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EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT
M - 1
RAILS & DECK HARDWARE
Hand and bow rails have been installed to provide secu-
rity for passengers while outside the cockpit area (i.e.
swim platform and bow areas). Limiting passenger
movement while underway is recommended. All those
on board should be safely seated whenever possible.
Additional care must be taken when in rough seas or
foul weather. Access to the foredeck should be through
the foredeck hatch when running in adverse conditions.
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 rails or stan-
chions. Be certain that a clear lead exists when running
dock lines or an anchor line. A line inadvertently threaded
around a stanchion or over the rail could cause dam-
age.
The majority of the hardware installed is made of stain-
less steel. Regardless of the type of hardware used,
periodic maintenance is necessary.
Cleaning the hardware with a nonabrasive cleaner will
help keep the original shine and beauty. Stainless steel
hardware, while quite durable, can become superficially
rusted. This can be controlled by cleaning the fittings
and applying a coat of wax. Any future rusting can be
easily removed by polishing and rewaxing.
NOTICE
All fittings must be periodically inspected for loos-
ening, wear, and damage. Problems should be
corrected immediately!
The cleats that have been installed are specifically de-
signed and are intended to be used as mooring cleats.
Their purpose is for securing the vessel to a dock, pier,
mooring, or anchor.
Four Winns® Boats are not equipped with any
hardware designed for towing purposes. The
mooring cleats that are installed on the boat are
not to be used for towing another vessel or hav-
ing the boat towed. Refer to Section A Opera-
tion for additional precautions regarding ground-
ing and towing.
Vista 248/268 Owner's Manual
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M - 2
TRANSOM DOOR
A transom door is provided and allows access from the
swim platform to the cockpit. A slide bolt is used to se-
cure the transom door. To prevent a possible man over-
board situation, make sure the transom door is secure
before each cruise.
Prevent falls overboard. Close, latch, and stay
inside gate(s) while underway.
To prevent personal injury, swim platform must
not be occupied and transom door must be
closed while engines are running.
To prevent personal injury, DO NOT sit on or
lean against the transom door.
M - 3 COMPANIONWAY DOOR & HATCH ASSEMBLY
The 248/268 Vista models have a combination hinged
door (w/screen) and sliding hatch assembly for gaining
access to and from the cabin. See Figure M1. A lift pin
secures the hatch in different positions. The door may
be kept open with the use of a strap. To utilize the screen
door, simply separate the two doors. Strap the solid
door open and close the screen door. A lock is provided
to secure the cabin.
The companionway door and hatch is comprised of plexi-
glass. Plexiglass will break. Always secure the door and
hatch before operating the boat.
NOTICE
Four Winns® does not recommended operat-
ing the boat with the hatch and/or door in the
open position. Rough water or significant wake
could cause the hatch or door to slam shut and
break.
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