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Page 3 Dear.Four.Winns.Owner, On.behalf.of.everyone.at.Four.Winns,.congratulations.–.and.thank.you.for.choosing. a.Four.Winns.boat. Four Winns is committed to customer satisfaction. If you are not completely satisfi ed with any.aspect.of.your.boat’s.condition.upon.delivery.–.or.if.it.does.not.meet.your.expectations. at.any.time.during.your.ownership.experience.–.please.contact.your.Four.Winns.Dealer.or.our. customer.service.department..In.the.event.they.are.unable.to.assist.you,.or.if.you.do.not.receive. the.response.you.expect,.I.invite.you.to.contact.me.directly..Your.feedback.is.invaluable.to.us. as.we.strive.to.become.the.world’s.most.customer-focused.recreational.boat.brand. A.thorough.review.of.this.Owner’s.Manual.will.help.you.make.the.most.of.your.boating. experience. It not only includes information specifi c to the model you have purchased, but guidelines.for.better.boating.as.well..Please.take.time.to.familiarize.yourself.with.its.contents,. and.to.read.–.and.reread.often.–.important.sections. Once.again,.thank.you.and.welcome.to.the.Four.Winns.family. Sincerely, Jeffrey.Olson President Phone:.231.775-1351 Fax:.231.779-2345 Email:.boating@fourwinns.com...
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents PREFACE................................9 SAFETY MESSAGES............................10 OPERATION..............................16 A.-.1. GENERAL............................16 A.-.2. COMPONENT.SYSTEMS......................16 A.-.3. SAFETY.EQUIPMENT........................16 A.-.4. PASSENGER.SAFETY........................16 A.-.5. RULES.OF.THE.ROAD........................16 A.-.6. LIGHTNING............................16 A.-.7. DRUGS.AND.ALCOHOL........................17 A.-.8. PRE-CRUISE.SYSTEM.CHECK....................17 A.. Before.Starting.The.Engines....................17 B.. After.Starting.The.Engine......................17 A.-.9. ENGINE.OPERATIONAL.PROCEDURES..................17 A.. Before.Starting.........................17 B.. Cold.Engine.Start.-.Carbureted.Engines...................18 C.. Cold.Engine.Start.-.Carbureted.Engines.with.“Turn.Key.Start”..........18 D..
Page 6 F.. Treatment.(Evaluate,.Ventilate,.Evacuate,.Investigate,.Take.Corrective.Action).......28 G.. Inspection..........................29 H.. Operation..........................29 I. Boathouses, Sea Walls and Confined Spaces.................29 J.. The.Effect.of.Boats.Moored.Along.Side..................30 K.. Backdrafting.(Station.Wagon.Effect)..................30 L.. Accumulation.of.Exhaust.Gases-Swim.Platform...............31 M. Dangerous Activity - “Teak Surfing”/“Dragging”................31 N.. Cabin.Appliances........................31 O.. Air.Conditioning........................31 P.. Ventilation.of.Accommodation.(Occupied).Spaces..............31 Q.. Running.of.Engines.in.Idle.......................31 R.. Altitude.and.Sea.Conditions.....................31 S.. Portable.Generator.Sets......................32 T..
Page 7 WARRANTY AND SERVICE..........................44 D.-.1. FOUR.WINNS.WARRANTY.POLICY.....................44 D.-.2. DECK/HULL.STRUCTURE.WARRANTY..................44 D.-.3. WARRANTY.REGISTRATION.......................44 D.-.4. TRANSFER.OF.WARRANTY......................44 D.-.5. PRE-OWNED.UNIT.REGISTRATION....................44 D.-.6. INSURANCE.COVERAGE......................45 D.-.7. SERIAL.NUMBER.RECORD......................45 D.-.8. PRE-DELIVERY.SERVICE......................45 D.-.9. REPLACEMENT.PARTS........................45 D.-.10. OWNER’S.RESPONSIBILITIES.....................45 D.-.11. CONSTRUCTION.STANDARDS....................46 D.-.12. WINNGEAR............................46 NAME/ADDRESS.CHANGE.FORM....................47 WARRANTY.REGISTRATION.TRANSFER.REQUEST..............49 ENGINES AND INSTRUMENTATION.
Page 8 B.. Fuel.Injected.Engines.(EFI)......................61 F.-.3. NEUTRAL.SAFETY.SWITCH......................61 F.-.4. CONTROL.SYSTEM.MAINTENANCE...................61 STEERING SYSTEMS............................62 G.-.1. GENERAL............................62 A.. Rotary.Steering........................62 B.. Tilt.Steering..........................62 C.. Power.Steering........................62 G.-.2. PROPELLER.TORQUE........................63 G.-.3. STEERING.SYSTEM.MAINTENANCE...................63 A.. General.Maintenance.......................63 B.. Rotary.System.Maintenance....................63 C.. Winter.Storage.........................64 ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS..........................65 H.-.1. GENERAL............................65 H.-.2.
Page 9 J.-.3. FRESH.WATER.SYSTEMS......................75 A.. Integrated.Sinks........................75 B.. Refreshment.Center.........................76 C.. Forward.&.Aft.Showers......................76 J.-.4. HEADS............................77 A.. Enclosed.Heads........................77 B.. Head.Pump-Out........................78 J.-.7. SYSTEM.MAINTENANCE......................79 A.. Clean.Vents.and.Screens......................79 B.. Winterizing.the.Water.System....................79 VENTILATION AND DRAINAGE SYSTEMS....................81 K.-.1. ENGINE.COMPARTMENT.VENTILATION..................81 A.. Natural.Ventilation.System.......................81 B.. Forced.Air.Ventilation.......................81 C..
Page 10 M.-.7. WAKEBOARD.TOWER........................90 M.-.9. WAKEBOARD.TOWER.CARE.......................90 UPHOLSTERY..............................91 N.-.1. EXTERIOR.SEATING........................91 A.. Cockpit.Tables.........................91 B.. Bow.Table.-.Optional........................91 C.. Bow.Seating..........................91 D.. Bucket.Seats..........................91 E.. U-Shaped.Lounge.Seating.......................93 E.. Engine.Hatch.w/.Electric.Lift.Option..................93 N.-.2. EXTERIOR.UPHOLSTERY.CARE....................93 A.. Cleaning.Vinyl..........................93 B.. Exterior.Carpets........................95 C.. Cleaning.and.Maintenance.......................95 D.. Stain.Removal.Testing......................95 E.. Stain.Removal.Procedures.......................96 N.-.3.
Page 11 Q.-.2. STAR.BOARD..........................107 Q.-.3. BURLWOOD.MAHOGANY......................107 Q.-.4. LAMINATED.FIBERGLASS......................107 Q.-.5. SOLID.SURFACE.MATERIAL......................107 Q.-.6. ACRYLIC.PLASTIC........................108 GENERAL MAINTENANCE..........................109 R.-.1. WINTERIZATION.........................109 A.. Prior.to.Lifting.for.Winter.Lay.up.....................109 B.. After.Lifting..........................109 C.. Prior.to.Winter.Storage......................109 R.-.2. ENGINE.FLUSH.OUT........................110 A.. Volvo.Penta .Engine.Flush.Out.(Four.Winns.Installation)............110 ® B.. MerCruiser .Engine.Flush.Out.Option..................111 ®...
Page 12 C.. Hub.Reinstallation........................128 PRE-LAUNCH AND UNDERWAY........................129 T.-.1.. LAUNCH.&.CRUISE.CHECKLIST....................129 T.-.2.. FUELING............................130 A.. Recommendations.........................130 B.. Preliminary.Guidelines......................130 C.. Pumping.Fuel.........................130 D.. After.Fueling...........................130 T.-.3.. LOADING.PASSENGERS.&.GEAR.....................131 T.-.4.. STARTING.PROCEDURES......................132 A.. Preliminary.Checks........................132 B.. Starting..........................132 T.-.5.. MANEUVERING...........................133 A.. Leaving.the.Dock........................133 B.. Stopping..........................133 T.-.6..
Page 13: Preface
Hull Identification Number This.manual.should.be.considered.part.of.the.boat..Should.you.sell.the.boat,.pass.this.manual.on.to.the.new. owner..Take.special.care.of.this.manual..Certain.information.in.this.manual.may.not.be.available.in.a.replace- ment.manual..An.electronic.version.of.this.manual.may.be.viewed.on.our.website.at.www.fourwinns.com. Thank.you.for.joining.the.Four.Winns.family..We.appreciate.your.purchase.and.welcome.the.opportunity.to.. demonstrate.our.commitment.to.you. Four Winns Customer Service Department 925 Frisbie Street Cadillac, Michigan 49601 231 775-1343 (Phone) 231 779-2345 (Fax) E-Mail Address: boating@fourwinns.com ©FOUR WINNS LLC 2006. All Rights Reserved. Preface Owner’s Manual Page ...
Page 14: Safety Messages
Safety Messages The.popularity.of.boating.and.other.water.sports.has.grown.tremendously.in.the.past.few.years..Because.of.this,. safety.is.an.important.issue.for.everyone.who.shares.our.waterways. Remember.that.along.with.the.freedom.and.exhilaration.of.boating.comes.the.responsibility.that.you.have.for.the. safety of your passengers and the other boaters who share the water with you. Throughout this manual, specific precautions.and.symbols.identify.safety-related.information..Be.sure.to.pay.close.attention.to.them. NOTICE Boxes that are gray require your special attention. Notice boxes include helpful boating practices and law reminders. This symbol means “pay attention!” Here is important information for your safety. If you don’t follow these instructions, you can damage your boat, hurt yourself or someone else or, even worse, have a fatal accident.
Page 15 We’d.also.like.to.remind.you.to.be.kind.to.our.environment.while.you’re.boating..Don’t.throw.garbage.and.other. refuse.overboard..Do.your.best.to.keep.harmful.compounds.like.gasoline,.oil.and.antifreeze.out.of.the.water... Please see the notifications below: DISCHARGE OF OIL PROHIBITED THE FEDERAL WATER POLLUTION CONTROL ACT PROHIBITS THE DISCHARGE OF OIL OR OILY WASTE INTO OR UPON THE NAVIGABLE WATERS OF THE UNITED STATES, OR THE WATERS OF THE CONTIGUOUS ZONE, OR WHICH MAY EFFECT NATURAL RESOURCES BELONGING TO, APPERTAINING TO, OR UNDER THE EXCLUSIVE MANAGEMENT AUTHOR- ITY OF THE UNITED STATES, IF SUCH DISCHARGE CAUSES A FILM OR DISCOLORATION OF THE SURFACE OF THE WATER OR CAUSES A SLUDGE OR EMULSION BENEATH THE...
Page 16 LABEL LOCATIONS The.NMMA.capacity.label.and.various.warning.labels.are.placed.at.different.locations.on.each.model.for.your. safety..Additional.warnings.for.fuel.leakage,.blower.operation,.and.other.important.information.will.be.imprinted. or.located.on.the.dash..Many.of.these.stickers.and.labels.are.not.required.by.the.U.S..Coast.Guard.but.are.. important.to.ensure.the.safe.operation.of.your.Four.Winns boat. In addition, the Hull Identification Number plate ® is.permanently.attached.below.the.deck-hull.joint.on.the.starboard.aft.corner.. Below.are.letters.corresponding.to.the.various.locations.for.each.item.on.the.drawings..See.the.following.pages. of.this.section.for.the.actual.wording.of.each.of.the.various.warning.labels.found.on.your.boat.. (A) Hull Identification Number Plate (G). Capacity.Label (B). Gasoline.Vapor-Blower.Warning (H). Ski.Tow.Warning (C). Helm.Boarding.Ladder.Warning (I). Winning.Edge.Sticker (D). Rotating.Prop.Boarding.Ladder. (J) NMMA Certified (E). Leaking.Fuel (K). Flush.Out.Caution.(Optional) (F). CO.Swim.Platform.&.Lounging.Area.(Transom) Figure 1: Warning, Capacity and Other Label Locations - Reference Only (Location may vary depending on model) Preface Owner’s Manual Page ...
Page 17 CAPACITY & WARNING LABELS Capacity Label (See actual capacity plate affixed to boat for actual capacities) SAMPLE GASOLINE VAPORS CAN EXPLODE RESULTING IN INJURY OR DEATH. BEFORE STARTING ENGINE, CHECK ENGINE BILGE COMPARTMENT FOR GASOLINE OR VAPORS, AND OPERATE BLOWER FOR FOUR MINUTES, AND VERIFY BLOWER OPERATION.
Page 18 Gasoline Vapor-Blower Warning Label Rotating Propeller - Helm Warning Label Rotating Propeller - Ladder Warning Label Leaking Fuel Warning Label CO Swim Platform and Ski Tow Warning Label Lounging Area Warning Label No Ventilation - Do Not Store Fuel Warning Label Transom/Side Door Warning Label CO-Cabin Warning Label CO-Helm Warning Label...
Page 19 Winning Edge Sticker NMMA Certified Sticker Flush Out Warning Label (Optional) EU Builders Plate - CE Certification Plate (Export) Canadian Conformity Label Preface Owner’s Manual Page ...
Page 20: Operation
Operation A - 4 PASSENGER SAFETY A - 1 GENERAL You.are.responsible.for.the.safety.of.your.passen- Before.starting.the.boat,.become.familiar.with.all.of.. the.various.systems.and.related.operations..Be.sure.. gers.as.well.as.for.their.behavior.while.aboard..Make. all.necessary.safety.equipment.is.on-board..Know.the. sure: “Rules.of.the.Road”..Have.an.experienced.operator. 1.. Each.passenger.is.properly.instructed.in.Personal. . brief.you.on.the.general.operation.of.your.new.boat.. Flotation.Device.(PFD).use.and.keeps.one.within. Perform.a.“PreCruise.Systems.Check”..This.manual.. reach.in.case.of.emergency..All.non-swimmers. is.a.part.of.your.boat’s.equipment..Always.keep.it.. on.board. and.children.should.wear.a.PFD.at.all.times.when. underway. A - 2 COMPONENT SYSTEMS 2... Passengers.do.not.sit.on.gunwales,.open.decks,. elevated.pedestal.seats.or.on.seat.backs.when.. Before.you.can.really.enjoy.your.boat,.a.thorough. the.boat.is.underway..This.could.cause.them.to. understanding.of.its.systems.and.their.operation.is. bethrown.overboard.during.a.sudden.maneuver. essential..This.manual.and.the.associated.manu- facturers.information.are.included.in.the.owner’s.
Page 21: Drugs.and.alcohol
3.. Check.the.bilge.water.level.and.bilge.pump.op- contact.with.metal.parts.such.as.bow.rails,.control. eration. Check the engine and drive fluid levels. handle,.or.windshield.. Look.for.other.signs.of.potential.problems..Check. for.the.scent.of.fuel.fumes. 4.. Activate.the.bilge.blower..Check.the.blower.. NOTICE: Four Winns boats are not equipped output. with a lightning protection system. A - 7 DRUGS AND ALCOHOL Gasoline vapors can explode resulting injury or death. Before starting the engine, check Please.keep.in.mind.that.along.with.the.fun.of.boating.
Page 22: Cold.engine.start.-.Carbureted.engines
required.by.the.indications.on.the.dip.sticks... If engine floods: Refer.to.Table.1:.“SAE.Viscosity.Chart”.and.your. engine.manual.included.in.the.owner’s.packet.. •. Disengage.shift..Move.handle.to.full.throttle. Follow.engine.manufacturer’s.recommendations.. position. DO.NOT.USE.MULTIGRADE.OIL..Power.steering. •. Turn.key.switch.to.the.START.position. and power trim use automatic transmission fluid. Check the fluid levels in the vertical drive units or •. Immediately.move.the.control.handle.to.the.neutral. transmission.as.often.as.practical. detent.(idle).position.when.the.engine.starts. NOTICE Failure to move the control handle to the idle position immediately when engine starts will allow engine to “over-rev” and engine damage could result.
Page 23: Warm.engine.starting.-.Carbureted.engines
4.. . I f.engine.does.not.start.after.step.3: 2... Turn.the.key.switch.to.start.and.hold.until.engine. starts,.for.no.longer.than.10.seconds..If.engine. a.. Move.the.remote.control.handle/throttle.lever.to. does.not.start,.let.go.momentarily,.then.try.again. full.throttle.position,.then.return.to.1/4.throttle. 3... As.soon.as.engine.starts,.release.key.to.ON.. b.. Turn.ignition.key.to.START..Release.key.when. or.RUN. engine.starts.and.allow.switch.to.return.to.ON. position. NOTICE Priming is not necessary for EFI engines. D. Warm Engine Starting (Carbureted Engines) Refer to the engine owner’s manual for additional information. 1..
Page 24: Stopping.engine
5.. After.shifting.is.completed,.continue.to.move.the. A - 10 GROUNDING AND TOWING control.handle.slowly.in.the.desired.direction.to. increase.speed. If the boat should become disabled, or if as- sisting another craft that is disabled, great Any time the boat is operated, be aware of care must be taken. The stress applied to a changes in shift system operation.
Page 25: A.-.11. Boating.education
Oceanic.and.Atmospheric.Administration.website. at.http://nauticalcharts.noaa.gov/mcd/ccatalogs. Lines can snap or other hardware can be loos- htm#state. ened or broken while towing. Under certain conditions, this can cause severe injury or In.addition,.many.federal.agencies.publish.recre- fatality. ational.maps,.including.the.US.Army.Corp.of.Engi- neers,.the.Forest.Service,.the.National.Park.Service,. and.the.Tennessee.Valley.Authority. A - 11 BOATING EDUCATION Addresses.of.all.state.boating.law.administration.. offices are found in the “Boating Basics, A Guide A. Boating Courses to.Responsible.Boating”,.included.in.your.owner’s.
Page 26: A.-.13. Accident.reporting
Your boat has a hull identification number on the A - 14 DISCHARGE OF OIL starboard.side.of.the.hull..Figure.A-1.shows.a.typi- cal identification number. Use this hull identification The.Federal.Water.Pollution.Control.Act.prohibits.the. number.for.registration.and.to.identify.your.boat.for. discharge.of.oil.waste.into.or.upon.the.navigable.. warranty.service. waters.of.the.United.States.or.the.waters.of.the. contiguous zone if such discharge causes a film or sheen.upon.or.a.discoloration.of.the.surface.of.the. water.or.causes.a.sludge.or.emulsion.beneath.the. surface.of.the.water..Violators.are.subject.to.a.. penalty.of.$5,000. A - 15 DISPOSAL OF PLASTICS & OTHER GARBAGE Plastic refuse dumped in the water can kill fish and marine.wildlife.and.can.foul.boat.propellers.and.. cooling.water.intakes..Other.forms.of.waterborne.. garbage.can.litter.our.beaches.and.make.people. Figure A-1: HIN sick..US.Coast.Guard.and.most.state.regulations. prohibit.the.dumping.of.plastic.refuse.or.other.. In.most.states,.the.boat.owner.is.legally.responsible.for. garbage.mixed.with.plastic.into.the.water.anywhere,. damages.or.injuries.he.or.she.causes,.even.if.someone. and.restrict.the.dumping.of.other.forms.of.garbage.
Page 27 must.note.that.State.and.local.regulations.may.further. restrict.the.disposal.of.garbage. Operators.shall.display.one.or.more.placards.in.a. prominent location and in sufficient numbers so they can.be.observed.and.read.by.crew.and.passengers.. These.locations.might.include.embarkation.points,. food.service.areas,.galleys,.garbage.handling.spaces. and.common.deck.spaces.frequented.by.crew.and. passengers..We.recommend.that.these.placards.may. be.purchased.from.local.marinas,.boat.dealerships. and.marine.equipment.suppliers..A.special.placard.. is.available.for.boats.operating.on.the.Great.Lakes. NOTICE IMPORTANT: It is illegal to discharge waste from your marine sanitary device (toilet) into the water in most areas. It is your responsibil- ity to be aware of and adhere to all local laws concerning waste discharge.
Page 28: Boating Safety
Boating Safety B - 1 GENERAL used.to.size.PFDs..It.is.your.responsibility.to.ensure. that.you.have.the.proper.number.and.types.of.PFDs. on.board.and.that.your.passengers.know.where.and. As.the.owner/operator.of.the.boat,.you.are.respon- how.to.use.them. sible.for.assuring.that.all.required.safety.equipment.is. aboard..You.should.also.consider.supplying.additional. C. PFD Types equipment.as.needed.for.your.safety.and.that.of.your. passengers..Check.state.and.local.regulations.and. Five.types.of.PFDs.have.been.approved.by.the.US. call.the.US.Coast.Guard.Info.line.at.1-800-368-5647. Coast.Guard..The.PFDs.are.described.as.follows: for.information.about.required.safety.equipment.. Also.visit.the.United.Power.Squadron.website.at. PFD Type 1, Wearable.(Figure.B-1).has.the.greatest. www.usps.org required.buoyancy..Its.design.allows.for.turning.most. unconscious.persons.in.the.water.from.face.down. A. Required Safety Equipment position.to.a.vertical.or.slightly.backward,.face-up. position..It.can.greatly.increase.the.chances.of.sur- Most.of.the.safety.equipment.required.by.federal.regu- vival..Type.1.is.most.effective.for.all.waters,.especially. lations.is.provided.as.standard.equipment..Personal. offshore.when.rescue.may.be.delayed..It.is.also.the. Flotation Devices (life jackets) must fit the persons most.effective.in.rough.waters.
Page 29: Pfd.pointers
3.. Teach.children.how.to.put.a.PFD.on.and.allow. them.to.try.it.in.the.water..That.way,.they.know. what.the.PFD.is.for.and.how.it.works..They.will. feel more comfortable with it if they suddenly find themselves.in.the.water. 4.. If.the.PFD.is.wet,.allow.it.to.dry.thoroughly.. Figure B-3: Type III, Wearable before.storing.it..Do.not.dry.it.in.front.of.a.radiator. or.heater..Store.it.in.a.well.ventilated.area. PFD Type IV, Throwable (Figure.B-4).is.required. in.addition.to.the.PFDs.previously.discussed..The. 5... Keep.PFDs.away.from.sharp.objects.which.can. most.common.Type.IV.PFD.is.a.buoyant.cushion.or. tear the fabric or puncture the floatation pads. ring.buoy..It.is.designed.to.be.thrown.to.a.person.in. the.water,.grasped.and.held.by.the.user.until.he.or. 6... For.their.own.safety.and.the.safety.of.others,.all. she.is.rescued..A.Type.IV.PFD.should.always.be.in. nonswimmers,.poor.swimmers,.and.small.children. serviceable.condition.and.immediately.available.for. should.wear.PFDs.at.all.times,.whether.the.boat.. use. Grasping this PFD may be difficult if the rescue is.stationary.or.moving. is.delayed.or.if.the.user.is.overcome.by.hypothermia. (loss.of.body.heat). 7.. Check.the.PFD.frequently.to.make.sure.that.it.is. not torn, that flotation pads have no leaks, and that all.seams.and.joints.are.securely.sewn.
Page 30: Visual.distress.signal.devices
or.non-pyrotechnic.type..Regulations.prohibit.display. NOTICE of.visual.distress.signals.on.the.water.under.any. Using a portable fire extinguisher with an circumstances.except.when.assistance.is.required.to. access/fire port in the engine compartment is prevent.immediate.or.potential.danger.to.persons.on. preferred to opening the engine compartment board.a.vessel. to fight the fire. However, using a portable extinguisher in this way provides less protection The.equipment.must.be.approved.by.the.US.Coast.
Page 31: Navigation.lights
H. Navigation Lights B - 2 CARBON MONOXIDE Navigation.lights.are.intended.to.keep.other.vessels. informed.of.your.presence.and.course..If.you.are.out. on.the.water.between.sunset.and.sunrise,.you.are. CARBON MONOXIDE! required.to.display.appropriate.navigation.lights. Carbon monoxide (CO) can be harmful or fatal if inhaled. Brain damage or death can result Additional Recommended Equipment from prolonged exposure to carbon monox- ide. Keep exhaust outlets clear of blockage. Four.Winns .recommends.that.you.acquire.additional.
Page 32: Properties.and.characteristics.of.carbon.monoxide
A. Properties and Characteristics Certain.health.related.problems.and.age.will.increase. of Carbon Monoxide the.effects.of.CO..People.who.smoke.or.are.exposed. to.high.concentrations.of.cigarette.smoke,.consume. 1.. Carbon.monoxide.is.a.colorless,.odorless.and. alcohol.or.have.lung.disorders.or.heart.problems,.are. tasteless.gas..It.is.commonly.referred.to.as.CO. particularly.susceptible.to.an.increase.in.the.effects. from.CO..However,.all.occupants’.health.should.be. 2.. Its.weight.is.about.the.same.as.air.so.it.cannot.. considered..Physical.exertion.accelerates.the.rate.at. be.expected.to.rise.or.fall.like.some.other.gases,.. which.the.blood.absorbs.CO. but.will.distribute.itself.throughout.the.space. E. Symptoms NOTICE DO NOT rely on the use of smell or sight of One.or.more.of.the.following.symptoms.can.signal.. other gases to detect CO, because it diffuses the.adverse.effect.of.CO.accumulation: in the air much more rapidly than easily detectable vapors (i.e., visible and aromatic...
Page 33: Inspection
3.. Observe.the.victim(s).. The following are examples of possible 4.. Administer.oxygen.if.available. situations where carbon monoxide can accumulate within your boat while docked, 5.. Contact.medical.help..If.the.victim.is.not.breathing,. anchored, or underway. Become familiar perform.rescue.breathing.or.approved.cardiopul- with these examples and their precautions monary.resuscitation.(CPR),.as.appropriate,.until. to prevent dangerous accidents or death. medical.help.arrives.and.takes.over.
Page 34: The.effect.of.boats.moored.along.side
J. The Effect of Boats Moored Along Side 2.. Excessive.or.unequally.distributed.weight. A.boat.operator.should.be.aware.that.carbon.monox- ide.is.emitted.from.any.boat’s.exhaust..The.operation,. mooring,.and.anchoring.in.an.area.containing.other. boats.may.be.in.an.atmosphere.containing.CO.not.of. the.operator’s.making..An.operator.likewise.needs.to. be.aware.of.the.effect.of.their.boat.on.other.boats.in. the.area..Of.prime.concern.is.the.operation.of.an.. auxiliary.generator.where.boats.are.moored.along. Figure B-9: Inefficient trim angles side.each.other..Be.aware.of.the.effect.your.exhaust. 3. Canvas configurations – Under various conditio- may.have.on.other.boats.and.be.aware.that.the. ns,.adding.or.removing.canvas.may.raise.or.lower. operation.of.other.boats’.equipment.may.affect.the. CO.levels..See.Figures.B-8,.B-9.&.B-11. carbon.monoxide.concentration.on.your.boat... See.Figure.B7. EXHAUST FUMES! Hull exhaust from your boat can cause excessive accumulation of poisonous carbon monoxide gas within cockpit areas when using protective weather coverings (while underway...
Page 35: Accumulation.of.exhaust.gases-Swim.platform
Figure B-14: Exhaust Gas Accumulation- Dangerous Activity N. Cabin Appliances Figure B-12: Operating at Slow Speed with Following Wind Boats.having.fuel.burning.appliances.in.accommo- dation.areas.should.be.provided.with.adequate.venti- 6.. Be.aware.that.cockpit.and.deck.drains.can.be.a. lation.and.the.appliance.should.be.maintained.. source.of.CO.ingress.into.boats,.especially.boats. to.function.properly. with.cockpit.or.decks.enclosed.with.canvas.or. permanent.boat.structures.. O. Air Conditioning (Applicable Models Only) L. Accumulation of Exhaust Gases- Lack.of.system.maintenance.may.cause.CO.to.be. Swim Platform brought.into.the.air-conditioned.spaces.by.the.air.con- ditioner..If.applicable,.please.refer.to.the.air.condition-...
Page 36: Portable.generator.sets
Exhaust.Back-Pressure.-.Certain.alterations. in.the.accumulation.of.carbon.monoxide.in.the.accom- to.the.exhaust.system.may.increase.engine. modation.occupied.space..Do not use gasoline-pow- exhaust.back.pressure.and.CO.production. ered portable generators on Four Winns boats. ® d.. Restricted.engine.room.or.compartment.. T. Maintenance - Engine Performance ventilation Efficient engine performance is vital to minimizing . U. Maintenance - External Conditions CO.production..The.following.items.are.those.con- sidered.to.have.the.greatest.effect.on.increased.CO. External conditions that contribute to inefficient engine production: performance.can.include:...
Page 37: Maintenance.-.Ventilation.systems
1.. Gaskets.at.cylinder.head.connection X. Maintenance - Bulkhead and Deck Integrity 2. Casting and pipe fittings in the dry section 1.. Seal.all.visible.openings.(e.g.,.cracks,.crevices,. holes,.including.openings.around.wiring.and.pip- 3.. All.joints ing.runs).in.bulkheads.and.decks.that.separate. machinery.compartments.from.occupied.compart- 4.. Hoses ments..These.openings.can.permit.migration.of. CO.vapors. 5.. Clamps 2.. Check.gaskets.and.sealing.surfaces.on.hatches,. 6. Mufflers and their drain plugs doors,.and.access.panels. 7. Thru-hull fittings Y. Maintenance - Air Conditioning Systems 8.. Hangers.and.other.supports These.systems.can.be.a.source.of.CO.ingress.and. migration.of.CO.vapors.
Page 38: B.-.3.Safe.boating.practices
B - 3 SAFE BOATING PRACTICES •. Load.the.boat.within.the.limits.listed.on.the.. capacity.plate..Balance.loads.bow.and.stern. and.port.to.starboard..Passengers.are.to.sit. NOTICE only.on.seats,.not.seat.backs,.gunwales,.. YOU are responsible for your own safety, the engine.cover,.or.any.other.unsafe.locations. safety of your passengers, and the safety of fellow boaters. •. Do.not.use.the.boat.in.bad.weather.or.sea. conditions.beyond.the.skill.or.experience.of. A. Drugs and Alcohol the.operator.or.the.comfortable.capability.. of.the.boat.or.passengers. •..
Page 39: First.aid
WATER SPORTS and.abrasions.may.be.the.most.serious.mishaps.on. board.a.boat.but.you.should.also.learn.the.proper. procedures.and.be.ready.to.deal.with.the.truly.serious. problems.like.mouth-to-mouth.resuscitation,.excessive. PERSONAL INJURY bleeding,.hypothermia,.and.burns..First.aid.literature. Four Winns boats are not designed for and ® and.courses.are.available.through.most.Red.Cross. should not be used for pulling parasails, kites, chapters. gliders or any device which can become airborne. Use boat only for appropriate water F.
Page 40: Water.skiing/Wakeboarding/Kneeboarding
2. Always wear a personal floatation device (PFD) approved.by.the.US.Coast.Guard..Wearing.. a.properly.designed.PFD.helps.a.stunned.or.. unconscious person stay afloat. 3... Be.considerate.of.others.with.whom.you.share.. the.water. 4.. Give.immediate.attention.to.a.person.who.has. Figure B-16: Diver Down Float fallen..He.or.she.is.vulnerable.in.the.water.alone. and.may.not.be.seen.by.other.boaters.. 10..Do.not.drive.the.boat.directly.behind.a.water.skier.. At.25.miles.per.hour,.the.boat.will.overtake.a. 5.. Approach.a.person.in.the.water.from.the.lee.side. fallen.skier.who.was.200.feet.in.front.in.about.. 5.seconds. (opposite.the.direction.of.the.wind)..Turn off the motor at least a boat length from the person. B. Water Skiing/Wakeboarding/Kneeboarding 6.. Turn.engine.off.and.anchor.before.swimming. The.popular.sport.of.water.skiing.has.brought.a..
Page 41 8.. Approach.a.person.in.the.water.from.the.lee.side. 10.. . D o.not.water.ski.between.sunset.and.sunrise... (opposite.the.direction.of.the.wind)..Stop.the.motor. It.is.illegal.in.most.states. at.least.a.boat.length.from.the.person. For.more.information.about.waterskiing,.wakeboard- 9.. Turn.off.engine.and.anchor.your.boat.before.. ing,.and/or.kneeboarding,.please.visit.the.American. swimming. Water.Ski.Association,.at.their.website: www.usawaterski.org Rotating Propeller! Rotating propeller can cut or sever causing serious injury or death. Switch engine off before skiers enter the water and before taking skiers aboard.
Page 42: Basic Seamanship
Basic Seamanship C - 1 GENERAL Basic.rules.of.seamanship,.general.information.about. navigational.aids,.and.sources.for.additional.reading. and.boater.education.are.presented.in.this.portion.of. your.owner’s.manual. A. Boating Regulations The.US.Coast.Guard.is.the.authority.of.the.waterways.. State.boating.regulations.are.enforced.by.local.authori- ties. Your boat is subject to the marine traffic laws known.as.“Rules.of.the.Road,”.which.are.enforced.by. the US Coast Guard. You are subject to marine traffic laws.and.“Rules.of.the.Road”.for.both.federal.and.state. waterways;.you.must.stop.if.signaled.to.do.so.by. enforcement officers, and permit them to board if asked..The.“Navigational.Rules,.International-Inland. Rules.of.the.Road”.can.be.obtained.from.the.US.Coast. 2. Meeting Head-On Guard.website.at.www.uscgboating.org. When.two.boats.meet.head-on.neither.boat.has.right- Many.pamphlets.prepared.by.the.US.Coast.Guard.are. of-way..Both.boats.should.decrease.speed.and.pass;. available..They.explain.signal.lights,.buoys,.safety,. port.to.port..However,.if.both.boats.are.on.the.left. international.and.inland.regulations.and.other.informa- side.of.a.channel,.each.vessel.should.sound.two. tion.which.goes.beyond.the.scope.of.this.manual..“Aids. short.horn.blasts.and.pass.to.starboard.to.starboard.. to.Navigation”.(US.Coast.Guard.pamphlet.#123). See.Figure.C-1. explains the significance of various lights and buoys. Because.of.proposed.alterations.to.buoys.and.markers,. contact.the.US.Coast.Guard.or.visit.their.website.to.
Page 43 6. Night Running Boats.operating.between.sunset.and.sunrise.(hours. vary.by.state),.or.in.conditions.of.reduced.visibility,. must.use.navigational.lights..Nighttime.operation,. especially.during.bad.weather.or.fog,.can.be.danger- ous..All.“Rules.of.the.Road”.apply.at.night,.but.it.is. best.to.slow.down.and.stay.clear.of.all.boats.regard- less.of.who.has.right-of-way. Danger Zone To.see.more.easily.at.night,.avoid.bright.lights.when. 112.5 possible..Also,.it.is.helpful.to.have.a.passenger.keep. watch.for.other.boats,.water.hazards,.and.naviga- tional.aids. To.determine.the.size,.speed.and.direction.of.other. Figure C-2: Crossing Situation vessels.at.night,.you.should.use.running.lights... A.green.light.indicates.the.starboard.side,.and.the. 4. Overtaking red.light.indicates.the.port.side..Generally,.if.you.see. a.green.light,.you.have.the.right-of-way;.if.you.see.. The.boat.overtaking.the.one.ahead.must.yield.the.. a.red.light,.give.way.to.the.other.vessel... right-of-way.to.the.boat.being.passed..The.overtaking. See.Figure.C-4. boat.must.make.necessary.adjustments.to.keep.out.of. its.path..The.boat.being.passed.should.hold.its.course.. and.speed..See.Figure.C-3. Inland Rules Stand-on (Privileged) Inland Rules Vessel Being Overtaken “I.want.to.pass.you.on.your.
Page 44: C.-.2.Navigational.aids
blasts).if.intent.is.not.clear..A.short.blast.is.one.or.two. NOTICE seconds.long..A.long.blast.is.4.to.6.seconds.long..The. Buoys are anchored floating objects and may Navigational.Aids.Chart.at.the.end.of.this.section.lists. not always be in exactly the same position. the.meanings.of.the.various.whistle.signals. Daymarks.are.red.or.green.boards.with.numbers.. C - 2 NAVIGATIONAL AIDS They.are.on.posts.or.groups.of.pilings.tied.together. and.called.dolphins..Daymarks.and.their.supports.. Aids.to.navigation.(ATONS).help.you.to.travel.safely.on. are.daybeacons..Daybeacons.may.or.may.not.have. the.water..They.help.you.get.from.one.place.to.another. lights..If.a.red.or.green.daybeacon.has.a.light,.it.is. and.are.most.helpful.if.you.have.a.nautical.chart..A. the.same.color.as.the.marker-red.or.green..Red. navigational.aids.chart.is.at.the.end.of.this.section. daymarks.are.triangular.and.have.even.numbers.. Green.daymarks.are.square.and.have.odd.numbers. Red Right Returning.is.a.basic.rule.to.assist.you.in. NEVER tie your vessel to an ATON.
Page 45: D..the.uniform.state.waterway.marking.system
a light, note its color and pattern or timing of flashes, G. Anchoring and compare it to your chart to find its location. The.weight.of.the.anchor.and.diameter.of.anchor.line. D. The Uniform State Waterway Marking System should.be.governed.by.the.size.and.weight.of.your. boat..Keep.anchor.secure.while.underway.to.prevent. This.section.discusses.three.kinds.of.markers.in.this. damage.or.injury.due.to.sudden.shifting.in.the.boat’s. system:..Regulatory,.Informational,.and.Lateral. attitude. Regulatory.markers.in.this.system.are.either.signs.or. Use.two.or.more.anchors.if.anchoring.overnight.or.. buoys..Signs.are.square.with.orange.borders..Regula- for.extended.periods..If.not.using.two.anchors,.make. tory.buoys.are.white.and.shaped.like.cylinders..They. certain there is sufficient clearance for your boat to have.horizontal.orange.bands.near.their.tops.and.just. swing.in.a.full.circle.to.prevent.damage.in.case.of. above.the.water’s.surface..An.orange.circle.on.a. shifting.winds. marker.means.a.controlled.area..A.message.such.as. ”No.Wake,.Idle.Speed,.No.Skiing,.or.5.M.P.H.”.may. Make.certain.you.have.enough.anchor.line.(or.scope). appear.on.a.marker..An.orange.diamond.means. for.the.depth.of.water..Your.anchor.line.should.be.. danger..If.a.diamond.has.an.orange.cross.inside.it,.. 6.to.7.times.the.depth.of.water.anchored.in..For. do.not.enter.the.area..The.reason.you.should.stay.out,. example,.if.you.are.in.20.feet.of.water,.use.120.to. such.as.“Swim.Area”.may.be.printed.in.black.on.. 140.feet.of.anchor.line. the.marker. Informational.Markers.are.white.signs.with.orange.
Page 46: C.-.3.Recommended.reading
Raise.the.anchor.manually.or.by.using.the.windlass.. Whiting,.John.and.Bottomley,.Tom..Chapman’s.Log. if.applicable...Make.sure.the.chain.stop.is.engaged.. and.Owner’s.Manual..192.p.(ISBN.0-686-96737-2).. if.windlass.is.used...Properly.stow.anchor.and.. Hearst.Marine.Book. anchor.line. Chapman,.Charles.F..and.Maloney,.E.S..Chapman’s.. Piloting,.Seamanship.and.Small.Boat.Handling... (illus.)..62.p..(ISBN.0-87851-814-2,.Pub..by.. Always be sure to raise and secure the anchor Hearst.Bks.);.deluxe.ed..(ISBN.0-87851-815-0)... prior to operating your boat. Failure to raise Morrow. and secure anchor before getting underway could result in severe injury or damage to boat National.Fire.Protection.Association..Fire.Protection.
Page 47: C.-.5.Owner's.logs.and.records
United.States.Coast.Guard.Headquarters C - 6 NAVIGATIONAL AIDS CHART 2100.2nd.St.,.SW Washington,.D.C..20593-0001 The.illustrated.Navigational.Aids.Charts.contain.. 202.267-1060 information.concerning.whistle.signals,.storm.. website:.www.uscgboating.org warnings,.bridge.signals,.and.buoy.descriptions... See.the.inside.back.cover.of.this.manual. United.States.Power.Squadron P.O..Box.30423 Raleigh,.NC.27617 website:.www.usps.org C - 5 OWNER’S LOGS AND RECORDS At.the.end.of.this.owner’s.manual.are.several.forms. which you will find very helpful. The.Float Plan.provides.a.record.of.your.destination,. departure.and.return.times,.boat.description,.passen- ger.list,.and.other.information.about.the.trip.you.have. planned..At.the.bottom.of.the.form.is.space.for.listing. emergency.telephone.numbers.in.case.your.return.is. delayed.past.the.expected.time..It.also.has.space.for. indicating information about the person filing this report..Leave.the.completed.form.ashore.with.a.. responsible.person..We.recommend.you.make.. several.copies.of.this.form.each.boating.season.to.. assure.an.ample.supply. The.Fuel Log.is.a.handy.way.to.record.information.
Page 48: Warranty And Service
Warranty and Service D - 1 FOUR WINNS WARRANTY POLICY within.approximately.30.days.from.the.day.of.your. boat.purchase..If.you.have.not.received.your.Winning. Edge™ card within this time frame please contact The Four Winns Winning Edge™ Owner Protection your.Four.Winns.selling.dealer.for.resolution..If. Plan.provides.the.new.Four.Winns.purchaser.with.one. upon.receipt.of.the.card.you.discover.a.discrepancy,. of.the.most.comprehensive.corporate.commitments. please.notify.Four.Winns.at.231.775-1343..A.correct- in the marine industry today. The Winning Edge™ ed Winning Edge™ card will then be sent to you. Owner Protection Plan defines the warranty coverage on.all.units.manufactured.by.Four.Winns..It.thoroughly. Other.equipment.manufacturers.also.require.that. describes.the.warranty.policies.and.those.procedures. their.products.be.registered.with.the.respective.. to.be.followed.to.obtain.warranty.coverage..Review.. companies..Warranty.registration.cards.are.provided. the.Four.Winns.Owner.Protection.Plan.and.limited.. in.the.owner’s.information.packet. warranty.statements.carefully. All.engines.utilized.in.the.Four.Winns .product.are.. ® D - 4 TRANSFER OF WARRANTY warranted.by.the.engine.manufacturer..Your.Four.
Page 49: Insurance.coverage
terms of the Winning Edge™ Owner Protection Plan Your.Four.Winns.dealer.will.sign.the.Pre-Delivery. or.Limited.Warranties..We.provide.this.service.to.the. Inspection.Form.of.the.Warranty.Registration.Card. purchasers.of.Pre-Owned.Four.Winns .boats.in.the. upon.completion.of.the.work..You.will.also.be.asked. ® interest.of.better.boating..Four.Winns.welcomes.every. to.sign.the.Pre-Delivery.Inspection.Form.upon.ac- purchaser.of.a.Four.Winns .boat,.new.or.used,.to.. cepting.delivery.of.the.boat..You.are.to.retain.the.two. ® our.family. copies.marked.“Boat.Owner”..Your.dealer.is.to.retain. the.copy.marked.“Dealer.copy”.for.his.records..The. Manufacturer’s.copy.is.electronically.sent.to.the.Four. D - 6 INSURANCE COVERAGE Winns.Customer.Service.Department. One.of.your.responsibilities.as.a.new.boat.owner.is.to. D - 9 REPLACEMENT PARTS acquire.proper.insurance.protection..Insurance.should. include.comprehensive.and.general.liability.coverage. appropriate to your financial needs. Please contact Four.Winns.dealers.are.equipped.with.a.Four.Winns. your.local.agent.for.assistance.on.insurance.coverage. parts.manual.that.details.the.components.of.each. model.and.their.appropriate.part.numbers..Many. Four.Winns.dealers.inventory.common.replacement. D - 7 SERIAL NUMBER RECORD components.
Page 50: D.-.11. Construction.standards
6.. Know.how.to.safely.operate.your.boat.and.the.rules. D - 11 CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS of.the.road.before.you.use.your.boat. All.Four.Winns .boats.meet.or.exceed.the.construc- ® IMPORTANT:.Make.sure.that.your.dealer.checks. tion.standards.set.by.the.US.Coast.Guard.and.. the.engine.alignment.during.your.boat’s.20-hour. the.American.Boat.and.Yacht.Council.(ABYC).con- checkup..The.engine.alignment.check.should. cerning: be.performed.in.accordance.with.recommended. procedures.as.stated.by.the.engine.manufacturer.in. •.. Navigational.lights your.engine.owner’s.manual..Failure.to.do.so.could. •.. Factory-installed.fuel.systems result.in.drive.train.damage.which.is.not.covered. •.. Engine.and.fuel.tank.compartment.ventilation under.the.warranty. •.. Flotation •.. Steering.systems 7.. We.recommend.that.you.review.your.engine.own- • Backfire flame arresters ers manual and warranty certificate for break-in advice,.initial.inspection.and.service.requirements. We.recommend.that.you.see.your.dealer.if.you.wish. to.modify.factory-installed.equipment.or.add.new. 8..
Page 51: Name/Address.change.form
NAME / ADDRESS CHANGE FORM Name.&.Address:. ___________________________________________________ Please print clearly. ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ Telephone.&.E-Mail.Address:. ___________________________________________________ Hull Identification Number: ___________________________________________________ Boat.Model:. ___________________________________________________ NOTE:.For.warranty.transfer.please.use. the.Warranty.Transfer.Request.Form.also. Date.of.Purchase:. ___________________ included.in.this.manual. NAME / ADDRESS CHANGE FORM Name.&.Address:. ___________________________________________________ Please print clearly. ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ Telephone.&.E-Mail.Address:. ___________________________________________________ Hull Identification Number: ___________________________________________________ Boat.Model:.
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Page 53: Warranty.registration.transfer.request
(5) years of the original retail sale. The transfer fee must be paid within fifteen (15) days of purchase of the used boat by check, money order or cashier’s check payable to Four Winns. We will notify the appropriate engine manufacturer of the boat warranty transfer.
Page 54 Warranty and Service - Section D Owner’s Manual Page 0...
Page 55: Engines And Instrumentation
Engines and Instrumentation E - 1 GENERAL DO NOT inhale exhaust fumes! Exhaust con- tains carbon monoxide which is colorless and DO NOT attempt to service any engine without odorless. Carbon monoxide is a dangerous being totally familiar with the safe and proper gas that is potentially lethal.
Page 56: Engines
NEVER operate the propulsion engine while everyone on-board is sleeping. Fatal carbon monoxide poisoning can occur. For.additional.information,.refer.to.Section.B-2.Carbon. Radius Monoxide. E - 3 ENGINES Consult.the.Engine.Owners.Manual.included.in.the. owner’s.packet.for.additional.operation.and.mainte- nance.information. E - 4 PROPELLERS Knowledge.of.the.propeller.is.most.easily.gained. through.better.understanding.of.the.terminology.used. to.refer.to.the.aspects.of.propeller.size.and.. performance. NOTICE Figure E-1: Propeller Pitch & Diameter Never run with a damaged propeller.
Page 57: Running.angle.&.Power.trim/Tilt
An.engine.that.is.not.developing.full.power.and.the.load. carried.in.a.boat.will.directly.affect.performance.of.the. engine..Always.be.sure.the.engine.is.properly.tuned. and.load.conditions.are.those.normally.experienced,. before.changing.propellers. For.additional.information.on.factors.affecting.perfor- Boat Properly Trimmed mance,.please.consult.your.Four.Winns.dealer. E - 5 RUNNING ANGLE & POWER TRIM/TILT Boat Too High - Trim Bow “Down” Hull.planing.surfaces.have.the.least.amount.of.drag. at a three to five degree angle with the water. This is the.preferred.running.angle.when.boating..The.run- ning angle has a significant impact on top speed and handling..See.Figure.E-2..Heavy.load.or.certain.water. conditions may make it difficult to achieve the optimum running.angle..The.running.angle.can.be.controlled. Boat Too Low - Trim Bow “Up” through.the.use.of.the.power.trim.. Figure E-2: Running Angle A.
Page 58: Control.listing
B. Induce Planing & Controlling Trim Angle Before.leaving.the.dock.and.utilizing.the.trim.tabs,.. ensure.the.trim.tabs.are.in.the.full.up.position..Press. Trim.tabs.can.also.be.used.to.facilitate.faster.planing. both.lower.halves.of.the.trim.tab.switches.and.hold.. and.allow.better.control.of.the.running.angle. (for.approximately.10.seconds).until.the.tabs.are.full.up. A. Control Listing Before.accelerating.and.trying.to.gain.plane,.press. both.upper.trim.tab.switches..This.will.cause.both. trim.tabs.to.move.downward.and.force.the.bow.down. Wind,.loading.and.many.other.factors.can.result.in.the. when.running..This.can.also.be.used.when.running. boat.tilting.or.leaning.towards.one.side.while.running... the.boat.with.a.heavy.load.aboard. This.is.called.listing.and.can.be.negated.using.trim. tabs.. Moving.the.trim.tabs.downward.will.increase.the.lift. and.the.boat.will.achieve.plane.faster,.or.stay.on. Pressing.the.lower.port.trim.tab.switch.will.move.the. plane.at.a.lower.engine.and.boat.speed. starboard.trim.tab.upward...This.will.result.in.the.port. bow.of.the.boat.being.allowed.to.rise.. After.gaining.plane.and.establishing.cruising.speed,. Pressing.the.lower.starboard.trim.tab.switch.will.cause. pressing.both.lower.trim.tab.switches.will.cause.both. trim.tabs.to.move.upward.and.will.allow.the.bow. the.port.trim.tab.to.move.upward.and.will.result.in.the. to.rise..This.should.be.used.to.adjust.the.running. starboard.bow.being.allowed.to.rise. attitude.of.the.boat.to.decrease.the.drag.at.cruising. speed.or.above,.or.when.running.in.a.following.sea. Pressing.the.upper.port.trim.tab.switch.will.cause.the.
Page 59: Trim.tab.maintenance
C. Trim Tab Maintenance Check the fluid level of the trim tab reservoir often. Always keep the fluid level between the designated marks.on.the.trim.tab.pump-reservoir...Refer.to.the. manufacturers information for specifications on the type of fluid to be used and other operation and mainte- nance.information. E - 7 INSTRUMENTATION The.helm.stations.on.Four.Winns .models.are. ® equipped.with.a.complete.set.of.individual.engine.in- strument.gauges..These.instrument.gauges.allow.. the.boat.operator.to.constantly.monitor.the.operational. condition.of.the.engine..Close.observation.of.these. instrument.gauges.could.save.the.engine.from.. damage. A. Tachometer/Hour Meter Combination Gauge The.tachometer.indicates.the.speed.of.the.engine.in. revolutions.per.minute.(RPM)..This.speed.is.not.the. boat.speed.or.necessarily.the.speed.of.the.propeller.. The.tachometer.may.not.register.zero.with.the.. ignition.key.in.the.OFF.position.. Figure E-3: Tachometer Settings The.tachometer/hour.meter.combination.gauge.. NOTICE allows.for.hour.meter.viewing.at.the.helm..See.Figure. Never exceed the maximum recommended E-4..The.hour.meter.provides.a.numeric.record.of.
Page 60: Speedometer
B. Speedometer NOTICE Operation of an overheated engine can result The.speedometer.is.a.water.pressure.sensitive.unit.. in engine seizure. If an unusually high tem- It.has.a.pick-up.(pitot.tube).assembly.mounted.on.the. perature reading occurs, shut the engine off transom.and.a.small.plastic.hose.(speedo.tube).that. immediately. connects.it.to.the.speedometer.gauge.on.the.dash.. See.Figure.E-5..The.pitot.tube.extends.below.the. D. Oil Pressure Gauge (4-in-1 Gauge) hull..Water.strikes.the.tube.inlet.and.creates.positive. pressure..The.faster.the.boat.speed,.the.greater.the. The.oil.pressure.gauge.indicates.the.pressure.in.the. pressure,.and.the.higher.the.speed.indication.on.the.
Page 61: Power.trim.gauge
G. Power Trim Gauge 2. Depth alarm.–.Shallow mode:.Pressing.the.. “ON./.OFF.MODE”.keypad.again.displays.the.“SH”. shallow.depth.alarm.setting..This.is.the.shallowest. Boats.equipped.with.stern.drives.also.have.a.“power. water.that.will.activate.the.alarm..Press.and.hold. trim.gauge.”.This.gauge.provides.a.visual.indication.. of.the.inward-outward.(trim.angle).position.of.the.out- the.up.or.down.arrow.keypads.to.adjust.the.read- drive..There.is.not.a.trailer.travel.mode.on.the.gauge. ing.to.the.desired.depth. Depth alarm – Deep mode:.Pressing.the.“ON./. H. Depth Sounder OFF.MODE”.keypad.again.displays.the.“DP”.deep. depth.alarm.setting..This.is.the.deepest.water.that. The.depth.sounder.is.available.equipment.on.most.. models.. will.activate.the.alarm..Press.and.hold.the.“Up”.or. ‘Down”.arrow.keypads.to.adjust.the.reading.to.the. NOTE: On Fish & Ski models equipped with a fish desired.depth..When.the.shallow.depth.setting.is. read by the depth sounder, the “SH” will flash on finder, the fish finder can also be used as a depth the.LCD.and.the.audible.alarm.will.sound.rapidly.. sounder..Consult.the.manufacturer’s.literature.in- When.the.deep.depth.setting.is.read.by.the.depth. cluded.in.the.owner’s.packet.for.the.operation.of.both. depth sounder and fish finding features. sounder, the “DP” will flash on the LCD and the audible.alarm.will.sound.at.2.beeps.per.second.
Page 62: Four.position.ignition.switch
Do not rely on depth sounder to avoid sub- Keep emergency stop switch lanyard free from merged objects. Depth sounders provide a obstructions that could interfere with its opera- relative indication of water depth only. tion. Do not modify or remove emergency stop switch or bypass its safety features.
Page 63: Alarm.systems
The close proximity of metal objects (e.g., beverage cans) can cause compass deviation. NOTICE Four Winns continually strives to improve its products. Unit specifications, including standard and optional equipment are constant- ly being modified. Equipment availability is also subject to change without notice.
Page 64: Control Systems
Control Systems F - 1 GENERAL F - 2 CONTROL OPERATION - GENERAL Control.systems.permit.operation.of.the.engine’s.throt- A. Carbureted Engines tle.and.shift.mechanisms..They.consist.of.three.major. components;.the.control,.the.throttle.and.shift.cables.. The.shift.mechanism.on.the.controls.can.be.. disengaged.to.allow.for.easier.starting.and.engine. Your.Four.Winns .boat.is.equipped.with.a.single.lever,. warm-up..See.Figure.F-1..To.disengage: ® side.mount.control..This.allows.you.to.select.forward.. or.reverse.gear,.regulate.engine.speed,.and.ensure. 1.. Place.control.handle.in.neutral.position.(B). shifting.is.done.at.low.engine.speed. 2.. Press.both.neutral.lock.button.(A).and.shift.. A.“start-in-neutral-only”.feature.which.prevents.starting. disengage.button.(C). in.gear.is.included..Refer.to.F-3.Neutral.Safety.Switch. in.this.section.. 3.. Move.control.handle.forward.to.increase.throttle. Also,.the.side.mount.control.has.a.neutral.lock.button. to.prevent.accidental.shifting..It.must.be.squeezed.to. permit.shifting.from.neutral.to.forward.or.reverse..
Page 65: Owner's Manual Page
B. Fuel Injected Engines (EFI) DO NOT attempt control adjustments unless On.fuel.injected.engines,.starting.the.engine.is.much. you are familiar with control systems service easier.and.faster..It.is.not.necessary.to.use.the.throttle. procedures. Control misadjustment can cause while.in.neutral.to.cold-start.the.engine..Simply.turn.the. loss of control. key.and.allow.the.engine.to.warm.up..For.additional. information,.refer.to.the.engine.manufacturer’s.manual. included.in.the.owner’s.information.packet.. Other.lubrication,.adjustment.and.maintenance. instructions.are.provided.by.the.control.manufacturer. and.are.included.in.the.owner’s.information.packet. F - 3 NEUTRAL SAFETY SWITCH Control.systems.usually.incorporate.neutral.safety.
Page 66: Steering Systems
Steering Systems G - 1 GENERAL The tilt mechanism is spring loaded. Due to the Four.Winns .boats.are.equipped.with.a.rotary.steering. ® variation in steering wheel offerings, the wheel system..Tilt.and.power.steering.are.available.on.most. may spring up rapidly when depressing the models.. release lever. ALWAYS KEEP ONE HAND ON THE WHEEL DURING TILT ADJUSTMENT A.
Page 67: Propeller.torque
If.the.power.steering.system.cannot.be.corrected.on. (when.applicable)..Refer.to.the.engine.manual,.includ- board,.proceed.at.a.reduced.speed..The.boat.will.be. ed.in.the.owner’s.packet,.for.information.on.adjusting. steerable,.but.with.increased.effort..Return.the.boat.. the.trim.tab. to.your.Four.Winns.dealer.as.soon.as.possible.to. correct.the.power.steering.system. Propeller.torque.can.also.cause.the.boat.to.wander. (not.follow.a.straight.line).when.operated.at.low.speeds.. This.condition.is.normal.and.can.be.corrected.only.by. increasing.engine.RPM..Wind,.water.currents.and.play. If equipped with power steering, check in.steering.components.can.cause.equivalent.effects. the fluid level in the reservoir periodically. Low power steering fluid levels may increase steering difficulty.cables to the steering cable. Make sure the deck coaming pads and bulk- Steering effort can vary significantly with heads allow for steering cable movement in engine acceleration, steering angle, trim angle,...
Page 68: Winter.storage
Figure G-2: Steering Cable C. Winter Storage If.the.boat.is.placed.in.winter.storage.or.used.. infrequently,.clean.the.cable.ram.as.instructed.earlier.. Cycle.the.steering.several.times.when.applying. lubricant..If.at.any.time.the.steering.system.becomes. stiff,.has.an.excessive.amount.of.freeplay.or.shows. any.change.in.its.operating.characteristics,.contact. your.Four.Winns.dealer.to.have.the.system.inspected. Steering Systems - Section G Owner’s Manual Page ...
Page 69: Electrical Systems
Electrical Systems H - 1 GENERAL When disconnecting the cables from the All.electrical.equipment.on.Four.Winns .boats.operate. ® battery, make sure all switches are off and on.12.volt.DC.electrical.power. disconnect the black negative cable first to prevent spark. Fire or Explosion Hazard! NOTICE Electrical system parts are designed by and manufactured to comply with the U.S.
Page 70: Battery.switch.operation
When.installing.dual.batteries,.proceed.as.follows: Battery.#1.is.isolated.and.remains.in.reserve... Only.battery.#2.will.be.charged.by.the.alternator. 1.. Connect.each.of.the.red.battery.cables.leading. from.the.battery.selector.switch.to.the.positive.. “BOTH”.-.With.the.battery.selector.switch.in.the. (+).terminal.on.each.of.the.two.batteries. “BOTH”.position,.the.batteries.are.connected.in. parallel..Both.batteries.will.be.used.by.the.engine. and.all.12.volt.equipment..Both.batteries.will.be. NOTICE charged.by.the.alternator..However,.the.batteries.. Be sure both cables are installed on the will.charge.at.a.slower.rate.compared.to.setting.. positive (+) battery terminals. the.switch.in.the.other.positions. 2.. Connect.the.black.battery.cable.to.the.port.nega- The.use.of.one.battery.at.a.time.is.recommended... tive.(-).battery.terminal.(see.Figure.H-2.above).. Position.the.battery.selector.switch.to.either.the.#1.. Connect.the.other.black.battery.cable.to.the. or.#2.position.. starboard.negative.(-).battery.terminal.. Under.normal.conditions,.avoid.using.the.“BOTH”. position..Use.the.“BOTH”.position.only.when.a.single. battery.is.not.capable.of.starting.the.engine. When disconnecting the cables from the battery, make sure all switches are off and Four.Winns.recommends.alternating.between.
Page 71: Installation.of.additional.12.Volt.equipment
To avoid equipment damage or electrical fires, Gasoline vapors can explode use only replacement fuses that are of equal resulting in injury or death. rating to the original fuse. Refer to the electrical schematic included with this manual for proper Before starting the engine, check the engine sizes.
Page 72: Interior.equipment
Be sure to provide proper fuse protection for Batteries produce hydrogen and oxygen gases all volt equipment that is installed. Acces- when being charged. These explosive gases sory current should be limited to amps if escape through the vent/fill caps and may form the connection is made to the fuse block.
Page 73: Stray.current.corrosion
NOTICE Use only UL Marine – ignition protected battery chargers. Consult your Four Winns Dealer for recommendations. Corrosion.is.usually.more.prevalent.in.polluted.or.. salt.water.than.in.fresh.water..It.is.also.more.likely.. to.occur.when.dockage.is.in.an.area.with.steel.piers,. large.metal.boats,.or.where.shore.power.is.in.use.. Note: Some of these colors can serve more than one type of circuit. Figure H-3 Wiring Color Codes Electrical Systems - Section H Owner’s Manual Page ...
Page 74: Galvanic.corrosion
B. Galvanic Corrosion Galvanic.corrosion.results.from.a.potential.electrical. difference.existing.between.dissimilar.metals.. immersed.in.a.conductive.solution.(e.g.,.salt.or. brackish.water)..If.these.metals.touch.or.are.otherwise. electrically.connected,.this.potential.difference.pro- duces an electron flow between them. The attack on the.more.active.metal.is.usually.increased.and.the. attack.on.. the.less.active.metal.is.decreased,.as.compared.to. when.these.metals.are.not.touching. C. Corrosion Prevention Anti-corrosion.anodes.are.attached.to.the.bottom.of. the.gimbal.housing.to.prevent.corrosion.to.your.stern. drive.and.underwater.parts..These.anodes.will.be. slowly.eroded.away.by.galvanic.action.and.require. periodic.inspection..Please.refer.to.the.section.on. “Anti-Corrosion.Anodes”.or.“Corrosion.and.Corrosion. Protection”.in.your.engine.manufacturer’s.manual.for. additional.information..The.engine.manual.is.included. in.the.owner’s.packet. Electrical Systems - Section H Owner’s Manual Page 0...
Page 75: Fuel Systems
Fuel Systems I - 1 GASOLINE FUEL SYSTEMS the.amount.of.fuel.spillage..Always.open.the.lid.slowly. to.allow.air.to.escape..See.Figure.I-1. Gasoline.fuel.systems.used.in.Four.Winns .boats.are. ® Check.Valve.prevents. designed.to.meet.or.exceed.the.requirements.of.the. spills.from.fuel.surge. U.S..Coast.Guard,.the.National.Marine.Manufacturers. Baffles allow air ventilation Association,.and.the.American.Boat.and.Yacht.. but.trap.water Council.in.effect.at.the.time.of.manufacture. Splash Shield sends overflow Tanks.on.Four.Winns .boats.are.located.forward.of. ® from.vent.back.to.tank the aft bilge compartment below the floor. Please see specifications included in your owner’s packet for fuel tank.capacities.or.visit.our.website.at:. www.fourwinns.com.. NOTICE Figure I-1: Fuel Fill Use only clean fuel of the type and grade recommended by the engine manufacturer.
Page 76: Anti-Syphon.valves
C. Anti-Syphon Valves The.fuel.withdrawal.line.is.equipped.with.an.anti-. syphon.valve.where.the.line.attaches.to.the.fuel.tank.. This.valve.prevents.gasoline.from.syphoning.out.of. the.fuel.tank.should.a.line.rupture..See.Figure.I-2.for. Figure I-3: Fuel Sender Operation anti-syphon.location. Due.to.the.mechanical.nature.of.the.fuel.sender,.. variations.in.readings.during.various.speeds.of. operation.may.occur..This.system.is.merely.a.relative. indication.of.the.available.fuel.supply.and.not.a. calibrated.instrument..With.this.type.of.sending.unit.. a.more.accurate.measurement.of.fuel.level.is.obtained. with.the.boat.in.a.level.position. The.gauge.readings.will.also.vary.with.the.trim.angle. of.the.boat..When.sitting.at.a.dock.and.the.boat.is. nearly.level,.the.fuel.gauge.will.register.accurately.. Refer.to.Figure.I-3..When.boating,.the.trim.angle.of. the.boat.changes.and.affects.the.gauge.readings.. Under.these.conditions,.the.fuel.sender.will.register. Figure I-2: Fuel Tank Fittings “full” for the first few hours of running time until the fuel level.drops.below.the.3/4.or.1/2.mark..This.is.caused. by.the.angle.of.the.fuel.in.the.tank.as.shown.in.. The fuel withdrawals are positioned in the fuel Figure.I-4..
Page 77: Fuel.filters
When.the.fuel.gauge.begins.to.register.below.the “full”.mark,.the.gauge.readings.will.drop.much.faster. To help guard against damage, avoid the until.it.reads”.empty”..When.this.occurs,.the.trim.angle. storage or handling of gear near the fuel lines, has.affected.the.sender.reading..When.the.gauge fittings and tanks. registers.“empty”,.the.sender.has.bottomed.out.and. there.may.be.3.to.4.gallons.of.fuel.in.the.tank... See.Figure.I-5. I - 2 FUEL STANDARDS Be.cautious.when.using.gasoline.that.contains.alco- hol..Refer.to.the.section.on.gasoline.requirements.in. your.engine.manual.for.additional.information. Figure I-5: Trim Angle Effect with Low Fuel To conform to Federal Air Quality Standards, the petroleum industry reduced the amount F.
Page 78: Recommendations
B. Recommendations b.. Be.sure.the.proper.type.and.grade.of.fuel. as.recommended.by.your.Engine.Owners. Assume.blended.gasoline.is.being.used.and.follow. Manual.is.used. these.recommendations.below. c.. Determine.how.much.additional.fuel.is.. required to avoid overflow. 1.. . I nspect.fuel.hoses.often..A.deteriorated.hose.. containing.alcohol.blended.gasoline.will.normally. 4. During fueling: Keep the fill nozzle in contact . be.soft.and.swollen..A.deteriorating.hose.contain- with.the.fuel.opening.at.all.times.to.guard.against. ing.no.fuel.will.normally.be.hard.and.brittle..In.both. possible.static.spark..See.Figure.I-6. cases.the.hose.should.be.replaced. 2.. Ventilate.the.engine.compartment.before.starting. the.engine(s)..Operate.the.engine.compartment. Spilled fuel is a fire or explosion hazard. blower.for.four.(4).minutes..Then,.prior.to.starting. DO NOT overflow the tank or allow fuel spills the.engine(s),.check.the.bilge.area.for.the.scent.of.
Page 79: Water And Waste Systems
Water and Waste Systems J - 1 GENERAL J - 2 DISINFECTING THE FRESH WATER SYSTEM Some.Four.Winns .models.are.equipped.with.a.fresh. ® water.supply.system..This.system.consists.of.a.water. supply.tank,.water.distribution.lines.and.a.distribution. The fresh (potable) water system should be pump..Refer.to.Figure.J-12.at.the.end.of.this.section. disinfected prior to initial use. for general water system diagram. The water fill deck plate.is.located.either.on.the.aft.deck.or.side.decks,. and.is.marked.“WATER”..The.location.of.the.water. The water system should be disinfected before first fill deck plate for the fresh water system may vary use.and.at.the.beginning.of.each.season..The.follow- depending.upon.the.model..and.optional.equipment.
Page 80: Refreshment.center
Inspect and correct the hose routing engine.compartment.on.the.port.side.of.the.boat... (if necessary). If a problem still exists, contact (Models.may.vary.depending.on.options.installed).. your Four Winns dealer for assistance. The fresh water deck plate used for filling the tank is usually.located.in.the.same.general.vicinity.as.the.tank. itself. The fresh water deck fills are clearly mark NOTICE “WATER”..An.in-line.fuse.is.included.to.protect.the. DO NOT operate the pump with an empty water.pump..The.pump.is.located.in.the.rear.engine.
Page 81: J.-.4. Heads
Add.deodorant.through.the.valve.opening.(Fig..J-6/B).. Simply.operate.the.spray.nozzle.and.water.will.be. Use.Thetford.Holding.Tank.Deodorant.(sample.in- delivered. If the system has been recently filled, . cluded).in.built-in.storage.compartment.(Fig..J-6/C). or.has.not.been.used.for.an.extended.period.of.time,.. air.bubbles.may.accumulate.at.the.pump..If.this. should.happen,.re-priming.may.be.necessary. Add.water.to.cover.tank.bottom..Close.valve.and. replace.deodorant.(Figure.J-6/D). J - 4 ENCLOSED HEADS Enclosed Heads On certain models, a fully enclosed fiberglass head . is.a.standard.feature.built.into.the.port.console..These. roomy.heads.offer.an.opening.port.light.with.screen,. Figure J-6 (A - D): Porta Potti Preparation porta-potti, fiberglass liner, and overhead lighting. See figure J-4. Refer to the manufacturer’s literature Recombine.the.unit..Align.hinge.with.front.interlocking. included.in.the.owner’s.packet.as.well.as.the.following. tabs..To.secure.unit,.press.downward..It.should.click. instructions.regarding.the.use,.care.and.maintenance. into.place. of.the.porta-potti. Fill fresh water tank by removing the fill cap and filling the.tank.with.fresh.water.(Figure.J-7)..(NEVER add holding tank chemical to the fresh water tank assembly.) Replace.and.tighten.the.cap.securely.
Page 82: Head.pump-Out
Bellows Flush Operation: from.green.to.red.(Figure.J-11).or.when.the.waste. level indicator for the Vacu-flush system reads . 1... Pull.out.holding.tank.valve.handle.(Figure.J-8). almost.full..DO.NOT.ALLOW.THE.TANK.TO.. BECOME.OVERFILLED. 2... Push.down.on.bellows.to.rinse.the.bowl. 3... Push.valve.handle.all.the.way.in.to.ensure.an. odor-tight.seal. Figure J-11: Porta-Potti Emptying of Portable Models: If.equipped.with.the.head.pump.out,.the.waste.. 1... Empty.when.waste.holding.tank.level.appears. can.be.removed.from.the.tank.at.a.pumping.station... full.DO.NOT.ALLOW.THE.TANK.TO.BECOME. A deck plate fitting labeled WASTE, is provided for OVERFILLED. this.purpose..Most.marina.fueling.facilities.provide. service.for.waste.pump.out..For.waste.holding.. 2... Make.sure.waste.valve.handle.is.in.the.closed. capacities, please refer to the specification sheet, position. manufacturer’s.literature.and/or.our.website.. 3... Remove.fresh.water.tank.from.waste.holding.tank. To.pump.out.the.holding.tank: (Figure.J-9). 1.. Connect.the.dockside.pump.out.connection.to.the. WASTE.plate.located.on.the.deck..
Page 83: System.maintenance
It.will.be.necessary.to.remove.the.top.holding.tank.. NOTICE of the portable head to fill with water. Refer to the Always winterize the fresh water system prior manufacturer’s.literature.included.in.the.owner’s. to winterization of the hull drainage (bilge packet.regarding.the.use,.care.and.maintenance.. pump) system. of.the.porta.potti. Draining.the.system.as.mentioned.can.be.very.tedious. J - 7 SYSTEM MAINTENANCE and.an.incomplete.job.can.result.in.expensive.repairs.. The.use.of.nontoxic.antifreeze.(such.as.RV.anti- Be.sure.the.battery(s).in.the.boat.are.properly. freeze).designed.for.fresh.water.systems.considerably. charged..Operating.the.pressure.pump.from.a.. reduces.the.work.necessary.and.is.a.more.positive. battery.with.a.low.charge.will.result.in.pump.cycling.. means.of.winterizing.the.system..Follow.the.directions. This.could.lead.to.premature.pump.failure.. included.with.the.antifreeze.solution.. To.winterize: The decomposition of waste produces 1..
Page 84 Water System Figure J-12: General Water System Diagram Water and Waste Systems - Section J Owner’s Manual Page 0...
Page 85: Ventilation And Drainage Systems
Ventilation and Drainage Systems K - 1 ENGINE COMPARTMENT K - 2 HULL DRAINAGE SYSTEMS VENTILATION A. Transom Drain All.Four.Winns .stern.drive.models.are.equipped.with. ® A.transom.drain.with.plug.is.provided.in.the.engine. engine.compartment.ventilation..This.system.is.de- compartment.to.allow.water.drainage..When.the.boat. signed.to.meet.or.exceed.the.requirements.(in.effect. is.out.of.the.water,.the.boat.and.trailer.should.be. at.the.time.of.manufacture).of.the.U.S..Coast.Guard,. positioned.so.any.bilge.water.accumulation.during.dry. the.National.Marine.Manufacturers.Association,.and. storage will flow towards the transom. the.American.Boat.and.Yacht.Council. A. Natural Ventilation System Be sure the drain plug is securely in place This.system.includes.air.intake.and.exhaust.com- prior to launching the boat.
Page 86: Liner.drains
After.winterization.of.the.fresh.water.systems,.be.sure.. the.bilge.area,.bilge.pump.and.associated.hoses.are. thoroughly.dry..Damage.to.the.hull,.bilge.pump.and. other.equipment.could.occur.if.water.is.allowed.to.. freeze.in.the.bilge. C. Liner Drains Fiberglass.liners.with.liner.drains.are.standard.on. most.models..Fiberglass.liners.can.be.cleaned.easily. by hosing the floor. The water will drain into the bilge . and.be.pumped.overboard.by.the.bilge.pump.. D. Bilge Compartment Drainage Certain.bulkhead.areas.of.Four.Winns .boats.are. ® sealed.in.accordance.with.U.S..Coast.Guard.regula- tions.effective.at.the.date.of.manufacture..Drainage.. is.provided.and.water.can.be.removed.with.the.. bilge.pump. Ventilation & Drainage Systems - Section K Owner’s Manual Page ...
Page 87: Interior Equipment
Interior Equipment L - 1 INTEGRATED SINK removable.cooler.available.on.certain.models.can. also.be.stored.in.a.specially.designed.cooler.slider. insert.underneath.the.refreshment.center..See.Figure. Some Funship™ models have an integrated sink L-3.and.L-4..Certain.models.also.have.another.built. and.trash.receptacle.located.in.the.bow.area.or.port. in.ice.chest/storage.compartment.located.between. console..The.excess.water.from.the.sink.will.drain.over- the.two.bucket.seats. board..On.certain.models.the.lid.for.the.trash.recep- tacle.consists.of.a.solid.surface.material.and.includes.a. finger-pull to allow easy access. See Figure L-1 & L-2. Figure L-3: Removable Cooler and Storage Trash Receptacle Lid Sink & Faucet Figure L-1: Integrated Sink & Trash Receptacle L - 2 INTEGRATED SINK &...
Page 88: Heads
HEADS The.anchor/ladder.lid.provides.a.hand.hold.that.make. boarding.easier..See.Figure.L-7. On certain Funship™ models, an enclosed head located.in.the.port.console.is.standard..These.roomy. heads.offer.overhead.lighting,.opening.port.light.with. screen,.and.porta-potti..See.Figure.L-6. Porta-Potti ..Figure L-7: Bow Ladder Figure L-6: Funship™ Enclosed Head Anchor Locker with Hidden Ladder L - 6 STEREO L - 9 AFT SWIM PLATFORM AND LADDER Four.Winns.offers.an.AM/FM/CD.stereo.as.standard. Four Winns provides an intergrated fiberglass swim equipment on the Funship™ models. The stereo may platform.at.the.bow.and.either.an.integrated.or.. include.a.remote.display.at.the.helm.depending.on.the.
Page 89: L.-.10
Shut off motor when near swimmers. Severe injur or death will result from contact with rotating propeller. Figure L-9: Funship™ Bow Fill-In Cushions NOTICE L - 13 STERN SEAT STORAGE Always secure the ladder before boating.
Page 90: L.-.15. Walk-Thru.doors
L - 15 WALK-THRU DOORS Walk-thru.doors.are.standard.or.an.optional.feature. on certain Funship™ models. The walk-thru doors are designed.to.keep.out.the.wind.and.weather,.making. for.a.warmer.cockpit.area..See.Figure.L-12. Figure L-12: Walk-Thru Doors Interior Equipment - Section L Owner’s Manual Page ...
Page 91: Exterior Equipment
Additional.care.must.be.taken.when.in.rough.seas.or. foul.weather.. Figure M-2: Pull-Up Cleat - Retracted The rail system and hardware fittings have been selected and installed to perform specific functions. Fenders.or.mooring.lines.should.not.be.secured.to.the. Four Winns Boats are not equipped with any ® rails.or.stanchions..Be.certain.that.a.clear.lead.exists. hardware designed for towing purposes. The when.running.dock.lines.or.an.anchor.line..A.line.inad- mooring cleats that are installed on the boat vertently.threaded.around.a.stanchion.or.over.the.rail. are not to be used for towing another vessel could.cause.damage.
Page 92: Bow.scuff.plate.option
D. Bow Scuff Plate Option M - 2 WINDSHIELDS Available.on.certain.models.is.an.optional.stainless. The windshield on all Funship™ models is standard steel.bow.scuff.plate..The.scuff.plate.is.designed.to. equipment..The.windshield.consists.of.tempered. provide.added.protection.for.the.bow.in.addition.to.. safety.glass.and.the.windshield.frame.consists.of.a. a.stylish.look..See.Figure.M-3..Please.see.your.. powder-coated.aluminum..For.easy.accessibility.to. Four.Winns.Dealer.for.further.information. and.from.the.bow,.a.walk-thru.center.windshield.is. standard..Stainless.steel.supports.or.braces.are.used. in.most.of.the.windshield.assemblies.. We recommend you close and secure the walk-thru windshield while underway. Damage to the windshield could result. Secure windshield with strap when in open position.
Page 93: M.-.4. Anchor/Locker.ladder
To prevent personal injury, DO NOT sit on the transom walk-thru backrest door. Figure M-4: Windscreen Option M - 4 ANCHOR/LADDER LOCKER M - 6 TRANSOM STORAGE The Funship™ models have a built-in anchor/ladder Storage is standard on the Funship™ models. . locker..It.is.located.at.the.bow.of.the.boat..Simply.lift. The.transom.storage.provides.storage.for.dock. the.anchor/ladder.lid.to.gain.access.to.the.anchor. fenders and other equipment. The latches are flush- locker..The.compartment.should.be.inspected.after.
Page 94: Wakeboard.tower
M - 7 WAKEBOARD TOWER (Certain Models only) Misuse of tower can over stress tower or dangerously imbalance boat. Failure to follow Certain.models.have.an.optional.wakeboard.tower. these guidelines can result in injury or death. available..See.Figure.M-7..The.towers.come.with. This tow tower is to be used for towing wake- a.variety.of.features.which.will.sure.to.please.the.
Page 95: Upholstery
A. Cockpit Tables The.cushions.are.removable.for.accessing.the.storage. areas.below..See.Figure.N-3. A.cockpit.table.with.mount.(displayed.in.Figure.N-1). is.available.as.either.standard.or.optional.equipment. on most Funship™ models. Table bases are flush- mounted.for.convenience.and.safety..Table.legs.are. removable.for.easy.storage..To.remove.the.table.leg,. simply unscrew or unlock the leg from the floor and table.mounts. B. Bow Table - Optional An.optional.bow.table.is.available.on.certain.Fun- ship™ models. The bow table provides convenient Figure N-3: Funship™ Bow Seat Storage table.space.in.the.bow.area..It.works.in.the.same. manner.as.does.the.aft.cockpit.table..The.table. Bow fill-in cushions are optional for most Funship™ leg can be easily removed from the floor and table models..Please.consult.with.your.Four.Winns.dealer. mounts.for.easy.storage..See.Figure.N-1.. regarding.availability.for.your.particular.model.. When installed, the fill-in cushions help form a . sundeck.across.the.bow.area..These.cushions.may. be.stored.in.the.walk-thru.storage.or.head.areas,.. if.applicable..See.Figure.N-4.. Figure N-1: Forward/Bow Table Certain Funships™ utilize a special mounting bracket.
Page 96 After rotating, lock seat in place securely. Sudden acceleration with seat unlocked could cause loss of balance and possible injury. Lift adjustment lever up to move forward and back. Pull lever to Friction Once in desired position up position adjustment push lever down if to rotate seat.
Page 97: U-Shaped.lounge.seating
Always use the engine hatch’s prop rod when E. U - Shaped Lounge Seating working on the engine. This provides added safety while helping to prolong the life of the U-shaped seating is found in the Funship™ models. screw jack and engine hatch. Large.amounts.of.storage.space.are.located.under. either.the.removeable.seat.cushions.or.the.hinged. NOTICE seat.cushions..
Page 98 residue..Towel.dry.the.vinyl..Periodic.spraying.of.the. soft.brush.or.Vinyl.Finish.Vinyl.Cleaner .using.a. ® seats with Lysol Spray Disinfectant™ will help retard soft.clean.cloth,.then.rinse.with.a.soft.clean.cloth. mildew. 2. Tough Stains/Adhesive/Teak Oil/Rust To.further.protect.the.vinyl.from.early.degradation,.use. 303.Aerospace.Vinyl.Protectant ..Spray.on,.then.wipe. T ough Duty Cleaner™; rinse with soap and water ® dry..303.Vinyl.Protectant .should.be.applied.every.3-5. or.spray.with.Vinyl.Finish.Vinyl.Cleaner ,.let.soak. ® ® weeks.when.boat.is.in.use..Regular.cleaning.with.mild. for.approximately.ten.(10).minutes,.then.gently. soap.and.water.or.Vinyl.Finish.Cleaner.will.not.remove. scrub.with.a.soft.bristle.brush..Thoroughly.rinse. the.303. vinyl.and.dry. NOTICE NOTICE DO NOT apply vinyl protectants such as To prevent possible damage to the vinyl, rinse Armorall .
Page 99: Exterior.carpets
B. Exterior Carpets NOTICE When docking or mooring your boat be aware The.removable.exterior.grade.carpeting.may.be. of your surroundings, i.e., trees with pollen, periodically.washed.with.mild.laundry.soaps.or.sham- wet leaves, berries etc. These and other items pooed,.dried.and.reinstalled..It.is.100%.UV-stabilized. can contain dyes that stain permanently. Olefin™ polypropylene fiber with rubber backing. . Utilize weather covers whenever possibly to See.Figure.N-9.
Page 100: Stain.removal.procedures
allowed.to.penetrate..Removal.was.performed.after. two.weeks..Carpets.were.tested.for.stain.removal.by. i t o an.independent.laboratory..Stain.removal.was.effec- tive.for.the.all.the.stains.selected..Results.are.shown. i t o in.Table.1:.Stain.Removal. E. Stain Removal Procedures Regular.maintenance.such.as.vacuuming,.hosing.or. t t u washing.should.be.performed..Most.stains.and.mildew. are easily removed from carpet made with Olefin fiber using.common.household.cleaners..Refer.to.Table. I. Olefin™ fiber is so resistant to chemical attack that Clorox™ bleach may be used to clean up any mildew e t l that.may.result.from.excessive.wetness. Most.stains.should.be.easily.removed.however,.if. the.stain.persists,.the.cleaning.procedure.should.be. repeated.to.insure.stain.removal..Remember,.the. sooner.the.stain.removal.process.begins,.the.easier. the.stain.will.be.to.remove.. NOTICE Do not use dry cleaning solvents on carpet or vinyl.
Page 101: Weather Covers
Roll rather than fold the enclosure curtains. Sharp folds Deck Mount Deck Mount increase the chance of cracking the clear vinyl. Figure O-1: Funship Bimini Top Weather Covers - Section O Owner’s Manual Page ...
Page 102: Forward.bimini.canvas
(approximately 0-0 mph). Avoid full throttle The.camper.canvas.is.an.option.available.on.certain. operation of boat while having canvas de- Funship™ models. The camper canvas encloses ployed. Four Winns recommends booting the the.cockpit.area.and.allows.for.overhead.space..The. canvas before running at or close to maximum Funship™ camper utilizes the aft bimini top along with speed. In so doing you will help to maintain the other.various.canvas.pieces..Covers.roll.up.to.expose.
Page 103: Forward.cover
Visibility is greatly reduced when bimini/camper canvas F. Mooring Cover is deployed. Do not operate your Funship™ with this type of canvas fully deployed. See Mooring covers, available for the Funship™ models, Figure O-. Remove and boot canvas prior to are.intended.for.longer.term.storage.and.spread.over.
Page 104: Winter.storage
Moisture,.dirt,.chemicals.from.industrial.fallout,.heat,. NOTICE ultraviolet.rays.and.in.some.cases,.salt.water.are.. DO NOT tow your boat at highway speeds with factors.which.affect.the.longevity.of.acrylic.covers. weather covers in place. High winds encoun- tered during trailering your boat can severely 1.. . M oisture.can.cause.shrinkage.and.mildew..Allow. damage most weather covers. Damage to the.cover.to.dry.thoroughly.before.disassembling. weather covers incurred as a result of trailering tops..Keep.it.clean.and.well.ventilated.to.prevent.
Page 105: O.-.5. Carbon.monoxide.and.use.of.weather.covers
O - 5 USE OF WEATHER COVERS AND CARBON MONOXIDE When.an.engine.is.running,.a.natural.vacuum.may. exist.with.the.right.wind.and.sea.conditions.to.allow. exhaust.gases.(which.includes.carbon.monoxide). to.seep.into.the.boat...When.canvas.is.utilized,.this. Figure O-8: Carbon Monoxide Warning Label compounds.the.possibility.of.this.occurring.and.inhibits. natural.ventilation..For.more.information,.refer.to.. Section.B-2.-.Carbon.Monoxide.in.this.manual. The.carbon.monoxide.in.exhaust.fumes.can.. be.hazardous..It.is.important.for.you.and.your.pas- sengers.to.be.aware.of.the.potential.safety.hazard. created.by.exhaust.fumes..Familiarize.yourself.with. the.symptoms.of.individuals.overcome.by.carbon. monoxide,.and.most.importantly,.ways.you.can. protect.yourself.and.your.guests..See.Figure.O-7.-.. Carbon.Monoxide.Canvas.Warning.Label.and.. Figure.O-8.-.Carbon.Monoxide.Warning.Label. Figure O-7: Carbon Monoxide Canvas Warning Label Weather Covers - Section O Owner’s Manual Page 0...
Page 106: Fiberglass And Hull
Fiberglass and Hull P - 1 HULL DESIGN INFORMATION P - 3 EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION Four.Winns .boats.are.designed.using.the.sound.en- Many boats are used for specific purposes or under . ® gineering.and.mathematical.principles.of.hydrostatics,. conditions.which.require.the.addition.of.special.equip- hydrodynamics,.structure,.and.strength.of.materials.. ment.to.the.hull.or.deck..Special.care.must.be.taken. The.materials.utilized.provide.optimum.strength.at.the. during the installation of any equipment to a fiberglass lightest possible weight. The exact fiberglass laminate component. A polysulfide or butyl based sealant schedule.and.construction.techniques.of.each.part.. should.be.used.to.seal.installations.below.the.water. is.determined.in.accordance.with.the.strength.and. line..Silicone.“marine”.seal.or.similar.bedding.com- rigidity.required. pound.should.be.used.elsewhere. NOTICE P - 2 FIBERGLASS CONSTRUCTION DO NOT install any item onto or through the hull without adequately sealing the hull area The fiberglass components of Four Winns .boats.
Page 107: Weathering.effects.on.gel.coat
products.such.as.Ivory.or.Dawn.hand.dishwashing. A.darkening.or.discoloration.of.the.nonskid.surfac- es.can.sometimes.occur.as.a.result.of.wax.buildup.. liquid.can.be.safely.used..Always.read.the.label.. Exposure.to.the.sun.and.elements.can.turn.the.wax. before.using.any.product. darker, or occasionally can cause it to become flaky or powdery. To remove, use fine rubbing compound NOTICE and.a.low.RPM.buffer.(1200.to.2000.RPM)..Apply. DO NOT use acetone, paint thinner, solvents, light.pressure.and.keep.the.buffer.moving.at.all.times. or strong alkaline based detergents, nor to.prevent.heat.build.up..Read.the.directions.before. cleaners with a “gritty” and abrasive texture. using.any.equipment. Avoid products which contain sodium phos- phate. Common examples of these types B.
Page 108: Stains
1.. . A void.working.in.direct.sunlight..This.dries.out.the. use.either.denatured.or.rubbing.alcohol..If.this.does. wax.or.compound,.and.can.stain.the.surface. not.work,.consult.your.Four.Winns.dealer.for.profes- sional.assistance. 2.. . U se.clean.pads.or.cloths.to.apply.a.thin.coating.. of.wax.or.rubbing.compound.to.a.small.area.such. NOTICE as.three.feet.by.three.feet..Remove.any.excess,.. DO NOT use acetone, ketone, or other and then rub the area with a buffing pad, or . solvents to remove stains. These chemicals power.buffer..Apply.pressure.only.as.necessary.. are flammable and may damage the gel coat. to restore the surface finish. Applying too much . pressure or buffing in one place too long can . permanently.damage.the.surface.
Page 109: Osmotic.blistering
structural.integrity.of.the.boat..In.most.cases,.they.are. Gel.coat,.like.paint,.will.change.colors.with.time. cosmetic.and.can.be.treated..Cosmetic.surface.dam- and.exposure.to.sunlight.(ultraviolet)..For.this.rea- age.can.be.repaired.as.follows: son,.“matching”.gel.coat.obtained.from.Four.Winns. may.not.match.the.gel.color.of.a.boat.that.has. 1. S and the surrounding area with medium or fine grit been.exposed..However,.this.is.the.closest.match. sandpaper..Clean.all.marine.growth,.dirt,.antifoul- commercially available. A fiberglass/gel coat tech- ing.paint,.etc..from.the.immediate.area..DO.NOT. nician.can.tint.the.gel.to.be.used.in.the.repair.to. excessively.scratch.or.gouge.the.surrounding.area. provide.a.closer.color.match.. 2.. . U se.a.hard,.pointed.tool.to.open.the.gel.crack.. More severe fiberglass damage, especially when Take.care.not.to.damage.the.surrounding.gel.coat. structural,.requires.the.expertise.of.an.experienced. fiberglass repair technician. See your Four Winns 3.. . S and.the.crack.or.gouge.so.the.edges.are.smooth. dealer.for.assistance. and.will.allow.proper.“feathering”.of.the.area. 4.. . C lean.the.area.thoroughly..Make.sure.the.area.is. NOTICE dry.before.proceeding. Improper repair techniques can lead to further fiberglass component damage.
Page 110: Antifouling Paint
P - 7 HULL SUPPORT P - 6 ANTIFOULING PAINT Proper.support.of.the.hull.while.it.is.out.of.the.. Four.Winns.recommends.antifouling.or.bottom.paint. water.is.imperative..Due.to.the.design.complexities,. for.boats.which.will.be.kept.in.the.water.for.extended. Four.Winns.does.not.recommend.trailers.or.storage. periods.of.time..Antifouling.paint.reacts.with.water.to. cradles.be.homemade..The.boat.is.a.valuable.piece.. retard.the.growth.of.algae,.barnacles.and.other.ma- of.equipment..DO.NOT.risk.permanent.damage.to.. rine.growth.on.the.hull..In.addition.to.marine.growth,.. the.hull.structure.in.an.attempt.to.save.the.cost.of.. it.offers.protection.against.excessive.water.pollution. an.adequate.support..Improper.support.can.lead.to.. serious.and.permanent.hull.deformation. Antifouling.paint.begins.reaction.upon.contact.with. water..After.a.season’s.use.or.sooner.under.certain. conditions,.the.antifouling.paint.may.appear.to.be.. dissolving..This.is.due.to.the.paint’s.chemical.emis- Failure to adequately support the hull may sion.that.in.turn.retards.marine.growth..When.this. result in permanent hull structure damage and occurs, refinishing is in order.
Page 111: Woodwork And Composites
Woodwork and Composites Q - 1 HIGH-PRESSURE LAMINATE CARE Some.table.tops,.galley.counter.tops,.shelving.and. drawer.faces.consist.of.a.high.pressure.laminate.. material..The.laminate.may.have.either.a.matte. texture or smooth finish and can be cleaned with mild.dishwashing.soap.and.water.or.other.cleaning. solutions such as Fantastik™. Always read the label Figure Q-1: Woodgrain Helm Representation before.using.any.product. To clean, a damp cloth will usually suffice. NOTICE DO NOT use abrasive cleaners or solvents on formica. DO NOT use Soft Scrub™ soap or Q - 4 LAMINATED FIBERGLASS similar cleaning products;...
Page 112: Acrylic.plastic
NOTICE Never use a dry cloth, duster, glass cleaning solutions or citrus cleaner on acrylic plastic. NOTICE Do not use solvents such as acetone, silicone spray, benzine, carbon tetrachloride, fire ex- tinguisher fluid, dry cleaning fluid, lacquer thinner or ammonia. These solutions damage the acrylic surface.
Page 113: General Maintenance
General Maintenance R - 1 WINTERIZATION 4.. . B e.sure.all.the.water.is.completely.drained.from. the.fresh.water.system..Disconnect.all.hoses,. check.valves,.etc..and.blow.all.the.water.from.the. A. Prior to Lifting for Winter Lay-up system.using.very.low.air.pressure..The.use.of. nontoxic,.fresh.water.system.antifreeze.is.recom- 1.. Pump.out.the.head.(dockside.discharge.if.appli- mended.as.an.alternative.to.disassembling.the. cable),.and.be.sure.the.holding.tank.is.empty.. water.system..Refer.to.Section.J-7.System.Main- Flush.the.head.holding.tank.with.soap,.water.and. tenance.in.this.manual.for.information.on.winter- a deodorizer (e.g., Lysol Liquid™). Add more izing.the.water.system. water.if.necessary..Have.the.cleaning.solution. pumped.out. 5.. . W interize.the.head.as.recommended.by.the.head. manufacturer..If.the.boat.is.equipped.with.a.hold- 2.. . H ave.the.fuel.tank.either.full.or.completely.empty.. ing.tank,.mix.some.antifreeze.solution.and.pour.it.
Page 114: Engine.flush.out
This.does.not.allow.adequate.ventilation.and.can. NOTICE lead.to.dry.rot..DO.NOT.store.the.boat.in.a.damp. The Four Winns installed flush out kit for Volvo storage.enclosure..Excessive.dampness.can. Penta® engines is identified by a transom cause.electrical.problems,.corrosion,.and.dry.rot. deck mounted coupler & cap. This type of flush out may be used with the boat in or out of the 5..
Page 115: Mercruiser ® Engine Flush Out Option
NOTICE The Four Winns installed flush out kit for MerCruiser engines may be used with the ® boat in or out of the water and the engine ON.
Page 116: General.maintenance.schedule
R - 3 GENERAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE e l l l l u t t i t f i t l i * Or as Required ** If applicable Shaded areas indicate the time frame when service/inspection should be conducted. General Maintenance - Section R Owner’s Manual Page ...
Page 117 & & & l i t l l u t t i i l i * Or as Required ** If Applicable Shaded areas indicate the time frame when service/inspection should be conducted. General Maintenance - Section R Owner’s Manual Page ...
Page 118 l l u l l u & & & & * Or as Required ** If Applicable Shaded areas indicate the time frame when service/inspection should be conducted. General Maintenance - Section R Owner’s Manual Page ...
Page 119: Trailer Information
Refer to Table below. NOTICE Four Winns does not recommend the usage of painted trailers for salt/brackish water conditions, as trailer life may be substantially reduced. e t t A.
Page 120: Hitches
.the.tongue,.coupler.or.actuator...For.trailers.with.a. GVWR.of.7000.pounds.or.less.a.2”.ball.is.used...For. NOTICE trailers.with.a.GVWR.over.7000.pounds.a.2.5/16”.ball. DO NOT overload your trailer by placing is.used..This.information.may.also.be.obtained.on.our. camping gear or other heavy equipment in website.at.www.fourwinns.com...Refer.to.Section.. the boat. DO NOT exceed the GVWR rating. S-3.Operation.for.additional.information.on.hitches..Damage to the hitch, coupler, or trailer may Also,.consult.your.Four.Winns.dealer.for.his.recom- occur. mendation.before.purchasing.a.trailer.hitch.for.your. towing.vehicle.
Page 121: Tongue
NOTICE line and wire harness are not pinched. Failure to check could result in damage. DO NOT use a bent or damaged tongue or coupler. Replacement parts may be ordered through a Four Winns dealer. 2.. Insert.clevis.pin(s)..Always.be.sure.to.insert.clevis.. pin(s).from.the.top.and.insert.the.clevis.pin.. The.trailer.tongue.is.hinged.or.removable.on.many.of. keeper(s).
Page 122: Coupling.assembly
D. Coupling Assembly To.unlock.the.coupler,.pull.the.locking.trigger.upward. with your index finger and lift the locking lever. To lock,.push.the.locking.lever.down..See.Figure.S-5. Lock Pin Figure S-4: Swivel Jack 3.. Insert.the.lock.pin..Make.sure.the.pin.is.fully.en- gaged.and.secure. Figure S-5: Coupling Assembly This.may.also.be.applicable.to.certain.types.of.Surge. Be sure dirt, sand, ice, etc., does not obstruct Brake.Actuator.and.Coupling.Assemblies.. the proper seating of the lock pin. E. Surge Brakes 4..
Page 123: Winch
Anti-sway devices as used on recreational For.maintenance.and.other.information,.refer.to.the. vehicles (RV’s) are not applicable to surge manufacturer’s.literature.included.with.in.the.owner’s. brake systems and should not be used on packet. Four Winns trailers. ® F. Winch DO NOT use a trailer hitch with moving parts. The brakes could activate when traveling Winch.operating.instructions.are.listed.below..
Page 124: Tires.&.Wheels
Refer.to.the.manufacturer’s.literature,.included.in.. Examine.the.tires.frequently.for.snags,.bulges,.. the.owner’s.packet,.for.more.information.on.winch. excessive.tread.wear,.separations.or.cuts... operation. Refer.to.the.manufacturer’s.literature.included.in.. G. Tires & Wheels the.owner’s.packet.for.more.information. Trailer.wheel.rims.are.available.in.three.types.of. NOTICE finishes: white, aluminum and galvanized. The white, The warranty of the tire is administered by the powder coat finish is standard. Aluminum rims (Mags) manufacturer of the tire. The manufacturer of are.optional.on.painted.trailers..Galvanized.trailers.are. the tires on your trailer is Carlisle Tire. Please equipped.with.matching.galvanized.rims..Spare.tire.
Page 125: Tie-Downs
NOTICE Use a heavy duty turning signal flasher on towing vehicles. Check with your local auto parts store or ask your Four Winns dealer for assistance. Consult.your.dealer.for.state.trailer.regulations.. concerning.lighting.and.other.optional.equipment. J. Tie-downs The.boat.should.be.secured.to.the.trailer.by.tie-downs. to.prevent.damage.to.the.hull..The.boat.may.shift.or. bounce.against.the.bunks.or.hull.supports.if.not. secured..It.may.also.slide.or.fall.off.the.trailer.while. being.towed... Figure S-12: Rear Tie Down Straps There.are.two.types.of.tie-downs.being.used:...
Page 126 NOTICE To prevent back injury, DO NOT PHYSICALLY To ensure proper engagement of the actua- LIFT the trailer tongue when loaded. tor’s coupler to the tow ball, DO NOT use a multi-piece ball, an incorrectly sized ball, or a worn/damaged ball. Please refer to the 6..
Page 127: Backing.up.with.surge.brakes
The trailer’s safety chain/cable length MUST Be sure the tow vehicle and trailer are level be set short enough so the actuator’s break- and have a positive tongue load. This will allow away cable is NOT pulled if the coupler the brake actuators to function properly on separates from the tow vehicle’s hitch but trailer models having such braking systems.
Page 128: Trailering
Trailer components may be different between Inspect the wheel bearings periodically and models and may change during the model check for damage. year. Be sure to read all manufacturer’s literature supplied with your Four Winns ® trailer. 10..Before.trailering,.inspect.the.bearings.for.wear.. and.adequate.lubrication..When.traveling,.check. the.wheel.hubs.during.stops.at.gas.stations,..
Page 129: Tactics
“rugged duty towing package” use turnouts often to allow brakes to cool otherwise B. Bunks loss of trailer brakes could result. Consult with your Four Winns dealer regarding a “rugged The.bunks.should.be.replaced.if.they.are.cracked,. duty towing package” for your towing require- warped,.or.evidence.of.dry-rot.is.found..The.replace- ments.
Page 130: Swivel.jack
C. Swivel Jack G. Tie-downs Keep.the.swivel.jack.clean.of.dirt,.tar,.and.mud.. Replace.frayed.or.damaged.tie-downs..Periodically,. Lubricate.every.six.months..The.swivel.jack’s.inner. lubricate the ratchet mechanism with a fine oil or ram.should.be.lubricated.with.SAE.30.weight.oil..The. silicone.spray..Replacement.parts.may.be.ordered. top.cover.may.be.removed.to.lubricate.the.gears.with. through.a.Four.Winns.dealer. wheel.bearing.grease.. H. Wheels Replace.all.worn.and.damaged.parts..ALWAYS.use. the.manufacturer’s.replacement.parts..Replacement. Some maintenance is required to maintain the finish parts.may.be.ordered.through.your.Four.Winns.dealer.. . and.retard.rusting.of.painted.rims..The.wheels.should. be.cleaned.with.dishwashing.soap.and.water.and. For.more.information.on.maintenance,.refer.to.the. rinsed.with.clean.water.immediately.after.each.use... manufacturer’s.literature.included.in.the.owner’s. Waxing.is.recommended.three.to.four.times.each. packet. year.. D. Brake Actuator & Coupling Assembly Aluminum.wheel.rims.may.be.cleaned.with.dishwas- hing.soap.and.water..However,.cleaning.products. When.storing.or.parking.your.trailer,.keep.the.brake. specifically for aluminum are available and can be actuator.and.coupling.assembly.(coupler).off.the. used..Cleaners.may.be.obtained.from.Four.Winns.
Page 131: Bearings
J. Bearings A. Removal of Hub Wheel.bearings.and.seals.should.be.inspected.at.the. The.following.instructions.pertain.only.to.trailers. same.time.as.brakes..Have.worn.or.defective.parts. manufactured.by.Four.Winns..To.remove.the.hub.to. replaced..Grease.bearings.and.seals.at.this.time.and. inspect.the.bearings.and.seals,.refer.to.Figure.S-16. at.the.end.of.the.boating.season..Bearing.Protectors. and.the.following.instructions: should.be.greased.three.to.four.times.a.year..A grease fitting is provided. Four Winns uses the Accu-Lube™ bearing protection system on its trailers. The Accu-Lube™ design is sub- mersible and provides for grease flow that completely repacks.and.protects.the.bearings..This.lubrication. system.disallows.water.entry,.thus.extending.the.life.of. the.bearings,.spindle.and.hub. Figure S-16: Axle Components Lubricate.the.bearings.as.follows: 1.. Remove.lug.nuts... 1...Remove.the.rubber.plug. 2.. Remove.wheel. 2. Insert the grease gun into the grease fitting. Pump grease.until.old.grease.comes.back.out.the.front. 3.. Remove.grease.cap. 3...Remove.old.grease.and.reinstall.rubber.plug. 4.. Remove.lock.tab.washer. 5.. Unscrew.the.spindle.nut.counter.clockwise. NOTICE Most bearing failures are due to improper 6..
Page 132: Hub.reinstallation
C. Hub Reinstallation 1.. To.reinstall.hub,.reverse.the.procedures.listed. above. 2.. It.is.important.to.tighten.the.spindle.nut.to.. approximately.50.ft..lbs..(12”.wrench.with.full.. hand force). Loosen the nut then finger tighten. 3.. Replace.the.cotter. 4.. When.reinstalling.wheel,.the.following.tightening. procedure.is.recommended.by.the.manufacturer: a.. Place.wheel.lug.nuts.on.by.hand.to.start. b.. . T ighten.initially.to.15.-.20.ft..lbs..(Apply.20. pounds.of.pressure.to.wrench.12”.long).using. cross tightening sequence. Proceed to finish . tightening.to.85.ft..lbs..(Applying.85.pounds. of.pressure.to.wrench.12”.long.will.yield.85.ft.. lbs..of.torque). c. Re-torque after first 50 miles of use. Refer.to.Section.S-2G.for.additional.information.. on.wheel.requirements. Trailer Information - Section S Owner’s Manual Page ...
Page 133: Pre-Launch And Underway
Pre-launch and Underway T - 1 LAUNCH AND CRUISE CHECKLIST . Get.a.current.weather.report..If.the.weather.will.not.be.favorable,.postpone.your.trip.. . If.your.boat.has.been.out.of.the.water,.check.to.see.that.all.bilge.water.has.drained.out.. . Install.hull.drain.plugs..I nspect.the.hull.and.propeller.for.damage..Excessive.dirt.or.marine.growth.will.effect.your.boat’s.. performance and fuel efficiency. . Check.the.electrical.system.and.navigation.lights.. If your boat has been in the water, run the bilge pump until the flow of water stops. . . C heck.that.all.required.safety.equipment.is.on.board.and.in.good.working.condition..Examples.include.. personal flotation devices (PFDs), horn, fire extinguisher, visual distress signals, etc. Take along extra . drinking.water..C heck.that.other.important.equipment.is.on.board..Examples.include.mooring.lines,.anchor.and.line,.. tool kit, first aid kit, etc. . . O pen.engine.compartment..Inspect.for.fuel.odors.and.visible.leaks.in.the.fuel,.oil,.coolant,.exhaust.and. power.steering.systems.. .
Page 134: T.-.2
C. Pumping Fuel T - 2 FUELING Follow engine manufacturer’s recommenda- Do not smoke; extinguish all open flames, tions for types of fuel and oil. Use of improper STOP all engines and other devices that could products can damage the engine and void the cause sparks, including the bilge blower.
Page 135: T.-.3
T - 3 LOADING PASSENGERS NOTICE AND GEAR The NMMA Yacht Certification rating (indicated by a yacht certification plate - see Preface NOTE:.All.boats.under.20.feet.in.length.must.have.. page ) places the responsibility on the a.capacity.rating.plate.showing.the.recommended. captain to make the determination as to the person.capacity.as.well.as.the.maximum.capacity.. appropriate load, load placement and number of.the.boat.including.persons.and.gear..
Page 136: T.-.4
B. Starting Passengers seated in the bow area should not obstruct the driver’s vision. To prevent excessive exposure and reduce the possibility of carbon monoxide accumu- IMPORTANT:.Passengers.are.prohibited.from.riding. lation in the cockpit areas of the boat, the on.the.bow.with.feet.hanging.over.the.side.or.ride. operator should provide adequate ventilation while.sitting.on.the.stern,.gunwales.or.seatbacks...
Page 137: T.-.5
maneuver.your.boat.away.from.the.dock..Throw.moor- 8..C heck.steering.operation..Turn.steering.wheel. ing.lines.off.to.your.boat..Shift.your.boat’s.engine.into. full.to.port.and.starboard.while.observing.outdrive. forward.or.reverse.depending.on.whether.you.want.to. movement.. move the bow or the stern away from the dock first. Run.your.engine.at.a.slow.speed.as.you.move.away. 9..I nspect.for.fuel.odors.and.visible.leaks.in.the.fuel,. from the dock. If you move the bow out first, watch oil,.coolant,.exhaust.and.power.steering.systems.. that.the.stern.of.the.boat.does.not.swing.into.the.dock. or.a.piling.. 10... M ake.sure.boat.is.securely.moored.to.the.dock. and.engine.is.idling..Then.move.the.throttle.for- Once.away.from.the.dock,.devote.some.time.to. ward.and.then.aft.and.back.to.neutral.to.check.for. learning.how.to.maneuver..Practice.docking.using.an. proper.operation.of.the.shifting.motion..Be.careful.. imaginary.dock..Practice.stopping.and.reversing.. Leave.the.engine.in.gear.for.only.a.split-second.. B. Stopping T - 5 MANEUVERING Boats.have.no.brakes..Stopping.is.accomplished. by.backing.down.on.the.throttle..Practice.stopping. maneuvers.and.learn.early.how.your.boat.reacts.. Boat steering is not self-centering. Steering is From.forward.motion,.pull.the.throttle.back.towards.
Page 138: T.-.6
Once.you.have.spent.enough.time.practicing.maneu- A.few.seconds.at.full.throttle.should.get.the.boat.over. the.hump.and.into.its.planing.attitude.. vers.and.have.a.feel.for.how.the.boat.handles,.you.will. be.ready.to.run.in.open.waters.. After.getting.over.the.hump,.accelerate.until.reaching. a.comfortable.plane,.then.throttle.down.to.cruising. T - 6 ACCELERATION speed. This also will provide for better fuel efficiency. T - 7 TRIMMING YOUR BOAT Before accelerating to bring you boat on plane, be sure that the area in front of your A. Trim Tabs (Applicable Models Only) boat is clear.
Page 139: Tilt/Trim.control.switches
unit.out.too.far,.your.boat.will.porpoise.or.the.propel- 2..T he.switch.controls.the.position.of.the.stern.drive.. ler.will.cavitate,.and.the.bow.will.slam.up.and.down. Proper.trim.is.very.important.in.boating.. on.the.water..Your.boat.is.trimmed.correctly.when.it.is. just.short.of.porpoising.or.propeller.cavitation,.under. 3..I n.the.case.of.low.or.heavy.bow.attitude,.the.boat. ideal.running.conditions.. tends.to.“plow”.(Figure.T-3..The.lower.unit.is. trimmed.too.far.under.or.forward..Trim.the.unit.UP. Trim.your.boat.to.compensate.for.seas,.winds,.. (out).to.correct.this.situation.. or.uneven.loads.. 4..I f.the.bow.is.too.high,.the.boat.tends.to.“porpoise”. (Figure.T-5)..The.drive.unit.is.trimmed.up.or.out. Head.Seas Trim.drives.in.more.than. too.far..Trim.DN.(in).to.correct.. usual..Use.tabs.to.keep. bow.down.and.move.at.. 5..A .good.practice.is.to.get.underway.(especially. a.slower.speed. when.fully.loaded.or.pulling.a.skier).with.the.unit. Following.Seas . T o.prevent.taking.sea- trimmed.all.the.way.DN.(under)..After.the.boat.is. water.over.the.bow,.trim.
Page 140: T.-.8
The.anchor.lights.and.navigation.lights.are.controlled. by.a.switch.at.the.helm..The.anchor.light.switch.allows. you.to.turn.on.just.the.stern.(white).light.when.an- chored.or.moored..While.underway,.use.the.naviga- tion.light.switch.to.turn.on.the.stern.(white),.port.(red). and.starboard.(green).lights..Lights.are.off.when. switches.are.in.the.OFF.position.. T - 9 HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS A. Storms Storms.sometimes.appear.without.advance.notice.. Although.weather.information.from.meteorological.ob- servation.and.reporting.stations.is.available,.weather. bureaus.are.known.to.have.failures.in.their.predic- tions.or.information.gathering.equipment..There.is.no. substitute.for.a.strong.understanding.of.what.action. to.take.when.the.weather.takes.a.turn.for.the.worse.. Many marinas fly weather signals. You should learn to.recognize.these.signals.and.monitor.your.local. Figures T-3-T-5: Trimming the Boat with Outdrive weather.forecasts.before.leaving.port.. The.present.and.forecasted.weather.conditions.are.of. T - 8 NAVIGATION LIGHTS primary.consideration,.but.a.threat.of.possible.storms. should.always.be.a.concern..Observance.of.the. Although.night.activities.are.limited,.cruising.at.night. following information will help in your safety afloat if can.be.very.pleasurable..It.can.also.be.dangerous.
Page 141: Fog
B. Fog able,.return.to.port.slowly.to.prevent.further.drive.and. engine.damage.from.an.out-of-balance.condition.. Fog.is.a.result.of.either.warm.surface.or.cold.surface. Watch.the.temperature.gauge.to.make.sure.you.do. conditions..You.can.judge.the.likelihood.of.fog.forma- not.overheat.the.engine.. tion.by.periodically.measuring.the.air.temperature. and.dew.point.temperature..If.the.spread.(difference). If.the.boat.is.not.taking.on.any.water,.it.may.be.pos- between.these.two.temperatures.is.small,.you.likely. sible.to.rock.the.boat.by.shifting.the.weight.of.the.pas- will.incur.a.fog.situation..Remember.the.following. sengers.and.gear.and.by.raising.the.drive.unit.while. guidelines: reversing.the.engine.. •. Turn.on.running.lights.. If.you.ground.your.boat.on.a.sand.bar,.shut.down.the. engine.and.seek.help.from.another.boater.or.radio.for. •. . A s.fog.sets.in,.take.bearings.and.mark.your. help..See.your.dealer.as.soon.as.possible,.as.sand.in- position.on.the.chart.while.continuing.to.log.your. gested.in.the.engine.cooling.system.can.cause.major. course.and.speed.. engine.damage.. •. . M ake.sure.all.persons.aboard.are.wearing.their. PFDs.. D. Warning Markers • I f your boat has depth finding equipment, take sounding.and.match.them.with.soundings.on.your.
Page 142: Capsizing.and.man.overboard
look for the cause of the flooding. Check all hoses, boat.to.determine.the.extent.of.damage.. through hull fittings, seacocks and strainers. If flooding occurs.as.a.result.of.collision.or.grounding.damage,. 1..M ake.sure.all.persons.aboard.are.wearing.their. call.for.assistance.and.head.for.shore.if.possible.. PFDs.. B. Capsizing and Man Overboard 2..I f.you.need.help.and.your.boat.has.a.ship-to-shore. radio, first contact the U. S. Coast Guard (VHF By.far,.the.largest.number.of.boating.fatalities.involve. Channel.16).or.other.rescue.authorities.immedi- capsizing.and.falling.overboard.accidents..By.being. ately.. prepared.ahead.of.time.with.an.appropriate.plan.of. action,.you.can.greatly.lower.your.chances.and.your. 3..P repare.to.assist.the.other.vessel.unless.your.pas- passengers’.chances.of.becoming.seriously.injured.. sengers.and/or.boat.are.in.danger.. C. Capsizing 4..I f.the.bow.of.the.other.boat.penetrated.your.boat’s. hull,.prepare.to.block.the.opening.once.the.boats. Wear.PFDs.or.have.them.readily.available.at.all.times.. are.separated..
Page 143: Medical.emergency
• Open flames demand constant attention. Control Failure • K eep flammable materials in approved contain- In.the.unlikely.event.of.a.shift/throttle.failure,.shut. ers.in.a.overboard.vented.locker.sealed.from.the. down.the.engine.immediately..Carefully.check.the. interior.of.the.boat.. control.connections.in.the.engine.compartment.to. •. Ensure.ventilation.systems.are.unobstructed.. see.if.they.are.secure..If.not,.try.to.locate.the.attach- ing.hardware.and.reassemble..If.that.is.not.possible,. •. Remove.mooring.covers.before.starting.engine.. try.to.use.whatever.is.available.such.as.paper.clips,. •. Check.the.bilge.for.fuel.leaks.. hair.clips,.tape,.etc.,.to.secure.the.connections..If.a. temporary.repair.is.made,.return.to.port.at.the.slowest. •. Extinguish.smoking.materials.carefully.. steerable.speed.and.be.prepared.to.take.emergency. • U se special care with flame or high temperatures action.should.the.temporary.repair.fail.also..Have.your. around.urethane.foam.. dealer.make.repairs.before.using.the.boat.again.. • Check cleaning products for flammability. J. Steering Failure •. Ventilate.when.cleaning.or.painting.. If.a.problem.with.the.steering.occurs,.shut.down.the.
Page 144: T.-.11
T - 11 RETURNING TO SHORE A. Docking Always.approach.the.dock.slowly..Think.before.acting.. If you are wondering whether your boat will fit in a space.against.a.dock,.remember.that.pilings.are.often. (but.not.always).spaced.10.feet.apart.. Remember.that.it.is.easier.to.control.a.boat.in.reverse. because.a.boat.steers.from.the.stern..When.backing. into.a.slip,.back.so.that.bow.swings.into.the.wind.if. possible..You.will.have.more.control.. If.possible,.come.in.against.the.wind.or.current,.which- ever is stronger. Approach the dock at a 30-45° angle. As.the.boat.nears.the.dock,.slowly.swing.parallel.to.it.. Tie the bow line first; then the stern. If wind or current is.moving.toward.the.dock,.move.parallel.to.the.dock. further.out..Let.the.wind.or.current.push.you.in... Tie the stern first, then the bow. Figure T-6: Mooring Lines Use.extreme.caution.if.wind.or.current.is.from.your. If.you.are.mooring.your.boat.for.a.short.time,.bow.and. stern..Back.in.towards.the.dock.slowly.at.a.slight. stern.lines.may.be.the.only.lines.you.will.need..If.you. angle.with.engine.in.slow.reverse..Gently.swing.. are.mooring.your.boat.for.a.longer.time.or.the.currents. parallel. Tie stern first, then the bow. are.swift,.you.should.use.spring.lines..The.stern.spring. line.leads.from.the.boat’s.stern.cleat.forward.to.the. If.the.weather.looks.bad,.use.spring-lines.from.the. piling.or.cleat.on.the.dock..The.bow.spring.line.leads. bow.and.stern.to.dock.amidships.of.the.boat..Tie. from.the.bow.cleat.aft.to.the.dock.. up.on.the.downwind.side.of.the.dock..If.the.wind.is.
Page 145: Glossary
Glossary ABAFT.-.Toward.the.rear.of.a.boat. BILGE.-.The.lowest.interior.area.of.a.hull,.used.to.. collect.water.that.has.entered. ABEAM.-.At.right.angles.to.the.keel.of.the.boat. BILGE.PUMP.-.A.pump.intended.for.removal.of.spray,. ABOARD.-.On.the.boat. rainwater,.and.the.normal.accumulation.of.water.due. to.seepage.and.spillage;.not.intended.for.damage. ABREAST.-.Side.by.side. control. ADRIFT.-.Loose,.not.on.moorings.or.towline. BINNACLE.-.The.stand.or.support.for.a.magnetic. compass.occasionally.used.to.mean.helm. AFT.-.Moving.toward.the.stern,.you.are.going.aft. BITT - A heavy and firmly mounted piece of wood . AGROUND.-.Stuck.fast.to.the.bottom. or.metal.used.for.securing.lines. AHEAD.-.In.a.forward.direction. BLOCK.-.A.wooden.or.metal.case.enclosing.one.. or.more.pulleys.and.having.a.hook,.eye,.or.strap.by. ALEE.-.Away.from.the.direction.of.the.wind;.opposite. which.it.may.be.attached. of.windward. BOLLARD.-.A.single.post.(wood,.metal,.or.concrete). ALOFT.-.Above.the.deck. on.a.dock,.pier,.or.wharf.used.to.secure.a.vessel’s. lines. AMIDSHIPS.-.1..An.object.or.area.midway.between. the.bow.and.stern...2..An.object.or.area.midway. BONDING.-.The.electrical.connection.of.exposed. between.the.port.side.and.the.starboard.side.of.a. metallic,.non-current.carrying.components.to.a. vessel. common.point.on.the.main.engine.block. AMPERE.-.The.standard.unit.used.to.measure.the. BOW.-.The.front.end.of.the.boat. draw.of.an.electrical.current. BOW.LINE.-.A.docking.line.leading.from.the.bow. ANCHOR.RODE.OR.ROPE.-.The.line.(chain).. connecting.a.vessel.to.its.anchor.
Page 146 CAPSTAN.-.A.machine.that.moves.a.cylindrical. DEAD.RECKONING.-.A.plot.of.courses.steered.and. device.on.a.shaft.for.the.purpose.of.hauling.up.an. distances.traveled.through.the.water. anchor. DECK.-.A.permanent.covering.over.a.compartment,. CAST.OFF.-.To.let.go. hull.or.any.part.thereof. CATAMARAN.-.A.twin-hulled.boat,.with.the.hulls.. DESIGNATOR - Model identifier or model name. being.side-by-side. 1..to.mark.or.point.out;.indicate;.show;.specify.. 2..to.denote;.indicate;.signify.. CHINE.-.The.intersection.of.a.boat’s.bottom.and.side... 3..to.name;.entitle;.style. If.this.intersection.is.rounded,.it.is.a.“soft”.chine..If.the.intersection.is.squared.off,.it.is.a.“hard”.chine. DINGHY.-.A.small,.open.boat.used.for.ship.to.shore. transportation. CHOCK - 1. A fitting or hole in a railing or deck through.which.a.mooring.or.anchor.line.is.routed..DISPLACEMENT.-.The.weight.of.water.dislocated.by. 2..A.wedge.used.to.secure.an.item.in.place. the.hull.of.a.vessel. CIRCUIT.BREAKER.-.A.device.used.to.interrupt.an. DISPLACEMENT.HULL.-.A.hull.that.“displaces”.a. electrical circuit when current flow exceeds a predeter- volume.of.water.equal.to.the.weight.of.the.boat...A.hull. mined.level. designed.to.run.in.the.water.rather.than.on.top.of.the. water...When.a.displacement.hull.moves.through.the. CLEAT - A double-ended deck fitting to which lines water,.it.pushes.that.water.out.of.the.way...Water.will. are.secured;.usually.anvil-shaped. then flow around the hull and fill the “hole” the boat leaves.astern.. COAMINGS.-.Raised.lips.around.cockpits.or.hatches. used.to.keep.water.from.entering. DOCUMENTED.VESSEL.-.Documented.yachts.have. been.specially.registered.with.the.U.S..Coast.Guard... COCKPIT.-.An.exposed.deck.area.(usually.aft).that.is.
Page 147 EVEN KEEL - To be floating evenly without listing to FREEBOARD.-.The.minimum.vertical.distance.from. the.surface.of.the.water.to.the.gunwale. either.side. FREQUENCY - The number of crests passing a fixed EXHAUST.SYSTEM.-.The.means.by.which.the.hot. engine.(or.generator).exhaust.gases.are.moved.from. point.at.a.given.time. the.engine.to.an.outboard.port.and.then.released.into. atmosphere. FRONTS.-.Where.opposing.warm.and.cold.air. masses.meet,.generally.producing.a.band.of.wet,. stormy.weather.wherever.they.meet. EYE.SPLICE.-.A.permanent.loop.spliced.in.the.end.. of.a.line. GALLEY.-.The.kitchen.area.of.a.boat. FAST.-.Said.of.an.object.that.is.secured.to.another. GALVANIC.CORROSION.-.A.potential.electrical. difference.exists.between.dissimilar.metals.immersed. FATHOM.-.Six.feet. in.a.conductive.solution.(e.g.,.salt.water)..If.these. metals.touch.or.are.otherwise.electrically.connected,. FENDER.-.A.device.(usually.constructed.of.rubber.or. plastic).positioned.so.as.to.absorb.the.impact.between. this potential difference produces an electron flow vessels.or.dock. between.them..The.attack.on.the.less.corrosion. resistant.metal.is.usually.increased.and.the.attack.on. the.more.resistant.metal.is.decreased,.as.compared. FETCH.-.The.unobstructed.distance.that.the.wind.can. to.when.these.metals.are.not.touching. blow.over.the.water.to.create.waves. FLARE.-.1..Outboard.curve.of.the.hull.as.it.comes.up. GANGWAY.-.The.area.of.a.ship’s.side.where.people. the.side.from.the.waterline;.the.reverse.of.tumble. board.and.disembark. home..2..A.pyrotechnic.device.used.for.emergency. GASKET.-.A.strip.of.sealing.material,.usually.rubber,. signaling. set.along.the.edge.of.a.water.or.gas.tight.door,.port,. cover.or.hatch.
Page 148 HARDTOP.-.A.permanent.cover.over.the.cabin.or. ISOTHERMS.-.Isotherms.are.lines.that.are.similar.to. cockpit. Isobars.except.that.Isotherms.connect.all.the.points. that.are.of.equal.temperature. HAWSER.-.A.heavy.rope.or.cable.used.for.mooring.. or.towing. JETSAM.-.Refuse.that.sinks.when.discharged.. overboard. HEAD.-.A.toilet.or.lavatory.area. KEDGE(S).-.One.or.more.anchors.set.out.from.. HEADING.-.The.direction.that.a.vessel.is.going.with. a.grounded.vessel,.usually.astern,.to.1).keep.it.. reference.to.true,.magnetic,.or.compass.north. from.being.driven.further.aground.and.2).to.aid.in. refloating. HEADWAY.-.The.forward.motion.of.a.vessel.through. the.water. KEEL.-.1..The.centerline.of.a.boat.hull.bottom.. running.fore.and.aft,.2..The.backbone.of.a.vessel. HEAVE.TO.-.To.bring.a.vessel.up.in.a.position.where. it.will.maintain.little.or.no.headway,.usually.with.the. KNOT.-.1..A.maritime.unit.of.speed.equal.to.one.. bow.into.the.wind. nautical.mile.per.hour.(6076.feet)...2..A.term.for. hitches.and.bends. HEAVY.WEATHER.-.Stormy.weather.with.high.seas. and.strong.winds. LANYARD.-.A.short.line.made.fast.to.an.object.. to.secure.it. HEEL.-.To.tip.to.one.side. LATITUDE.-.The.measure.of.angular.distance.in. HELM.-.The.wheel.or.tiller.that.manually.controls.the. degrees,.minutes,.and.seconds,.north.or.south.of.. boat’s.steering.system. the.equator. HELMSMAN.-.The.individual.steering.the.vessel. LAZARETTE.-.Storage.compartment.in.the.deck.. at.the.stern. HIGHS.-.A.center.of.pressure.surrounded.by.lower. pressure.on.all.sides...Caused.by.a.mass.of.cooler,.
Page 149 MODEL DESIGNATOR - Model identifier or model POINT.-.One.of.32.points.of.the.compass.that.is.equal. name. to.11-1/4.degrees. MOORING.-.An.arrangement.for.securing.a.boat.. PORT.-.1..Looking.forward,.the.left.side.of.a.boat,.. to.a.mooring.buoy.or.pier. 2..A.harbor,..3..An.opening.for.light.or.ventilation.or. passage.of.material.in.the.side.of.a.boat. NAVIGATION.LIGHTS.-.A.set.of.red.and.green.or. white.lights.which.must.be.shown.by.all.vessels. PORT.BEAM.-.The.left-center.of.a.boat. between.dusk.and.dawn. PORT.BOW.-.Facing.the.bow,.the.front.left.side. OVERHEAD.-.A.ceiling.or.roof.of.a.vessel. PORT.QUARTER.-.Looking.forward,.a.vessel’s.left. OVERBOARD.-.Over.the.side.of.the.boat. rear.section. OUTBOARD.-.1..From.the.fore-and-aft.centerline.of.a. QUARTER.-.The.sides.of.a.boat.aft.of.amidships. boat.toward.both.the.port.and.starboard.sides...2..The. seaward.side.of.a.moored.boat...3...An.engine.that.is. QUARTERING.SEA.-.Sea.coming.on.a.boat’s.. mounted.externally.onto.the.transom.of.a.boat. quarter. PAINTER.-.A.line.to.the.bow.of.a.small.boat.used.for. RED-RIGHT-RETURNING.-.A.term.for.helmsmen.. making.fast. that.buoys.and.day.markers.are.on.the.right.when. returning.from.seaward. PASSAGEWAY.-.A.corridor.or.hallway.aboard.ship. REEF.-.A.shallow.underwater.barrier. PENNANT.-.The.line.by.which.a.boat.is.made.fast.. to.a.mooring.buoy;.also.pendant. REEVE.-.To.pass.a.line.through.a.block.or.other. opening. PERSONAL.FLOATATION.DEVICE.(PFD).-.. A.life.preserver. RIDGES - High pressure fingers extending out . from.a.high. PIER.-.A.loading.platform.that.extends.at.an.angle.
Page 150 SHACKLE.-.A.“U”.shaped.connector.with.a.pin.. STRUT.-.A.propeller.shaft.support.that.is.below.. or.bolt.across.the.open.end. the.hull. SHAFT.-.The.long,.round.member.that.connects.. SUMP.-.A.pit.or.well.into.which.water.is.drained. the.engine.or.transmission.to.the.propeller. SUPERSTRUCTURE.-.Deck.houses.and.other. SHAFT LOG - A fitting at the hull bottom where the structures.extending.above.the.deck. shaft.connecting.an.engine.to.its.propeller.penetrates. the.hull...A.shaft.log.permits.the.shaft.to.rotate.while. THWART.-.A.seat.or.brace.running.laterally.across.. simultaneously.preventing.water.from.entering.. a.boat. the.hull. THWARTSHIPS.-.At.right.angles.to.the.centerline. SHEER.-.The.top.of.the.hull’s.curvature.at.the.deck. line.from.the.bow.to.the.stern. TILLER.-.A.bar.or.handle.for.turning.a.boat’s.rudder,. or.motor. SHEER.STRAKE.-.The.upper.edge.of.the.hull,. immediately.below.the.deck. TOPSIDE.-.To.go.up.to.the.top.deck. SHEET.BEND.-.A.knot.used.to.join.tow.ropes. TRANSOM.-.The.stern.cross-section.of.a.square. sterned.boat SHOAL.-.An.area.of.shallow.water. TRANSVERSE.-.Across.the.vessel;.athwartships. SILENCER - A baffled chamber installed in an . exhaust.system.to.reduce.the.noise. TRIM.-.Fore.and.aft.balance.of.a.boat. SOLE - Term for deck, cabin or cockpit floor. TROUGH.-.1..The.valley.that.exists.between.waves... 2..A.trough.is.the.opposite.of.a.ridge.in.that.it.is.an. SPAR.-.A.general.term.for.booms,.masts,.yards.etc. elongated.low-pressure.area.extending.out.from.a. low...A.trough.normally.indicates.unsettled.weather. SPRING.LINE.-.A.pivot.line.used.in.docking,.undoc king,.or.to.prevent.the.boat.from.moving.forward.or. TUMBLE HOME - The opposite of flare. The shape .
Page 151 WATER.LINE.-.The.line.of.the.water.on.the.hull.when. the vessel is afloat. WATCH.-.A.4.hour.duty.period.while.at.sea. WAVES.-.Waves.are.periodic.disturbances.of.the. sea’s.surface,.caused.by.wind,.seaquakes,.and.the. gravitational.pull.of.the.moon.and.the.sun. Glossary Owner’s Manual Page ...
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204 (194) FUNSHIP STARBOARD DASH SHROUD ASSEMBLY Owner’s Manual Page 156 Electrical Schematics...
Page 161 Owner’s Manual Page 157 Electrical Schematics 1. LENGTHS SHOWN IN INCHES +/- 1.5 INCH. 2. WIRE COLOR PER FOUR WINNS COLOR CODE 125-60000. 3. TERMINATIONS PER FOUR WINNS SPEC. 125-60153 4. WIRE TYPE PER SAE J1128. 5. ALL WIRES 16AWG UNLESS INDICATED.
Page 162 204 (194) FUNSHIP STBD SIDE IGNITION/SWITCH PANEL ASSEMBLY Owner’s Manual Page 158 Electrical Schematics...
Page 163 HARNESS ASSEMBLY NOTES: 1. LENGTHS SHOWN IN INCHES +/- 1.5 INCH. Owner’s Manual Page 159 Electrical Schematics 2. WIRE COLOR PER FOUR WINNS COLOR CODE 125-60000. 3. TERMINATIONS PER FOUR WINNS SPEC. 125-60153 TOLERANCES: TITLE HARNESS ASSEMBLY, FORWARD SYSTEMS, 905 FRISBIE STREET 4.
Page 164 YEL/RED START WHT/RED TRIM POWER WHT/BLU TRIM UP WHT/GRN TRIM DOWN BRN/ORN BILGE POWER 204 (194) FUNSHIP AFT PORT SPKR BLK/ORN AFT PORT SPKR RET AFT SYSTEMS AFT STBD SPKR BLK/BLU HARNESS ASSEMBLY AFT STBD SPKR RET CLUSTER RET WHT/PUR Owner’s Manual Page 160...
Page 165 SHEET: Electrical Schematics 6/11/01 4. WIRE TYPE PER SAE J1128. CONFIDENTIAL: 3 PLCS +/- .020 DISCLOSURE OF THIS INFORMATION WITHOUT PERMISSION OF FOUR WINNS IS PROHIBITED. CHECKED BY: DATE: DWG NUMBER: 5. ALL WIRES 16AWG UNLESS INDICATED. 027-2225 ANG +/- ALL DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED.
Page 166 2. WIRE COLOR PER FOUR WINNS COLOR CODE 125-60000. SIZE: SCALE: H. B. 8/20/03 N.T.S. 3. TERMINATIONS PER FOUR WINNS SPEC. 125-60153 DISCLOSURE OF THIS INFORMATION WITHOUT PERMISSION OF FOUR WINNS IS PROHIBITED 3 PLCS +/- .020 CHECKED: DATE: OPTIONAL WAKEBOARD DWG NUMBER: 4.
Page 167 2 PLCS +/- SIZE: DRAWN: DATE: SCALE: SHEET: OF: T.WOODARD 4/5/04 DISCLOSURE OF THIS INFORMATION WITHOUT PERMISSION OF FOUR WINNS IS PROHIBITED Owner’s Manual Page 163 Electrical Schematics 3 PLCS +/- .020 CHECKED: DATE: DWG NUMBER: 7. SET TACHOMETER TO #3 POSITION AS SHOWN.
Page 168 SCALE: SHEET: 4/5/04 T.WOODARD CONFIDENTIAL: 3 PLCS +/- .020 DISCLOSURE OF THIS INFORMATION WITHOUT PERMISSION OF FOUR WINNS IS PROHIBITED. CHECKED BY: DATE: DWG NUMBER: 025-3246 ANG +/- ALL DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED. DO NOT SCALE DRAWING.
Page 169 SCALE: SHEET: 4/5/04 T.WOODARD CONFIDENTIAL: 3 PLCS +/- .020 DISCLOSURE OF THIS INFORMATION WITHOUT PERMISSION OF FOUR WINNS IS PROHIBITED. CHECKED BY: DATE: DWG NUMBER: 025-3247 ANG +/- ALL DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED. DO NOT SCALE DRAWING.
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Page 171 TRIM POWER WHT/BLU TRIM UP WHT/GRN TRIM DOWN BRN/ORN BILGE POWER AFT PORT SPKR BLK/ORN AFT PORT SPKR RET 224/244/274 FUNSHIP AFT STBD SPKR BLK/BLU AFT SYSTEMS AFT STBD SPKR RET CLUSTER RET HARNESS ASSEMBLY WHT/PUR TRIM LIMIT SW YEL/BLK 14AWG FIREBOY Owner’s Manual Page 167...
Page 172 CADILLAC,MI 49601 FRACT 1/16 194/214/234/264FS CONFIDENTIAL: 3 PLCS +/- .020 DISCLOSURE OF THIS INFORMATION WITHOUT PERMISSION OF FOUR WINNS IS PROHIBITED. CHECKED BY: DATE: DWG NUMBER: 3. TERMINATIONS PER FOUR WINNS SPEC. 125-60153 5. ALL WIRES 16AWG UNLESS INDICATED. 231-779-2331...
Page 173 2 PLCS +/- PACKARD 04/06/05 ADAPTER (CMD4) 028-2010 CONN, GT280, 16CKT FEMALE STEREO ADAPTOR PACKARD DISCLOSURE OF THIS INFORMATION WITHOUT PERMISSION OF FOUR WINNS IS PROHIBITED. CHECKED BY: HARNESS ASSEMBLY DATE: 3 PLCS +/- .020 DWG NUMBER: 027-2680 HARN ASSY, CLARION CMD4 STEREO PLUG...
Page 174 PIN,UMNL,18-14 028-1036 PIN,UMNL,24-18 028-0445 STEREO ADAPTOR RECEPT,UMNL,12 CKT 027-2441 CLARION STEREO PLUG ASSY CLARION STEREO CLARION ERMINATIONS PER FOUR WINNS SPEC. 125-60153 CLARION STEREO ADAPTER HARNESS ASSEMBLY Owner’s Manual Page 170 Electrical Schematics TOLERANCES: TITLE: HARNESS ASSEMBLY, 905 FRISBIE STREET...
Page 175 GRA/BLK 12AWG SPKR + REAR RIGHT SPKR FH01 REAR RT AMPLIFIER FUSE SPKR - HOLDER AMPLIFIER SUB WOOFER + REMOTE ON FOUR WINNS PARTS LIST CT01 CONDUIT,BLACK,3/8" REAR LT AMP GND ITEM PART NUMBER QUANTITY DESCRIPTION FUNCTION MANUFACTURER AMPLIFIER FUSE...
Page 176 STEREO UPGRADE CLARION AMPLIFIER - APX480M CONNECTIONS & SETTINGS Owner’s Manual Page 172 Electrical Schematics...
Page 177 CADILLAC,MI 49601 FRACT 1/16 ENGINE HATCH Owner’s Manual Page 173 Electrical Schematics 616-779-2331 2 PLCS +/- DRAWN: DATE: SHEET: SIZE: SCALE: 1/27/03 DISCLOSURE OF THIS INFORMATION WITHOUT PERMISSION OF FOUR WINNS IS PROHIBITED 3 PLCS +/- .020 CHECKED: DATE: DWG NUMBER:...
Page 178 2. WIRE COLOR PER FOUR WINNS COLOR CODE 125-60000. H. B. 8/20/03 N.T.S. 3. TERMINATIONS PER FOUR WINNS SPEC. 125-60153 DISCLOSURE OF THIS INFORMATION WITHOUT PERMISSION OF FOUR WINNS IS PROHIBITED TOWER AMP HARNESS 3 PLCS +/- .020 CHECKED: DATE: DWG NUMBER: 4.
Page 179 DATE: SCALE: SHEET: OF: 8/20/03 N.T.S. 3 PLCS +/- .020 CONFIDENTIAL: DISCLOSURE OF THIS INFORMATION WITHOUT PERMISSION OF FOUR WINNS IS PROHIBITED. CHECKED BY: DATE: DWG NUMBER: 027-2518 ANG +/- FUNSHIP ALL DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED. DO NOT SCALE DRAWING.
Page 180 DESCRIPTION FUNCTION MANUFACTURER BILGE AUTO COLOR FIRST TERM NOTE SECOND NOTE FUNCTION TERM CONFIDENTIAL: DISCLOSURE OF THIS INFORMATION WITHOUT PERMISSION OF FOUR WINNS IS PROHIBITED. BRN/RED 028-0177 TERM,FASTON,.250,18-14 028-0192 TERM,RING,PG,1/4,18-14 BILGE MANUAL BRN/ORN BAT1 LINE FUSE IN TITLE PANEL ASSEMBLY,...
Page 181 TERM NOTE FUNCTION 6. DIMENSION IS SHOWN FROM THE EDGE OF THE PANEL. DESIGNATOR,BILGE PUMP 5A FUSE DESIGNATOR BILGE RET CONFIDENTIAL: DISCLOSURE OF THIS INFORMATION WITHOUT PERMISSION OF FOUR WINNS IS PROHIBITED. F012 BRN/ORN FUSE,AGC,5A BAT1 AUTO BILGE LINE BUSS...
Page 182 2. WIRE COLOR PER FOUR WINNS COLOR CODE J21A 028-0485 SWITCH,BATTERY,GUEST,2111-B BATTERY SWITCH GUEST CONFIDENTIAL: DISCLOSURE OF THIS INFORMATION WITHOUT PERMISSION OF FOUR WINNS IS PROHIBITED. 125-60000. BILGE PUMP PANEL ASSEMBLY, 3. TERMINATIONS PER FOUR WINNS SPEC. 125-60153. TITLE TOLERANCES: 4.
Page 183 616-779-2331 COLOR FIRST TERM NOTE SECOND TERM NOTE FUNCTION 125-60000. CONFIDENTIAL: DISCLOSURE OF THIS INFORMATION WITHOUT PERMISSION OF FOUR WINNS IS PROHIBITED. 028-0177 TERM,FASTON,.250,18-14 3. TERMINATIONS PER FOUR WINNS SPEC. 125-60153. BRN/ORN BAT1 CR01 BAT1 FEED 028-0192 TERM,RING,PG,1/4,18-14 TITLE PANEL ASSEMBLY, 4.
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Four winns FUNSHIP Owner's Manual

Preface

Safety Messages

Operation

Boating Safety

Basic Seamanship

Warranty and Service

Engines and Instrumentation

Control Systems

Steering Systems

Electrical Systems

Fuel Systems

Water and Waste Systems

Ventilation and Drainage Systems

Interior Equipment

Exterior Equipment

Upholstery

Weather Covers

Fiberglass and Hull

Woodwork and Composites

General Maintenance

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