Preface - Four winns 278 VISTA Owner's Manual

Congratulations on your new boat purchase and welcome to our boating family!
We want your boating experience to be the most enjoyable possible. The more you know about your new boat,
the more you'll enjoy the time you spend aboard. That's why we prepared this manual. It's your guide for safe
operation as well as understanding your boat's system and equipment. It has been written for the beginning
boater but experienced boaters will find helpful information as well. Be sure to read the contents thoroughly.
This manual will acquaint you with the use and maintenance of your new Four Winns boat. This manual also
provides special information critical to the safety of the passengers, and longevity of the equipment. The infor-
mation on the following page lists the graphics used to increase the visibility of these important messages.
Also included in your owner's packet is the "Boating Basics, A Guide to Responsible Boating". This guide covers
boating basics and should be read along with your Four Winns Owner's Manual before operating your boat.
Review this information completely before using your new boat.
Four Winns continually strives to improve its products. Unit specifications, including standard and optional
equipment are constantly being modified. Equipment availability is also subject to change without notice.
The most current and accurate information available at the time of publication is included in this manu-
al. Some variation in material, equipment, description, location, and details can result.
The information in this manual focuses upon the equipment designed and manufactured by Four Winns on
specific models. When appropriate, please utilize the information pertinent to your specific boat model.
Equipment such as engines, and other accessories are manufactured by others. The information provided
in this manual is intended to be used in conjunction with the information provided by the manufacturers
of this equipment. All information available at the time of manufacture has been included with your owner's
packet. In many cases, replacement of manufacturer's literature may be obtained via their respective websites.
Read this entire manual carefully before operating your new boat. Many instructions may require direct
performance of the activity to fully understand the correct method. If you choose to read this manual at home,
remember to take it to the boat with you.
Your Four Winns Dealer knows your boat best and is committed to your complete satisfaction. Return to the
dealer for service or other assistance. If you find it necessary to contact Four Winns directly, please refer to
the contact information listed below. Be sure to include the boat model, hull identification number, your daytime
telephone number, and specifics of the information desired.
This manual has been specifically developed for the 258 and 278 Vista
hull identification number information below.
Model
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
Department925
Frisbie Street
Cadillac, Michigan 49601
231 775-1343 (Phone) 231 779-2345 (Fax)

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models. Please record the model and
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Hull Identification Number
E-Mail Address: boating@fourwinns.com
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