartCraft gauges can be displayed on your GPS.
Quicksilver 905WE — System & Component Overview and Operation 17. Trim Tabs (optional) The trim tabs are located within recesses in the hull at the transom and are used to level the boat (port to starboard) caused by uneven weight distribution, too many people on one side of the vessel, or by strong winds pushing the vessel to one side.
Quicksilver 905WE — System & Component Overview and Operation Refer to the manufacturer’s manual for complete instructions and warranty. Diesel Heat 10L diesel tank Fuel line Diesel heater Hot air ducts Forward berth vent Aft berth vent Salon vent Cold air ducts...
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Quicksilver 905WE — System & Component Overview and Operation vent located on the port side above the interior closet. In the aft berth, there is a vent located on the port side of the headliner, while in the salon, there is a vent located on the port aft pilaster.
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Quicksilver 905WE — System & Component Overview and Operation Dual Air Conditioning Water pickup Seacock Sea strainer Water pump Air conditioner unit 16K Air conditioner unit 8K Water outlet hose Water outlet thru hull Condensation hose Condensation thru hull Air duct...
Prior to starting the generator, you must run the bilge blower for at least four minutes and manually check the bilge for fuel or fuel vapor. Quicksilver® also recommends that you run the blower when operating below cruising speed. To operate the blower, press the blower switch located under the helm seat next to the generator remote start.
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Quicksilver 905WE — System & Component Overview and Operation Check the system to make sure that the seawater strainer is clear and free of any debris. To clean the seawater strainer: 1. Close the seacock so that no water will enter the strainer.
Prior to starting the generator, you must run the bilge blower for at least four minutes and manually check the bilge for fuel or fuel vapor. Quicksilver® also recommends that you run the blower when operating below cruising speed. To operate the blower, press the blower switch located under the helm seat next to the generator remote start.
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Quicksilver 905WE — System & Component Overview and Operation Engine Cooling Make sure that engine cooling water is flowing throughout the system. On the port side of the engine compartment, there is an external water pickup for cooling the engine. Prior to starting the engine, make sure that the seacock is opened and water is throughout the system.
Quicksilver 905WE — System & Component Overview and Operation Generator Starting Procedure Refer to the generator owner’s manual for instructions on startup procedure. The following are key points to be aware of when starting the generator: 1. Operate the blower for four minutes and manually check the bilge for fuel or fuel vapor.
To fill, simply remove the cap on the reservoir and fill with fluid approved in your country of use. For colder climates, Quicksilver® recommends using a fluid with antifreeze. To operate, simply press and hold the windshield washer switch located at the helm.
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Quicksilver 905WE — System & Component Overview and Operation available under both seat bases. The forward seat base articulates and the removable backrest allows for multiple seating configurations. Located on the port side, there is a folding seat that increases the amount of seating options at the dinette.
Quicksilver 905WE — System & Component Overview and Operation 25. Aft Cockpit Seat Your boat comes equipped with a sliding seat to maximize the overall cockpit space. The seat consists of a base, which includes an enclosed storage area, two watertight storage hatches, a backrest and the transom door.
Quicksilver 905WE — System & Component Overview and Operation Before reclining the backrest so that it lays flat, you must Do NOT run the boat while the aft cockpit seat is laying flat. move the cockpit seat forward. Failure to do so will cause Quicksilver®...
Quicksilver 905WE — System & Component Overview and Operation Cockpit L-Lounge Fixed base seat Bridge seat base Fixed base seat cushion Bridge seat cushion L-lounge seat backrest 28. Sun Lounge (optional) If equipped with the reclining aft cockpit seat, the L-lounge and the table, the cockpit can be transformed into a sun lounge.
Quicksilver 905WE — System & Component Overview and Operation • Remove the table legs (if installed), and install the short sun lounge legs. • Place the table into position. The table edges will sit on the edge of the cockpit seat base and forward L-lounge seat.
Quicksilver 905WE — System & Component Overview and Operation 30. Canvas (optional) As an option, a canopy with frame and a canopy with vinyl panels that fully encloses the cockpit can be installed on your boat. Canopy A fixed canopy can be attached to the hardtop, providing shade in the cockpit. The canopy will always be deployed unless the frame is completely removed from the vessel.
GPS with Vessel Link. 2. Batteries Quicksilver® recommends AGM type starting or a deep cycle battery for you boat. The battery must meet the minimum capacity required by the engine manufacturer. Refer to your engine owner’s manual for exact battery requirements.
Quicksilver 905WE — Electrical Systems Single Engine Battery Switch Operation OFF Position Battery #1 On Battery #2 On Batteries #1 & #2 On Twin Engine Boat On a twin engine installation, there are two battery switches to control select items. One switch provides power to both the port engine and generator, if applicable.
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The 905WE has two 10 position fuse panels located at the helm, behind a service access panel under the dash. There are also additional breakers located on the battery switch panel.
A 15m shore power cable with one plug end is also included. Before use, your authorized Quicksilver® dealer will need to wire the correct plug (for use in your region) on the other end of the shore power cable.
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Quicksilver 905WE — Electrical Systems Never operate 230V shore power at less than 208V Always use double insulated or grounded (earthed) electrical appliances Connecting and Turning On Shore Power To connect to shore power: On the Boat 1. Make sure that the all of the breakers on the AC Distribution Panel are OFF Dry off the shore power cord receptacle on the boat.
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Quicksilver 905WE — Electrical Systems AC Panel 16 Amp Shore Power 32 Amp Shore Power Voltmeter Microwave breaker switch — 6 Amp Reverse polarity indicator Air conditioner breaker switch — 16 Amp Main breaker switch — 16 Amp Main breaker switch — 32 Amp Main test button Air conditioner #1 breaker switch —...
Quicksilver 905WE — Electrical Systems AC System Layout Shore power inlet Bow thruster battery system Main battery system Shore power panel Galvanic isolator Mid berth outlet Battery charger Air conditioner Water heater Galley outlet Head outlet Microwave Forward berth outlet 7.
These electrical schematics were generated by the Electrical Engineering Department for technical reference and service technicians. Quicksilver® does not recommend that you attempt to work on the boat’s electrical system yourself. Instead, we recommend that you take your boat to your local authorized Quicksilver®...
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Quicksilver 905WE — Electrical Systems DC Wiring Schematic...
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Quicksilver 905WE — Electrical Systems Single Engine Battery Schematic Twin Engine Battery Schematic...
If the growth is more severe, you may need to enlist the services of a professional hull cleaning company. Check with your Quicksilver® dealer for recommendations on a compatible rubbing compound for your boat or a professional hull cleaning company in your area.
Frequent routine cleaning of your stainless steel will help maintain the finish. Quicksilver® recommends that you wash stainless steel components with mild soap and cold or lukewarm water after every use of the boat. If added protection is necessary, apply a cleaning wax.
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Do not store any of the canvas pieces while wet. The effects of ultraviolet light can sometimes be reduced by chemical treatment of canvas items. Consult your Quicksilver® dealer or check your canvas manufacturer’s manual before using any chemical treatments on your canvas.
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Quicksilver 905WE — Maintenance Dry the window with a soft cloth or chamois to prevent water spots. Polish with a separate cloth. Don’t leave cleaners on for long periods; immediately wash the window. Finally, don’t apply cleaners in direct sunlight or at elevated temperatures.
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OWNER’S MANUAL RECEIPT Please fill out the following form, sign it, and give it to the dealer in order to ensure full warranty coverage: Name: _______________________________________________________ Address: _______________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________ Certify that I have received the Owner’s Manual for the following boat: Brand: __Quicksilver ________ Model:...